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A key element to designing an energy efficient building is mitigating areas susceptible to energy loss. Some of the biggest energy loss offenders just happen to be entrance doors, delivery doors, service doors and garage doors. Basically, the main areas of ingress/egress for the people, goods, and services key to a business’ success. Add an architect into the mix and they’ll work to ensure…

There’s just something that makes dining outside more enjoyable. Whether it’s a break from the norm, a primitive calling or just a unique experience, outdoor seating at a restaurant is always a big draw. Unfortunately, diners are not the only ones who enjoy the outdoor experience. It seems the smells prove irresistible to flying insects who, just like the patrons, are lining up to get a taste…

Prior to Covid, online grocery ordering was not the most popular item. A few stores offered it and a few customers used it. For the most part, however, shopping was traditional. A shopper enters the store and gets what they need. After all, not just anyone can pick the perfect cantaloupe. It’s now a few years into Covid and your customers don’t even remember where the produce section is…

Ice, moisture, and fog build-up, especially around high-speed and other types of doors, can create conditions that adversely affect safety, productivity, and performance. Spread these hazards across five, 10 or 20 plus doors and the potential for trouble increases considerably. In this article, we’ll address common problems associated with high-speed and cold storage doors in cooler and freezer…

Depending on your perspective, 25 years can feel like an eternity. On the flip side, it can pass by in the blink of an eye. As Powered Aire celebrates 25 years in business, it’s safe to say it can feel like a little bit of both. Powered AIre Breaking Ground In 1997, Ken Lapinski, Ken Blashak and Bill Arbanas recognized a unique opportunity in the Air Curtain and Air Door marketplace. Having…

One of the most common questions we get is “my commercial kitchen has a fly problem. Will an air curtain solve this issue?”. While we’d love to say “of course, we’ll get you set right up”, the answer is not always that simple. If you own a restaurant, you know all too well that you can serve 100 customers and 99 of them will leave happy and content to return. BUT…there’s that one person!