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U.S. PVC prices to rise in 2014

U.S. prices for polyvinyl chloride, the plastic most widely used in construction, are set to rise by 5 cents per lb. in the first two months of 2014.

January 23, 2014

U.S. prices for polyvinyl chloride, the plastic most widely used in construction, are set to rise by 5 cents per lb. in the first two months of 2014. This is a significant price increase in a market that will see producers end the year with a net five-cent increase in their 2013 margins, according to PetroChem Wire’s PVC & Pipe Report.

Askar joins Plumbing & Mechanical

Nadia Askar is the newest member of Plumbing & Mechanical’s staff

January 23, 2014

Nadia Askar is the newest member of Plumbing & Mechanical’s staff, starting in her new role as associate editor on Nov. 25, 2013.

Tips on controlling water pressure when needed

Too much pressure.

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

January 23, 2014

One of the first things we learn in the plumbing profession is the allowable water pressure for a water distribution system. A maximum pressure of 80 psi was beat into my head at an early age. Some area of the country with high-rise buildings will allow up to 100 psi, while in other areas the pressure was lowered to 60 psi in an effort to conserve water.

California-Nevada Section of the American Water Works Association responds to drought declaration

January 20, 2014

Governor Jerry Brown declares state of emergency for California, CA-NV AWWA calls on drinking water community to take necessary actions.

IAPMO announces executive appointments

January 17, 2014

IAPMO promotes Dave Viola to COO and hires Lee Mercer to VP of industry relations.

Google buys Nest Labs for $3.2 billion

January 15, 2014

Nest Labs makes The Nest Thermostat and other smart home appliances.

Sioux Chief launches SiouxChiefStore.com

January 15, 2014

The Bunker is offering 25% off Sioux Chief and Tomahawk promotional items for the grand opening.

Boilers recalled due to CO poisoning hazards

January 13, 2014

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, along with boiler manufacturers U.S. Boiler Co., New Yorker Boiler Co. and Crown Boiler Co., announced voluntary recalls of boiler models due to carbon monoxide poisoning hazards.