Technology for Contractors - Articles - Page 41

Users can navigate the Product Selector page by searches based on any of the following criteria: brand of toilet; age of toilet; toilet tank number; type of part; or original part number.

Copper Development Association copper handbook mobile app

The Copper Development Association introduces the Copper Tube Handbook app that can be downloaded directly onto an iPad or smartphone and carried onto the jobsite.

August 15, 2014

The app can be downloaded through iTunes or Android Google Play.

RectorSeal online pump selection tool

The FastFind Pump Selector is a regularly updated, interactive, web-based ductless mini-split condensate pump selection tool for engineers, distributors and installers.

August 15, 2014

The website then leads the user to the pump’s specific webpage. It is compatible with all Internet-based devices.

Hydronic cooling for smaller buildings

Not just for skyscrapers.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

August 15, 2014

Hydronic cooling also works in smaller buildings.

Vacationing sans cell phone or laptop

The joy of unplugging

Kelly Faloon

August 15, 2014

For some, it’s too easy to let a job overtake what’s outside the job — family, friends, hobbies or vacations. And it’s not really a vacation if you’re constantly checking your smartphone for text messages or emails from work colleagues, clients or feature-interview subjects.