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Safety Storage Cabinet Selection Guide
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Safety Storage Cabinet Selection Guide

A safety storage cabinet is one of the most important items you can use if you have to store flammable, corrosive, or combustible liquids.

Fire Extinguisher Selection Guide
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Fire Extinguisher Selection Guide

While it may be simplistic to think of a fire extinguisher as "just" a fire extinguisher, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) actually classifies fires, and fire extinguishers used to fight them, into five general categories.

Why Use a Whole House Fan?
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Why Use a Whole House Fan?

With so many home cooling systems on the market, it can be a challenge to decide what type of unit is worth getting. If you simply want to move warm internal air out of the entire house and replace it with fresh air from outside, a whole house fan may be what you’re looking for.

Commercial Toilet and Urinal Selection Guide
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Commercial Toilet and Urinal Selection Guide

From the type of valve to the mounting style, commercial toilet parts vary in many ways from a residential toilet. When installing a new toilet and flush valve, be sure to check local codes for selecting the correct items for installation and GPF (gallons per flush) compliance in your area.

Condensate Pump Selection Guide
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Condensate Pump Selection Guide

Condensate pumps are used to pump condensate, or water, produced from HVAC, refrigeration, condensing boiler, furnace, or steam systems.

Exhaust Fan Selection Guide
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Exhaust Fan Selection Guide

Designed to circulate in fresh air while removing stagnant, fume-laden or stale air within a confined space, exhaust fans are available in a variety of types and sizes.

What are Cam Locks Used For?
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What are Cam Locks Used For?

Cam locks are a type of hardware that offers a simple locking solution, especially popular for use with office furniture such as desk drawers and filing cabinets. These locks secure items that require stowing, and can restrict access for anyone not having a key.

How Does a Time Delay Relay Work?
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How Does a Time Delay Relay Work?

Time delay relays control the flow of electrical power and can be used to control power to many different types of electrical loads. Combining electromechanical output relay capability with control circuitry, these relays are pre-engineered to perform up to eleven time delay functions.

HVAC Air Filtration Guide
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HVAC Air Filtration Guide

When it comes time to consider proper filtration for any HVAC system, a few things to keep in mind include the correct filter size, filter material, filter type, the environmental conditions the filter is used in, and MERV ratings.

Respirator Selection Guide
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Respirator Selection Guide

When it comes to working safely in a hazardous environment, respirators are among the most important pieces of protective equipment to consider.

Valve Selection Guide
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Valve Selection Guide

Whether it’s a need to control the flow of liquid, gas, or steam, Zoro has flow control valves for most any home or light commercial application.