PM eNews Report

Design & Construction Week, AHR Expo offer countless educational opportunities

With the start of a new year so begins a new tradeshow season, first kicking off with Design and Construction Week, held Jan. 21-23, in Las Vegas, followed by the AHR Expo, held Feb. 3-5, in Orlando, Florida

New high efficiency condensing boilers revitalize first residential conversion in Calgary

A construction project in Calgary, Canada, called Cube, features several firsts. It’s the city’s first office-to-residential space conversion, and real estate developer Strategic Group’s first re-purposing project.

Navien showcases South Korean facility

In September, Navien invited engineers and reps to learn more about its products and tour its Seotan Factory in South Korea.

Elkay celebrates 100 years

Elkay was founded in Chicago in 1920 by Chairman of the Board of Directors Ron Katz’s grandfather, Leopold Katz, a carpenter by trade, and Ellef Robarth, a tinsmith. They met while working for Litterer Brothers Mfg. Co., a company that supplied sinks. Together they founded Elkay (a mashup of their two names), bringing together their different experiences.

Milwaukee Tool releases new line of cordless light equipment

PM sat down with Andrew Plowman, vice president of product management for Milwaukee Tool to get some more insight on the six new products being introduced.

Xylem study analyzes life-cycle cost of HVAC systems

To compare and contrast HVAC systems according to their 30-year life-cycle cost analysis, the Xylem study analyzed seven elementary and middle schools located in South Carolina Climate Zone 3A, a humid, warm climate.

Plastics Pipe Institute new president David Fink

New president announced for PPI

The Plastics Pipe Institute named its new president and executive director effective at the end of January 2020.

Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing expands into Texas with acquisition of Will’s All Pro Plumbing & Air Conditioning

Goettl will continue providing plumbing services under the Will’s All Pro name and will introduce the Goettl Air Conditioning brand to San Antonio and surrounding markets in the first quarter of 2020.

Al Levi: 10 things to think about company culture

One of the nice things about my job is I’m usually busy. I like when I look up at the end of the day and see that the day has flown by.

John Siegenthaler: Mixed emitters

One of the benefits of modern hydronic heating is the ability to use multiple types of heat emitters in the same system.

Dan Holohan: Disassembly required

It’s a good price and they’ll assemble it for us,” The Lovely Marianne looked up from her iPad and nodded. “This is a good deal.

Kenny Chapman: How sales skills solve your biggest challenges

As we move into a new decade, most of us are focused on how to continue to grow our companies, implement new strategies and ideas, and stay ahead in an ever-changing world of technology and innovation.

Dave Yates: The Christmas turkey and the drain snake

Forty-eight years ago, I learned a valuable lesson as a plumbing apprentice.

Matt Michel: 6 reasons plumbers struggle

As long as you have a license, starting a plumbing company is easy. Succeeding, on the other hand, is not.

Justin Jacobs: Does your direct mail marketing need a touch-up?

Direct mail hits on the high points that anyone would want from an effective marketing campaign: Print builds trust more easily than digital ads.

Nicole Krawcke: Managing productivity in the digital age

I’ve always liked the month of January because it brings a fresh start to a new year. This time of year is filled with hope and optimism for a better year than the previous one.

HoldRite inline testing system

HoldRite’s TestRite DWV Inline Testing Systems are easy to install in all building types and helps keep contractors and job sites safe and dry.

Caleffi electronic mixing valve

The LEGIOMIX Master Mixing Valve for commercial domestic hot water is now available with 2-1/2” ANSI 150 Class flanges for demands of 17 to 470 gpm and 3” ANSI 150 Class flanges for demands of 22 to 537 gpm.

Viega pipe fitting

Viega MegaPressG is the first press fitting system for carbon steel piping.

Bradford White tankless water heater

The Infiniti K Series delivers up to 0.96 UEF providing customers with an outstanding level of efficiency.

Moen dual-tone faucet

The Fusion series from Moen features mixed metals and finishes to allow designers and homeowners to achieve endless design options.

Gerber two-piece toilet

Gerber’s new Lemora collection features a two-piece toilet styled with clean lines and subtle arcs.

Hansgrohe bathroom faucet

Hansgrohe’s Joleena Collection provides stylish new bathroom faucets and accessories, shower components and kitchen faucets.

Elkay farmhouse sink

Elkay’s ADA Dual-depth Stainless Steel Farmhouse Sink is a first-of-its-kind product designed to comply with ADA guidelines when properly installed, the company says.