October 2017 Issue | PM | Plumbing & Mechanical

Check out Plumbing & Mechanical's October 2017 issue, featuring our cover story on Industry members aid in rescue. Other features include Ara Mahdessian and Vahe Kuzoyan founded ServiceTitan eight years ago, Best Practices for installing sump pumps from contractors, for contractor, and much more.

Industry steps up to help during historic hurricanes

The historic and catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey devastated parts of southeast Texas and southwest Louisiana.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

October 17, 2017

Industry members aid in rescue, relief efforts after Hurricanes Harvey and Irma.

Top 5 boiler trends of 2017

The plumbing, heating and cooling industry has been undergoing a great deal of change over the past few years.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

October 18, 2017

These trends are driving the boiler and hydronic heating market leading into 2018.

The Glitch: Can you identify, describe, and propose a fix for several problems that are likely to develop with this system

Level-headed

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

October 24, 2017

An unpressurized outdoor wood-fired heater is installed to supply heat to fin-tube baseboard install in a two-story home.

Common pipe-joining methods

The piping industry is vast when one considers all the different systems, materials and joining methods that can be used.

Mike Feutz

October 26, 2017

Endless options exist, but there are resources that can help.

Tool Tips: Removing a push-on hose

October 26, 2017

Tool Tips—October 2017

Electric radiant heating on the rise

From floor warming to snow melting, electric radiant heating is growing in popularity.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

October 24, 2017

Retrofit opportunities grow as products become more customizable than ever.

Truck of the Month: The PAR Group, Lynbrook, N.Y.

Servicing New York City for 100 years.

Nadia Askar

October 23, 2017

PAR Plumbing, PAR Heating and Air Conditioning, PAR Fire Protection and PAR Green Solutions are autonomous business units.

Tips for installing sump pumps

When sump pumps break down basements can become flooded, resulting in damage.

Nadia Askar

October 17, 2017

Best practices for installing sump pumps from contractors, for contractors.

PM Profile: ServiceTitan's Ara Mahdessian and Vahe Kuzoyan

Following in their fathers’ footsteps at ServiceTitan.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

October 11, 2017

Ara Mahdessian and Vahe Kuzoyan founded ServiceTitan eight years ago.

What’s keeping you from closing more?

Adams Hudson

October 30, 2017

Don’t make these seven sales mistakes.

Why is the relief valve leaking?

Ray Wohlfarth

October 31, 2017

Not maintaining this valve could destroy the heating system.

Let the process do the work

Jim Hamilton

October 31, 2017

Consistency can help even the least skilled techs excel.

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

October 31, 2017

Life in Ghana: The search for water.

Should you add HVAC?

Matt Michel

October 30, 2017

Diversifying your business has its pros and cons.

Kenny Chapman

October 30, 2017

Does this business suck, or is it the best on the planet?

Stop procrastinating and get your project done

Al Levi

October 24, 2017

I knew my life would never get better until I finally wrote the manuals.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

October 24, 2017

It’s energy cost savings that really matter.

How diaphragm tanks came to be

Dan Holohan

October 25, 2017

Don’t let the tank fool you.

America’s return to global manufacturing leadership

Morris Beschloss

October 25, 2017

Energy independence, anti-dumping laws aid slow return to power.

Meeting the man, the myth, the legend, Frank Blau Jr.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

October 12, 2017

A mighty shoulder to stand on.

Empire Level celebrates commitment to growth

Milwaukee Tool invests $16 million in 3 years to strengthen subsidiary

September 29, 2017

Investments support plant upgrades, more than 150 new products and more than 80 new hires.

Winsupply opens four new locations

New locations brings total to nine companies opened so far in 2017

October 6, 2017

Each of four new presidents will run their own company under the Winsupply co-ownership business model.

T&S Brass hires sales director for Europe, Asia

Albrecht Roelandts will develop new markets in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Russia and India

October 5, 2017

Company hires Albrecht Roelandts to manage sales in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Russia and India.

ECR International hosts expo

Inaugural event attracts wholesalers, contractors and industry partners

October 4, 2017

This was the first event of its kind for ECR International.

Aquatherm North America hires area manager

Larry Hope will be responsible for managing the Alberta, Canada, area

October 3, 2017

Larry Hope has worked with the Aquatherm product line since 2006.

Bradford White introduces ‘For The Pro’ resource

Web-based program offers valuable marketing and practical application tools

October 2, 2017

For The Pro also provides access to a financing program offered by Fortiva.

Hilti named among ‘best companies to sell for’

Company finishes 21st out of 50 in the U.S.

September 30, 2017

Selling Power's annual rankings identify companies with the most to offer salespeople

IAPMO combines code development and standards departments

Move will improve efficiency of departments to better serve industry

October 1, 2017

Hugo Aguilar returns following a year-long stint as director of codes and standards for the ASA.

ServiceTitan supports Nexstar Legacy Foundation

Company matches donations to Troops to Trades, Explore the Trades programs

September 29, 2017

ServiceTitan has committed to a maximum donation of $50,000.

Plumber named among best careers without a 4-year degree

Most recent BLS estimates suggest growth outlook of 12% in the next eight years

September 11, 2017

Wage opportunities are also positive, with an annual median salary of $51,540.

PMI advocates for WaterSense, more on Capitol Hill

WaterSense, tax reform top industry list of concerns

September 28, 2017

PMI’s annual Executive Forum and Fly-In event helps industry leaders share concerns directly with legislators.

Nexstar Network developing NexTech Academy

The technical training program will provide one solution to the recruiting challenge facing the skilled trades

September 11, 2017

Nexstar has hired two technical training coaches to help develop curriculum and work with students in the program after launch.

WAGO North America names new president

Toby Thomann has been with WAGO for 23 years

September 30, 2017

Toby Thomann most recently served as WAGO's vice president of sales.

PHCC Educational Foundation awards $87,500 to 41 students

September 26, 2017

Students entering the plumbing or HVAC professions are eligible for scholarships.

PHCC members meet with White House staff

Participants discuss tax reform, infrastructure needs, workforce development

September 29, 2017

The group stressed that p-h-c industry leaders are eager to be an integral part of developing and implementing solutions.

Nexstar Super Meeting celebrates 25 years

Silver Gala helps mark quarter-century anniversary in Washington DC

Jen Anesi-Brombach

September 27, 2017

Nearly 750 Nexstar Network members participate in its annual Super Meeting.

ASSE International seeks input on commercial water treatment standard

The working group will develop the first complete water treatment standard for non-residential installations

September 11, 2017

The standard will also cover specific needs for use in food service applications.

AFSA announces award winners, personnel news

Organization recognizes Moore, Caputo and Davis

September 28, 2017

The organization announces two award winners and one new hire.

Service World Expo grows 50% in second year

Las Vegas event draws more than 1,000 to Las Vegas

Jen Anesi-Brombach

September 26, 2017

The third annual Service World Expo will be held in October 2018 at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.

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