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Thing to Consider When Choosing Commercial Filters
When you're choosing a commercial filter for a store, mall, or other commercial building, several factors come into play: what is the space used for (a classroom at a university has different filtration needs from a gym, cafeteria or swimming pool) the number of...
Great Reasons to Use Baffle Grease Filters
Kitchen grease fires are almost inevitable. The reason d’être for Baffle Grease Filters is to prevent kitchen grease fires from “going up the stack.” That means they help prevent grease fires from burning down the building. Flames can go right through a mesh filter,...
Commercial Air Filters
Commercial air filters are used in a variety of settings ranging from places where large numbers of people are present, such as hotels, shopping malls, and even non-critical areas in hospitals. Commercial air filters can be purchased ready-made or custom made to the...
Belt Suppliers for Generations of Customers
Belt Suppliers for Generations of Customers Saving money, solving problems and finding unusual belts are three good reasons to contact Twin City Filter. Finding Unusual Belts Whether you need a belt for a wheelchair motor, an antique car, or a large piece of...
Prevent Problems with the Right HVAC Air Filters
Do your air conditioner evaporator coils keep freezing? There are two possible solutions to his problem, both involving HVAC air filters. HVAC Air Filters and AC Unit Problems First off, if your AC unit's coils are freezing, you should of course have a qualified...
Benefits of Using Cog Belts
The U.S. Department of Energy states that cog belt systems are 98% efficient, as compared to a 95% efficiency rating for V belts. That may not sound like much, but over time, incremental improvements in efficiency can save energy costs and more. There are several...
How HVAC Air Filters Can Affect Your Operating Costs
Whether you're a homeowner trying to pinch a few pennies or a facilities engineer looking to keep your budget under control, one area to explore for saving money is your HVAC air filters. I'm not just talking about common sense things like price comparisons or buying...
What Is a High Efficiency Filter?
You've probably seen packages marked "high efficiency filter." But what is a high efficiency filter? Do you need one? Is it any better than other filters? High efficiency filters are MERV 11-16, and are designed to remove particulates from 65% up to HEPA efficiencies....
Learn How to Measure a V-Belt
So you've got to replace a V-belt, but you're not sure what size you need? You can measure the current V-belt for an approximate size by using these step by step instructions. You'll need a cloth measuring tape, or a piece of string and a yardstick. You'll also need a...
Understanding the MERV Ratings for Commercial Filters
If your business is involved in manufacturing, industrial or commercial projects, then you're probably familiar with the term MERV. MERV or MERV ratings stands for "Minimum Efficiency Ratings Value." It's a standard measurement for residential and commercial filters...
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For over 70 years Twin City Filter has been a family business providing both filter service and filter sales. We began serving the Greater Twin Cities Metro Area and grew into a coast to coast, border to border business.
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