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pme April 2016 cover

2016 April

This month's issue of pme features the cover story: Inventive use of chillers, recirculating loop aid campus building's cooling processes and Discussions on water quality highlight Plumbing Contractors Association Midwest meeting.

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Inventive use of chillers, recirculating loop aid campus building's cooling processes: Tobey Building

Inventive use of chillers, recirculating loop aid campus building's cooling processes

Steve April and his partner Robert Camann, the founders of SAM Mechanical, and the mechanical engineer, discussed with the state government about how to tackle this major renovation.
April 15, 2016
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How to provide a new state-of-the-art HVAC system for the nearly 100-year-old Tobey Building in Concord, N.H.


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Flint, Mich., water crisis during the Plumbing Contractors Association Midwest meeting

Discussions on water quality highlight Plumbing Contractors Association Midwest meeting

Proactive approach at the Plumbing Contractors Association Midwest meeting.
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John McNally
April 15, 2016
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With the Flint, Mich., water contamination crisis still unfolding at a rapid pace the group took in a panel discussion on the situation and how to avoid a similar situation in Illinois.


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Julius Ballanco

Lack of engagement is crippling the International Code Council

ICC must rethink its voting process.
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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
April 22, 2016
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Engagement is important for the code-change process.


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Manufacturing process of drainage systems

Tech Topic: Drainage Systems

Putting drainage — and hygiene — first.
Mark Haydon
April 23, 2016
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Important considerations to selecting the proper solution for drainage systems.


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Uponor: PEX pipe

Utilizing larger-dimension PEX for commercial applications

Going bigger with domestic-water system applications.
Mike Rivers, CPD
April 23, 2016
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Over the past decade, PEX has become the most-installed plumbing pipe for new (and re-piping) residential applications.


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Ray Wohlfarth

The importance of boiler maintenance training

Don’t be a statistic when it comes to boiler accidents.
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Ray Wohlfarth
April 22, 2016
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If you perform an Internet search for boiler accidents, you would find page after page of shocking stories and pictures.


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John McNally

Flint water crisis creates a call to action

The crisis also has pushed water quality to the front of the line in our industry.
April 22, 2016
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Flint crisis pushes water quality to the forefront of the industry, nation.


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Dan Holohan

Association people

I know a bit about the early days of the American Society of Heating and Ventilating Engineers because they kept magnificent records.
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Dan Holohan
April 22, 2016
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The art of discussion paved the way for what ASHRAE has become.


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John Siegenthaler: Renewable Heating Design

Exploring all the aspects of tubing depth

What difference does it make?
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John Siegenthaler P.E.
April 21, 2016
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It’s about the effect tubing depth has on the thermal performance of a heated floor slab.


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John Aykroyd has extensive experience in domestic and international marketing, sales, distribution and operations.

John Aykroyd named Sloan executive vice president, business development

March 4, 2016
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Commercial plumbing manufacturer Sloan recently announced the promotion of industry veteran John Aykroyd to executive vice president, business development, North America.


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Latest Headlines

ASHRAE offers new online course on variable refrigerant flow

April 18, 2016
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A new course, “Variable Refrigerant Flow System Design & Application” is one of 11 options in ASHRAE’s Spring Online Course series. 


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Latest Headlines

Brasscraft donates shut off valves to Flint

March 11, 2016
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Novi-based company donates products to help provide safe water to Flint, Mich. Residents.


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P2S Engineering celebrates 25th anniversary

P2S Engineering celebrates 25th anniversary

April 18, 2016
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In March, Long Beach, Calif.-based firm P2S Engineering celebrated its 25th anniversary. 


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Latest Headlines

IAPMO seeks technical committee members

April 18, 2016
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IAPMO is seeking volunteers to participate on two technical committees working toward the development of the 2018 editions of the Uniform Solar Energy and Hydronics Code and the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code.


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Bell & Gossett announces Little Red Schoolhouse Q2 schedule

Bell & Gossett announces Little Red Schoolhouse Q2 schedule

April 18, 2016
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Classes are geared for engineers, contractors and installers in the commerical plumbing and hydronic heating/cooling industries where attendees can earn credits toward green building certification.


