Rooftop HVAC equipment is designed to move air, maintain comfortable temperatures and support the everyday operation of a building. But the fans, compressors, motors and other moving components inside that equipment can also produce unwanted noise and vibration. While sound and vibration are closely related, they aren’t the same problem, nor are they always solved […]

Commercial roofs have to accommodate much more than rooftop HVAC equipment. Refrigerant lines, plumbing pipes, electrical conduit and other building systems often need to pass directly through the roof to reach equipment or systems inside the building. Every one of those penetrations creates a potential path for water if it isn’t properly sealed. Unfortunately, the […]

Even the best-planned construction or renovation project can come with surprises when it comes to rooftop components. A mechanical contractor may discover that an additional roof curb or curb adapter is needed. A plumber or electrician might need another pipe cap package. An HVAC installer may realize that a necessary equipment support wasn’t included in […]

Rooftop mechanical equipment is critical to a building’s basic functionality – from air handling units to exhaust fans, ducts, pipes and specialized equipment. While the performance of these system components varies, one requirement is non-negotiable: they must remain secure and operational under severe environmental forces like high winds and seismic activity. Across the United States, […]

In the world of commercial and industrial rooftop mechanical equipment, “out of sight, out of mind” rarely applies – and definitely not when that equipment is causing excessive noise and/or vibration that disrupts the building occupants, whether they are employees, tenants or customers. While rooftop units, supply and exhaust fans, and other HVAC equipment are […]

For those who are new to the world of commercial/industrial roof penetration and equipment support products – or for anyone who wants a quick review of the common terms used in our industry – we’ve put together this handy list of terms and brief definitions. It’s a quick and easy way to familiar with the […]

In commercial, industrial, and specialized buildings, rooftop equipment like HVAC units, exhaust fans, generators and more can generate significant sound and vibration, which can disrupt occupants, damage structures, and violate local noise ordinances and building codes. Effective sound reduction and vibration isolation is critical to address these challenges, which is why we set out to […]

The recent AHR Expo brought more than 50,000 HVAC/R professionals to sunny Orlando, Florida for the largest industry event of year. The Pate Company had our team on hand to welcome visitors to our booth and show off a wide range of our roof penetration and equipment support products. We had great conversations with many […]

The Pate Company is proud to announce that we will once again exhibit at the 2025 AHR Expo – the premier event for the HVACR industry – from February 10-12, 2025, in Orlando, Florida. The Expo brings together more than 50,000 attendees, including mechanical contractors, engineers, suppliers and other industry professionals, plus more than 350 […]

At The Pate Company, we’re committed to staying at the forefront of innovation and production efficiency, in order to better serve our customers. In line with this commitment, we’re excited to announce the addition of two state-of-the-art Accurpress press brakes to our manufacturing facility.