In 1972, as an apprentice plumber, we used Teflon tape to seal threads on tailpieces. It's funny to think about now, as every contractor has multiple rolls of Teflon tape in different sizes and colors in their toolbox. I've been trying to find out more about Teflon and its origins, including the first production of Teflon tape.
Biomass boilers burn various fuels and come in different designs. Water vapor is produced when burning wood-based fuels, and the resulting condensate can be acidic and corrosive to metals like carbon steel and iron.
Sooke School District responded to the influx of young families by swiftly constructing schools for 1,200 students. These LEED v4 Gold-certified buildings seamlessly integrated into the landscape, featuring photovoltaic panels, geothermal HVAC, and district heating for efficiency. Underground piping ensured optimal comfort while minimizing waste.
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.
PPI MS-7 includes detailed specifications for four plastic piping materials which have been proven in ground-source heat exchange systems: HDPE, PE-RT, PEX, and PP (PP-R and PP-RCT).
I called the plumber because there’s an immediacy to plumbing; and I’m old enough to know that it’s best for me not to touch pipes. To each his own trade.
In 2021, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave America’s water infrastructure a failing grade. Drinking water scored a C-, while stormwater received a D and wastewater received a D+.
Best practices for designing and installing PEX to leverage the benefits of installation efficiencies, job-site safety and profitability potential.
December 22, 2022
Most plumbing professionals in residential construction know PEX. They have either used it themselves or know other designers or installers that are using it. That’s because PEX is the piping product used in more new-home construction than copper and CPVC combined.
The state of Rhode Island has very little in common with the city of Anchorage, Alaska. Both, however, have something in common with the worldwide travel destination known as French Polynesia.