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Discipline Starts With A Capital 'D'
Paul Ridilla

Paul Ridilla
April 30, 2002
Discipline can be accomplished without resentment if you initiate proper procedures.
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The Drainage Piping Dilemma
Julius Ballanco, PE

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
April 30, 2002
The new breed of super flushers are out-performing the drainage system.
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Toxic Mold Hysteria
Jim Olsztynski

Jim Olsztynski
April 30, 2002
Plumbing contractors are at particular risk in the latest trial lawyer scam.
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You're Not The Only One
Alan Levi

April 30, 2002
Resist the temptation to do it yourself. Learn to lead.
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Who Are Your Best Techs?
Maurice Maio

Maurice Maio
April 30, 2002
Performance appraisal for technicians.
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Questionable Conduct
John Siegenthaler

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
April 30, 2002
Estimates of how different tubing materials can affect the thermal performance of a radiant slab.
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Getting Real
Jim Olsztynski

Jim Olsztynski
April 1, 2002
Events may have jolted people into an appreciation for genuine value, and that's good news for our industry.
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Letters To The Editor - April 2002

April 1, 2002
Send your letters to the editor to pmmag@enteract.com, or visit our Feedback page.
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Let Bygones Be Bygones
Paul Ridilla

Paul Ridilla
April 1, 2002
Don't let the past stop you from looking at opportunities today.
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Neat & Orderly Pays Dividends
Maurice Maio

Maurice Maio
March 29, 2002
A messy office has a negative effect on your image.
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