Plumbing & Mechanical articles from February 2004

Plumbing & Mechanical archives from February 2004

'And in this corner ...'.(Letters To The Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I read Julius Ballanco's very well-done column on engineers and contractors ("Do I Really Need An Engineer? December 2003). I agree with Julius on the fact of each to his own job. I install radiant heating systems and some of them come to...

Anti-Scrooge.(Letters To The Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... I just read Ellen Rohr's column ("Scrooge-Proofing," December 2003) and loved it. I'll have to admit the reason I started reading was because my nickname around the office at Christmas time is, in fact, "Scrooge," and I thought it would...

Must-read.(Letters to the Editor)(Letter to the Editor)
February 1, 2004... Wow! I have read your November 2003 editorial at least a dozen times. Every time I read the column, it strikes a chord with me. I have made it required reading for all of my technicians. Thank you for being an advocate for companies like...

Biennial ISH NA format announced.(Around The Industry)
February 1, 2004... To reach biennial decision, ISH NA show organizers surveyed all 540 exhibiting companies and thousands of attendees 33 percent of the exhibitors expressed ISH NA has become their most important marketing platform Hires new veteran show...

1 What is the New Year's resolution for your company?(PM Trends)(Illustration)
February 1, 2004... Grow and expand 75% Stay steady and solid 19% Slowdown and reassess 0% Retire and relax 6% Each month Pmmag.com explores unique industry trends that affect our PHC industry. The...

CA governor to join plastic pipe fight.(Around The Industry)(California)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has placed the issue of whether builders should be allowed to use plastic pipe for plumbing as No. 5 on his list of ways to improve the state's economy, according to the Los Angeles Times. ...

I=B=R Hydronic Heating courses draw strong response.(Around The Industry)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Hydronics Institute (HI) Division of GAMA recently reintroduced its I=B=R schools with six sessions in four states. The courses were held during November 2003 in New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Minnesota, and drew 218 students....

Roto-Rooter acquires healthcare firm.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Roto-Rooter Inc., parent company of Roto-Rooter and Service America Network, recently acquired Miami-based VITAS Healthcare Corp, a pioneer of the hospice movement and the nation's largest provider of end-of-life care. Roto-Rooter currently...

Contractors 2000 changes name.(Nexstar Network)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Contractors 2000, the business and marketing organization for contracting professionals, recently changed its name to Nexstar Network. Nexstar's next Super Meeting takes place in San Francisco Feb. 19-21, 2004.

'Operation Handyman' nets 19 Florida contractors.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... About 19 contractors were arrested in Palm Valley, Fla., in "Operation Handyman," a three-month undercover sting operation. Charges included impersonating a contractor or working out of their licensed area of expertise, according to...

Frank Blau turns business over to sons.(Around The Industry)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Legendary plumbing contractor and former PM columnist Frank Blau has divested himself of all ownership in Blau Plumbing & Heating in Milwaukee. Sons Jim and Robert Blau are the new owners through a gifting arrangement. Frank, who turns 75...

Buyout rids Linc Group of Enron affiliation.(Around The Industry)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Linc Group underwent a management-led buyout, releasing it from Enron Energy Services and its majority stake in the company. Global Innovations Partners LLC, a $526 million private equity fund, backed the management's acquisition. Terms...

St. Louis sponsors H.S. pipe trades program.(Around The Industry)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Plumbing Industry Council and Plumbers and Pipefitters' Local No. 562 launched a new career and educational program at St. Louis' AGC Construction Careers Center Charter High School last November. The three-week program, titled "Explore and...

New free software available.(Around The Industry)(Mario Restive)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Area & Volume Calculator is a simple and efficient software tool for calculating the area, or surfaces and volume of rooms. Created by Mario Restive and PM columnist John Siegenthaler, the calculator is available as a free downloadable file...

