2023 October

The October 2023 issue of PM Engineer features the 2023 Plumbing Engineer of the Year, what to know when designing hydronic radiant snow-melt systems, upgrading school restrooms, and much more!

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PM Engineer 2023 Plumbing Engineer of the Year: Kelvin H. Kennedy

Kennedy leads RTM’s plumbing studio in Dallas-Fort Worth and recently became a minority partner in the firm.

Nicole Krawcke

October 5, 2023

Meet PM Engineer’s 2023 Plumbing Engineer of the Year, Kelvin Kennedy, who has been in the plumbing engineering industry for 38 years. Have one conversation with him and his passion for plumbing engineering shines through.

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Editor's Note | Nicole Krawcke

The next big challenge — repurposing vacant office buildings

Redevelopment of existing properties requires updated plumbing and mechanical systems.

Nicole Krawcke

October 10, 2023

It’s hard to believe three years later we’re still experiencing the effects from the COVID-19 pandemic. And I’m not just talking about the latest variant and rise in cases.

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Guest Editorial | Rodger Reiswig and Emilie Gorzoch

Demystifying NFPA 915 Standard for Remote Inspections and Tests

Remote processes create new opportunities for efficiency, saving time and resources and improving safety.

Emilie Gorzoch Rodger Reiswig

October 9, 2023

As of May, the proposed NFPA 915 Standard for Remote Inspections and Tests establishes the minimal requirements, procedures, methods and documentation needed to perform remote inspection.

Plumbing Essentials — Design Approaches, Codes and Everything in Between | Lowell Manalo and Robert Thompson

An approach to efficient MEP equipment room design

Considerations for an optimized mechanical room.

Robert Thompson PE

Lowell Manalo

October 6, 2023

Often early equipment room planning focuses on the larger electrical and mechanical room components, but it is important not to overlook plumbing and fire protection needs.

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Engineer's Corner | Todd Stuart, P.E.

Condensate disposal and design

Important code requirements for condensate.

Todd Stuart

October 4, 2023

Most — if not all — of the projects where I provide design and construction support have some type of condensate that needs to be discharged in some manner.

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Plumbing Talking Points | David Dexter

Where does a sanitary plumbing system begin and end?

Plumbing design professionals have an obligation to protect public health and safety.

David Dexter

October 3, 2023

As design professionals, our first and primary obligation is the protection of public health, safety and welfare above all other concerns.

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Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Reviewing worldwide plumbing and mechanical regulatory activities

Worldwide governments have been active in 2023.

Misty Guard

October 2, 2023

As we wrap up the first three quarters of 2023, we find that October presents a perfect opportunity to review the worldwide governmental activities pertaining to topics in the mechanical and plumbing industries.

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Renewable Heating Design | John Siegenthaler

Products that would be welcome additions to the North American hydronics market

Five propositions

John Siegenthaler P.E.

September 29, 2023

Every year, manufacturers develop new or improved products for the North American hydronic market. Product development planning by those manufacturers depends on several factors. Here are a few of the main considerations.

New Products

Webstone announces enhancements to water heater solutions

October 9, 2023

NIBCO announced enhancements to the Webstone line of water heater solutions, a series of valves designed to simplify the installation of storage tank water heaters.

New Products

SunTouch introduces snow-melt control

October 6, 2023

SunTouch introduced the ProMelt Smart Panel, a snow-melt controller designed to control any size snow melting system.

New Products

Noritz launches new tankless no roof kit

October 5, 2023

Noritz America maximizes ease of installation with its new No Roof Kit.

New Products

Sloan announces simplified facility maintenance

October 4, 2023

The SC Argus Pro allows facility managers to monitor and maintain products remotely, leading to reduced water usage, improved sustainability and a healthier, more hygienic restroom environment.

New Products

T&S Brass launches LakeCrest faucet line

October 2, 2023

Constructed of stainless steel, the semi-pro kitchen faucet is a light-duty commercial faucet designed for customer-facing applications.

New Products

MAC Faucets announces two-in-one faucet and soap dispenser

October 2, 2023

The new TiO combines the functionality of an automatic faucet and soap dispenser in one body.

On Demand This webinar will discuss the available options in electric tankless water heaters, and how to avoid pitfalls when specifying the equipment.

On Demand Installing and maintaining traditional tank-style heat pump water heaters is a challenge due to the added complexity these systems require. This webinar will discuss the ways in which contractors can harness the benefits of tankless heat pump water heaters to their advantage and ensure positive customer feedback.

Earn: 1 PDH; 0.1 ASPE CEU; 1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 IACET CEU

PM Engineer Magazine

Cover Story

PM Engineer 2023 Plumbing Engineer of the Year: Kelvin H. Kennedy

Columnists

The next big challenge — repurposing vacant office buildings

Demystifying NFPA 915 Standard for Remote Inspections and Tests

An approach to efficient MEP equipment room design

Condensate disposal and design

Where does a sanitary plumbing system begin and end?

Reviewing worldwide plumbing and mechanical regulatory activities

Products that would be welcome additions to the North American hydronics market

New Products

Webstone announces enhancements to water heater solutions

SunTouch introduces snow-melt control

Noritz launches new tankless no roof kit

Sloan announces simplified facility maintenance

T&S Brass launches LakeCrest faucet line

MAC Faucets announces two-in-one faucet and soap dispenser

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