May 2021 | PM Magazine

The May 2021 issue of Plumbing & Mechanical features how leak detection is becoming mainstream, post-pandemic commercial restroom design trends, and much more!

Leak Detection Becoming Mainstream

Plumbers should differentiate themselves in the marketplace by offering leak detection and prevention products.

Nicole Krawcke

May 10, 2021

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There’s nothing more traumatic for homeowners than discovering catastrophic damage to their homes.

DIGITAL MIXING: The solution for safe, consistent domestic water systems

Digital mixing supports consistent delivery of hot water on-demand wherever and whenever needed.

Kolyn Marshall

May 12, 2021

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Many older commercial facilities today, especially larger, multi-story facilities with plumbing and mechanical systems that may date back 10 or 20 years, have domestic water systems with a consistency problem.

Al Levi: New practices for COVID-19

Great testimonials help keep the phone ringing.

Al Levi

April 27, 2021

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There’s an ancient proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.

John Siegenthaler: A diversionary detail

Another circumstance where hydronic versatility adds value.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

April 27, 2021

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The heating output and coefficient of performance (COP) of any hydronic heat pump is very dependent on the water temperature leaving the heat pump’s condenser.

Dan Holohan: Frugal tools

Pay attention, these tools are tough.

Dan Holohan

April 28, 2021

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Who doesn’t like to talk about tools? I asked a bunch of my friends about the tools that live on in sweet memory as frugal tools — tools that were worth the investment.

Kenny Chapman: How to spark progress in yourself and your business

Become your own progress catalyst.

Kenny Chapman

April 29, 2021

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Complacency and comfort are the enemies of business and life, my friends.

Dave Yates: Immersed in your job

A leak detection investigation.

Dave Yates

April 30, 2021

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I knew my day was going sideways when it was going to be necessary to change into a bathing suit and get wet in the customer’s master bath in order to find out what was causing a leak into the basement.

Matt Michel: 9 ways to help your plumbing company stand out

Tips to differentiate yourself in the marketplace.

Matt Michel

May 3, 2021

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For consumers, one plumbing company looks pretty much like any other.

Codes Corner: Water efficiency is critical to creating sustainable and resilient communities

Model building codes and standards have already begun addressing this.

Jim Cika

May 4, 2021

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As the creation of sustainable and resilient buildings becomes a greater priority, especially over the past year, one critical component will be to ensure our buildings are water efficient.

Nicole Krawcke: Rise in remodel projects offers opportunity for plumbers

Average spending on projects rose to $13,138.

Nicole Krawcke

May 7, 2021

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It’s been more than a year since the world as we knew it drastically changed.

Heather Ripley: How charity can help your business and nonprofits

Giving back to your community can help create customer and employee loyalty.

Heather Ripley

May 6, 2021

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A question I am often asked is whether or not it is appropriate to publicize a company’s charitable giving.

U.S. Boiler Co. gas-adaptive combi-boiler

May 12, 2021

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U.S. Boiler Co.’s Alta Combi boiler, is a gas-adaptive combi-boiler with 10:1 turndown.

Dallas Specialty Mfg. closet flange

May 4, 2021

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Dallas Specialty Mfg. has a new easy repair closet flange that features a metal adjustable ring, a full-flow inside diameter and a secure seal with a 4-ribbed gasket.

Charlotte Pipe cast iron pipe and fittings system

May 4, 2021

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Charlotte Pipe’s Edge HP Iron is a specially coated cast-iron pipe and fittings system designed for aggressive DWV applications where enhanced protection may be needed, such as hospitals, casinos and commercial kitchens.

Craftmark pipe markers

May 5, 2021

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Craftmark SpecMark Snap On pipe markers are the standard of the industry when it comes to quickly and efficiently marking piping systems, the company notes.

Anaco-Husky no-hub coupling

May 5, 2021

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The Husky coupling has been engineered to provide a heavy-duty 316 stainless steel coupling for corrosive applications, balancing a more rigid joint with a superior positive seal, which can accommodate possible disparities in the no-hub pipe and fittings, Anaco-Husky explains.

Red-White Valve Corp. butterfly valves

May 6, 2021

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The Red-White Valve Corp. Series 937MESL/938 MESL butterfly valves manufactured by Red-White Valve Corp. are made with high-quality stainless steel discs and EPDM seat material.

Jomar Valve seated butterfly valves

May 6, 2021

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Jomar Valve’s resilient seated or 150 Class high-performance butterfly valves are built to last longer, Jomar notes.

Armstrong outdoor pumps

May 7, 2021

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Armstrong Fluid Technology’s Design Envelope pumps with permanent magnet motors are now available NEMA 4X/IP566 rated for outdoor installation.

Bell & Gossett air and sediment separator

May 7, 2021

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Bell & Gossett expands its CRS coalescing-style air and sediment separator product line.

Navien combi-boiler

May 10, 2021

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Navien’s new NCB-H condensing combi-boiler is packed with industry leading features, including the highest residential DHW Btu up to 210,000 per hour, cascade and common vent capabilities with NPE-2 tankless water heaters, advanced controls with intuitive display and the highest full lineup 2" vent length, up to 65', Navien notes.

AERCO tankless indirect water heater

May 10, 2021

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At 24" x 32", AERCO’s SmartPlate EV tankless indirect water heater features a sleek, compact footprint and incorporates simple, easy-to-understand, real-time, load tracking and responsive controls to maintain accurate hot water temperatures under diversified load patterns, AERCO notes.

Oatey Co. drain seal

May 11, 2021

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Oatey Co.’s updated Drain Seal blocks unwanted odors, sewer gases and insects from entering a building through a drain with an enhanced design that won’t restrict water flow or sacrifice performance, the company notes.

Raypak remote boiler monitoring

May 11, 2021

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Raypak’s Raymote app helps customers leverage the value of visibility by allowing them to remotely monitor Raypak commercial boilers, as well as water or pool heaters.