Blue Dot receives SEC subpoena.(Around The Industry)(Blue Dot Services Inc.)(Securities and Exchange Commission )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Blue Dot Services Inc. has been issued a subpoena by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requesting production documents as part of a formal investigation the SEC is conducting of its parent company, NorthWestern Corp. The...

Tom Carty, past MCAA president.(Obituary)(Mechanical Contractors Association of America)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... MCAA past president Thomas F. Carty passed away on Jan. 6 in the Bronx, N.Y. He was 85. Catty was president and owner of Catty Heating Corp. in New York City, which his father founded in 1915. He was also a World War II veteran, an...

PMI, Commerce Dept. sign agreement on international trade.(Vendor & Supplier News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Plumbing Manufacturers Institute signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Department of Commerce to enhance international trade opportunities for plumbing product manufacturers, and to help ensure a level playing field for them in...

Watts Water acquires Flomatic.(Vendor & Supplier News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... North Andover, Mass.-based Watts Water Technologies acquired the assets of Flomatic Inc., located in Dunnellon, Fla. Flomatic designs and distributes a line of high-quality reverse osmosis components and filtration equipment, including...

Equity firm buys PlumbMaster.(Vendor & Supplier News)(Bradford Equities Management LLC makes acquisition with Lloyd Coppedge as president)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Plumbing specialties firm PlumbMaster was officially acquired in January by the private equity firm Bradford Equities Management LLC. Lloyd Coppedge will serve as president and CEO of the company, which will be based in Concordville, Pa. ...

ITT Industries tenders offer for German water treatment firm.(Vendor & Supplier News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... ITT Industries, through its subsidiary ITT Industries German Holding GmbH, launched a public offer for WEDECO Aktiengesellschaft Water Technology, a manufacturer of ozone oxidation and ultraviolet disinfection equipment based in Duesseldorf,...

Ace Hardware recognizes CSA certification.(Vendor & Supplier News)
February 1, 2004... CSA International, the Toronto-based certification and testing organization, announced that Ace Hardware Corp. has formally recognized the CSA certification mark for electrical, mechanical and gas-fueled products. Ace is a cooperative of more...

NIBCO celebrates 100 years.(Vendor & Supplier News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Elkhart, Ind.-based NIBCO began its 100th anniversary on Nov. 12, 2003. The company is planning celebrations for its shareholders, associates and customers throughout the year leading up to the anniversary date on Nov. 12, 2004. In other...

MTI introduces lifetime warranty.(Vendor & Supplier News)(MTI Whirlpools)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... MTI Whirlpools is offering the whirlpool tub industry's first lifetime warranty on more than 70 models of the company's soaking, whirlpool and air bathtubs. The protection, effective Jan. 1, 2004, covers defects in materials or workmanship in...

Delta Faucet opens new central distribution center.(Vendor & Supplier News)
February 1, 2004... Jackson, Tenn., is the location of Delta Faucet Co's new central distribution center. Construction began in July 2003, and company officials expect a majority of Delta's volume to be shipped out of this 255,000-sq.-ft. facility by mid-2004. It...

TDIndustries on Fortune's best employer list.(rankings )(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Dallas-based TDIndustries was ranked No. 7 in Fortune magazine's 2004 "Top 100 Best Companies to Work For." The company has been consistently listed in the top 100 since 1998.

AMPAM sells Commercial Sherwood mechanical.(AMPAM Commercial Sherwood Plumbing sold to Sherwood Mechanical Inc.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... American Plumbing and Mechanical sold AMPAM Commercial Sherwood Plumbing to Sherwood Mechanical Inc., which was formed under the existing local management. This sale is part of AMPAM's restructuring strategy. Poway, Calif.-based Sherwood...

New Tech Assistance Program introduced.(Contractor's Friend)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Contractor's Friend, a sales and marketing consulting firm, is offering the Tech Level Assistance Program, featuring ride-along analysis with operations manager Lee Brooks, a former plumber and technician. Availability is listed; for more...

