SCS Blog

September 10, 2018

Save Money by Eliminating Air Leaks in Compressed Air Systems

Did you know that for every 2 psig. reduction in system pressure, the energy consumed by the system reduces by 1 percent? Increasing system pressure increases leakage rates and compounds friction losses associated with poor piping design or poorly maintained, clogged filters.

September 4, 2018

SCS Engineers Welcomes Todd Stewart to The Firms Renewable Energy Practice

“Todd has developed and coordinated some of the largest combined solar and alternative power generation projects in the world,” stated Steve Hamilton, senior vice president of SCS Energy. “We’re fortunate to be putting his acumen to work for our clients.”

August 31, 2018

Getting Started with OSHA’s RAGAGEP – Where there is a will, there is a way.

These units are also equipped with automatic thermal actuator bleed valve that opens when internal water temperature drops below 35°F and will not close until the temperature reaches 45°F so the unit is protected against freezing. But OSHA requires that the eyewash/safety shower provide tepid water (60- 100°F). Temperature control ...

August 27, 2018

Capturing All the Impacts of Change Saves Time and Money

The engineer failed to consider that the existing condenser control program would have a negative impact on the operational safety of the condenser. It is for this reason that it is vital that we ask as many questions as possible regarding the change being considered. The logical questions to ask ...

August 22, 2018

Ask These Questions Before Selecting Your PSM/RMP Compliance Auditor

How does the consultant propose to examine the program paperwork and documentation? Do they have a checklist or a set of questions to ask? Are they asking for documentation to be supplied ahead of time? If the end user uses a cloud-based document management system, it may be possible ...