Most buffer tanks used in hydronic systems are piped in a “4-pipe” configuration.

Viola has more than 25 years of senior management experience within the plumbing and mechanical industry. 

Bad attitudes are everywhere, or so it would appear. In most cases, it is based on nothing other than your opinion. 

This year’s annual PHCCCONNECT conference will feature two keynote speakers: U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honoré (retired) and Nathan Gonzales, editor and publisher of Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales.

On Sept. 30-Oct. 1, the online program will be full of education and networking opportunities. Click to check out the full schedule.

A multiple boiler system is set up as shown in Figure 1. The objective is to add heat to the system in three on/off stages. 

I have seen and experienced draining a water heater for replacement, and the drain is clogged and won’t let out any water.

Plumbing & Mechanical recently had the chance to interview International Code Council CEO Dominic Sims about the current landscape for codes and standards and the plumbing industry overall. 

As the Coronavirus crisis continues to unfold, revised standards in bathroom design are coming into play. 

Over the course of the last few months, the American Supply Association has been actively monitoring the state of California’s efforts to pass “Get the Lead Out 2.0,” which would force manufacturers into a second round of endpoint fixture lead reduction, 10 years after current regulations went into effect.