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READ OUR BLOGS...WRITE OUR BLOGS
Be sure to read the latest entries on our blog, PME Perspectives, at WWW.PMENGINEER.COM.
In case you missed them, here's a couple to definitely check out...
<>What's Your Solar Potential?
by Jim
Camillo
<> I've Got The Bailout Blues
by Tim
Fausch
BE A BLOGGER!!
If you're a designer/engineer (in plumbing, piping, hydronics, or fire protection), why not consider writing a weekly, monthly or occasional blog for www.PMEngineer.com?
Share your opinions, insights and experiences with thousands of fellow professionals.
Interested? Let's talk about it. Call or email PME Editor Jim Camillo at 630-694-4011 or camilloj@bnpmedia.com and he'll get back to you pronto! |
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PRODUCT SHOWCASE: SOFFI-STEEL®
The Soffi-Steel® System is a custom-fitted, utility concealment shield for use in residential, commercial and institutional facilities nationwide. The Soffi-Steel® System covers exposed fire sprinklers, HVAC and plumbing, in addition to other utilities. Ideal for retrofits, renovations or new construction, the metal enclosure comes available in various gauges, finishes and dimensions. Soffi-Steel® is FM approved. For further information, contact:
Grice Engineering Inc.; 800-800-3213; www.soffisteel.com; email: marketing@soffisteel.net. |
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Water Worries
FMI Corp. believes water will become an increasingly important concern in our nation. In a recent Construction Outlook newsletter, construction economist Heather Jones says that a
ging infrastructure, population growth and net migration are fueling demand for new and replacement construction, especially in the Sunbelt and Rustbelt regions. She predicts water supply and sewage and waste disposal construction will increase by 2% and 3%, respectively, in 2008 and by 2% and 4%, respectively, in 2009 despite a decrease in state and federal revenues.
Solar Panels Installed on Vatican Roof 
Several solar panels have been installed on top of the papal audience hall at Vatican City, reports the Associated Press. The voltaic cells convert sunlight into electricity. In sunny Rome, engineers say the cells will produce enough electricity to illuminate, heat or cool the hall, which is used for weekly papal audiences during winter and other times of year when the weather is bad.
NFPA Begins $6 Million Endowment for Research Foundation
The National Fire Protection Association recently announced the establishment of a $6 million endowment for the Fire Protection Research Foundation. The Foundation, an affiliate of NFPA, is an independent nonprofit that plans, manages, and communicates consortium-funded research on a broad range of fire safety issues in collaboration with scientists and laboratories around the world. Research findings are also used by NFPA codes and standards technical committees as they develop new documents and update existing versions.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE NEXT MEC WEBINAR!!
The Application of Storage Tanks in Hydronic & Solar Thermal Systems
October 16 at 10am PT | 1pm ET
Presented by John Siegenthaler, P.E.
Register today for only $79!
This Webinar covers a wide range of tank applications and presents technical information on where the tanks are needed, how they are sized, and the best way to pipe them into specific systems. Although storage tanks have been part of some hydronic systems for years, this Webinar will present unique and state-of-the-art applications that will help define the future of hydronic and solar thermal systems.
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The Board of Directors of Sloan Valve Co. has voted Kirk Allen, James C. Allen, and Graham C. Allen
into the newly created office of the president. Charles S. Allen, who was president and CEO for the past 31 years, has been elected to the position of executive chairman.
Leonard Valve Co. has promoted Rick Cota [photo] to the
 position of vice president - director of technical services. Cota will be responsible for overall management of engineering, quality control and technical services, while retaining his current role [for the past six years] of Northeast and Canada Regional Sales Manager for an expected additional year.
Bradford White Corp. recently announced the promotion of Nicholas J. Giuffre to the position of president and COO. In his new post, Giuffre will be responsible for all corporate operating activities as well as the operation of Laars Heating Systems Co. and Bradford White Canada. Giuffre began his career with Bradford White in 1978. He has served as both a regional and national sales manager, vice president of sales and, most recently, executive vice president. |
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Out-of-the-Wall Support System for PEX-a
Uponor's
ProPEX Out-of-the-Wall Support System provides a complete solution for PEX-a plumbing systems. The system includes a plastic bend support that snaps into a mating, 18"-wide wall support bracket, offering secure mounting for ½" PEX from any angle. For ¾" PEX, an installer only needs the wall support bracket for straight-through access. To complete the system, the installer uses a flared plastic escutcheon to conceal the penetration and the ProPEX connection, which lies entirely outside the wall. |
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 Next Generation of Fill Valves
Fluidmaster makes the PRO 45AR and the PRO 45HR fill valves, which are engineered with special inserts that adjust the water refill rates specific to toilet models. If a fill rate is set too high, a flush can deliver too much water to the bowl, resulting in wasted water down the drain. If set too low, the fill rate may produce an incomplete flush and the need for an additional, water-wasting flush.
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All-Polymer Solar Hot Water System
FAFCO Inc.
introduces the SunGrabber, a lightweight, all-polymer, solar hot water system designed to reduce water heating bills by up to 50%. SunGrabber uses a proprietary differential temperature controller that works to control the pumping module and impedes the overheating or freezing of water in the polymer tubing. The SunGrabber is designed to work with any conventional residential hot water tank. The entire system fits in a single box and weighs just 70 pounds. |
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ASK THE EXPERT... AT PM ENGINEER MAGAZINE
Got a general question about plumbing, fire protection or hydronics?
Submit your question to camilloj@bnpmedia.com and we'll get it answered for you in a matter of days, or maybe even hours.
Please be sure to include your position within the plumbing industry [engineer, contractor or wholesaler] so we can forward it to the proper person. |
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Be Sure to Check Out the Latest Issue
of Bath & Kitchen Pro
Read the Fall 2008 issue of Bath & Kitchen Pro at www.bathandkitchenpro.com. This Web site complements Bath & Kitchen Pro magazine and helps you stay up to date between issues by posting industry news, product news and photos, and a blog written by Bath & Kitchen Pro staff members.
Bath & Kitchen Pro is a unique publication created for a powerful audience of bath-and-kitchen installers, distributors with showrooms and designers. Unlike other magazines that focus purely on design, Bath & Kitchen Pro
provides information on installation and purchasing, as well as design trends.
Bath & Kitchen Pro is distributed at major B&K shows in addition to its 55,000 circulation drawn from the readers of Plumbing & Mechanical, Supply House Times, Tile, Stone World, and Environmental Design + Construction.
For additional information, please contact Publisher Bob Miodonski at 630-694-4007 and miodonskir@bnpmedia.com. |
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