Our industry needs more focus on distribution systems It’s not all about the boiler. John Siegenthaler, P.E. May 21, 2014 As an industry, we have to move beyond judging the quality of a hydronic system based solely on the heat source. Read More
Get real — get hydronic heat Reality shows. Dan Holohan May 21, 2014 An old, cast-iron pipe, with the slightest amount of water in it for two winters can crack laterally and for quite a few feet.Read More
PEX design guide The second edition of the “Residential PEX Water Supply Plumbing Systems Design Guide” is now available online. April 22, 2014 The 144-page guide includes expanded information on green construction codes, comprehensive design concepts and installation guidelines. Read More
Easy pipe storage, cartridge removal, iPhone functions Tool Tips — October 2013 October 17, 2013 Tool tips for October 2013 include pipe storafe, cartridge ring removal and functions of your iPhone.Read More
Press tool for small spaces RIDGID introduces the new RP 200-B press tool as the latest addition to its broad press tool lineup. August 22, 2013 RIDGID introduces the new RP 200-B press tool as the latest addition to its broad press tool lineup.Read More
No-lead PEX fittings Legend continues to grow its offering of no-lead products in preparation of the new federal no-lead legislation. May 29, 2013 Legend continues to grow its offering of no-lead products in preparation of the new federal no-lead legislation.Read More
Early radiant heating systems From Roman hypocausts to Chinese kangs to Levittown to the invention of PEX. Dan Holohan May 29, 2013 Each morning, when I sit at my desk, I give a moment’s thought to the broken copper pipe buried in the concrete slab just below my feet. Read More
Lead-free poly PEX fittings Matco-Norca offers a full line of lead-free-compliant Poly PEX fittings for residential and commercial applications. April 24, 2013 Matco-Norca offers a full line of lead-free-compliant Poly PEX fittings for residential and commercial applications. Read More
Smoke Gets in your Eyes It’s time to do wood-fired heating right. John Siegenthaler, P.E. April 19, 2013 Every August, I make a short trip to a local event call the Woodsmen’s Field Days. This gathering is all about cutting down trees and then slicing them up into either firewood or lumber.Read More