Plumbing & Mechanical Top Stories

Training the new generation of plumbers and HVAC techs

Nadia Askar

August 24, 2016

It has been said for many years now, by many companies, that it is hard to find skilled employees.

The rise of cost-effective geothermal systems

Geothermal heat pump systems have been growing in use since first being deployed successfully in the 1970s.

Mark Stimson

August 23, 2016

New partnerships give options to offset the initial investment of geothermal HVAC.

A lesson about PERT: Matching the appropriate materials to the proper application

The use of PERT materials provides flexibility and ease of installation for the application.

Nadia Askar

August 23, 2016

Polyethylene raised temperature-type materials have been used successfully in domestic hot and cold water piping systems for more than 20 years, and in application areas such as radiant underfloor heating and radiator connections, states a Dow Chemical report.

PM's 2016 Mechanical Contractor of the Year: BMWC Constructors

Not many leaders of mechanical contracting firms can say they are still working for the same company they started at after college.

Kelly Faloon

August 12, 2016

Indianapolis-based BMWC Constructors fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation to propel it into the future.

Truck of the Month: Petri Plumbing and Heating, Brooklyn, N.Y.

Evolving through the generations at Petri Plumbing and Heating.

Nadia Askar

July 26, 2016

Six years ago, he got the company involved in Green Plumbers USA because of his belief in the green initiative in plumbing.

Grow more skilled hydronics professionals

Homeowners choose hydronic heating because they’re looking for a level of comfort they can’t achieve with forced-air systems.

Dennis Bellanti

July 26, 2016

An investment in the right training is an investment in your company’s future.

PM Profile: BrassCraft’s Rick Mejia, Pete Kattula and Jennifer Burke

Recognizing the complexity of the professional plumber’s buying decision.

Mike Miazga

July 25, 2016

BrassCraft continues to focus on innovative ways to help its customers.

Is a grinder pump the right solution for the job?

Since 2009, wastewater treatment officials across the country have seen a rising tide of sewer backups, pump break downs and overflows caused by sanitary wipes

Nadia Askar

July 21, 2016

Since 2009, wastewater treatment officials across the country have seen a rising tide of sewer backups, pump break downs and overflows caused by sanitary wipes