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Gorton Heating Celebrates 125 years in New Jersey

February 13, 2013

Cranford, N.J.-based steam and hot water valve manufacturer Gorton Heating Corp. celebrated a business milestone last year — 125 years in business.

NSF Releases Geothermal Heat Pump Standard

February 13, 2013

NSF International recently published the first in a series of American National Standards for geothermal piping systems — NSF/ANSI 358-1: Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings for Water-Based Ground-Source “Geothermal” Heat Pump Systems.

Tool Tips — February 2013

February 13, 2013

Perfect sizing for pipe insulation, easier quick-to-connect fittings and sticky notes for a cleaner jobsite.

MCAA selects “Final Four” in student chapter competition

Finalists will compete on stage during MCAA’s 2013 convention.

January 29, 2013

The Mechanical Contractors Association of America Inc. (MCAA) announces the four finalist teams that will make oral presentations of their written bid proposals during the next phase of the 2012-2013 Student Chapter Competition.

OESP launches Home Comfort Specialist Academy

January 23, 2013

The National Association of Oil and Energy Service Professionals will launch the Home Comfort Specialist Academy at its annual convention and trade show May 19-23 in Hershey, Pa.

Understanding barometric dampers

Controlling boiler draft saves heat and reduces operating costs

Ray Wohlfarth

January 15, 2013

One of the most misunderstood components inside a boiler room is the barometric damper, which is used to control the draft inside a boiler.

Clog detector

January 15, 2013

The CleanAlert FILTERSCAN air filter clog detector monitors differential pressure in an HVAC system and provides visual, audible and remote alerts when a filter needs servicing

Venting system

January 15, 2013

The SDC is a complete engineered venting system that maintains consistent flue pressure for hot-water appliances within the parameters of the manufacturers’ requirements