Kevin Freidt

Kevin Freidt is the director of project management and technical support for Caleffi North America. He has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, 30-plus years of experience in the commercial HVAC industry, LEED AP accreditation and is an ASPE member.

The DIRTMAG PRO separates both ferrous and non-ferrous debris

The gold standard: Protection from dissolved oxygen and debris in hydronic systems

Keeping hydronic systems healthy.

Kevin Freidt

March 21, 2022

Water is the life-blood of hydronic systems. Just as we strive to maintain the health of our own circulatory systems, it’s important to maintain the health of the water-based solutions that circulate through the hydronic systems we construct and maintain.

Water safety in DHW recirculation

5 things you need you know.

Kevin Freidt

June 14, 2021

Domestic hot water recirculation system design is a hot topic in our industry, for good reason.

Choosing the right balancing valve

Specify the right product for the project.

Kevin Freidt

January 13, 2021

Several different balancing valve technologies exist in today’s market; some are new and some have been around for decades.

The safest way to prevent hot water scalding

Scald protection should be planned and implemented properly in residential and commercial settings.

Kevin Freidt

May 14, 2020

Preventing scalding is indeed something that requires serious consideration.

Benefits of hot water recirculation

Add balancing valves for temperature consistency.

Kevin Freidt

May 21, 2014

Due to this source of wasted water and the significant potential in energy and resource savings in preventing it, a growing number of building codes are requiring hot water recirculation or pipe heating (such as electrical tape) to conserve water.

Kevin Freidt

ARTICLES

The gold standard: Protection from dissolved oxygen and debris in hydronic systems

Water safety in DHW recirculation

Choosing the right balancing valve

The safest way to prevent hot water scalding

Benefits of hot water recirculation

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