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01 RCR 2023 Winter REHAU Underground University of Chicago North Residence Commons
Radiant Comfort Report 2023 Winter Edition

The underground movement toward radiant cooling and future-proof building

Best practices for incorporating radiant cooling systems.
Skip Daugherty Jeff Schneider Johnny Modica
November 8, 2023

Radiant heating and cooling systems are not new to the North American market, but there’s a strong trend toward incorporating both, especially for tightly controlled environments such as commercial spaces.


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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Ruby’s Inn wins national PERC award

The historic inn relies on a clean energy that is good for its customers and the environment — propane.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
November 8, 2023

Ruby’s Inn was awarded with an Energy for Everyone Hero Award by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).


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PM Engineer 2023 Mechanical Engineer of the Year: Jonathan Cristino

AHA Consulting Engineers’ Jonathan Cristino has taken the lead in meeting decarbonization and electrification goals for new and existing buildings.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 7, 2023

Jonathan Cristino's knowledge and experience in new heat pump technologies, and his willingness to explore sustainable engineering designs and practices has earned him the distinction of being named PM Engineer’s 2023 Mechanical Engineer of the Year.


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Work trucks — the mobile workshop enhancing efficiency and productivity for plumbing contractors

Trends and solutions for contractor fleet vehicles.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 7, 2023

Whether a contractor has three employees or 300, one of the keys to success is a properly outfitted truck, that not only enable contractors to work efficiently but also contribute to a professional image.


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Strategic Plumbing Insights | Christoph Lohr

Plumbing science research trends

Emerging trends in plumbing science.
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Christoph Lohr
November 6, 2023

In my last column, I focused on talking about how engineered plumbing systems were at a crossroads. This month, I would like to discuss some of the emerging trends in plumbing science.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Unlocking your potential

Mindful leadership in contracting.
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Kenny Chapman
November 6, 2023

A productive and positive state of mind and being is more important than ever.


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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

The 411 on the Benefits and Requirements of Assistive Tables

The IAPMO technical subcommittee is currently working on an assistive table product standard, IAPMO Z1390.
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Misty Guard
November 3, 2023

Have you heard of assistive tables? Over the past few years, this plumbing product has been a hot topic in proposed legislation, code development, and standard development.


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Heating Help | Dan Holohan

An important skill for teaching tradespeople

How to explain things
Dan Holohan
November 3, 2023

Kids have a way of dragging us old folks back in time. My grandson, Brendan put me back on the road, 40 years ago, when I was spending most of my time teaching tradespeople about the joys of steam and hot-water heating.


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PM 1123 Radiant Comfort Report Executive Column, Hugo Aguilar, director of technical services and research, IAPMO, and technical liaison for the RPA.
Executive’s Column | Hugo Aguilar, P.E.

There has never been a better time to join the RPA

What's new with the RPA
Hugo Aguilar P.E.
Hugo Aguilar, P.E.
November 3, 2023

There has never been a better time to be part of the RPA. If you are not a member, you should join.


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01 PM 1123 CLMN John Siegenthaler
Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

What’s possible with hydronics and heat pumps?

Combined elements — part two
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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
November 1, 2023

Last month, we began discussing the HVAC system installed at my church’s newly-constructed parsonage. In this month’s column, we’ll complete the picture.


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