PM eNews Report

PHCCCONNECT2020 goes virtual

The show must go on — and it will — thanks to modern technology.

Opportunity knocks for hydronic heating industry

There have been numerous studies over the years touting all the benefits of hydronic heating systems, including improved comfort and energy efficiency.

Common misconceptions about plastic piping can complicate residential plumbing repairs

Lifestyle changes driven by the pandemic have kept many service plumbers especially busy over the previous months.

Safety and SIM: A hospital’s story

Safety and swiftness are paramount for those who work within emergency medicine.

How linear drains accommodate pandemic-driven bathroom design trends

As the Coronavirus crisis continues to unfold, revised standards in bathroom design are coming into play.

Milwaukee Tool continues to evolve in drain cleaning space

New M18 FUEL Sectional Machine for 5/8-inch and 7/8-inch Cable part of Milwaukee PIPELINE virtual new product series.

PM Profile: ICC's Dominic Sims

Plumbing & Mechanical recently had the chance to interview International Code Council CEO Dominic Sims about the current landscape for codes and standards and the plumbing industry overall.

Viega names new CEO

Viega has named Markus Brettschneider as its new CEO and President.

AL Levi: What if I train them and they leave?

One of the most common things I see when I begin my work with a new contracting client is the resistance to train employees.

John Siegenthaler: A persistent question

The versatility of modern hydronics technology allows designers to create systems that are “customized” to the needs — and constraints — of almost any building.

Dan Holohan: Sell what they ask for

Each year, on the day after Thanksgiving, we celebrate Black Friday.

Kenny Chapman: Build a team of “in-home experts”

Right now, there is a lot of confusion in the world. People don’t necessarily know which “experts” to trust or what to believe.

Dave Yates: ABS or PVC?

Forty-eight years ago, as a plumbing apprentice, we used ABS schedule 40 piping and fittings for DWV work.

Matt Michel: Stop plumbing now

Plumbing is what you do. It’s what you are good at. You are proud of that LMP designation, and should be. Now, it’s time to stop plumbing.

Codes Corner: COVID-19 measures; IAPMO codes and standards

Since 1926, IAPMO has protected the public’s health and safety through its codes and standards activities.

Lawrence Marley: Hydronic piping

The climate control systems in most commercial buildings have very little similarities to their residential counterparts.

Aquor Water Systems connect garden hoses

Aquor’s innovative V2+ hydrant allows users to connect garden hoses with a quarter-twist.

Hoeptner Perfected Products roof and yard hydrants

Hoeptner Perfected Products has been making patented commercial sanitary frost-free roof and yard hydrants for more than 30 years.

PRIER Products residential hydrant

The PRIER Products CoolTemp (P-114) offers the same level of quality components, unique design and performance as the TrueTemp (P-118).

Arrowhead Brass frost-proof hydrant

The Champion-Arrowhead, Arrowhead Brass 480 series self-draining anti-siphon frost-proof hydrant is made from heavy-duty, lead-free brass and comes with a factory installed, fine-thread self-draining vacuum breaker that allows the hydrant to drain when shut off to prevent freezing.