Articles by Julius Ballanco, P.E.

The Million Plumber March (Julius Ballanco)

September 28, 2000
With all the protests in the world, fighting for a healthy supply of life-giving water sounds like a good cause.
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It's The Hot Water, Stupid! (Julius Ballanco)

August 25, 2000
The plumbing industry needs to practice what its codes preach.
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Some Practical Questions About Plumbing Codes

July 31, 2000
Answers to the questions you've been asking; Julius Ballanco's Plumbing Forum.
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The Hose Connection Dangers

July 31, 2000
Old frostproof sillcocks fail to make the grade, according to Julius Ballanco.
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The First (And Possibly Last) Annual JB Awards

July 21, 2000
Julius Ballanco presents a gift to his readers.
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Protecting 'Pop'

July 17, 2000
The right dispenser valves are key in protecting beverage consumers according to Julius Ballanco in this month's Plumbing Primer.
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The Best Of Both Worlds: PEX-AL-PEX

June 19, 2000
The name isn't very catchy, but PEX-AL-PEX has the benefits of both metal and plastic pipe.
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Candid Camera

June 18, 2000
Drain line cameras can catch it all on film.
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My Hero Has Left Us

June 16, 2000
The world has lost a great role model with the death of Walter Payton.
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Engineers Recognize AAVs

June 16, 2000
Air admittance valves continue to stir up debate.
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