https://www.pmmag.com/rss/6404-hydronic-technology en-us http://www.pmmag.com/articles/103356 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/103356-hydrosketch-software-now-available-with-single-user-license On Tuesday, February 4, 2020, John Siegenthaler will be doing a live Facebook video answering questions from our readers.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/102652 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 01:12:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/102652-john-siegenthaler-to-do-fb-live-qa Rinnai adds Samsung SmartThings to its suite of home automation technology to be showcased at IBS.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101882 Tue, 19 Feb 2019 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101882-rinnai-to-feature-home-automation-center-at-international-builders-show 0219Rinnai_HomeAutomation SmartThings from Samsung allows homeowners to connect their devices allowing for more convenience and control over their tankless water heater. Photo courtesy of Rinnai In the world of professional sports, few, if any, cities have seen as much change and exciting promise in the past 12 months as Las Vegas.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101735 Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101735-nhl-facility-scores-innovative-hot-water-system The 146,000 square-foot City National Arena The 146,000 square-foot City National Arena just outside Las Vegas features two ice rinks, a pro shop and a bar and grill. Navien NPE-240S tankless water-heater While the arena’s water-to-water heat-recovery equipment supplies preheated water for the building’s domestic hot water, the superheater only brings water up to a certain temperature, so designers specified a Navien NPE-240S tankless water-heater system to finish the task. Las Vegas’ City National Arena Las Vegas’ City National Arena held its grand opening in September 2017. When helping homeowners choose between tank-type and tankless water heaters for a specific application, it’s advisable to get an impartial recommendation from a manufacturer that offers both technologies.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101732 Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101732-tank-vs-tankless-water-heating-whats-the-right-choice It’s the latest to make the list of smart home devices that can control its line of tankless water heaters.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101715 Fri, 16 Nov 2018 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101715-rinnai-adds-google-home-integration 1118Rinnai_smart Controlling a unit’s temperature for comfort and convenience is the newest voice-enabled feature available for Google Home and Amazon Alexa. Long recognized in Europe and Asia as a major energy- and space-saving solution, tankless water heaters have begun to make significant inroads in the North American market.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101712 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101712-how-to-install-a-tankless-water-heater The type of tankless water heater The type of tankless water heater chosen for any given application will depend on incoming water temperatures and building use patterns. Photo credit: Christopher Beauchamp/Noritz Tankless water heaters Tankless water heaters can save users up to 40% on energy costs when compared with storage-tank options if properly installed. Photo credit: Christopher Beauchamp/Noritz Selling smart thermostats to the right customers can help contractors increase profits.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101449 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101449-upselling-smart-thermostats-for-hydronic-systems The BCC100 app allows the user to remotely control all of his or her thermostat’s settings The BCC100 app allows the user to remotely control all of his or her thermostat’s settings, adjust the schedule on-the-go, or set it to vacation mode to save energy. Photo credit: Bosch Thermotechnology The Bosch Connected Control’s full-color The Bosch Connected Control’s full-color, 5-inch display touchscreen allows easy scheduling to provide the most energy-efficient and comfortable temperature for your home. Photo credit: Bosch Thermotechnology The Internet of Things (IoT) and smart products have infiltrated the North American household The Internet of Things (IoT) and smart products have infiltrated the North American household, including the thermostat market. The Climate Control Zoning System II The Climate Control Zoning System II is a wireless control designed especially for residential hydronic radiant heating applications. The system, which consists of a base unit and wireless thermostats, communicates via radio link to provide energy-efficient comfort and precise temperature control for every room in a home. Photo credit: Uponor North America A shift in consumer demand for voice control across smart home devices A shift in consumer demand for voice control across smart home devices includes thermostats. Currently, Nest users can control their devices through Google Home and Amazon Echo integrations. Photo credit: Nest Labs The Invita WiFi thermostat from tekmar works with most types of heating and cooling systems The Invita WiFi thermostat from tekmar works with most types of heating and cooling systems; the Invita Connect app provides secure Wi-Fi adjustment and can send email notifications when there are problems with the HVAC system. Photo credit: tekmar, a Watts brand Bradford White seeks to improve the overall customer experience for those looking online for standard water heater replacements.