Glossary, Page 3

anion

An anion is an ion with a negative electrical charge, meaning it has more electrons than protons in its nucleus. Anions are formed by the addition of one or more electrons to a stable neutral atom. In this way, the charge of the nucleus (the number…

anode

  Anode (ἄνοδος (anodos), "exit") is an electrode that removes negative particles of electric charge from space.   Which of the electrodes of a specific component represents the anode at a given moment and which the cathode depends on…

Anodic protection

Anodic protection is an electrochemical process used to protect metal structures from corrosion. It is an active method of protection that uses the principle of electrolysis and creates a protective potential on the surface of the metal. In anodic…

Anti-legionella

Anti-legionella is a term used for measures and means that serve to prevent the spread and growth of Legionella pneumophila bacteria in various water systems. The bacterium Legionella pneumophila is responsible for a disease known as legionellosis…

Antimony

Antimony is a chemical element in the Periodic Table of Elements, which has the symbol Sb and proton number 51. It has been known since ancient times, it was first prepared by the Persian alchemist Geber. In Europe, its production was first…

antracit

Anthracite is a type of coal with a high carbon content and a low content of gases and impurities. It is the highest form of coal in the carbon spectrum and has a very strong and dense structure. It is the so-called hard coal. Anthracite is often…

APC

For nearly forty years, APC has been the industry standard for reliable electrical power and physical IT infrastructure. Today, he is a leading name in IT departments, large and small, and among our vast community of channel partners. Our history…

aquart

about company NINGBO AQUART ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE CO., LTD., a branch of SHUIYI HOLDING GROUP, is a professional healthy electrical appliance company specializing in the research, development, production and assembly of household water. Water…

aragonit

Aragonite is a mineral belonging to carbonates, namely calcium carbonate (CaCO3). It is one of the crystalline forms of limestone, the other form being calcite. Aragonite differs from calcite in its crystal structure and properties. Aragonite is…

ariston

  ARISTON is a leading global manufacturer of heating systems, water heaters and accessories for households and industry. With more than 50 years of history and an international presence, it has won the trust of customers with its quality,…

armature

A valve is a type of pipe closure that regulates the flow of fluids (gases, fluidized solids, slurries, and liquids) by opening, closing, or partially blocking various passages. The functional element is the valve plate, which is moved by means of…

ashtray

An ashtray is an integrated or additional device, or an accessory for boilers, which is used to capture and collect ash and soot, which are produced during the combustion of fuel in the boiler. It is a container that is placed near or under the…

asynchronous motor

An asynchronous motor is a type of electric motor. It is a rotating electric machine (electric motor), working on alternating current. It is the most widespread drive in electrical engineering ever. The flow of energy between the main parts of the…

ATTACK

ATTACK is a Slovak company with a broad focus in the field of heating and water heating. With more than 25 years of history, it has become one of the leading manufacturers of heating equipment in Slovakia and Eastern Europe. The company ATTACK…

auraton

Auraton is a well-known manufacturer and supplier of intelligent solutions for the control and automation of home heating. Based in Poland, it is one of the leading players in the field of intelligent temperature and energy management…

axiálny

In the context of technical and engineering terms, "axial" refers to the direction of the axis, that is, that which is located in the direction of the axis of something. This term is used to describe the direction or arrangement of components,…

AZUD

AZUD is a leading global manufacturer and provider of technologies for water treatment, irrigation and filtration systems. It is known for its innovative solutions for agriculture, horticulture, industry and municipal use. History: AZUD was…

bacteria

Bacteria (lat. Bacteria; see below for other Slovak and Latin names) are, in the current understanding, a domain from the cell taxon (= cellular organisms; lat. Cellulata). Together with archaeons, they form an informal group of prokaryotes. On…

ball valve

A ball valve controls the flow of liquid or gas by means of a rotating ball with a hole. By turning the ball around its axis, the medium can flow or become blocked. They are characterized by a long service life and provide a reliable seal for the…

bar

Bar (bar mark) is a unit of pressure. The bar is not an SI unit, but can be used as a decimal multiple of the SI unit (the pascal) (similar to, for example, the ton or litre). The bar is still used for its clarity, as 1 bar is approximately the…

battery

The battery can be: in technology:a system of (almost) identical machines or devices forming a single unit, which serves to increase performance, work effect and the like, e.g.:furnace batteryanode batterythe parallel or series connection of…

Baxi

    BAXI is a renowned company operating in the field of heating and water heating with more than 150 years of history. Its roots go back to 1866, when BAXI was founded to manufacture cast iron radiators in Barcelona and Tarragona,…

bearing

A bearing is an engineering component that is used to transmit forces between moving and fixed parts of a mechanical machine, while it is made to minimize the friction that occurs between the moving and fixed parts of the machine. The bearing in…

Bending radius

Bending radius is a physical quantity that determines the curvature or curve that an object can move through without deformation or damage. In the context of geometry and engineering, the bend radius is the radius of the circle that best describes…

bergen

Bergen is a major player in the energy industry and operates in many industries including oil, gas, petrochemical and heating. It is known for developing and manufacturing high-quality products and providing comprehensive solutions to customers…