Uponor as been named the 2024 Plumbing – Rough-In Vendor of the Year by Winsupply, a leading supplier of materials for residential and commercial construction as well as industrial use, and the 2023 Mechanical Supplier of the Year by DSG.
After Caleffi North America’s long-serving CEO Mark Olson retired, it was announced Tina Gullickson would be his successor. Gullickson joined Caleffi North America in November 2023 as chief operation officer. PM Engineer Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had the chance to sit down with her.
Integrating smart plumbing solutions to enhance operational efficiency, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
April 18, 2024
During this webinar, we will explore the concept of "smart plumbing" within "smart businesses," highlighting how integrating smart plumbing solutions can significantly enhance operational efficiency, sustainability and customer satisfaction.
New standard sets minimum performance level for manufacturers.
April 17, 2024
IAPMO published a new standard, IGC 325: High-Efficiency Oil/Water Separators. It brings a performance-based approach to the oil separator market and introduces a new term: High-Efficiency Oil/Water Separator.
Learn how microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and fuel cells can work together to enable mission-critical facilities to have an independent power source.
I don't like using public restrooms when I travel for work. You never know what condition they'll be in. I choose a stall away from other people. Others feel the same, according to Bradley Corp.'s Healthy Handwashing Survey.
A design engineer invited me to a school building for a challenging project. I found an old boiler with several leaks and a tight budget. The system was a two-pipe system that circulated heated water during winter and chilled water during summer. The owner wanted lower fuel costs and a quicker changeover between heating and cooling.
Plumbing systems in buildings require careful selection of vertical or horizontal piping distribution. The building type is a key factor in this decision, and relevant codes and standards must be followed.
The author reflects on a recent trip to South America and Antarctica and discusses the topic of identifying back-feed potentials within domestic hot water risers, drawing from an article by Miles Ryan, PE, about typical issues found in high-rise residential buildings.
While exploring International Code Council's first report of proposals for modifications to the Group A Codes, I became curious about which codes are being discussed the most. I decided to take a deeper look and get answers to three questions.