PAMCANI chooses new officers.(Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association of Northern Illinois has elected Raymond Turner, John Bali, Gary Rippentrop Sr. and others.)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors Association of Northern Illinois elected Raymond Turner of Lenert Plumbing (Naperville, Ill.) as its 2004-2005 president. Other officers elected are: John Bali of Another Plumbing Co. (Naperville, Ill.)...

Are you destined to be a one-man band? A few common traits of the 'lone guns' in the industry.(Business Tips)
February 1, 2004... One-man shops are prolific in the plumbing, heating and cooling trades. I suppose that for every one-man operation, there's a unique reason why the proprietor has chosen to go it alone, but I have found a few common traits. If you are the "lone...

Garage warming: a 'must have' when planning a new hydronic space heating system in a cold and snowy climate.(Hydronics Workshop)
February 1, 2004... As you read this, the Northern States is in the middle of a cold and snowy winter. With spring several weeks away, many of you are already tired of cold-cranking your cars engine life after each frigid night. Perhaps you're also sick of...

Critical: contracting: teamwork is just as vital as mechanical skills for J.F. Ahern's healthcare construction business.
February 1, 2004... Take away the dressing gown that ties in the back, and a mechanical contractor can start drawing a lot of parallels between the relationship with an engineer and the relationship with a physician. Like P.E.s, M.D.s may: * keep you...

Impressive fleet.(PM's Truck of the Month)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... This month's truck of the month winner is no stranger to Plumbing & Mechanical. Having previously been recognized for its Web site and inventive use of snowmelt (not to mention winners of the PM/Wearguard "Re-Do Your Crew" uniform contest in...

Advanced drain cleaning tips.(cleaning services)
February 1, 2004... "Look neat, right down to the hat and shoes," advises Donald "Mac" MacDonald, owner and founder of Rooter Man, Billerica, Mass. "If you don't look the part, who is going to trust you? If you were a chef at a fancy restaurant but you wore a...

Dual flush dilemma: could the answer to America's water shortage come from down under?(Plumbing Primer)
February 1, 2004... When I started in the plumbing profession, no one had the faintest idea how efficient water closets flushed urine. Quite frankly no one cared. The main problem was getting rid of the solids. The bowl evacuated the contents and fresh water was...

Any system beats no system, or does it? Tips for beefing up your selling system.(Managing Your Business)
February 1, 2004... Many owner started techs. That's where we learned that unique skill of being able to put a square peg in a round hole! All it takes is a big enough sledgehammer, enormous effort and willingness to accept the dismal results. It's just like...

Series circuits: or, why we don't need all that math from electricity class.(Hydronic Controls)(Column)
February 1, 2004... Over the past year in this column, we've talked about the basic components of circuit. Now let's talk about how they're wired together into a circuit. If you have one of each of the basic components of a circuit (power supply, switch and...

How to score jobsite employees: gives above-average employees incentive to consistently produce.(Practical Management)
February 1, 2004... Jobsite labor is typically one-half of a contractors expense on a project. Naturally that will vary with the type of material and equipment specified. Your supervision office coordination value engineering and prefab capabilities can double...

New Anvil pipe hanger catalog.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The most comprehensive catalog of pipe hangers and supports available to the industry has now been published by Anvil International. Anvil, formerly known as Grinnell Supply Sales, offers the most complete selection of engineered hangers and...

RBI Dominator Series boilers and water heaters.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... RBI Dominator Series boilers and water heaters offer Btu sizes from 300 to 2,100 mbh, with thermal efficiencies up to 85 percent. Proportional firing up to four stages provides built-in redundancy and high turndown for system efficiency....

Hydrotherm Sabre Boiler.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Introducing the Hydrotherm Sabre Boiler, with its brushed stainless-steel jacket and its all on-top connections. A boiler that is sure to be well-received by contractors and homeowners alike. The brushed stainless-steel jacket gives an...

