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Professional Plumbing Engineer Viewpoints | James Dipping

Lessons can be learned in difficult situations

Dealing with a blowhard.
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James Dipping
July 5, 2024

Encountering the Blowhard in any industry is common. I recently came across one and thought it was worth writing about.


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Heating Perceptions | Scott Secor

Not all employees work out

Word of mouth can work well for attracting new employees… until it doesn’t.
Scott Secor
Scott Secor
July 5, 2024

Most of the employees we hired on a full-time basis worked out quite well. Unfortunately, a few of them did not.


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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Discussing thread sealants with Oatey

Pipe dope.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
July 2, 2024

During the AHR Expo in Chicago, I met John O'Reilly at the Uponor booth. He mentioned that he represents Oatey, in addition to Uponor, and I'm interested in interviewing someone there about pipe dope and PTFE tape. John agreed to set me up with someone at Oatey.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

How organizational charts accelerate team efficiency

A game plan for success.
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Kenny Chapman
July 2, 2024

Our training at The Blue Collar Success Group focuses on three crucial areas: scorecards, processes, and organizational charts. These components are essential for clarity, motivation, and accountability. This month, we will focus on organizational charts.


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Bradford White announces the acquisition of Heat-flo

July 2, 2024

Heat-flo’s expansive heating system solutions and indirect stainless steel product portfolio will allow the company to expand its capabilities to meet the rapidly evolving regulatory environment in the water heater industry.


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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

'The ramifications of EPA’s revisions to WaterSense specifications

Changes to high-efficiency faucets and toilets aim to reduce water consumption.
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Misty Guard
July 1, 2024

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making changes to the voluntary WaterSense program for high-efficiency faucets and tank-type water closets (toilets) in 2024. These changes aim to promote water conservation and sustainability but may pose significant challenges for product manufacturers and the building industry.


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Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

Follow established piping layouts to prevent reverse thermosiphoning

Reversals revealed.
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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
July 1, 2024

Flow direction is crucial in hydronic systems. Most designs have a fixed flow direction, but there are situations where reversals can occur. It's important to address these proactively to ensure smooth operations.


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Primer applied

The risks associated with gas appliances are real

The need for acidic condensate neutralizers.
John Vastyan
June 24, 2024

Dave Yates, an expert in forensic plumbing and mechanical systems, emphasizes that in condensing appliances, the acidity of the condensate is linked to three main variables.


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Sonnhalter adds PHCC as new client

June 19, 2024

Sonnhalter is assisting PHCC’s overall marketing strategy and branding efforts for CONNECT 2024, including its creative, earned media, social media and influencer relations.


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Hydronic heating and cooling system in a Wisconsin university sports complex.

University's new sports complex benefits from hydronic heating and cooling system

Uponor PP-RCT offers a lightweight solution, promoting faster installation and jobsite safety.
Brooke Roberts
June 19, 2024

A western Wisconsin university chose a hydronic system with Uponor PP-RCT piping for their new sports complex to meet project scope, timelines, and space constraints.


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