Anything we do in the cloud requires data centers: streaming shows on Netflix, buying products on Amazon, storing documents on Google Drive, posting on social media platforms, hailing a ride on Uber, reserving a room on Airbnb… Data centers are essential in keeping the systems we use on a daily basis functioning and operational. Continue reading “An Introduction to Data Centers”
What is a Particulate Matter Sensor and How Does it Work?
There are many methods of detecting air quality within a room and in outdoor environments. One of these methods is to measure particulates. Particulate matter can vary in size, and particles 10 micrometers and below are inhalable. (epa.gov) Inhaling particulates like dust, pollen, and smoke can have serious short and long-term impacts on health. Continue reading “What is a Particulate Matter Sensor and How Does it Work?”
What is parallax error and how can I avoid it?
What is parallax error?
Parallax error is when the pointer of a device looks like it’s at a different reading when read to the side compared to when read face-on. This is caused by the distance between the scale and the pointer. Because they’re not on the same plane, readings may not appear accurate when viewed at an angle. Continue reading “What is parallax error and how can I avoid it?”
Flow Monitoring in Emergency Safety Shower and Eyewash Stations
If you work with hazardous substances in your job, one of the first things you probably learned besides “Where’s the bathroom?” and “Where is my workstation?” is the location of the emergency safety shower and eyewash station. These emergency areas are vital to keeping workplace injuries to a minimum in laboratories and other hazardous areas. Continue reading “Flow Monitoring in Emergency Safety Shower and Eyewash Stations”
Ensuring Comfortable, Safe Environments in Hospitals
Dwyer® products are used to monitor and improve parameters that make up indoor air quality (IAQ) such as temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide (CO2), volatile organic compounds, and air changes per hour (ACH).
It is vital that the indoor environment in hospitals is controlled and kept at safe levels for patients and medical staff. Continue reading “Ensuring Comfortable, Safe Environments in Hospitals”