 |
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...
<> Desperate Times Call For...Simple Measures?
by Tim Fausch
<> Watt Are You Talking About?
by Anthony Shupenko, Jr., P.E.
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! |
|
|
|
|
|
|
AFSA Releases Spanish Residential Sprinkler Installation Guide 
The American Fire Sprinkler Association's new Spanish-language fire sprinkler fitter correspondence training program, Rociadores Automáticos Contra Incendios Residenciales Instalación del Sistema is a 150+ page book designed for sprinkler system installers who speak and read Spanish rather than English as their primary language. It teaches the techniques for residential fire sprinkler system installation based on NFPA13D, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems in One- and Two-Family Dwellings and Manufactured Homes.
Watts Web Site Monitors Lead-Free Legislation Across America
Watts Water Technologies, Inc., has launched http://www.weareleadfree.net/ ,
a new informational Web site that provides frequent updates on what is happening around the country with lead-free legislation and requirements. The site features an interactive map showing the status of lead-free initiatives nationwide, downloadable catalogs and educational materials. Visitors can watch an overview video and sign up for email alerts. Watts also plans to make available a complete line of lead-free products for sale by mid-year 2009.
Mestek, Inc. Opens New Manufacturing Facility
Mestek, Inc. has opened a new manufacturing facility adjacent to existing Mestek facilities located in Boyertown, PA. Specialty machining and final boiler assembly for all of Mestek's cast iron boiler divisions will be done in this new facility, which will provide customers with enhanced lead times, reduced material handling costs and improved quality control. Mestek acquired the Boyertown Foundry in 1998 and modernized the existing facility with automated, state-of-the-art equipment.
|
|
|
|
|
|
Elkay Mfg. Co. announced that Timothy Jahnke
, Elkay's president and CEO, has been elected to serve on the company's Board of Directors, along with 10 others. Jahnke joined Elkay in Dec. 2007, as the company's president and CEO. Prior to joining Elkay, Jahnke had a successful career with Newell Rubbermaid, a global manufacturer of brand-name housewares, hardware, tools, home furnishings and office products.
Bradford White Corp. recently announced the promotion of Robert G. McKenney to regional sales manager. In his new role,
 McKenney oversees the company's sales efforts throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. McKenney [photo] joined Bradford White in 2001. Since then, he has held positions of increasing responsibility in the organization, including product analyst, assistant regional sales manager and district sales manager.
The Lubrizol Corp. has added Chip Tieche to its FBC Building Solutions national sales team as territory manager in the Midwest region. Tieche is responsible for selling the entire package of FBC Building Solutions products, with special focus on industrial applications. He will be a resource for product and technical questions, as well as assist in code approvals. His territory ranges from western Pennsylvania to Idaho and from North Dakota to Arkansas. |
|
|
|
|
|
National Disaster Reconstruction Expo & Conference to Debut In June
National disaster recovery and reconstruction experts headline the first National Disaster Reconstruction Expo's (NDRExpo) conference program, which launches June 17-18, 2009, at the Morial New Orleans Convention Center. The NDRExpo was developed to unite the numerous vertical markets associated with disaster preparation, response, recovery and rebuilding.
Keynote Address
FEMA's Assistant Administrator of Mitigation is scheduled to provide the NDRExpo's keynote address. As part of the agency's National Mitigation Directorate, the Administrator manages the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and programs designed to reduce future natural disaster-related losses. The keynote address will focus on how, through the National Mitigation Directorate, FEMA seeks to break the cycle of disaster damage, reconstruction and repeated damage.
General Sessions
AidMatrix Foundation's President and CEO, and former Wisconsin Governor, Scott McCallum is scheduled to lead Wednesday's General Session. AidMatrix Foundation is a nonprofit that uses advanced information technology to create efficiencies between donors and those in need, managing $1.5 billion annually with operations in six continents to 35,000 nonprofits.
