The July 2024 issue of PM Engineer features our cover story on the reliability and cost-savings of tankless water heaters. Read our feature on the benefits of polymer piping systems, columns from your favorite columnists, new products, and much more!
Tankless water heating technology has proven to be a great success for Wedgworth's, a custom blender of dry and liquid fertilizers for agriculture, sod, nursery, and golf-course applications in Florida.
The Pass Life community near Summit at Snoqualmie ski resort struggles to keep up with snow removal due to quick snow accumulation. Traditional methods like shoveling and snowblowing are insufficient.
PEX's shape memory allows it to expand and shrink without compromising its integrity, making it highly resistant to damage in freezing conditions. This has proven to be a lifesaver in areas like Texas during unexpected mid-winter freezes.
Last month, the DOE announced a National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building to decarbonize the buildings sector, responsible for over one-third of US greenhouse gas emissions.
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.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is making changes to the voluntary WaterSense program for high-efficiency faucets and tank-type water closets (toilets) in 2024. These changes aim to promote water conservation and sustainability but may pose significant challenges for product manufacturers and the building industry.
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.
The Facility Explorer FX90 Supervisory Controller simplifies building automation, increases performance, and reduces maintenance with its flexible hardware platform and optimized user interface.
The IPEX Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) DWV Pipe and Fittings are certified for consistent quality and long-term performance in plumbing and mechanical applications.
Carrier has launched three new controllers for the i-Vu building automation system, offering enhanced connectivity and management for HVAC equipment and zoning applications.
BAC's Series 3000 Cooling Tower features industry-leading evaporative cooling technology, reliability, and high energy efficiency. It offers durability, easy maintenance, and can be equipped with BAC's Enduradrive Fan System for enhanced cooling capabilities with minimal maintenance.