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Winter Isn’t Forgiving. Neither Is a Frozen Fire Sprinkler System.
Wet sprinkler systems installed in garages, loading docks, and other unheated or semi-exposed spaces face a serious winter risk: freezing. When temperatures drop below 32°F (0°C), water-filled pipes can freeze, expand, and rupture leading to immediate system damage, costly repairs, and potential life-safety failures when protection is needed most.
Drexan and Neponset Controls Announce Strategic Distribution Partnership to Expand Trace Heating Solutions in America’s Northeast
We’re excited to announce our partnership with Neponset Controls, a premier industrial manufacturer of instrumentation and control solutions.
Denver Contractors Gain Insights into Drexan’s Roof & Gutter Trace Heating Systems
Drexan’s team hosted an in-depth training session in Denver, Colorado, with local distributors who sell and install cable and component trace heating systems. The session focused on roof and gutter applications and what makes Drexan’s solutions stand out in...
Texcan and Drexan Bring Industrial Heat Trace Solutions to Western Canada
Drexan is proud to be part of the Texcan team providing heat trace systems to manufacturers in Western Canada.
Why Wattage Tolerances Matter and Why They’re Often Overlooked
When engineers evaluate heat trace solutions, they often look at the wattage rating specification. But there’s another critical factor that frequently goes unnoticed wattage tolerance, the allowable variation between a cable’s nominal wattage and its actual heat output. Overlooking this metric can lead to unnecessary design margins, higher installation costs, and long-term energy waste.
Explosion-proof products in industrial heat trace applications – what are they?
Drexan’s PipeGuard self-regulating heat trace cables are rated for Class I, Division 1 applications. They are engineered and certified for continuous operation in the most hazardous gas environments.
No More Nicks: A Safer Future for Trace Heating Installers
The “No Nicks” campaign is more than just highlighting the ingenious design of our connection systems. It’s a commitment to raising the bar for safety in our industry. Protecting people means protecting businesses too, and we’re proud to help both thrive.
Drexan Welcomes Zachary and Muhammad to Our Growing Sales Team
Drexan is expanding support for our customers across North America with the addition of Zachary and Muhammad to our sales team. Both bring impressive experience, technical expertise, and a passion for building strong, long-term partnerships.
Protect Your Investment: The Importance of Testing and Troubleshooting Trace Heating Cables
Trace heating systems are a critical component in freeze protection and maintaining temperature control across industrial and commercial applications. But even the most rugged, certified cable systems can be compromised if testing protocols are skipped during...