2024 June

Mid-Continent's leadership team from left to right: Vince England, president and partner; Josh Goeden, vice president and partner; and Jason Romano, vice president and partner.

PM Engineer names Mid-Continent 2024 Manufacturers' Rep of the Year

Training is in this rep firm’s DNA.

June 3, 2024

Mid-Continent’s dedication to training and building lasting relationships within the plumbing and HVAC industries has earned the Romeoville, Illinois-based firm the title of PM Engineer’s 2024 Manufacturers’ Rep of the Year.

Aerial of Sooke, Vancouver Island British Columbia, Canada

Case Study

Pre-insulated PEXa pipe meets needs for outstanding energy efficiency and fast installation at new schools

High-performing district heating application facilitates a high-quality experience for students and teachers.

Ali Sajjadi

June 17, 2024

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.

Ensuring corrosion protection beyond routine maintenance in fire sprinkler systems

Corrosion prevention is crucial for protecting lives and property.

George McHugh

June 12, 2024

Corrosion in fire sprinkler systems can go undetected until it's too late, causing damage or loss of life. Traditional ITM protocols can accelerate corrosion, but new advancements offer better prevention and monitoring for protecting lives and property.

The heating and cooling system for a new secondary school facility in North Vancouver, British Columbia

Water-to-water heat pumps meet stringent efficiency requirements for new school facility

Reliability and sound performance were also strong considerations.

Paul Selking

June 10, 2024

A North Vancouver school chose WaterFurnace for its reliability and energy efficiency. The manufacturer's rep mentioned that the equipment aligned with decarbonization efforts. Finances were a concern, as is usual with building projects.

Editor's Note | Nicole Krawcke

Nominations open for 2024 Class of Next Gen All Stars!

Submit your nomination for our annual Top 20 Under 40 Contest by June 28.

Nicole Krawcke

June 7, 2024

Recognizing outstanding professionals within the plumbing industry is vital for its growth and innovation. The Next Gen All Stars Top 20 Under 40 contest by PM Engineer celebrates the achievements and potential of young engineers.

Front View Of Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System In Kitchen Cabinet

Plumbing Talking Points | David Dexter

Plumbing application and implementation varies around the world

Plumbing, what is it?

David Dexter

June 5, 2024

Plumbing involves providing clean water, managing wastewater, and ensuring water quality for safe use. It also includes handling various other systems such as gas distribution, drainage, and laboratory systems.

Guard on Compliance | Misty Guard

Dissecting IAPMO’s proposed code change monographs

The UPC and UMC received over 650 code change proposals.

Misty Guard

June 3, 2024

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials' (IAPMO) monographs of proposals for modifications to the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) and Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).

3d rendering of condenser unit or compressor on rooftop of industrial plant, factory.

Renewable Heating Design | John Siegenthaler

3-way diverter valves: Part 2

Real world valve applications.

John Siegenthaler P.E.

May 30, 2024

In last month’s column, we discussed the design and actuation of 3-way diverter valves. This month, we’ll look at several applications for these valves.

New Products

Viega expands press system portfolio with new valve products

June 12, 2024

Viega announced the launch of 21 valves across the ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow systems.

New Products

Peerless announces Push Pop-Up drain

June 11, 2024

Peerless introduces its Push Pop-up Drain.

New Products

NIBCO announces new Webstone Pro-Pal T-Valve

June 11, 2024

NIBCO announces new press x 1/4” compression connections for its existing Webstone T-Valve products.

New Products

MAC Faucets introduces its first Manual Flush Valve

June 11, 2024

MAC Faucets introduces its first Manual Flush Valve for toilets and urinals to complement the expansive offering of automated bathroom products in more than 22 finishes.

New Products

Jaga Climate Systems announces Astra Beam active chilled beam system

June 6, 2024

Jaga Climate Systems’ Astra Beam is an innovative non-ducted fan coil.

New Products

Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning introduces cold-climate VRF heat pump

June 5, 2024

The air365 Max with HeatForce is a high-efficiency VRF heating and cooling system with seamless comfort, best-in-class energy efficiency, and easy installation.

New Products

Caleffi North America introduces 145 Series FLOWMATIC pressure independent control valve

June 4, 2024

Caleffi North America introduces the 145 Series FLOWMATIC pressure independent control valve (PICV).

New Products

Bosch Home Comfort announces CL Series water-source heat pump

June 3, 2024

The CL Series has a swinging electrical box, a slide-out blower on the vertical units, and designated compartments for high- and low-voltage components.