Scheduled General Session speakers include Col. Alvin B. "Al" Lee, the New Orleans District's 60th commander and district engineer, and the Restoration Industry Association's (RIA) executive director Don Manger and development adviser & facilitator G. Pete Consigli, CR, WLS.
A full conference schedule and additional information can be found at
www.NDRExpo.com. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
On-Line Valve Configuration
Powers
, a division of Watts Water Technologies, Inc., introduces The Configurator, on-line valve configuration software for master mixing and Hi/Lo tempering systems. The software, designed to save engineers, contractors and wholesalers time and money, generates custom valve configurations-including submittal drawings, 3D images, budget pricing and downloadable files (DWG, DWF, ACIS, STEP) in minutes. Users simply select desired valve and option requirements from a series of pull-down menus and radio buttons.
|
|
 Series of Effluent Pumps
Liberty Pumps has expanded its effluent FL-Series pump line to include larger 1-, 1.5- and 2-hp models. The new pumps feature maximum head capabilities of more than 130 feet and flows to 130 gpm. A dual-sized discharge features a 1-1/2" removable flange with a 2" threaded port for connection to either pipe size. The pumps also feature a standard 25' quick-disconnect power cord and dual shaft seals. For more information, contact Liberty Pumps at 800-543-2550 or visit
www.libertypumps.com.
|
|
Fixture Carrier Details
MIFAB, Inc.,
a manufacturer of commercial drainage products based in Chicago, IL, has developed Revit fixture carrier details for specifiers' use. Many architects are now requesting that engineers produce building details in Revit, spurring MIFAB to develop them. The company's fixture carrier Revit details can save the design engineer time and money. To obtain a list of MIFAB's Revit fixture carrier details, please email company president Michael Whiteside at mwhiteside@mifab.com.
|
|
|
|
AEC Store Corner
Facility Piping Systems Handbook [$139]
Everything you need to plan, select, design, specify, and test entire piping systems.
Here's a complete design guide and reference for all service and utility piping systems found in laboratory, R&D, chemical, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, biotechnological, and health care facilities. This all-in-one handbook covers techniques used for selecting appropriate piping, valves, pumps, tanks, and other equipment involved with piping systems both inside of buildings and on the site.
Systems for proper facility functioning, enhancing building aesthetics, and efficient production and manufacturing are discussed in depth. Using a total systems approach, this Handbook progresses from fundamentals of system and component operation to a design procedure that allows quick and accurate component and pipe sizing. Detailed chapters explore heat loss, insulation, freeze protection, water treatment and purification, and filtration and separation.
You'll also find all necessary system design criteria; specs and selection tips for piping, valves, and jointing methods; examples of system design procedures using actual field conditions; and listings of FDA, EPA, and OSHA requirements. This new edition has been revised to include metric units throughout; updated codes and standards that reflect all changes since 1996; and new material on flow level measurement, drinking water systems, septic systems, and hot water circulating systems.
The plumbing chapter has been updated to reflect changes in plumbing codes, along with additional material on pipe space requirements and fixture mounting heights. Complete with formulas, charts, and tables that increase your efficiency on the job, this Handbook will prove invaluable at the workplace. CLICK HERE
for more info.
Visit AECStore.com to view more than 800 resources for Industry Pros! |
|
|
|
|
ASK THE EXPERT... AT pme 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.
Please be sure to include your position within the plumbing industry [engineer, contractor or wholesaler] so we can forward it to the proper person. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
MAKE SURE YOUR SUBSCRIPTION TO PME DOESN'T RUN OUT.
Consider using the online subscription option on pme's Web site. Renew or start a new subscription at
www.PMEngineer.com today! |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
BNP Media
2401 W. Big Beaver Road, Ste. 700
Troy, Michigan, 48084-3333
U.S.A. |
|
|
|
For more information about sponsoring the pme Enewsletter, please contact publisher Bob Miodonski at (630) 694-4007 or e-mail: 
Virtual encyclopedia on modern hydronic systems.
CONNECT WITH PM ENGINEER: