Disinfection byproducts (DBP) are becoming a matter of renewed concern in the regulatory and scientific world. It is necessary for all of us to understand the reasons and facts behind such new activity in this field. 

Troubleshooting tank-style two-element electric water heaters is relatively simple once the operation is understood. 

We all want to grow in life, and especially in business. It is part of the measurement of success we as leaders can look at, and it’s one we often have to meet for our stakeholders and team members. 

I was wondering about boiler chemicals and how many contractors (if any) were using them on brand-new systems. Do we need them? 

Most of the modern hydronics technology used in North America for residential and light commercial buildings is for heating. 

Upgrading restrooms to be hands-free adds exponential value for business owners, and plumbing franchises have the mass infrastructure and support necessary to provide businesses with these upgrades and the promotional materials that will help them bring in more customers.

Patrick Jorge Besinga, president/CEO of Works Plumbing, and his wife, Margaret Besinga, vice president/COO, grew up in the Philippines, and both hold a college degree in business and marketing. 

Earlier this year, Leonard Valve announced David Brakenwagen as its new chief executive officer. 

Over the past couple years, construction of large distribution centers and warehouses has steadily increased throughout North America. 

In 2011, Milwaukee Tool and Uponor came together to launch the first M12 ProPEX Expander, a tool that changed the way many plumbing and mechanical contractors installed ProPEX fittings.