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101206 Fri, 16 Feb 2018 08:59:17 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101206-bradford-white-servicewhale-partner-in-tech-venture http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101125 Thu, 18 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101125-goodbye-space-heaters-hello-new-boilers The 32-unit Diamondhead Apartment complex is located in Kingsford, Mich The 32-unit Diamondhead Apartment complex is located in Kingsford, Mich. Following complaints, owners began planning a heating system upgrade. The installation of the Weil-McLain Eco units The installation of the Weil-McLain Eco units required complete re-piping and removal of the old boiler systems. Instead of connecting the new units as zone valves Instead of connecting the new units as zone valves, installers configured the units with a more reliable pump design. The DOE ruling is delayed indefinitely, but new energy efficiency labeling is already in the works.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101112 Mon, 15 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101112-new-standard-woud-mandate-ecms-in-circulators new circulator pump energy efficiency The new circulator pump energy efficiency standards would “eliminate all split-capacitor motors, all induction motors, out of the marketplace,” Taco’s Mark Chaffee says. Photo credit: Taco Comfort Solutions A growing skills gap prompts radiant hydronic manufacturers to redesign their wares.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/101047 Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:01:00 -0500 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/101047-labor-saving-devices-aid-radiant-system-installers Labor-saving devices aid radiant system installers RIDGID’s MegaPress XL can make press connections on steel pipe up to 4 inches. Photo credit: RIDGID Caleffi's 116 Series ThermoSetter Caleffi's 116 Series ThermoSetter is a thermal balancing valve with direct temperature adjustment. It features dynamic self-balancing technology for domestic hot water recirc. Photo credit: Caleffi Uponor’s Radiant Rollout Mat Uponor’s Radiant Rollout Mat arrives on the job site in large rolls, ready to be unrolled and staked down. Photo credit: Uponor The SharkBite Radiant Heating Manifold The SharkBite Radiant Heating Manifold optimizes distribution of heating fluid throughout closed loop heating system circuits. The stainless steel manifold is built for durability and corrosion resistance, and it ensures flow to each circuit is regulated precisely while also controlling shut-off and allowing the venting of air from the system. Photo credit: Sharkbite Energy, safety and cost savings are critical factors to evaluate.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100840 Thu, 24 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100840-hydronic-vs-vrf---which-when-and-why ASHRAE headquarters in Atlanta ASHRAE headquarters in Atlanta. Photo credit: Xylem AWS Bell & Gossett Heat Exchanger This system includes a Bell & Gossett Heat Exchanger. Photo credit: Xylem AWS Newport Mansion in Rhode Island This hydronic system installed at the Newport Mansion in Rhode Island includes Bell & Gossett ecocirc XL circulator pumps. Photo credit: Xylem AWS Distribution/Pumping Energy Distribution/Pumping Energy. This graph compares the efficiency of VRF and hydronic systems. richard.mcnally@wattswater.com (Rich McNally) In a nutshell, hydronic snow-melt systems are all about heat transfer.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100834 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100834-its-all-about-heat-transfer At a firehouse project in Maryland At a firehouse project in Maryland, installers prepare for the installation of thousands of feet of Watts Radiant Onix tubing. Exact placement of the Onix tubing is color-coded at the firehouse project prior to installation. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies installation of thousands of feet of Watts Radiant Onix tubing At a firehouse project in Maryland, installers prepare for the installation of thousands of feet of Watts Radiant Onix tubing. Exact placement of the Onix tubing is color-coded at the firehouse project prior to installation. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies Installers in Missouri lay out and attach miles of Watts Radiant tubing The tekmar sensor is roughed-in The tekmar sensor is roughed-in. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies Radiant tubing is installed beneath the driveway of Vernon Radiant tubing is installed beneath the driveway of Vernon, British Columbia, Canada resident Don Gibbs. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies One of the Gibbs’ driveway’s snowmelt sensors is visible One of the Gibbs’ driveway’s snowmelt sensors is visible. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies The Gibbs’ driveway stays clear during a snowfall The Gibbs’ driveway stays clear during a snowfall. Photo credit: Watts Water Technologies Javier Jimena assumed his role on July 17, 2017, and is responsible for the USA business

