Mixing Up Hydronic Systems with Thermostatic Mixing Valves

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0:00 - Welcome
2:57 - Introducing the "Mix Master"
4:59 - The Purpose of Mixing in #HydronicSystems
8:04 - Types of Mixing Valves
24:15 - #Thermostatic Mixing Valves
39: 51 - Thermodynamics of Mixing: Sizing
46:23 - Valve Placement
51:27 - Multiple Mixing Valves
57:12- Maintenance Tips and Tricks

Mixing is a key element in hydronic heating systems. When properly performed it improves comfort and minimizes energy consumption while protecting system components and heat sources. A solid understanding of how they function and how to apply mixing will enable maximum system performance. A favorite to the webinar series, Bob "Hot Rod" Rohr returns to the head-of-the-class to talk mixing valves and their specific and optimal application in hydronic systems.

You'll learn:
→ What is the purpose of mixing and when is it required?
→ Thermodynamics of mixing; aka "fundamentals"
→ Mixed up about sizing? We can help!
→ Where is the optimal placement of valves?
→ Can multiple valves behave together?
→ Maintenance tips and tricks

A 2020-2022 Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence honoree, Hot Rod travels from sea to shining sea for Caleffi North America, sharing his passion and 40+ years' of experience as a plumbing, radiant heat and renewable energy contractor. Listen close; Hot Rod's quick wit will keep our audience on their toes! He is a regular contributor to industry magazines where Hot Rod enjoys bringing his rubber-to-the-road experiences to life.