Futera II.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The Futera II, the next generation of innovative, advanced hot-water-supply boilers, provides 85 percent efficiency, noncondensing with industry-leading NOx levels of less than 10 ppm. The Futera II operates a step-by-step cycle of operation in...

More cast iron means better performance.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The Series 8, with its rugged cast-iron construction, offers commercial quality in a residential boiler. With cast-iron sections, thicker and deeper than in other leading boilers, the Series 8 offers a multitude of performance advantages,...

SpacePak central air conditioning.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... SpacePak is the ideal complement for homes using today's modern radiant heating systems. It is a central air conditioning system for homes unable to accommodate conventional systems. Ideal for older "ductless" homes, SpacePak uses flexible...

The first name in Kickspace heaters.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Beacon/Morris Kickspace heaters are the space-saving alternative to hot water baseboard. Designed to fit inconspicuously under a cabinet, in the floor, or on or in the wall, kick-space heaters are ideal for hard-to-heat areas such as foyers,...

Airtherm HVAC.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Airtherm fan coils are the smart solution for institutional, commercial and multi-residential heating and cooling applications. Airtherm units are extremely durable with 18-gauge casing standard and the industry's only 14-gauge option. With its...

Beacon/Morris horizontal serpentine hot water unit heaters.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Beacon/Morris is pleased to offer hot water horizontal unit heaters for residential, commercial and industrial use. With pipe connections from the side, these units are ideal for installation in areas where ceiling space is limited, such as...

Radiant ceiling panels.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Sterling radiant panel ceiling systems are an energy- and cost-saving method of heating and cooling. They are available in three basic types: linear for wall to-wall installation, modular for installation in standard t-bar ceiling grids, and...

Affordable underground boring with the BorZit system.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... BorZit lays pipe under sidewalks, driveways or streets faster with less effort for under $250. Bores a 2-inch, 3-inch or 4 3/4-inch hole at 1 ft. per minute with amazing accuracy. Can bore up to 60 feet under most soil conditions. Powered by a...

The first Cut-to-Length Flex Connector.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The revolutionary new Lorenz 20-1nch Cut-to-Length Flex Connector has been professionally designed to simplify under-counter and decorative pedestal plumbing installations up to 20 inches. The Flex Connector is comprised of a 12-inch-long, 3...

Contractor job site reference.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... This catalog is designed with the jobsite contractor in mind. It contains 192 of our most requested submittal drawings giving the contractor unfettered access to important installation information without having to refer to the Smith Yellow...

Walton pipe extractors.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Walton "REPS" extractors remove broken pipes and studs that deft/" movement. They make a strong, four-point grip without hammering or pounding and are made of hardened steel. The extractors pull rather than ream, and they release instantly....

Tecumseh Indoor Water Quality.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... With Tecumseh Indoor Water Quality (IWQ) water treatment products, you can offer customers an alternative to high-cost water treatment. Tecumseh IWQ systems use the best available technology in the industry to provide clean, clear, softened...

Portable pump puller.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Pul-A-Pump's patented design provides state-of-the-art performance in a portable pump-pulling device. Built-in features allow efficient, one-man operation. Unique belt drive mechanism affords continual automatic adjustment to varying diameters...

Energy kinetics.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Have you checked out System 2000 lately? This compact, high performance combined heat and hot water system features an advanced whisper quiet spiral boiler design that delivers peak efficiency regardless of the heating load. System 2000...

Safgard 1100 'Mini' Low Water Cut-Off.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Hydrolevel Co.'s Safgard 1100 "Mini" Low-Water Cut-Off for residential gas water boilers is the most compact available. On-board diagnostic power and low water lights simplify troubleshooting while a burner circuit test button makes periodic...

Cast Iron Technical Manual.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Learn more about Charlotte Pipe and Foundry's cast-iron product offering in this Cast-Iron Technical Manual, your one-stop source for all your cast iron piping system needs. We manufacture a full line of Service-Weight and Extra-Heavy cast iron...

