Plumbing & Mechanical Top Stories - Articles

John Siegenthaler: Flow x Pressure drop = Energy

Don’t waste it.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

February 6, 2020

Ask a heating pro about the energy used by the systems they design or install.

Legionella prevention, labor shortage top commercial plumbing trends

Industry collaboration is key to future success.

Nicole Krawcke

February 5, 2020

Variety is the spice of life. That proverb certainly holds true in the commercial plumbing industry thanks to many different product offerings and solutions available in today’s marketplace.

Al Levi: Loaves of bread, not slices

Get to know your financials and what the numbers mean.

Al Levi

February 5, 2020

I’ll admit it. I’m not a giant fan of reading financials and management reporting.

The Glitch and Fix: Mixed mode

January 27, 2020

An installer is trying to wire up a two-stage heat pump for heating and cooling operation.

John Siegenthaler to do FB live Q&A

January 22, 2020

On Tuesday, February 4, 2020, John Siegenthaler will be doing a live Facebook video answering questions from our readers.

Tool Tips: Good ears and a good flashlight

January 22, 2020

Leaking fixtures can waste a lot of water and money.

Truck of the Month: Third generation success story

Herman’s Plumbing | Midwest City, Oklahoma

Nicole Krawcke

January 20, 2020

Founded in 1961, Herman’s Plumbing has the distinction of being a thriving third-generation family-run business.

PM Profile: Milwaukee Tool

MX FUEL System tackles jobsite health concerns by reducing emissions, noise and vibration.

Nicole Krawcke

January 15, 2020

On Oct. 31, Milwaukee Tool announced its newest cordless line, the MX FUEL Equipment System.

Navien showcases South Korean facility

Engineers and reps gain better understanding of company’s manufacturing processes.

Nadia Askar

January 15, 2020

In September, Navien invited engineers and reps to learn more about its products and tour its Seotan Factory in South Korea.

Elkay celebrates 100 years

A look back at its history and onward to its future.

Nadia Askar

January 14, 2020

Elkay was founded in Chicago in 1920 by Chairman of the Board of Directors Ron Katz’s grandfather, Leopold Katz, a carpenter by trade, and Ellef Robarth, a tinsmith. They met while working for Litterer Brothers Mfg. Co., a company that supplied sinks. Together they founded Elkay (a mashup of their two names), bringing together their different experiences.