When is flow reversal practical? Increasing heat output. John Siegenthaler, P.E. January 18, 2017 Flow reversal is possible in a P/S system, but is it practical?Read More
Asahi/America Asahitec PP-RCT piping systems October 30, 2016 Asahi/America’s Asahitec PP-RCT piping systems for plumbing and HVAC applications are an advancement in polypropylene polymers. Read More
Aquatherm brochure “LEED v4 and Piping System Design” October 20, 2016 Aquatherm introduces its tri-fold brochure: LEED v4 and Piping System Design.Read More
Charlotte Pipe video captures sound test of DWV plumbing systems January 29, 2016 Materials tested are cast iron soil pipe, solid wall PVC and foam core PVC.Read More
Victaulic grooved piping steam system January 21, 2016 Victaulic introduces its System Solution for Saturated Steam, a grooved piping system for commercial and industrial steam applications. Read More
Matco-Norca swage nipples October 27, 2014 Matco-Norca’s Swage Concentric Nipples are reducers for high-pressure piping systems that contain a bore matching that of the pipe they are fitted to.Read More
Boiler Jacket Loss The International Energy Conservation Code addresses the controversial subject. Ray Wohlfarth March 15, 2013 The International Energy Conservation Code addresses the controversial subject.Read More
Strainer or No Strainer? Stuart Asay, P.E January 3, 2008 For years, members of the backflow prevention industry have debated the value of strainers at the inlet of an assembly’s installation.Read More
To PEX or Not to PEX April 1, 2003 Many contractors in California are frustrated by continued resistance to the use of PEX piping. Despite a recent favorable court ruling, use of PEX in the state could still be up in the air. A look at both sides of the issue.Read More
Fundamentals of Siphonic Roof Drainage March 1, 2001 Unlike traditional roof drainage systems, a siphonic system is designed to operate with the piping completely charged with water during a rainstorm.Read More