Full-line instruction catalog.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The Gorton Heating catalog includes its line of fast-venting valves for every steam heating system. A complete schematic, with accompanying instructions, explains the exact placement of its valves within a building to ensure efficient,...

Quiet House System.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Charlotte Pipe and Foundry's Quiet House[R] System for residential drain, waste and vent (DWV) systems is featured in this informative four-color brochure. The Quiet House System comprises cast-iron waste piping and plastic vent lines for a...

Injection boards 65100 Series.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The injection boards 65100 Series from Heatlink features a compact metal cabinet with a capacity of 70,000-195,000 Btu output. It is pre-engineered, fabricated and wired. It includes a five-year parts and labor warranty. The 65100 Series...

AutoCAD CD improves efficiency.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Charlotte Pipe and Foundry's AutoCAD 2.0 CD features updated two- and three-dimensional drawings for all Charlotte Pipe and Foundry products, including our new PVC large-diameter fittings. It also includes all the product specifications and...

Hackney shelving/tray kits for service bodies.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Available for 12-ft.- and 14-ft.-length bodies. All 56 aluminum shelves are 22-inches wide with a 1-inch retainer lip; mounted on vertical tracks for adjustability. Includes fixed pipe shelves for 10ft. lengths, and fixed ladder shelves...

Point-of-use water heaters feature advanced control.(Information Showcase )
February 1, 2004... Stiebel Eltron, the manufacturer of the very depandable DHC series instantaneous point-of-use water heaters, is expanding its range by adding two new models with electronic temperature control. Set the knob on the front cover to any temperature...

The Quad-Flo bypass valve from Tomlinson Industries.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Tomlinson Industries' Quad-Flo[TM] bypass valve is a four-way, two-position valve made of solid brass, featuring a Teflon[R] "QuadSeal[TM]" to ensure a smooth, positive operating action. A single two-position handle requires an easy 90-degree...

New and improved Model N.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The improved Model N sectional drain cleaner from Electric Eel can hold either 75 feet of the 5-ft. sectional dualmatic cable or 100 feet of 1/2-inch diameter continuous inner-core cable in the enlarged drum. The open winding of the outer cable...

Unlimited hot water.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Ergomax[R] instantaneous, indirect water heaters/heat exchangers produce hot water as long as needed--from filling spa tubs to restaurants needing 180-degree F water for dishwashing. Ergomax units operate at 99 percent efficiency. Virtually...

Quick Release tubing cutters.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... Quick Release[TM] cutter is a Reed invention and still the industry standard. Cuts copper, aluminum, light wall steel and stainless-steel tubing. With a quick cut: wheel change due to Reed's ball tent wheel pin, the cutter can be used t plastic...

New Power Feed for Mini-Rooter.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... General Pipe Cleaners announces a new Power Feed attachment for its Mini-Rooter[TM] that makes feeding and retracting the cable much easier. Quickly attached to all Mini Rooters manufactured by General Pipe Cleaners in the last 15 years, the...

AutoCut copper tube cutter available in 1-inch size.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The new 1-inch AutoCut[TM] from General Pipe Cleaners slices copper tubing in tight spots--even with less than 1 inch of clearance from a wall during stub-out work. Like the 1/2-inch and 3/4-inch models, the new AutoCut fits in the palm of your...

Cold-Shot Pipe Freezing Kit.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The Cold-Shot[TM] Pipe Freezing Kit from General Pipe Cleaners lets you repair an operating water system--without draining water lines, sprinkler systems or hot water systems before cutting pipe or tubing. Using carbon dioxide (C[O.sub.2]) in...

New low-profile cast-iron baseboard.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... New Rhino Cast cast-iron baseboard from Slant/Fin has a lower profile and lower price than old style models. Rhino-Cast is about 1 1/2 inches lower, yet its heat output compares with the higher, bulkier models. That means less weight for...

