Posts Tagged ‘hvac’

Optimize and Winterize Your Building’s Systems

Tuesday, November 7th, 2017

The health of your mechanical systems can directly impact the profitability, safety, and productivity of your building. Avoid unplanned downtime with maintenance from Egan.

From boilers to furnaces, trust our technicians to improve your heating systems. We can help:

  • Ensure occupant comfort and safety
  • Optimize efficiency and increase energy savings
  • Extend equipment life
  • Prevent potential problems
  • Improve indoor air quality and temperature control
  • Recommend system improvements and upgrades
  • Replace filters and belts as needed

Prepare your building for the coldest time of the year by scheduling an appointment with one of Egan’s trained HVAC technicians. Call 763.762.5636 or email us at Service@eganco.com.

GET YOUR HVAC EQUIPMENT IN SUMMER SHAPE

Wednesday, April 5th, 2017

As the temperature increases, so does the need for air conditioning in facilities. Winter can be rough on HVAC equipment, and without routine maintenance, the longevity of equipment is greatly reduced.

By planning ahead, Egan’s team of trained technicians can complete a spring startup to avoid costly repairs and equipment replacements for any facility.

Egan’s spring startup process includes: 
Replace all filters

Power washing condenser coils

Test cooling operation of units

Check for any refrigerant leaks

Check cooling contactors, fans, coils, economizers, compressors, and refrigerant levels

Clean condensate traps

Submit electronic service report with inspection results and recommendations

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Bee and Pollinator Research Lab Opens

Saturday, October 29th, 2016

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The Bee and Pollinator Research Lab celebrates its grand opening today. This state-of-the art laboratory on the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus is dedicated to protecting bees, in order to protect human food supply and health.

Egan Company provided mechanical services, including the HVAC system that allows bees to move freely from outdoors to their hives inside the lab.

 

Protecting Lakes and Streams

Tuesday, June 7th, 2016

For years, Minnesotans have been on alert for the spread of invasive species in all beloved lakes and rivers. Those enjoying the water – boating, fishing, or hunting – are told to follow stringent practices for cleaning their watercraft to prevent the spread of the plants, fungi, and other organisms. These can be detrimental to the waters that are such an integral part of Minnesota’s culture and ecosystem.

In March 2016, the University of Minnesota opened the newly renovated Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) on the St. Paul Campus. Funded by the state legislature, the Clean Water Fund, and the Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund, the 8,300 square foot, state-of-the-art lab allows researchers to do work that was never before possible, with more than 20 dedicated, specially filtrated tanks for species like zebra mussels, fungi, and Asian Carp.UMN Aquatic Invasive Species_smaller

Egan Company installed over 13,500 feet of piping, allowing well water to be filtered for iron and other impurities before it reaches the tanks. More importantly, a wastewater treatment process allows the waters to be safely returned to the sewer system. This means that researchers can now safely monitor potential threats to see if the organisms can withstand a simulated Minnesota climate and the effect that they may have on the indigenous aquatic ecosystems, should they be introduced.

“This project was equally unique and challenging,” said Chuck Roberts, Egan Company Mechanical Field Leader. “We used a lot of specialized parts that we’ve not worked with before – it was complex, but McGough and our people pulled it off – it was very rewarding to see something like this come together.”

With these new research capabilities and the cooperation of the general public, it is hoped that Minnesota’s lakes and rivers can be healthy for generations.

Core Project Team: McGough Construction, University of Minnesota, Burns & McDonnell

Egan Services Provided: new HVAC system, steam/hot water exchange, hot water piping, lab and filtration equipment installation