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Coverage of specific key market sectors.

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Plumbing News

The latest plumbing news, trends and new products.

Mechanical Systems

The latest news, trends and products for behind-the-wall systems.

Radiant & Hydronics

The information resource for contractors engaged in hydronic heating, radiant heating/cooling, geothermal heating/cooling, and solar thermal.


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The latest news, trends and equipment for solar hot water and geothermal heating/cooling systems.

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Bath & Kitchen Pro 2022 eBookThe latest bath and kitchen news, trends and new products.

The BNP Media Plumbing Group has compiled the latest bath and kitchen market insights in the second edition of the Bath & Kitchen Pro eBook.

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News, trends, codes and new products for the residential fire protection market.

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Blue Boiler

Dan Holohan: The importance of training and educating yourself on the equipment you work on

Magical thinking
Dan Holohan
Dan Holohan
June 2, 2023
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It was one of those days at HeatingHelp.com when the old guys had the floor. One of the regulars, a retired (and understandably crotchety) fella from Canada had this to say:


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manifold systems

John Siegenthaler: Extended manifold systems

Less tubing, less drilling, less fastening.
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
John Siegenthaler, P.E.
June 1, 2023
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Several years ago, I had the opportunity of visiting the Mostra Convegno Expocomfort show in Milan, Italy. It ranks right up there with the famous ISH show in Frankfurt, Germany, as a “bucket list” event for those who are passionate about hydronic heating and plumbing.


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glitch-fix-feature

The Glitch & The Fix: Upside down

May 29, 2023
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Take a look at Figures 1, 2a and 2b. What do they have in common? Can you think of some better ways to accommodate the flexible tubing?


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RainStick founders Alisha and Sean McFetridge.

PM Profile: Canadian company brings first-ever recirculating shower to U.S. market

RainStick Shower can save 80% water and energy with twice the flowrate of a common shower.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
May 26, 2023
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RainStick Shower co-founders Alisha McFetridge and Sean McFetridge share a longtime passion for water conservation. In 2019, the two began building the North American Market’s first water circulating shower. Supply House Times Chief Editor Natalie Forster sat down with Alisha McFetridge to dive into RainStick Shower’s backstory and plans for the future.


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NIBCO HQ

PM Profile: Behind the NIBCO-Matco-Norca acquisition

Q&A with leadership dives into future plans for both companies.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
May 24, 2023
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On Feb. 1, NIBCO announced it acquired Matco-Norca and its subsidiary SVF Flow Controls.
NIBCO Chairman Rex Martin stated, “This acquisition supports our strategic long-range goal of growth through acquisition, expanding our market reach and providing customers with access to a broader portfolio of products.This is an extraordinary time in NIBCO’s evolving history.”


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Snow-melt systems are common in Park City, Utah

Steering clear of snow

Elaborate system keeps driveway clean for Utah homeowner.
Thomas Renner
May 23, 2023
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The first snowflakes hit the ground in Park City, Utah, in late October, before a single peanut butter cup hit the bottom of the Halloween bag. The first snow of the 2022 season dumped 10 inches of fresh powder on the town on Oct. 23, giving skiers and winter sports enthusiasts an early start to their activities.


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Market District Apartments in Ohio City
CASE STUDY

Linear shower drain systems help deliver project on schedule

Long lead times on fiberglass shower pans lead to a last-minute design alternative.
Tom Stewart
May 22, 2023
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The new Market District Apartments in Ohio City will be located near the historic West Side Market, the oldest operating indoor/outdoor market space in Cleveland. Currently, the 13-story development is the largest sustainable, wood-constructed building in the country. Among other facilities, the new 385-unit structure encompasses a first-floor retail space, residential suites on floors two through seven and luxury penthouse suites on the ninth floor, as well as amenity space, including a large rental hall.


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ServiceTitan’s Chris Hunter

Inflation Reduction Act offers opportunities for plumbing contractors

ServiceTitan’s Chris Hunter discusses how contractors can grow their workforce and maximize existing labor to capitalize on opportunities presented by the IRA.
Nicole Krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
May 17, 2023
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ServiceTitan’s Chris Hunter discusses how contractors can grow their workforce and maximize existing labor to capitalize on opportunities presented by the IRA.


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Solar panels

The USHGC: Putting the pieces together

The 2021 USHGC is one tool to help ensure high-quality radiant installations.
Hugo Aguilar, P.E.
May 16, 2023
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The Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code (USHGC) includes provisions for alternative energy sources for the transfer of energy in a hydronic system for space heating and cooling, or for other purposes such as snow and ice melting.


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Wasilla Alaska
CASE STUDY

New Alaskan police station locks up heating efficiency and safety with PEX hydronic systems

Radiant heating and snow- and ice-melt system provide new station with safety and reliability.
Steve Cooper
May 15, 2023
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Opened in 2020, the new Wasilla police headquarters has the latest technology to supply heat and keep walkways free of ice — critical components where sub-zero temperatures and five feet of snow are common in the winter. Both the hydronic radiant heat system and the snow- and ice-melting (SIM) system consist of 5/8-inch diameter PEX barrier tubing installed in circuits in concrete slabs.


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Plumbing manufacturers proudly display products made in America

This month, while Americans everywhere celebrate Independence Day, the Plumbing & Mechanical team decided to highlight some of the many plumbing products made in the USA. The following 25 images were submitted by manufacturers proud to display their American-made products.

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