The July 2019 issue of PM Engineer spotlights the latest trends in commercial bathroom design. Writer Traci Browne takes a look at three key trends in that space: low-flow fixtures, Legionella prevention and Universal Design. The Universal Design trend hits on the use of non-ligature products in commercial/institutional spaces such as hospitals.
Adrian Peschi, LCAM, knew that if the retrofit went badly, he’d hear it from hundreds of unofficial supervisors – the residents of the high-rise apartment building he manages in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Mechanical contractor gains competitive edge and increases prefabrication to 90%.
July 12, 2019
J.M. Brennan has grown significantly over the past 80 years and now has its third generation of Brennans leading the company forward to the next phase of growth, expansion and leadership.
When approving the installation of a fire protection or life safety system to verify compliance in accordance with governing laws, regulations, codes and standards, many of us use the term “commissioning” interchangeably with the term “acceptance testing.”
As engineers, we often keep our head down, working hard to finish projects. It’s easy to lose track of what is happening in the world, let alone other industries, especially in human resources.
Most of us these days have experienced the communication method known as texting. If you have not texted before, I commend you for getting by this long in life using more traditional methods of communication such as speaking.
When I parked my truck outside the boiler room, I saw a thick plume of steam chugging from a pipe on the outside wall. Right away, my spidey sense started to tingle.
At the IAPMO Plumbing Technical Committee meeting in Denver, Colorado, there were many changes proposed to add requirements from the IAPMO WE-Stand to the appendix of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Zurn Industries announced the opening of its Jon Everett Training Center at its Paso Robles, California location. The company helped a ribbon-cutting ceremony to dedicate the newly remodeled training center in memory of Zurn associate Jon Everett.
Brasscraft Mfg. Co. recently joined one of its Masco Millions partners, Detroit Area Pre-College Engineering Program (DAPCEP), at the Michigan Science Center for workshops where seventh- and eighth-grade students explored the world of STEM — science, technology, engineering and math.
New Jersey full-service firm McLaren Engineering Group announced founder and CEO Malcolm McLaren is a finalist for EY’s 2019 Entrepreneur of the Year NJ Award.
MIFAB’s new website for sizing injection and rotational-molded HDPE grease and oil interceptors at www.sizemyinterceptor.com features software that provides the correct size MIFAB HDPE interceptor for the application from its extensive line.
Legend Valve and Fittings announces its newest product offerings, including three new valves: P-200 ball valve with a drain; T-514 oversized flange sillcock; and T-552 sillcock with a 1960 configuration; as well as a supply stop bulk pack.
LeakSmart, a leak and flood detection system, now works with the Samsung SmartThings Hub, enabling owners to easily connect the system to their already connected home.
Taco Comfort Solutions’ 0018e high-efficiency Bluetooth-enabled circulator brings a new level of control to residential and light-commercial hydronic systems, the company explains.
Bosh Thermotechnology adds three new products to it’s air-conditioning portfolio with the new Inverter Ducted Package unit as well as second-generation upgrades to the Inverter Ducted Split 2.0 and Minisplit 2.0.
Whether it’s avoiding major repairs, detecting a leak or scheduling maintenance, Zurn’s connected products allows professionals to make decisions, not assumptions, it notes.
A. O. Smith’s commercial heat pump water heater for light commercial applications is ideal for use in establishments such as restaurants, schools, retail buildings or any facility that would traditionally use a standard commercial electric water heater.
The ProPEX lead-free brass valves from Uponor are constructed from high-quality ECO BRASS lead-free brass and now includes an industry-leading 10-year warranty for increased confidence and peace of mind, the company points out.
Powers, a Watts brand, introduces the IntelliSation Jr. digital mixing valve — an easy-to-install smart mixing valve that connects through the building automation system, the company explains.
John Guest, a Reliance Worldwide Corp. brand, is a manufacturer of engineered push-fit fittings, valves and LLDPE tubing, ranging in sizes from 1/4” to 1/2” OD and 1/2”, 3/4” and 1” CTS in a variety of configurations for potable water and traditional plumbing applications.
Armstrong Fluid Technology unveils its self-regulating, variable-speed fire pump, which in addition to new safety benefits, also holds the distinction of being the first fire pump to meet NFPA-20 (2019 Edition), Section 4.8 standards.
Viega’s automatic recirculation balancing valve ensures a balanced domestic water recirculation system by dynamically changing with varying conditions, the company notes.
New industrial ball valve and limit switch packages from Bonomi North America improve safety in industrial systems, allowing critical manual valve applications to be monitored remotely, the company notes.
Sioux Chief introduces the newest addition to the PDQ family of push fittings, the PDQ sillcock, offering significant savings to installation time and cost, the company explains.
The ProLine linear shower drain by QuickDrain USA offers minimalist style, impeccable performance and ease-of-installation to help interior designers and remodeling contractors create jaw-dropping zero-entry showers and wet areas that allow wheelchair access and ADA compliance, QuickDrain USA notes.