Intended for odor control applications, Purafil BIOLOGICAL AIR TREATER (BAT) features fixed-film trickling filter technology and is designed to occupy minimal footprint. Stable biofilms, resistant to fluctuations, lend to operability, while mixed-media support prevents plugging and channeling. In addition to natural bio-trickling microbial process, features include engineered chemisorptive ...

A round-up of recent discoveries in behavior research

Giving almonds a burst of infrared heat, followed by a stint of hot-air roasting, helps make sure these tasty, healthful nuts remain safe to eat. That's according to studies by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) engineer Zhongli Pan and microbiologist Maria T. Brandl , who have dubbed this almond pasteurizing technique "SIRHA," short for "sequential infrared and hot air."

Hiring a professional to perform a home energy audit can help you locate areas of energy loss due to air leaks, inadequate insulation, outdated equipment and poorly installed ductwork. Identifying the main problem areas in your home can help you decide which home improvement projects will result in the most dramatic energy savings. During a typical energy audit, a technician performs a number of ...

You know the saying 'there's no place like home.' but for a Cloverdale man, his home is almost like being away on vacation. You see he has what some call 'the coolest patio in town.'