PM eNews Report

PHVAC experts look ahead in 2021

The dawning of a new year has PHVAC industry experts cautiously optimistic about new opportunities that lie ahead in 2021.

How specialty contractors can drive collaboration and project quality

No matter who you are, project management can be a challenge.

Geothermal, the model of environmentally-friendly

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, more than half (51%) of the energy used in U.S. homes is directly spent on just two end uses, heating and air-conditioning. As such, producing a comfortable temperature within your living space creates one of the biggest carbon footprints of our modern living environment.

Bridging the gap with virtual training

Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Zoeller’s state-of-the-art training facility, the Center for Excellence, has been drawing contractors, engineers and distributors in for product training over the past five years.

PMI wraps up successful virtual conference

Plumbing Manufacturers International held its first virtual PMI20 Manufacturing Success conference Nov. 10-12.

PM Profile: IAPMO’s Dave Viola

Last fall, IAPMO announced its CEO of 25 years, Russ Chaney, would be retiring at the end of the year, and former COO and Executive Vice President Dave Viola would succeed Chaney at the helm of the 95-year-old association.

Former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder charged in Flint water probe

Nine individuals have been indicted on a total of 42 counts related to a series of alleged actions and inactions that created the historic injustice of the Flint Water Crisis.

Bradford White completes purchase of Keltech line of tankless electric water heaters

The acquisition expands Bradford White’s portfolio of commercial and industrial electric products to help satisfy the needs of a broader customer base and better position them for the on-going adoption of electrification initiatives in communities throughout North America.

Al Levi: Distance learning works

I’ll admit it. I was skeptical that distance learning could be a worthwhile experience for service contractors.

John Siegenthaler: Chump change

Hydronic heating professionals often promote the concept that current generation mod/con boilers can operate with AFUEs in the range of 95% and above.

Dan Holohan: How vacuum can cause steam problems

Back in the old days when most folks burned coal, vacuum was just about everyone’s friend.

Kenny Chapman: 5 simple strategies for keeping team members around

As a leader, we have so many balls in the air; we might as well be professional clowns juggling chainsaws.

Dave Yates: Vented or vent-free gas logs and heaters

Remember the wall-vented, gas-fired space heaters with standing pilots?

Matt Michel: 29 things to post on social media

Sometimes plumbing contractors struggle with social media. What do you post?

Ray Wohlfarth: The importance of safety in mechanical rooms

An electrician walked into the equipment room to diagnose and repair an electrical problem in the school.

Codes Corner: The benefits of the UPC and Installation Standards

The Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) has a long history of providing useful information that is not offered by other model codes.

Jomar Valve butterfly valve

Jomar’s high-performance butterfly valves are built to handle all commercial and industrial needs.

Legend Valve underskink thermostatic mixing valve

The T-47NL compression-fitted thermostatic mixing valve blends hot and cold water to provide a safe and consistent water temperature in potable systems.

Caleffi thermostatic mixing valve

The Caleffi 520 series AngleMix thermostatic mixing valve features angled geometry that reduces costs as the domestic hot-water tank outlet is piped in-line with the valve’s mixed water outlet, requiring fewer fittings and less space, the company notes.