ASPE brings industry veterans together to enhance water reuse capabilities Getting stronger at ASPE. Nadia Askar August 9, 2014 The Water Reuse Workshop that took place June 25-26 at the Chicago Courtyard Marriott in Rosemont, Ill.Read More
Why didn't my fire sprinkler system work? Christine Swanson , PE, CFPS February 14, 2013 A comprehensive plan of attack can prevent physical and financial disaster.Read More
Turning green designs into reality Peter Basso Associates zeroes in on sustainable solutions that provide long-term benefits for its clients. Mike Miazga February 13, 2013 Troy-Mich.-based Peter Basso Associates is the largest MEP engineering firm in Michigan. Read More
Sustainable hospitality The Wisconsin-based Green Leaf Inn is molding many different green technologies into a luxury hotel setting. Mike Miazga February 13, 2013 Fritz Kreiss has been saving energy for customers for almost two decades. Kreiss and his wife, Catherine McQueen, own Alternative Utility Services, a full-service energy and sustainability consulting firm.Read More
Still reaching Hydronic heating has come a long way, but system innovation continues. Dan Holohan February 13, 2013 Twenty years ago this month, I wrote a column for pme sister publication Plumbing & MechanicalRead More
It’s a wonderful life The plumbing engineer profession has made great strides over the years. Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD February 13, 2013 This past December, the youngest of my three children, my baby Keriann Aileen, graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Science degree.Read More
Top 2012 Products, Literature and Software February 13, 2013 pme presents its annual top products, literature and software based on reader response to the twice-monthly pme eNewsletter.Read More
Do you really know what time it is? The sun doesn’t work around your watch. John Siegenthaler P.E. February 13, 2013 One of the first things you learn about planning and installing solar thermal systems is the importance of orientation.Read More
The misunderstood barometric damper Controlling boiler draft saves heat and reduces operating costs. Ray Wohlfarth February 13, 2013 One of the most misunderstood components inside a boiler room is the barometric damper, which is used to control the draft inside a boiler.Read More
One standard on rainwater would be better than two Bob Miodonski January 7, 2013 By 2008, most of the plumbing industry had seen the light on the benefits of green buildings. Read More