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In the May 2020 issue of Plumbing & Mechanical, we check out what’s new in leak detection and prevention, discover what trends are influencing water heater technology and examine flood protection and testing in backflow prevention.

Backflow Devices

New technologies in backflow prevention — Flood protection and testing

Backflow preventers make their way into the connected world.

Cameron Rapoport

May 8, 2020

When it comes to emerging technologies — both hardware, and digital technologies — it’s likely that backflow isn’t the first thing to come to your mind.

Main Level

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Radiant heating system solves comfort problems twice over

Residential installation leads to another hydronic project for same customer.

May 15, 2020

The Belanus residence was started in 2013. Our company, Arndt & Son Plumbing, began our work in June 2013, and completed the project in December 2014.

Fort Lewis College West Hall

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

REHAU radiant heating and cooling systems contribute to increased comfort in student housing projects

The hydronic system maintains the spaces at even, comfortable temperatures while using less energy than traditional forced-air systems.

May 11, 2020

When I was in college, I learned some of the worst practices for thermal comfort in the residence hall.

Climate Mats Rolled Out Prior to Concrete Pour

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Installers find huge time savings with Climate Mat

Radiant system serves nearly 200,000 square feet of California Military Department building.

May 4, 2020

With an installation area of nearly 200,000 square feet, Viega Climate Mat is having a huge impact on a large job near Sacramento, California.

PM Profile: MCAA President Brian Helm

Global pandemic cancels events; MCAA retains 2019 officers for 2020.

Nicole krawcke

May 15, 2020

MCAA’s spring meeting and conference schedule screeched to a halt this year, much like many other contractor organizations in the industry, with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Thermostat

The safest way to prevent hot water scalding

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

May 14, 2020

Preventing scalding is indeed something that requires serious consideration.

OHC Cares

Oil Heat Cares Helps Those in Need to Stay Warm

OESP members donate equipment and installations.

May 13, 2020

Most homeowners don’t think about their heating system until something goes wrong. And when that happens, it can be a huge financial burden — one they may not be able to afford. Thankfully, organizations like Oil Heat Cares exist to help in those types of situations.

FloLogic Install

Security and consumer peace of mind drive growth in leak detection market

Plumbing contractors can benefit with add-on sales of leak detection devices.

Nicole krawcke

May 13, 2020

Water leaks just may be a homeowner’s worst nightmare. While individual leaks may seem tiny, they can cause enormous damage.

Water Heaters

3 trends shaping water heater technology in 2020

Efficiency, connectivity and regulations influence water heater market.

May 6, 2020

This is an exciting time in the water heater industry.

Matt Michel

Matt Michel: 8 simple ways to fight the fear

We cannot and must not give in to fear.

Matt michel

May 11, 2020

The greatest challenge of the coronavirus is not the virus itself.

Les Nelsen

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Les Nelson: This too shall pass

May 18, 2020

It is a difficult time to be discussing the status of the radiant and hydronics industry (and for that matter the entire construction industry).

Kenny Chapman

Kenny Chapman: Culture is more important than ever

Company culture impacts growth, profitability and customer service.

Chapman

May 7, 2020

With all the uncertainty in the world over the last few months, many people are reflecting upon what’s truly important in their lives and businesses.

Nicole Krawcke

Nicole Krawcke: Contractors navigate COVID-19

Clear Seas Research shows how businesses are managing the pandemic.

Nicole krawcke

May 13, 2020

We are living in unprecedented times with a global pandemic that may have widespread repercussions on the world economy.

Al Levi

Al Levi: It was working when I left!

Watch your callback ratios.

200x200 7power blog

May 4, 2020

It was working when I left!”

Siggy

John Siegenthaler: Reducing radiator ratings

How to size panel radiators for low water temperatures.

Siegenthaler

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

May 13, 2020

Modern panel radiators are one of my favorite heat emitters.

Dan Holohan

Dan Holohan: How to set a pressuretrol

You won’t find this in the instructions.

Holohan

May 13, 2020

If you have a steam boiler you’re also going to have a pressuretrol.

Dave Yates

Dave Yates: From bourbon to hand sanitizer

Helping out in a time of need.

May 13, 2020

I was intrigued by a post on Facebook from Jason Barrett.

May Glitch

The Glitch and Fix: Hardware heavy

May 15, 2020

A client asks a heating contractor to set up a floor heating system for a new 7,500 square foot machine shop.

Latest News

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Technically-oriented project articles needed

May 1, 2020

If you would like to showcase your radiant project in the Radiant Comfort Report, we need to hear from you.

Latest News

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

RPA member Viega trains ASSE Standard 19210 hydronic certifications

May 1, 2020

Viega’s seminar centers in Bloomfield, Colorado and Nashua, New Hampshire, held training and examination sessions in January and February for the ASSE 19210 Hydronic Heating and Cooling Installer certification.

RPA

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

RPA at AHR 2020

May 1, 2020

The Radiant Professionals Alliance attended the AHR 2020 Expo in Orlando, Forida, Feb. 3-5, and in conjunction with the expo, hosted the RPA Reception at the Cuba Libre Restaurant and Rum Bar, where the biannual transfer of the 2020 Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence took place.

Tool Tips

Tool Tips: Toilet and sink water removal

May 14, 2020

The customer says there is water at the base of the toilet after flushing, which means you get to replace the wax seal.

Latest News

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Construction permitting and inspection today

May 1, 2020

Amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most significant impacts on construction businesses is the effect that personnel protection measures have had on construction permitting and inspections.

McCormick2

Plumbing industry rallies to help convert Chicago’s McCormick Place into COVID-19 field hospital

Convention center to serve as emergency facility to treat up to 3,000 patients.

Nicole krawcke

April 9, 2020

Construction for the first 500 beds was completed April 3, while the rest of the field hospital is expected to be finished by April 24.

Colepepper

Truck of the Month: Colepepper Plumbing & Drains

Colepepper Plumbing & Drains | San Diego, California

Nadia askar

May 14, 2020

A third generation plumber, Mitch Kenney started out working at his father’s company in Colorado, then branched out and tried a couple different entrepreneurial opportunities.

Energy Star

Bradford White earns 2020 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award

April 6, 2020

The ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award recognizes partner businesses and organizations in good standing that demonstrate superior leadership, innovation and commitment to environmental protection through energy efficiency and ENERGY STAR.

Uponor radiant mat

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Uponor radiant mat

May 13, 2020

A custom-designed, prefabricated, pre-pressurized network of Uponor crosslinked polyethylene (PEX-a) tubing, the Uponor Radiant Rollout Mat is the ideal solution for faster, more consistent installations for large commercial radiant heating and cooling applications — saving up to 85% in installation time, the company notes.

Aquatherm molded fittings

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Aquatherm molded fittings

April 13, 2020

Aquatherm molded fittings in 45s, 90s and tees are now available for its SDR 9, 11 and 17.6 product lines.

Viega Recirculation Balancing Valve

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Viega recirculation balancing valve

May 13, 2020

The automatic recirculation balancing valve ensures a balanced domestic water recirculation system by changing with conditions.

REHAU INSULPEX pre-insulated pipe

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

REHAU pre-insulated pipe

May 13, 2020

On projects that require hydronic distribution for heating/cooling, snow melting, geothermal, biomass and district energy management, REHAU INSULPEX pre-insulated pipe delivers convenience and energy-efficiency far beyond metal piping, the company says.

Balancing valve from Legend Valve

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Balancing valve from Legend Valve

May 13, 2020

The BLF-2 balancing valve allows for precise flow control to ensure efficient energy distribution to match the load of each zone in a hydronic heating or cooling system.

Caleffi pre-assembled radiant manifold

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Caleffi pre-assembled radiant manifold

May 13, 2020

Caleffi’s TwistFlow design allows for easy fingertip balancing.

Rheem combination boiler

Rheem combination boiler

May 15, 2020

Rheem’s Professional Prestige combination boiler is the latest innovation to the company’s high-efficiency tankless gas water heater lineup.

Warmboard comfort system

Warmboard comfort system

May 15, 2020

The Warmboard Comfort System bundles all the engineering, equipment and support needed for an ultra-accurate radiant floor heating system that can be installed quickly and efficiently by any general contractor or journeyman plumber, the company points out.

WarmlyYours snow melting kit

WarmlyYours snow melting kit

May 15, 2020

WarmlyYours’ complete snow melting kits contain an entire heating system for installation in outdoor surfaces such as driveways, walkways, accessibility ramps and patios to keep them free of ice and snow, the company states.

Taco high-efficiency circulator

Taco high-efficiency circulator

May 15, 2020

Taco Comfort Solutions expands its family of easy-to-use, high-efficiency ECM circulators with the addition of the 0034e and 0034ePlus models.

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2020 May

In the May 2020 issue of Plumbing & Mechanical, we check out what’s new in leak detection and prevention, discover what trends are influencing water heater technology and examine flood protection and testing in backflow prevention.

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