Articles by Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E.

The Differentiation of Belt Drive and Direct Drive Fans For Industrial Processes

A non-exhaustive overview of belt and direct drive fans for industrial fan applications between 1-250 hp.

March 22, 2019

While both belt and direct drive fans have been around for a long time, the mainstay fan for most industrial fan applications under 250 hp has been the belt drive fan.

Four Ways To Capture The Benefits Of Thermal Storage

Tap into engineering and business experience to capitalize on opportunities in the realms of utility incentives, tax incentives, energy usage, and energy demand.

Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E. Vincent Priolo, CEM Safaa Al Musawi

October 4, 2016

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In our world of growing concerns with global warming, utility companies across the world are making energy storage more cost effective for energy users.

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Top 4 Ways To Capture The Energy And Cost Savings Of Thermal Storage

Tap into engineering and business experience to capitalize on opportunities in the realms of utility incentives, tax incentives, energy usage, and energy demand.

Vincent Priolo, CEM Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E.

August 8, 2016

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In our world of growing concerns with global warming, utility companies across the world are making energy storage more cost effective for energy users.

Identifying Energy Components in Exhaust Ventilation Systems

Dale Price Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E.

January 30, 2013

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Several variables can drag down an otherwise efficient ventilation design. Some are quite familiar.

Centrifugal Fans Installation Guide

Dale Price Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E.

March 23, 2012

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Here’s a good reference for facilities, TAB pros, or even commissioning agents on what should be found on site (and how to achieve it in the first place). For install through setup, properly managing connections, bearings, controllers, and vibration risks will create an air of success.

During this webinar, we will discuss what acidic condensate is, how it’s formed, and the damage it can cause if not properly treated—while hitting on the latest regulations that are driving the adoption of condensing technology.

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Articles by Khalil Kairouz, Ph.D., P.E.

The Differentiation of Belt Drive and Direct Drive Fans For Industrial Processes

Four Ways To Capture The Benefits Of Thermal Storage

Top 4 Ways To Capture The Energy And Cost Savings Of Thermal Storage

Identifying Energy Components in Exhaust Ventilation Systems

Centrifugal Fans Installation Guide

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