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Three Myths About MERV
MERV is one of several standards methods of rating air filters. MERV ratings are used to indicate the particle size that a filter can capture. The higher the number, the smaller the particles the filter can trap and keep from the air circulating through the system....
The Correct Baffle Grease Filter Is Essential to a Commercial Kitchen
Here’s a question about baffle grease filters that we thought worthwhile sharing with you: “Why are my filters being sucked up into the hood?” The person who asked this question runs a commercial kitchen and recently replaced the baffle grease filters. When he...
The Importance of Replacement Filters for School Ventilation Systems
Never underestimate the importance of good replacement filters in a school ventilation system. Over 53 million children and 6 million teachers, administrators and other adults spending 6+ hours each day inside a school building nationwide, choosing the right...
What Are MERV Filters?
It sounds like the name of a person rather than a filter: MERV filters. MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value. It is a standard method of measuring a filter’s efficiency. MERV values help consumers differentiate among the many different types, brands, and...
The Importance of Air Filters
Air filters help us keep our houses warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Air filters can remove dust, lint, pet hair and dander, and other particles down to the smallest microparticle that can harm circuitry and microchips in sensitive equipment. The right air...
Clean Grease Filters Save You Money!
Restaurant owners and commercial food preparation businesses know that clean grease filters are important. Clean grease filters can save you money in a variety of ways. Reduced risk of fire: Grease build-up inside ductwork captures dirt and dust particles. As this...
Belt Suppliers Who Care About Customer Service
You need belts – V-belts, cog belts, toothed belts, in many sizes and materials. And while you need selection, you also need customer service. At Twin City Filter Service, we like to think we go the extra mile to provide exceptional service to our clients. We offer...
How High-Efficiency Filters Enhance Worker Health
It sounds strange, but it’s true; high-efficiency filters can actually have a positive effect on the workforce. Most office buildings run their systems at the default occupation densities found in the office. The American Society for Heating, Refrigeration, and...
Considerations for Replacement Filters
A filter upgrade and the associated replacement filters may be part of your annual plans to upgrade your HVAC system. Whether for an industrial, commercial, or other large building, upgrading filters and getting new replacement filters can go a long way towards...
What Difference Does a MERV Rating Make?
The MERV rating on your system’s air filters plays an important role in both improving indoor air quality and controlling heating and cooling costs. Here’s the impact that the MERV rating makes – and the difference it can make in your energy bills! What Is a MERV...
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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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We provide filters, custom filters and service to contractors, office complexes, condos, business parks, colleges, and other industrial, commercial and residential developments.