Slice through grease, sludge, sand & ice with the jet set.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... General Pipe Cleaners manufactures a full line of high pressure jet drain cleaning machines for clearing drains clogged with grease, sand, sludge and ice. General's Jet Set, designed to clear drains from 1 1/2 inches to 8 inches in diameter, is...

New high output Slant/Fin baseboard.(Information Showcase)
February 1, 2004... The output, size and strength of new Slant/Fin Baseline 70 baseboard make it ideal for multi-family housing, light commercial and high-output residential heating applications. Its economy price makes Baseline 70 particularly suited for highly...

Trenchless rehabilitation with Perm-Liner.(Product of the Month)
February 1, 2004... Perma-Liner Industries Inc. is located in Largo, Fla., and is a manufacturer of trenchless rehabilitation products for sewer pipes, manholes and other conduit structures. Perma-Liner Industries Inc. originated in 1998. Since then,...

Post and pipe level.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Post And Pipe Level: BAHCO North America offers a new line of premium levels for construction applications, including the 851120 Post and Pipe Level, which uses a folding design to open at any angle. It features built-in click locks every 15...

Impact wrench.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Impact Wrench: Makita USA Inc. announces the release of its new 6917DWDE 12-volt 3/8-inch Drive Cordless Impact Wrench. It features a compact design and variable speed for controlled fastening. It has a maximum torque of 88.3 ft./lb. and weighs...

Concrete driller.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Concrete Driller: Litgen Concrete Cutting & Coring Co. offers the Dimas DM 225 handheld drill motor for drilling concrete, brick and other masonry material. It features a high power-to-weight ratio, and is ideal for tight areas. Easy to...

Saw blades.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Saw Blades: The M.K. Morse Co. offers high production band saw blades. The Independence IFM and Independence EXSTM blades use an innovative microstructure that combines a high-performance, high-speed steel cutting edge with a high fatigue...

Grips and Wire Mesh Grips.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Grips And Wire Mesh Grips: King Innovation introduces Grips and Wire Mesh Grips for pipe pulling and boring pull-backs. King grips offer easy coupling and quick release for any pipe sized from 3/4 inch to 4 inches. Wire mesh grips can be used...

Electric rotary hammer.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Electric Rotary Hammer: Bosch has an upgraded version of its electric Bulldog rotary hammer with a patented rotation brush system, the 11250VSR. The new model offers a larger 6-amp Bosch built motor, tool-flee bit changes, integral dutch that...

Tube cutting line.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Tube Cutting Line: Lenox introduces a new line of four professional tubing cutters that ensure a clean, accurate cut every time. Each improves efficiency with on-board wheel storage with one extra wheel, and a full-stop system that keeps the...

One-handed pipe wrench.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... One-Handed Pipe Wrench: Irwin industrial Tools' VISE-GRIPr Quick Adjusting Pipe Wrench adjusts quickly with one hand, fits in tight work spaces and is 40 percent lighter than standard 14-inch cast-iron pipe wrenches, The 2 1/4-inch jaw capacity...

Duct Tool [no photo].(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Duct Tool [no photo]: La Perche Diffusion Designs launched a new tool, the AEC 2000 rod, which recesses ducts for plumbing, electrical or other purposes without holes or plasterwork. It can work for up to 8 feet in a single operation in all...

Reciprocating saw.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... Reciprocating Saw: Porter Cable introduces the first rotating handle on a reciprocating saw, the Tiger Saw[R] 9747. The handle adjusts to 90 degrees to both the left and right for tight cuts, and 180 degrees when the blade is oriented upside...

New humidifier features.(Tools)
February 1, 2004... New Humidifier Features: Honeywell has added several new features to its whole house humidifiers, the Enviracaire Elite[TM] HE225, HE265 and 365, as well as the Perfect Climate HE220, HE260 and HE360. An updated version of the H1008...