2023 November

Editorial Opinion | Nicole Krawcke

Get creative to attract and retain top talent

Strategies for plumbing and HVAC contractors should consider to make themselves standout.

November 15, 2023

Plumbing and HVAC contractors need to market themselves to potential employees just like they market to their customers.

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Serving Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

9 ways to out-recruit the competition

Best practices for recruiting new employees.

Matt Michel

November 9, 2023

It only takes a little effort to out-recruit the competition. Here are nine ways to become a better recruiter.

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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Ruby’s Inn wins national PERC award

The historic inn relies on a clean energy that is good for its customers and the environment — propane.

Dave Yates

November 8, 2023

Ruby’s Inn was awarded with an Energy for Everyone Hero Award by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC).

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Heating Help | Dan Holohan

An important skill for teaching tradespeople

How to explain things

Dan Holohan

November 3, 2023

Kids have a way of dragging us old folks back in time. My grandson, Brendan put me back on the road, 40 years ago, when I was spending most of my time teaching tradespeople about the joys of steam and hot-water heating.

Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

What’s possible with hydronics and heat pumps?

Combined elements — part two

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

November 1, 2023

Last month, we began discussing the HVAC system installed at my church’s newly-constructed parsonage. In this month’s column, we’ll complete the picture.

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Work trucks — the mobile workshop enhancing efficiency and productivity for plumbing contractors

Trends and solutions for contractor fleet vehicles.

Nicole Krawcke

November 7, 2023

Whether a contractor has three employees or 300, one of the keys to success is a properly outfitted truck, that not only enable contractors to work efficiently but also contribute to a professional image.

PM Profile

Mechanical contractors need to embrace new technology or get left behind

Nicole Krawcke

November 22, 2023

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke spoke with Chad Salge, vice president of virtual design and engineering at The Brandt Companies about its digital transformation journey.

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Florida contractor values speed, performance in pipeline inspection tools

Daniel Kuzmick outfitted his service vans with Milwaukee Tool’s M18 Modular Pipeline Inspection System.

Alex Boll

November 20, 2023

To stay up-to-date on the latest technology and provide the best services to his clients, Daniel Kuzmick, owner and plumber of Main Drain Plumbing made the shift to Milwaukee Tools.

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How to size a residential tankless water heater in 3 easy steps

Properly sizing your tankless water heater maximizes the full potential of your unit, efficiently meeting the full range of household demands.

Ryan Simmerman

November 16, 2023

Determining the correctly sized tankless water heater for a home can be completed with three easy steps.

New Products

Xylem launches e-80SCXL vertical in-line centrifugal pump

November 10, 2023

Ideal for higher flow and head applications, the e-80SCXL features several seal options and the addition of 10 large in-line pumps.

New Products

Watts Water Technologies announces freeze-sensing technology on Series 900 pressure vacuum breaker backflow preventers

November 9, 2023

Preinstalled, connection-capable freeze sensors will now come standard on 1”, 1 1/4”, 1 1/2”, and 2” Watts Series 800 pressure vacuum breaker backflow preventers.

New Products

Taco Comfort Solutions announces 0034e and 0034e-Plus high-efficiency ECM circulators

November 8, 2023

With a maximum of 34 feet of head and 50 gpm, the new 0034e and 0034ePlus high-efficiency ECM circulators offer up to 85% energy savings over a conventional circulator.

New Products

Leak Defense announces jobsite leak detection system

November 7, 2023

BuildAlert enables the ability to automatically turn off water in the event of a leak — both during and after working hours.

New Products

LAARS launches FT Series light commercial boilers

November 6, 2023

The new FT Series light commercial boilers are available in 301 and 399 MBH sizes.

New Products

Bell & Gossett announces TECHNOFORCE e-MTV packaged booster system

November 3, 2023

Bell & Gossett’s newest TECHNOFORCE e-MTV Packaged System offers standout efficiency from installation to operation, all while delivering overall lower costs, the company says.

The biannual Radiant Comfort Report highlights the latest technology, products and training for radiant heating/cooling professionals.

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Radiant Comfort Report | New Products

Viega releases Hydronic Mixing Block mixing device and boiler control

November 14, 2023

Viega’s Hydronic Mixing Block is a mixing device and boiler control with a built-in circulator and microcontroller.

Radiant Comfort Report | New Products

NextGen Boiler announces electric boiler

November 13, 2023

The NextGen Boiler is a hydronic appliance that when installed, allows the homeowner to have peace of mind about their radiant heat applications.

Radiant Comfort Report | New Products

MrPEX announces Integrated Dynamic Control system

November 10, 2023

MrPEX’s Integrated Dynamic Control (IDC) is a PC-based intelligent control system which delivers optimized comfort and maximized efficiency.

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Radiant Comfort Report 2023 Winter Edition

New Hampshire home turns to hydronics

Elaborate system includes 13 zones, 5-ton heat pump and room comfort sensors.

Thomas Renner

November 14, 2023

A home in New Hampshire offers a glimpse of how the landscape might be changing within the next decade.

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Radiant Comfort Report 2023 Winter Edition

A radiant revolution: Innovations illuminating the future of hydronics

John Mullen

November 10, 2023

Within the halls of our recent meetings, the RPA community witnessed a defining moment. Committees were not just formed; they were crafted as engines of change.

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Radiant Comfort Report 2023 Winter Edition

The underground movement toward radiant cooling and future-proof building

Best practices for incorporating radiant cooling systems.

Skip Daugherty Jeff Schneider Johnny Modica

November 8, 2023

Radiant heating and cooling systems are not new to the North American market, but there’s a strong trend toward incorporating both, especially for tightly controlled environments such as commercial spaces.