John Siegenthaler: Flameless baseboard Modern methods and materials speed fin-tube baseboard installation John Siegenthaler, P.E. April 3, 2020 Few would argue that fin-tube baseboard was the “flagship” heat emitter in North American hydronic heating systems through much of the 20th century. Read More
Watt's fastener system May 14, 2019 Watts’ new QuadRail Fastener system is designed to hold a wide variety of Watts tubing and pipe in a substrate such as concrete, thin slab and sand.Read More
RIDGID PEX tool May 14, 2019 The RIDGID PEX-One 12V Battery PEX Tool is designed for contractors who repair or install PEX plumbing systems.Read More
John Siegenthaler: Radiant panel systems John Siegenthaler, P.E. October 22, 2018 Radiant floors don’t necessarily have to feel warm to work properly.Read More
Keeney Mfg. Co. No Crimp PEX valves October 18, 2018 The Keeney Mfg. Co.’s No Crimp PEX valves are push-on quarter-turn valves.Read More
Best practices for snow- and ice-melting installations Winter is coming. October 17, 2018 It’s never too early to start planning for winter safety.Read More
3 things to know when choosing valves for PEX But, before you try the newest (and sometimes cheapest) valve to hit the market, stop and read this article first. Kim Bliss August 30, 2018 Not all valves are created equal, and knowledge is power.Read More
Using PEX in residential fire sprinkler systems When it comes to piping a residential fire sprinkler system, it might be a smart idea to take a look at PEX. Kim Bliss April 25, 2018 PEX can be a viable alternative to more traditional materials for fire sprinklers.Read More
The Glitch & Fix: February 2018 John Siegenthaler, P.E. February 26, 2018 One Chance to Get It RightRead More
John Siegenthaler: Tell me more about 'nubbed' foam panels John Siegenthaler, P.E. February 26, 2018 Designers need more information on “nubbed” foam insulation panels.Read More