Applications of Manometers in Construction Industry

Overview

The construction industry involves the planning, building, and maintenance of structures and infrastructure like buildings, roads, and bridges. It employs architects, engineers, contractors, and laborers, contributing to economic development and community growth. It operates under safety and regulatory standards to ensure quality and sustainability.

Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s Structural Manometers are sometimes referred to as pressure gauges, pressure meters, pressure indicators, U-tube manometers, inclined manometers, Bourdon gauges, diaphragm gauges, piezometers, barometers, vacuum gauges, Mano stats, and fluid column gauges.

GAO Tek’s Structural Manometers have the following applications in the construction industry:

Testing of Concrete Strength: GAO’s manometers can be used to measure the pressure within concrete forms or melds during the curing process. This helps ensure that the concrete reaches the required strength before forms are removed.
Checking Building Air Tightness: GAO Tek’s manometers are employed to assess the air tightness of buildings. By measuring pressure differentials across building envelopes, construction professionals can identify areas where air leakage may occur, helping to improve energy efficiency and comfort.
Ventilation System Balancing: In GAO, manometers are used to balance ventilation systems in buildings. By measuring air pressure at various points in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system, construction teams can ensure proper air distribution and comfort within the constructed space.
Monitoring Gas Lines and Pipes: GAO’s manometers are utilized to check and maintain the pressure levels in gas lines and pipes within construction projects. This is critical for safety and compliance with regulations.
Hydraulic Testing of Structures: In GAO, construction projects involving hydraulic structures, such as dams or water treatment plants, manometers are used to measure pressure variations and ensure the integrity and safety of the structures.
Pressure Testing of Pipelines: GAO’s manometers are employed in the pressure testing of pipelines for water, gas, or other fluids. This ensures that the pipelines can withstand the expected pressure loads and helps identify any potential leaks.
Monitoring Foundation Stabilization: In GAO Tek, projects involving foundation stabilization or geotechnical engineering, manometers can be used to monitor soil pressure and ensure that the foundation is stable and secure.
Balancing HVAC Systems: GAO’s manometers are crucial in balancing heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. This involves adjusting the airflow and pressure levels in different parts of a building to maintain optimal environmental conditions.
Pressure Testing of Building Enclosures: GAO Tek’s manometers help in testing the pressure integrity of building enclosures, including windows, doors, and other openings. This is essential for ensuring that the building is weather-tight and energy-efficient.
Verification of Pressure Relief Systems: GAO’s manometers are used to verify and calibrate pressure relief systems in construction projects, ensuring that safety measures are in place to handle excessive pressure in equipment or structures.

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GAO Tek’s targeted markets are North America, particularly the U.S., Canada,

Complying with Construction Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s manometers comply or help our customers comply with the construction industry standards such as:

ASTM E278
ASTM E644
ISO 16012
ANSI/ASME B40.1
ANSI/ASME B40.100
ASHRAE
BS EN 83

Complying with Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s manometers comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as:

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Environmental Monitoring Standards

GAO Tek’s manometers comply or help our clients comply with the Canadian regulations such as:

Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA)
Construction Regulations in Provinces and Territories
Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)

Case Studies of Manometers in Construction Industry

Manometers are sometimes called as pressure gauges, pressure meters, pressure indicators, U-tube manometers, inclined manometers, Bourdon gauges, diaphragm gauges, piezometers, barometers, vacuum gauges, Mano stats, and fluid column gauges.

Here are some practical examples of using manometers in construction industry:

Manometers were employed to monitor and regulate air pressure in HVAC systems, ensuring optimal ventilation and comfort in a prominent high-rise office building in New York City.

Manometers played a crucial role in assessing soil pressure during the rehabilitation of a historic bridge in Boston, ensuring the stability and longevity of the structure.

In a major commercial development in Chicago, manometers were utilized for HVAC system balancing and pressure testing, contributing to energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Manometers were integrated into the construction of a manufacturing facility in Detroit to monitor air pressure in cleanroom environments, ensuring product quality and safety.

Manometers were employed for precise pressure testing and calibration during the installation of an industrial gas pipeline network in Houston, meeting safety and regulatory standards.

In a new hospital construction project in Atlanta, manometers were used to maintain precise pressure differentials in specialized medical areas, such as operating rooms and laboratories.

Manometers played a critical role in monitoring and controlling pressure levels in the construction of a state-of-the-art research laboratory in San Francisco, ensuring optimal conditions for experiments.

Manometers were employed for testing and balancing HVAC systems in a large-scale residential development in Los Angeles, contributing to energy efficiency and resident comfort.

Manometers were integrated into the construction of a hydroelectric power plant in British Columbia to monitor pressure in water conduits, optimizing power generation efficiency.

In a bridge construction project in Ontario, manometers were used to assess soil pressure, ensuring the stability and safety of the structure for years to come.

GAO RFID Inc. RFID Hardware a sister company of GAO Tek Inc., is ranked as a top 10 RFID suppliers in the world. Its RFID, BLE, and IoT products have also been widely used in the construction industry.

Construction Industry | RFID solutions

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Use of Manometers with Leading Software and Cloud Services in Construction Industry

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use GAO’s manometers with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include:

HOBOware
Testo Smart Probes App
Fluke Calibration Software
Crystal Pressure Vision Software
Tridium Niagara Framework
Procore
PlanGrid
SAP2000
ENVI
HOMER Pro
EnergyPlus
eQUEST
Tableau
Microsoft Power BI
AWS IoT
Microsoft Azure IoT
Google Cloud IoT Core
Amazon S3
Procore
PlanGrid
Autodesk Construction Cloud
Siemens Desigo CC
Honeywell Forge
imScale
Ansys Cloud

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Meeting Customers’ Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., and Canada.

Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in construction industry we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

Bechtel
Turner Construction
Mortenson
Kiewit Corporation
Skanska
Accenture
Deloitte
PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers)
Cognizant
IBM Global Business Services
Aecon Group Inc.
EllisDon Corporation
PCL Construction
Graham Construction
Bird Construction

GAO has Many Customers in Construction Industry

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in the construction industry by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s products in the construction industry.

Construction Industry | RFID Solutions

Utilities Industry | RFID solutions

Here are some of GAO’s customers in construction industry: