History of Plumbing
Greatest Plumbing & Heating Inventions
People take for granted devices such as the T&P valve, kitchen disposal, flush toilet and so many of our industry's other useful gadgets that have made lives safer, healthier, more comfortable and convenient.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1993
Thomas Crapper: Myth and Reality
The debate over who Thomas Crapper was — or even if there was a Thomas Crapper at all — continues.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1993
Editorial: The History of Plumbing & Its Meaning Today
American plumbers have accomplished more in two centuries than the Romans did in 10.
c Plumbing & Mechanical 1988
Greatest Plumbing & Heating Inventions(1900-1950)
The nature of plumbing is such that its most clever innovations usually are obscure to the public eye.
c Plumbing & Mechanical 1991
Greatest Plumbing & Heating Inventions (Prior to1975)
The essence of plumbing is its mechanical genius.
c Plumbing & Mechanical 1992
Reflections From The Past
People commonly misconstrue the work of a writer/historian.
c Plumbing & Mechanical 1992
The Men That Made The Water Closet
Plumbers have given way to scientists as modern inventors.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1994
The Men Who Built Boilers
These are the Dead Men that PM columnist Dan Holohan holds in high esteem.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1994
Living Legends: The History Of Our Nation’s Oldest Plumbing Companies
Plumbing and mechanical contracting companies have been the birthright of generations.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1995
The Evolution Of Industry Terminology
One of the legacies of the old Trade Extension Bureau that remains alive today was its effort to standardize industry vocabulary.
© Plumbing & Mechanical 1993
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2009 Hydronics Know How II CD
Virtual encyclopedia on modern hydronic systems.
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