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New York City’s Local Law 97 requires buildings over 25,000 square feet, including houses of worship, to improve energy efficiency by 2025. Compliance involves 13 low-cost measures focused on heating and lighting, promising significant energy and financial savings.

Steel pipe has long been the standard for fire protection systems, but chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) is a safe, cost-effective alternative for Light Hazard applications. Despite its proven reliability, misconceptions about CPVC still exist.

A few examples of design approaches that a laboratory or research building may have to address potential contamination concerns within the building.

As businesses embrace sustainability, commercial heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) stand out as a smart investment. By utilizing ambient heat and optimizing energy use, these systems significantly cut operational costs and carbon emissions.

On Tuesday, February 18th, 2025, at 12 p.m. ET, participants will discover how advanced leak detection solutions can protect commercial and multi-family properties from costly water damage and minimize financial risk through seamless system integration.

As 2025 begins, it's a moment for renewal. In November 2024, ECHA and European authorities updated the REACH proposal to restrict PFAS, aiming to ban them while permitting temporary use until alternatives are available.

Air-to-water heat pumps, especially for larger systems, can be used in stages for efficient temperature control and flexibility, utilizing variable-speed compressors and specific piping setups to manage heating and cooling loads.

Keefer Rader of Outlaw Mechanical integrated hydronic heat pumps into a solar-powered home, using a dual-fuel system with U.S. Boiler Co.'s products to manage temperature needs and isolating oxygenated radiant loops with a heat exchanger, completing the retrofit in five days.

Product-neutral rraining and educational resources available for pumps and pump systems.

 

In this position, Li will be responsible for the implementation of fire protection solutions and strategies serving TEC clients in the Pacific Northwest region.