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High-End Homeowner Solves Heating Hiccups

Redundant system improves efficiency and reduces risk of outage.

July 1, 2024

Dillon Fraioli faced a tall order in a recent installation in one of New York City’s most exclusive suburbs.

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Getting Technical: Antifreeze in Hydronic Systems

Creating a functional, long-lasting antifreeze system starts in the design phase and relies on diligent maintenance.

July 1, 2024

Tom Soukup

When designing a long-lasting antifreeze system for a customer’s hydronic system, you must consider that propylene glycol has a lower BTU carry capacity and is more viscous, than water. Also, regular maintenance is critical for optimal performance of the antifreeze.

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DHW Return Design: Doing It Right and the Risks of Doing It Wrong

As the difficulty in designing and balancing these systems increases with system size and complexity, so does the importance of doing it correctly.

July 1, 2024

One of the most common plumbing system issues I’m brought into near punch list time or shortly after occupancy is inadequate water temperature at a fixture or in a general area.

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Defeating Snow, Ice and No Parking

A SIM system on the roof of an NYC car dealership provides an unusual automobile storage solution.

July 1, 2024

Hydronic snow and ice melting systems using PEX tubing are ideal for projects with demanding winter requirements. Read on to discover how an NYC car dealership turned its roof into a vehicle storage area.

JJM ALKALINE TECHNOLOGIES® IS PROUD TO SUPPORT EXPLORE THE TRADES

July 1, 2024

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APR Supply Co. Partners with Red Barn Media Group to Help Customers Enhance Digital Presence

June 26, 2024

APR Supply is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Red Barn Media Group.

Viega Receives Additional NAVSEA Approval

June 26, 2024

The company's pressing technology has now been approved for use on CVNs (carrier vessel nuclear).

Watts Celebrates May Beer Bundle Winners and Announces New Summer Prizes

June 24, 2024

As part of its 150th anniversary celebrations, Watts has announced the winners of the May "Beer Bundle" sweepstakes.

Taco Opens New Manufacturing Plant in Czech Republic

June 18, 2024

The new plant produces high-performance circulators for heating, cooling and solar systems and heat interface units that provide domestic hot water and hydronic circulation.

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BLUE HAWK's Teri Ditsch Wins 2024 H.E. Kleinfelter Award

June 11, 2024

BLUE HAWK Vice President of Marketing and Communications Teri Ditsch has been named the 2024 H.E. Kleinfelter Award winner by the Cooperative Communicators Association (CCA).