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2023 July

The July 2023 issue of Plumbing & Mechanical features the new tools to increase your plumbing efficiency and productivity, 10 best practices for installing heat pumps, and much more!

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PM 0723 Nicole Krawcke feature image
Editorial Opinion

Nicole Krawcke: Use exit interviews to strengthen your plumbing company

Improve your company processes and better your hiring process by gathering important information from employees on their way out.
Nicole Krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
July 13, 2023

In my years in the workforce, I’ve had jobs with amazing bosses and managers. On the flip side, I’ve also had terrible managers who made me question whether or not I wanted to stay in that organization.


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Guest Editorial | Water shortages series

David Ratfliff: Water shortage solutions

Part Three in a series exploring water shortages and possible solutions.
David Ratliff
July 12, 2023

There is no one solution to the issue of water shortages. If the discussion is about helping people get fresh water, most will initially think of water wells as the primary solution.


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Guest Editorial

Jay Egg and Kristy Egg: What the IRA provides for geothermal technologies

The federal government is providing tax incentives, grants and more to drive adoption of geothermal and other energy efficient technologies.
Kristy Egg Jay Egg
July 11, 2023

In 2009 under President Barack Obama, the economic stimulus package of 2009 was signed into law. Egg Geo was a regional engineering and contracting company in the southeastern United States with robust business in our central Florida offices.


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PM 0723 Matt Michel column feature

Matt Michel: What you should know about selling products made in the USA

Defining ‘made in America’ versus ‘made in the USA.’
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
July 10, 2023

A product with a "Made in America" label is not necessarily made in the United States. It could be made in Canada or Mexico. Do you want products made in America or the USA?


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0723 PM Dave Yates Column feature image

Dave Yates: Some friendly advice on toilet talk

Dave Yates
Dave Yates
July 7, 2023

Toilets are wonderful receptors for a wide variety of items. We've had many interesting calls regarding these clogged porcelain edifices of human waste removal devices. For instance...


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0723 PM Kenny Chapman main image

Kenny Chapman: The benefits of looking at adversity as an opportunity

Problems always hold solutions.
Kenny Chapman
Kenny Chapman
July 6, 2023

For business leaders in the plumbing contracting industry, it is crucial to understand that problems always hold solutions. Instead of shying away from them or seeking ways to avoid bumpy roads and obstacles, we should embrace challenges.


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PM 0723 Dan Holohan Column feature image

Dan Holohan: Do you prefer educated customers?

Contractors weigh in on customer education preferences.
Dan Holohan
Dan Holohan
July 5, 2023

Over the years, I've had many homeowners read my books and then write to tell me they knew more about their system than the contractors that came to their houses. This was particularly true when it came to steam heating.


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Column | John Siegenthaler

John Siegenthaler: Relays and switches — part one

The basics.
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
July 3, 2023

The basics of relays and switches - part one.


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Cover Story

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01 PM 0723 Plumbing Tools DCE210 A2 enlarged 780

New tools increase plumbing efficiency, productivity

Advancements in underground technologies offer plumbers additional revenue opportunities.
Nicole Krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
July 17, 2023

How does the saying go? “A man is only as good as the tools in his toolbox?”


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Feature Articles

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01 PM 0723 Geothermal feature image

IRA reduces cost barriers for geothermal heating and cooling

Tax credits, rebates and accelerated depreciation help make geothermal a more attractive option.
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Joe Parsons
July 26, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 has delivered good news in the form of federal income tax credits and accelerated depreciation deductions that help make geothermal a more attractive option.



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01 PM 0723 Tips CPVC pipes feature

Tips for installing and servicing CPVC pipes

Getting the most out of CPVC plumbing systems
Jonathan Simon
July 24, 2023

When installed properly and protected from incompatible chemicals, CPVC can deliver years of reliable service in even the most aggressive water conditions. Get tips on installing and servicing CPVC pipes.


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01 PM 0723 Heat Pumps 10 Best Practices

10 best practices for installing heat pumps

As heat pump adoption grows, plumbing contractors need to understand the basics of how to install and service products.
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David Rames
July 19, 2023

It is more important than ever for plumbing and HVAC contractors to understand best practices for seamless and easy heat pump installations, so here are 10 basics.


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01 PM 0723 Made in USA Legend 1

Plumbing manufacturers take pride in being ‘Made in the USA’

Following the pandemic, the US is seeing a resurgence in American manufacturing.
Nicole Krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
July 4, 2023

If there’s one thing Americans are known for it’s their national pride, and that includes products manufactured and made in the United States.


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New Products

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06 PM 0723 New Products Zurn
New Products & Literature

ZURN ELKAY WATER SOLUTIONS: Flush sensor retrofit kit

July 14, 2023

The EZ Flush Sensor Retrofit Kit features a durable, chrome-plated metal finish that is impact-resistant, deterring vandalism.


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New Products & Literature

U.S. BOILER CO.: Commercial boiler

July 13, 2023

U.S. Boiler announced its new Citadel and Citadel XL condensing boilers and volume water heaters.


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04 PM 0723 New Products NIBCO
New Products & Literature

NIBCO: Expansion tank service assembly

July 12, 2023

Webstone, a brand of NIBCO, announced its new Pro-Pal E-Tank Service Assembly.


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03 PM 0723 New Products HoldRite
New Products & Literature

HOLDRITE: Fixture outlet boxes

July 11, 2023

RWC launched HoldRite outlet boxes for washing machines and fixtures, like faucets and toilets, offering plumbers a streamlined installation process and a sleek final design.


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02 PM 0723 New Products Danfoss
New Products & Literature

DANFOSS: Thermostatic radiator valve operators

July 10, 2023

Danfoss Climate Solutions introduced a new product line of thermostatic radiator valve operators to meet the demands for greater energy efficiency, replacing the RA2000 series of valve-mounted thermostatic operators.


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01 PM 0723 New Products BrassCraft
New Products & Literature

BRASSCRAFT MFG CO.: PEX water stops

July 7, 2023

BrassCraft announced the launch of eight new multi-turn and quarter-turn cold expansion PEX water stops.


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04 PM 0723 Product Focus Watts
Product Focus | Radiant

SUNTOUCH: Electric Floor Warming Kits

July 6, 2023

SunTouch ConnectPlus WarmWire Kits makes for a simple electric floor warming installation. Provide heat to warm floors and help keep bathroom, kitchen and entryway floors dry and safe.


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03 PM 0723 Product Focus WarmlyYours
Product Focus | Radiant

WARMLYYOURS: Towel Bar Accessories

July 5, 2023

These towel bar accessories are meant to be paired with Ember radiant panel heaters (when installed vertically) to turn the devices into towel warmers as well as sources of supplemental heat.


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02 PM 0723 Product Focus REHAU
Product Focus | Radiant

REHAU: Manifold Connectors

July 4, 2023

REHAU’s proprietary compression-sleeve fitting technology expands with EVERLOC+ R-20 manifold connectors for hydronic applications. R-20 connectors support leak-free reliability in a one-piece assembly.


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01 PM 0723 Product Focus MrPEX
Product Focus | Radiant

MRPEX: Intelligent Control System

July 3, 2023

Integrated Dynamic Control (IDC) is a PC-based intelligent control system which delivers optimized comfort and maximized efficiency by coordinating HVAC, indoor air quality and hydronic systems in one control. 


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