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John Altepeter

Altepeter opens rep agency in Tennessee

April 18, 2016
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Effective March 1, A. O. Smith Regional Vice President John Altepeter transitioned from his position to run his new venture A6 Sales.


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Latest Headlines

Wich appointed to ICC Board of Directors

April 18, 2016
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Michael Wich currently is the director of building code administration and chief building official for the South Central Planning and Development Commission in Houma, La. 


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Arkansas State University

Johnson Controls, Arkansas State University sign major energy performance contract

April 18, 2016
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Improvements will come from better water conservation, waste management, HVAC, energy management and beyond.


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Shawn C. Schmonsky of A. O. Smith

Movers & Shakers — April 2016

April 18, 2016
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Check out the latest appointments, promotions and goings-on in the plumbing and mechanical industry.


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New Products

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Multiple application boiler from Weil-McLain

Multiple application boiler from Weil-McLain

April 22, 2016
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Weil-McLain’s 95% AFUE Evergreen boiler features a durable design and a flexible functionality for multiple applications.


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Quick connect tankless water heater from Noritz

Quick connect tankless water heater from Noritz

April 22, 2016
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The Noritz NCC1991 features a thermal efficiency of more than 94% and saves money on both installation and ongoing operations.


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Commercial tankless water heater from Rinnai

Commercial tankless water heater from Rinnai

April 22, 2016
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Rinnai’s C199 model is a condensing tankless water heater with a heat exchanger designed specifically for the demands of business.


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Tankless tempering systems from Bradley

Tankless tempering systems from Bradley

April 22, 2016
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Bradley’s CNA and SNA series electric tankless water heaters are specially designed to draw energy only when needed.


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Condensing tankless water heaters from Bosch

Condensing tankless water heaters from Bosch

April 22, 2016
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Bosch offers two new models of condensing gas-fired tankless water heaters for domestic hot water on-demand applications.


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Tankless water heater from Rheem

Tankless water heater from Rheem

April 22, 2016
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Rheem’s Prestige series condensing tankless water heater harnesses condensing technology to achieve a 0.94 EF.


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Energy Star-certified water heater

Energy Star-certified water heater from American Standard Water Heaters

April 22, 2016
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American Standard Water Heaters’ High Efficiency series commercial and residential water heaters are now Energy Star certified.


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Electric tankless water heater for solar backup from Stiebel Eltron

Electric tankless water heater for solar backup from Stiebel Eltron

April 22, 2016
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Stiebel Eltron Tempra Plus whole-house tankless electric water heaters are 99% efficient.


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Increased capacity tankless water heater Intellihot

Increased capacity tankless water heater Intellihot

April 22, 2016
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Intellihot’s iQ1501 tankless water heater delivers 1.5 million Btu.


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Condensing tankless water heaters from Navien

Condensing tankless water heaters from Navien

April 22, 2016
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Navien’s Premium Efficiency Advanced condensing tankless water heaters (NPE-A) with ComfortFlow technology are designed with efficiency of water usage in mind.


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Water treatment filling units from Caleffi

Water treatment filling units from Caleffi

April 22, 2016
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Caleffi’s NA570 Series Hydrofill portable water treatment filing units remove scale-forming minerals such as calcium and magnesium from jobsite water.


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Radiant overpour installation system from REHAU

Radiant overpour installation system from REHAU

April 22, 2016
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REHAU introduces the RAUPEX SPEED radiant overpour fastening system that allows contractors to install heating pipe in overpour and concrete installations up to 30% faster.


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Reclaimed water tubing from Viega

Reclaimed water tubing from Viega

April 22, 2016
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Viega’s ViegaPEX tubing line expands to include purple PEX for reclaimed water applications.


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Wi-Fi-lined leak detection from Delta Faucet

Wi-Fi-lined leak detection from Delta Faucet

April 22, 2016
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Delta Faucet’s Delta Leak Detection is designed with iDevices.


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Electric water heater from Heatworks

Electric water heater from Heatworks

April 22, 2016
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Heatworks’ MODEL 1 is a fully electronic tankless electric water heater.