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100778 Mon, 31 Jul 2017 10:15:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100778-spirax-sarco-names-javier-jimena-president-and-gm 0717WEB_SpiraxSarco_Jimena Javier Jimena assumed his role on July 17, 2017, and is responsible for the USA business of Spirax Sarco. Photo courtesy of Spirax Sarco Others operate on the forefront of innovation, constantly seeking to apply the latest solutions in an effort to deliver greater value to their customers.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100491 Mon, 17 Apr 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100491-contractor-replaces-cast-iron-boilers-with-new-technologies Victor Waskiewicz, president of JV Mechanical Contractors Victor Waskiewicz, president of JV Mechanical Contractors, works on installing Noritz’s CB Combi at a multifamily application in Massachusetts. The unit doubles as an energy-efficient boiler and tankless water heater. Photo credit: Frank Monkiewicz stands near four installed Noritz CB Combi units at a multifamily application in Massachusetts Victor Waskiewicz, president of JV Mechanical Contractors, stands near four installed Noritz CB Combi units at a multifamily application in Massachusetts. Photo credit: Frank Monkiewicz Poor water quality shortens hydronic equipment life span and reduces efficiency.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100448 Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100448-water-quality-makes-and-breaks-hydronic-systems Water quality makes — and breaks —hydronic systems Some boiler manufacturers may offer extended warranties to end users who take precautions to ensure high water quality, which could include installing a magnetic filter like the ADEY MagnaClean pictured here. Photo credit: ADEY Innovation LLP In boilers and water heaters, like the CB Series of Combi Boilers from Noritz pictured here In boilers and water heaters, like the CB Series of Combi Boilers from Noritz pictured here, poor water quality can lead to impaired heat transfer, leaks, and system failure. Photo credit: Noritz America Corp. PM columnist Ray Wohlfarth’s new book, “Lessons Learned: Brewing with Steam” will cover certain boiler topics.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98194 Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98194-lessons-learned-brewing-with-steam-by-ray-wohlfarth DeWalt’s new Press Tool is capable of pressing pipe fittings from 1/2” to 4” in copper and stainless-steel pipe.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98152 Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98152-dewalt-new-press-tool Caleffi’s 521 MixCal, 5213 and 5231 Series adjustable thermostatic mixing valves are used in residential and commercial systems.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98136 Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98136-caleffi-thermostatic-mixing-valves Prior to joining Viega, Evans worked in the wholesale, agency and manufacturing sectors for companies including Danfoss and Wilo.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98109 Tue, 02 Aug 2016 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98109-viega-promotes-mark-evans-to-director-of-north-american-sales 0816Viega_Evans Viega LLC promotes Mark Evans to director of North American sales. HeatSpring, in partnership with John Siegenthaler, P.E., and the SpacePak division of Mestek Corp., will soon launch a 5-week online course.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98108 Mon, 01 Aug 2016 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98108-siegenthaler-introduces-air-to-water-heat-pump-systems-online-course The expandable Grundfos UPZC series of zone controls manage circulator and boiler control in residential hydronic heating systems.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100109 Sat, 30 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100109-grundfos-hydronic-zone-controls At the push of a button, Navien’s HotButton accessory activates the internal recirculation pump and gas-fired burner to heat up the water in the supply lines.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/100108 Fri, 29 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/100108-navien-tankless-hot-water-recirculation askarn@bnpmedia.com (Nadia Askar) Six years ago, he got the company involved in Green Plumbers USA because of his belief in the green initiative in plumbing.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98096 Tue, 26 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98096-truck-of-the-month-petri-plumbing-and-heating-brooklyn-ny Truck of the Month: Petri Plumbing and Heating, Brooklyn, N.Y. Petri Plumbing & Heating started in 1906 in Brooklyn, N.Y. Photo credit: Petri Plumbing & Heating An investment in the right training is an investment in your company’s future.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98095 Tue, 26 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98095-grow-more-skilled-hydronics-professionals PM0716_hydronics-training-1 Classroom training on various hydronic heating topics are available from manufacturers and distributors. Information on classes, such as descriptions and schedules, can be found online. Photo credit: Ferguson PM0716_hydronics-training-2 Hands-on training allows installation and service contractors to learn about various hydronic technologies — such as boilers, tankless water heaters, pumps — in order to troubleshoot hydronic systems on the job. Photo credit: Ferguson Home-Flex is now offering stainless-steel water-heater connectors.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98088 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98088-home-flex-water-heater-connectors Raypak’s XPakFT has a stainless-steel, fire-tube heat exchanger design which allows for a broader range of flow rates.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98080 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98080-raypak-high-efficiency-commercial-boiler Noritz’s CB Boiler allows consumers who use hydronic heating in their homes to install one water-heating appliance.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98079 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98079-nortiz-residential-combi-boiler Dunkirk’s DWB Series is ideal for heating-only or combination heating and domestic hot water applications

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/98078 Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/98078-dunkirk-multifamily-modulating-boiler