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Proper water heater sizing in any application hinges primarily on user consumption within a given period. That much is probably obvious, even to someone who has never sized a water heater. What complicates matters, especially in a large commercial application, is the cadence of that usage.

Eye candy would best describe many of the products on display at the great AHR Exposition recently held in Orlando Florida’s Convention Center.

Commercial buildings, like homes, face risks from fire, flooding, and severe weather. Property owners and managers should recognize these threats but not be overwhelmed—proactive measures can significantly reduce risks and ensure peace of mind for everyone.

When the system was operated, the owner complained of flow problems. The heat emitters in any given zone were only marginally warmed when their associated zone circulator was operating. The owner questioned if another circulator should be installed.

In a recent whitepaper written by Dr. Janet Stout and Abraham Cullom of the Special Pathogens lab – both legionella experts – it’s reported that legionaires disseas is on the rise, particularly in the healthcare setting. Cliamte change, aging infrastrcuturem increasing population are all identified factors that increase legionella cases.

Walking into the bathroom of my childhood home, I recall spilling my mom’s dark red nail polish on the white tile floor. Sitting on the edge of the bathtub, I held the flashlight for my dad while he fixed a leaky pipe under the sink.

From smarter water heaters and valves to AI-powered diagnostics and real-time energy optimization, the future of plumbing is here —and it’s connected.

As electrification reshapes the HVAC market, hydronic-based heating and cooling systems stand ready to offer many design and performance benefits. One of them is the potential for thermal storage. After all, water is one of the best materials on earth for storing sensible heat.

I suspect manufacturers have had annual price increases since they began producing the items we need. So far this week we have been informed by one of our suppliers that the condensing boiler we use most often is going up by six percent.

The demand for smarter, cleaner, and more efficient fire protection solutions is growing, especially for hospitals and data centers. Fire protection engineers, contractors, and manufacturers must stay updated on changing regulations, fire codes, market needs, and new technologies.