The atoms of the mechanical world have long been on a collision course with the bits of the digital world. Operating at the intersection requires an independent understanding of both worlds. Atoms & Bits is our attempt to build that cross-domain understanding so that you too can operate at the intersection of atoms and bits.
Today, the team launched libertysupply.com. We are excited to continue to provide value to our customers, and to communicate to new customers who Liberty Supply is and what we are about.
Buildings faced long term shutdowns due to COVID-19, making the water inside become stagnant. While sitting in the pipes, it can accumulate excessive amounts of metals and even pathogens, creating dangerous water quality issues.
Two factors leading to the spread of COVID-19 indoors is the transfer of the virus through surfaces and objects, and the transmission through air. Subsequently, parents and students are concerned about the indoor air quality of their college campus.
Businesses, industries, and people across the globe have fought to stay open while abiding by changing health and safety regulations due to COVID-19. These restrictions have brought on new questions regarding safest way to run HVAC systems during a pandemic. One of the CDC's recommendations was to increase the introduction of outdoor air and to decrease indoor air circulation.
COVID-19 shut down many manufacturing plants; however, the need for products didn't decrease. This led to a national parts shortage and created supply chain issues for the HVAC industry. To combat this, it is recommended to determine the parts you've used in the past and forecast what is needed to get you through the next year.
For six months straight, the construction industry has had double digit price increases. Along with price increases, production and delivery lead times have been lengthened. A contributing factor is the labor shortage we are facing around the world.