Mechanical Systems - Articles - Page 34

Lubrizol mechanical joining methods

April 19, 2017

The 6950 Plastic Cut Groover forms standard cut grooves in CPVC by removing material with a specially formed cutting bit.

Asahi Asahitec PP-RCT piping systems

April 19, 2017

Asahi’s Asahitec PP-RCT piping systems for plumbing and HVAC applications are comprised of two systems.

Quik Lining Systems' curing accelerator

April 19, 2017

Quik Lining Systems’ 199,000 Btu/h heater accelerates the curing of CIPP lateral sewer liners.

MCAA 2017 breaks attendance records in San Diego

This year’s MCAA conference focused on “Reflecting on Success”.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

April 17, 2017

Mechanical contractors reflect on success during the annual event.

NCCER names 2017 ABC Craft Instructor of the Year

April 14, 2017

NCCER is pleased to recognize Roger Thompson of New Hope, Alabama as the 2017 Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Craft Instructor of the Year.

NEBB donates $10,000 to ASHRAE research

April 12, 2017

NEBB President Jim Kelleher presented the donation to Patricia Graef, PE, ASHRAE Vice President, during the closing session of the NEBB conference.

Industry supports Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund

ComfortSystems, EMCOR Group, others raise money for veterans and their families

April 11, 2017

The Johnny Mac Soldiers Fund was founded by fellow graduates and classmates at West Point and is inspired by Col. John “Johnny Mac” McHugh, who was killed in action in Afghanistan May 18, 2010.

Tool Tips: Empty a water heater quickly, prevent scratched tubs, lifting advice

March 29, 2017

Tool Tips—March 2017

How to properly size finned-tube baseboard heat emitters

Have a look at the rating tables for most finned-tube baseboard sold in North America and chances are you’ll see a footnote.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

March 29, 2017

Have a look at the rating tables for most finned-tube baseboard sold in North America and chances are you’ll see a footnote under the table that reads something like this: “Ratings are based on active fin length and include 15% heating effect factor.”