Specific Systems ATEX Unit on Display at Offshore Energy 2011

Specific Systems announced today that it will be exhibiting one of its new ATEX certified InPac industrial air conditioning systems at the Offshore Energy 2011 Trade Show and Conference in Amsterdam. The showing, which takes place October 11 and 12, 2011, is brought about through an alliance with Dutch company STAHL Electromach. The unit will be displayed at Electromach’s booth, number 215, at the Amsterdam RAI. The InPac unit being shown is the same that was displayed at the Offshore Europe show in Aberdeen, Scotland, earlier this month.

The packaged wall-mounted system being shown features a hazardous Class 1, Division/Zone 2 explosion proof design with built-in automatic purge and pressurization, corrosion-resistant coils, and Specific Systems’ standard dual refrigeration circuit. Further, it integrates explosion-proof damper controllers for increased air control during purge, as well as chemical filtration for use during normal operation. Manufactured in Tulsa using 16-gauge stainless steel, the ATEX certified unit incorporates a STAHL Electromach CUBEx enclosure to house the purge components. The ATEX certified InPac units are similar in design to the standard InPac series, but use IECEx components to meet international electrical safety standards.

Specific Systems has been working with STAHL Electromach to ensure that the unit meets all necessary standards, and to ensure the certification of the entire InPac product line.

About Specific Systems

In 1974, Specific Systems set the standard for heavy-duty industrial environmental control with its InPac series. As the largest and oldest in the industry, Specific Systems continues to lead the way by using efficient yet durable components and innovative product designs. Specific Systems also engineers and manufactures HVAC units for light industrial, commercial, and military applications with industrial capacities up to 50 tons (600,000 BTUH). For more information on Specific Systems products, visit www.specificsystems.com.



Specific Systems Receives ISO 9001:2008 Certification

TULSA, Oklahoma—December 9, 2010—Specific Systems, the leading manufacturer of industrial and severe duty HVAC equipment, received third-party certification to the internationally recognized ISO 9001:2008 quality management standard. Intertek, an ANAB accredited registrar that is a leading provider of testing and quality audits for several industries, assessed Specific Systems against the requirements for consistent quality assurance.

For Specific Systems, the ISO 9001:2008 certification is a significant step in maintaining a leadership position in the industry. “We are proud to have achieved this certification,” says President Mike Bolick. “The certification encompasses the hard work by our employees in constantly improving both ourselves and our products, as well as providing our customers with the products and service they need.” Specific Systems began the hard work of achieving the certification early this year.

ISO certification requires both internal and external process auditing to ensure an efficient and continually improving system that focuses on customer satisfaction. By obtaining this certification, Specific Systems is ensuring that its processes are regularly reviewed for improvement. Specific Systems’ certification scope includes the design, engineering and manufacturing of explosion proof and severe duty HVAC and building pressurization equipment, and a copy of the certificate can be accessed on Specific Systems’ web site.

About Specific Systems

In 1974, Specific Systems set the standard for heavy-duty industrial environmental control with its InPac series. As the largest and oldest in the industry, Specific Systems continues to lead the way by using efficient yet durable components and innovative product designs. Specific Systems also engineers and manufactures HVAC units for light industrial, commercial, and military applications with industrial capacities up to 50 tons (600,000 BTUH). For more information on Specific Systems products, visit www.specificsystems.com.

Press Contact:
Therman Lee
(918) 663-9321 x116



Specific Systems Unveils Product Redesigns, New Catalogs

TULSA, Oklahoma—January 6, 2010—Tulsa based Specific Systems announced today the release of several updated product designs as well as a new set of catalogs. The product redesigns include the popular one to three ton capacity InPac 60 series window units. Commonly used to cool analyzer houses and other Class I, Division 1 areas, the InPac 60 series incorporates updated fan technology and standard R-410A refrigerant for a more efficient system. Along with the base unit, the available purge/pressurization and chemical filtration modules were redesigned for easier maintenance and extra configuration options.

Specific Systems units have always been known for their excellent performance under adverse conditions, and until recently, efficiency was outweighed by the need for safety and performance. Specific Systems saw the need for the combination of effective cooling and efficiency, and tweaked their industry leading designs. Each unit received individual attention with additional goals of increasing serviceability, airflow, and customization without an increase in labor costs. Meeting these goals allows Specific Systems to provide a superior product to customers.

Coinciding with these redesigns, the new catalogs showcase the InPac and AirPak product lines, as well as the numerous available options. With a new layout featuring updated information, the catalogs give prospective customers a comprehensive overview of the product line, and provide customers with all data needed to make a well-informed decision in the selection of Specific Systems products. The catalogs are available for PDF download from their web site at www.specificsystems.com/catalogs/ or a physical copy can be mailed upon request.

About Specific Systems

In 1974, Specific Systems set the standard for heavy-duty industrial environmental control with its InPac series. As the largest and oldest in the industry, Specific Systems continues to lead the way by using efficient yet durable components and innovative product designs. Specific Systems also engineers and manufactures HVAC units for light industrial, commercial, and military applications with industrial capacities up to 50 tons (600,000 BTUH). For more information on Specific Systems products, visit www.specificsystems.com.

Press Contact:
Therman Lee
(918) 663-9321 x116



Customer Satisfaction to be Measured at Specific Systems

TULSA, Oklahoma—October 12, 2009—Tulsa-based Specific Systems, a leader in industrial and explosion proof HVAC units, announced today that it would be giving away an iPod Touch, valued at $199, via a promotional contest. Contestants who wish to enter the contest must submit a completed customer satisfaction survey, available via www.specificsystems.com/satisfaction. A drawing of valid entries will be held on April 1, 2010 to determine the winner. Customers are urged to visit the site to fill out the survey, and for details and official rules of the sweepstakes.

Specific Systems developed the customer satisfaction survey in order to receive feedback about its products and services, as well as build relationships among its wide customer base. The short survey, consisting of eight questions, will aid in determining areas of customer service that are working well, and may find some that need improvement. Employees of the company strive to ensure customers are pleased with the products and service they receive, but know that improvement and innovation are always possible.

About Specific Systems

In 1974, Specific Systems set the standard for industrial HVAC with its InPac series. Specific Systems continues to lead the way by using efficient yet durable components and innovative product designs. Specific Systems also engineers and manufactures HVAC units for light industrial, commercial, and military applications with industrial capacities up to 40 tons (480,000 BTUH). For more information on Specific Systems products, visit www.specificsystems.com.

Press Contact:
Therman Lee
(918) 663-9321 x116

R-22 Obsolecence

Emerson Climate Technologies released a bulletin today including their R-22 phaseout compliance plans. Included in these plans is a note that single phase R-22 compressors must be ordered prior to October 5, 2009, and any three phase R-22 compressors must be ordered prior to October 26, 2009.

The compressors included in this phaseout are the compressors Specific Systems has used for R-22 circuits. However, because Specific Systems began its phaseout of R-22 well in advance of the mandated ban, we should not be affected by this timeline. Any existing stock of R-22 can still be used for service and repair purposes.

All new orders placed with Specific Systems will use an alternate refrigerant, generally R-410A, though other refrigerants such as R-407C are also available for certain applications. Emerson Climate Technologies bulletin also indicated that R-407C variations of these compressors will be phased out by September 30, 2011. Specific Systems will work with Emerson Climate Technologies to ensure a swift transition to newer and more efficient compressors for our units as that phaseout draws near.

Specific Systems is committed to progression of the industry and compliance with all applicable regulations. If you have any questions regarding Specific Systems or the changeover to non-ozone-depleting HFC refrigerants, please contact us.