A mechanical device that pressurizes a gas in order to turn it into a liquid, thereby allowing heat to be removed or added. A compressor is the main component of conventional heat pumps and air conditioners. In an air conditioning…
A member of a truss system which connects the bottom and top chords and which provides downward support.
A type of valve that works by raising or lowering a stem. Water passes through the valve by turning the faucet handle, which causes the stem to drop or rise.
The permanent deformation of a material after removal of the compressive stress.
A gasket designed to function under compression.
Used to join or connect pipes and conduit by causing a ring to compress against the connecting tube when tightening with a wrench.
An insulation board which has two different insulation types laminated together in 2 or 3 layers.
A permanently installed or attached fixture, element or part of a system.
Two or more substances, which can be mixed or blended without separating, reacting, or affecting either material adversely.
Rafter that extends from the top plate to the ridge. Generally set 12, 16, or 24 inches apart.