PM Profile: Viessmann's Dr. Michael Luz Viessmann sees opportunities for contractors who install high-efficiency equipment. Bob Miodonski October 24, 2014 Manufacturer will unveil new partner program, website and training initiatives.Read More
Alternate methods to pipe a buffer tank John Siegenthaler, P.E. October 22, 2014 Short operating cycles continue to be one of the chronic complaints with modern hydronic heat sources.Read More
Calculating heating measurements old school Cardboard apps. Dan Holohan October 22, 2014 Calculating measurements since 1867 — no battery or signal required.Read More
Slant/Fin promotes Dubin to chairman, CEO Adam Dubin joined Slant/Fin on a full-time basis in 1996. October 21, 2014 The company’s President Adam Dubin advanced to the position of chairman and CEO.Read More
Missing or misplaced hydronic equipment The Glitch and The Fix, October 2014 John Siegenthaler, P.E. October 20, 2014 An installer pipes up a system using a conventional gas-fired boiler to supply heat to a low-temperature radiant panel system.Read More
RPA announces lineup for upcoming Boiler Talk episodes The RPA is also looking for a permanent name for the show with a contest. October 6, 2014 “Boiler Talk” is a new Internet-based talk show co-hosted by Mark Eatherton and Dave Yates.Read More
Crown Boiler stainless-steel, condensing boiler September 25, 2014 Crown Boiler’s stainless-steel, condensing Phantom boiler fires at AFUEs up to 94% and features a water tube heat exchanger. Read More
A. O. Smith direct-vent gas water heater September 25, 2014 A. O. Smith’s ProMax direct-vent gas water heater, available in 40-, 50- and 75-gal. capacities Read More
American Standard Water Heaters Energy Star-certified water heater September 25, 2014 American Standard Water Heaters’ High Efficiency Series commercial and residential water heaters are now Energy Star-certified. Read More
Uponor PEX to CPVC adapter fittings September 25, 2014 Uponor’s ProPEX lead-free brass CPVC adapter fittings allow for transitioning from CPVC to PEX in hydronic distribution piping systems. Read More