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Variable-speed circulator from Taco

Variable-speed circulator from Taco

April 22, 2016
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Taco’s ECM wet rotor 00e VR1816 circulator offers up to 85% savings in energy consumption.


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High-efficiency toilet from Mansfield Plumbing

High-efficiency toilet from Mansfield Plumbing

April 22, 2016
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Mansfield’s Brentwood high-efficiency toilet is WaterSense compliant with a certification pending.


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Public restroom faucet from Chicago Faucets

Public restroom faucet from Chicago Faucets

April 22, 2016
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Chicago Faucets’ 420 Series single-lever lavatory faucets have the strength of solid brass.


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Reducing coupler from John Guest USA

Reducing coupler from John Guest USA

April 22, 2016
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John Guest USA releases its Reducing Coupler in a 1/2” x 3/8” size for use in the domestic plumbing markets.


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Water-saving shower system from TOTO

Water-saving shower system from TOTO

April 22, 2016
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TOTO’s Aero shower system offers AeroJet+ with patented air-injection technology to increase the volume of each water droplet.


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Butterfly valve from Tyco

Butterfly valve from Tyco

April 22, 2016
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Tyco introduces its BFV-300 butterfly valve, a lighter, more compact unit that allows for efficient installation, operation and long-term performance.


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Toilet flange from Barracuda Brackets

Toilet flange from Barracuda Brackets

April 22, 2016
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Barracuda Brackets’ watertight toilet flange and toilet flange tile guide are products that can prevent mold growth.


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Inline dual check valve from A.Y. McDonald

Inline dual check valve from A.Y. McDonald

April 22, 2016
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A.Y. McDonald’s new slimmer inline dual check valve is designed to protect the public water supply.


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New finish for kitchen/bath products from Danze

New finish for kitchen/bath products from Danze

April 22, 2016
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Danze releases its Satin Black finish for several of the company’s kitchen and bath products.


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Chrome stop valve from Legend Valve

Chrome stop valve from Legend Valve

April 22, 2016
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Legend Valve adds cold expansion configurations to its large offering of quarter-turn chrome supply stop-valve models.


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Prepackaged dosing systems from Grundfos

Prepackaged dosing systems from Grundfos

April 22, 2016
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The Grundfos Dosing Skid System is a pre-engineered floor or panel system offering integrated controls.


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Enhanced valve line from Webstone Valves

Enhanced valve line from Webstone Valves

April 22, 2016
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Webstone Valves announces its product line is now compatible with a PP-R or PP-RCT piping system.


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Breakaway coupling from MetraFlex

Breakaway coupling from MetraFlex

April 22, 2016
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MetraFlex’s Seismic BreakAway coupling is a solution for when hanger rods are too short.


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Commercial electric water heater from Bradford White

Commercial electric water heater from Bradford White

April 22, 2016
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Bradford White’s ElectriFlex HD is a field-convertible commercial electric water heater that is ETL certified.


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Air-source outdoor unit from Mitsubishi Electric

Air-source outdoor unit from Mitsubishi Electric

April 22, 2016
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Mitsubishi Electric’s City Multi L-Generation air-source outdoor unit achieves significantly improved efficiency due to HexiCoil technology.


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Freeze protection for fire sprinkler systems from EasyHeat

Freeze protection for fire sprinkler systems from EasyHeat

April 22, 2016
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EasyHeat, a division of Emerson Industrial Automation, announces its SR and TSR self-regulation electric heat trace cables now are CSA and CSA-UL approved.


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Dry valve from Victaulic

Dry valve from Victaulic

April 22, 2016
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Victaulic’s FireLock NXT series 768N is a dry valve for pipe-joining and fire-protection systems


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Water-source heat pump from WaterFurnace

Water-source heat pump from WaterFurnace

April 22, 2016
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WaterFurnace’s Envision 30-ton water-source heat pump now offers efficiencies that go beyond ASHRAE 90.1 standards.


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Culinary faucet from California Faucets

Culinary faucet from California Faucets

April 22, 2016
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California Faucets’ Corsano culinary pullout kitchen faucet features a uniquely flexible stainless-steel spring.


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April 2016 Ad Index

April 15, 2016
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pme's Ad Index for April 2016 is as follows.


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