Many people wonder about the benefits of using electric over gas heating and vice versa. This debate seems to frequently come up when deciding what kind of heating system to choose that will best suit your needs. For that reason, we will be discussing gas vs electric heat to help you make the most informed decision possible….

Written by Indeeco’s own Fred Epstein and Gary White, this article will help you understand what impedance heating is and how it is used in today’s applications. “For decades, plumbers have thawed frozen water pipes by connecting portable welder electrodes to both ends of the frozen section and running a low-voltage current through the pipe….

If you are trying to decide which type of heating element would best suit your needs, and are looking to compare Open Coil vs. Finned Tubular elements, look no further! Find out the difference between the two types of heater construction and some tips on how to select the right heater for your application. Open Coil The…

So to get straight to the point, what is an Immersion Heater? Immersion heaters are primarily used for direct heating of water, oil, solvents, or gases. The word immersion means the action of immersing someone or something in a liquid. Since we will be talking about immersion heaters in specific, we are referring to a…

When choosing which type of heater is best for your facility, it is important to know the different types of heat sources available and how they can fit your needs. Radiant heaters are one option available to customers but many wonder how does radiant heat work? In this article we are going to take a closer…

Watt Density is one of the most critical factors affecting element life and is a useful measure when considering the different types of heating elements. But what is it exactly and how do you calculate it? Watt Density is the heat flux emanating from each square inch of the effective heating area (heating surface) of…

The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) is a voluntary association of electrical equipment and medical imaging manufacturers. NEMA creates a set of standards and guidelines for products, technologies, and systems that are in the best interest of the users and the industry.The NEMA Enclosure Types are used by engineers, architects, installers, and inspectors to define standards…