Plumbing & Mechanical articles from June 2008

Plumbing & Mechanical archives from June 2008

Trade Associations.(Letters TO THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
June 1, 2008... Everything Jim said is true ("What Good Are Trade Associations?" April 2008 PM). However, it missed today's problem and today's need for PHCC active member support. For the last several years we have been blasted with lead paint on toys...

Trade Association relevance continues today.(Letters TO THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
June 1, 2008... Jim Olsztynski's "What Good Are Trade Associations?" editorial in April's PM was a timely reminder about the positive impact strong trade associations, like the Chicago PCA (a PHCC affiliate), can make for their members and society at large....

One more editorial.(Letters TO THE EDITOR)(Editorial)(Letter to the editor)
June 1, 2008... I have my own HVACR company with no payroll, and have been in business 12 years. Jim Olsztynski's March editorial ("Selling Trade Careers," March 2008) ran government numbers of 75,000 U.S. HVAC and plumbing contractors with employees, plus...

New study reaffirms need to increase affordability of healthcare.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
June 1, 2008... The Kauffman-RAND Institute for Entrepreneurship Public Policy announced results from a study that examined the impact of rising healthcare costs on small business. The study found that half of all small businesses that offer health insurance...

Fewer small construction, contracting businesses considering expansion.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
June 1, 2008... The reality of the economy and decreasing confidence about near-term business prospects are compelling fewer owners and managers of small construction and contracting businesses to consider expanding their operations, according to the recently...

PHCC-NA goes to Washington.(PHCC NEWS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] About 150 chapter leaders and members of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association met in the nation's capitol for the association's annual Leadership and Legislative Conference, April 30-May 3....

Indiana PHCC advises consumers on post-earthquake safety.(PHCC NEWS)
June 1, 2008... After a 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck the Illinois-Indiana state line April 18, the Indiana Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors took the lead on providing consumers with after-earthquake safety tips. In a news release to...

Texas PHCC Foundation awards scholarships.(PHCC NEWS)
June 1, 2008... The Associated Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas Charitable and Educational Foundation awarded a total of $22,000 in scholarships to students for 2008. Scholarships were awarded on the basis of academic ability, school participation...

Metro Washington PHCC helps rebuilding programs.(PHCC NEWS)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... The Metropolitan Washington Association of Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors (MWPHCC) participated in two rebuilding projects in April: the Christmas in April program in Prince George's County (Md.), and Rebuilding Together in the...

Kansas PHCC to host Midwest Contractors Expo.(PHCC NEWS)
June 1, 2008... The Kansas Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association Inc. will hold its annual Midwest Contractors Expo '08 Oct. 16-17 at the Broadview Hotel in Wichita, Kan. For more information or to register for the event, visit the Web site...

U.S. plumbing demand to grow through 2011.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
June 1, 2008... According to a recent report by market research company Freedonia Group, plumbing fixtures and fittings demand in the United States is expected to advance 2.6 percent annually through 2011 to $11.4 billion. The study said growth will be...

John Perry, Victaulic vice president.(OBITUARY)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] John E. Perry, 61, vice president of fire protection and new business with Victaulic Co. (Easton, Pa), died May 1, 2008. He had been with Victaulic since 1997 and was responsible for leading the company into the fire...

EMCOR Group expands KidSafety program.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
June 1, 2008... Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell; Ernie Allen, president and CEO of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC); and EMCOR Group Chairman and CEO Frank T. MacInnis recently announced the expansion of EMCOR's "Taking KidSafety...

The IAPMO Green Technical Committee.('Green' News Roundup)(Brief article)(Conference notes)
June 1, 2008... The IAPMO Green Technical Committee convened its first meeting April 9 in Chicago to develop green plumbing, mechanical and solar codes. The committee was formed in the wake of a directive from IAPMO's board of directors to mandate a minimum 10...

MCA of Chicago.('Green' News Roundup)
June 1, 2008... MCA of Chicago is moving its headquarters to a "green" building in the Chicago suburbs, complete with a state-of-art training facility. PM editors were invited to tour the building, which is still under construction, to see the application of...

The Green Mechanical Council.('Green' News Roundup)(Ralph Avallone appointed at the board)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... The Green Mechanical Council announced the appointment of Ralph Avallone (international president of the Green Energy Council) to the Green Mechanical Council board. He is a strong proponent of "Smart Sustainable Growth" principles and is a...

According to recent McGraw-Hill Construction market research investigating "green" home building (co-sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders), the residential green building market is expected to be worth $12 billion to $20 billion (6-10 percent of the market) this year.('Green' News Roundup)
June 1, 2008... According to recent McGraw-Hill Construction market research investigating "green" home building (co-sponsored by the National Association of Home Builders), the residential green building market is expected to be worth $12 billion to $20...

The Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association.('Green' News Roundup)
June 1, 2008... The Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association created a new online resource for green builders and others looking for current information regarding green and sustainable plumbing and piping systems. The PPFA's Sustainable Piping Systems Committee...

Price Pfister.('Green' News Roundup)
June 1, 2008... Price Pfister announced that it has partnered with the EPA's WaterSense program. The Ashfield collection of lavatory trough faucets is the first in a new lineup of Price Pfister product families designed to bear the WaterSense label. Ashfield...

American Standard.('Green' News Roundup)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... American Standard has become the first founding partner of the GreenPlumbers USA training and accreditation program. GreenPlumbers USA offers training workshops and accreditation to plumbers and contractors throughout the United States. The...

The Environmental Protection Agency's Region 7.('Green' News Roundup)
June 1, 2008... The Environmental Protection Agency's Region 7 recently developed fact sheets to inform plumbing, heating and cooling contractors who repair or replace mercury-containing gas regulators, pressure gauges, heat generators and thermostats about...

NKBA report shows remodeling remains strong.(Around THE INDUSTRY)(Report)
June 1, 2008... While the overall housing market remains weak, kitchen and bath remodeling continues to be a source of strength in the industry, according to the 2008 Kitchen/Bath Industry Outlook, which is published by the National Kitchen & Bath Association:...

Plumbing Museum relocates.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
June 1, 2008... The Plumbing Museum--founded in the 1970s by the family of Russell Manoog, Manoog Supply in Worcester, Mass.--is being moved to a renovated icehouse at the Watertown, Mass., company headquarters of J.C. Cannistraro, headed by John Cannistraro...

1 in 4 homeowners to spend tax rebate on home.
June 1, 2008... A national consumer survey from Johns Manville found that 24 percent of U.S. homeowners are considering using their federal economic tax rebate stimulus to upgrade or improve their homes. The most popular projects for respondents...

AFSA to conduct inspection seminar.(American Fire Sprinkler Association)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... The American Fire Sprinkler Association will offer a 90-minute virtual seminar "The Business of Inspections--Risk and Rewards" July 15, 2008, at 12 p.m. Eastern. Presented by industry expert Russ Leavitt, this seminar will discuss liabilities...

Service Roundtable creates Hall of Leaders.
June 1, 2008... The Service Roundtable's Plumbing, Heating and Air-Conditioning Hall of Leaders was created for those recognized as servant leaders by the group. The Servant Leader Award recognizes outstanding individuals who lead through service to their...

PMI members learn being green isn't always easy.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
June 1, 2008... Members of the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute discovered at their spring meeting that this whole green building thing might be more complicated than advertised. First, manufacturers have to deal with the multitude of green building...

Deca acquires American Standard Brazilian plants.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)(Duratex S.A. acquiring American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Duratex's Deca Division recently acquired both American Standard operations in Brazil, with plants in Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The total production capacity of these two industrial units is 1.8 million pieces per year, which increases the...

RIDGID Roadshow travels this summer.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)(Brief article)(Calendar)
June 1, 2008... At the RIDGID Reputation Roadshow 2008, trade professionals will be able to look at innovations in visual inspection, utility location, drain maintenance and pressing technology. Attendees will also be able to participate in interactive...

State Water Heaters recently awarded Angel Espericaeta, a South Texas College student.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Caption: State Water Heaters recently awarded Angel Espericaeta, a South Texas College student, with an academic scholarship to continue studies in the HVAC and plumbing associate degree program. The scholarship was...

Gone, but not forgotten: it's not easy, but it's not a bad idea to track down some of your ex-employees.(Editorial)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you've been in this business for any time at all, you've probably lost a few good employees to other contractors. When it happens, it hurts. Most of us let our emotions get involved and essentially disown...

Changing perspective: leave that tradesman mind-set behind.(Business TIPS)(Column)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Well before the turn of the century, in the decade when I was in high school, I played quite a bit of chess. For much of my chess-playing career, my role was as an ego booster for nearly every nerd at school. I was...

Thermal accumulators: another European concept that will eventually show up in North America.(Hydronics WORKSHOP)
June 1, 2008... A significant advantage of hydronic heating is the ability to use heat from a wide variety of heat sources. These include traditional devices such as gas- and oil-fired boilers, as well as alternative sources such as geothermal heat pumps,...

Solar by the seat of your pants.(RADIANT & HYDRONICS E-NEWS: THE GLITCH & THE FIX)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... Overview: Much of the hardware used in solar thermal systems is similar if not identical to that used in "classic" hydronic heating. With additional training, many hydronic heating pros can extend their skill set to include design and...

PM's 2008 rep of the year: Dellon Sales: success is measured in relationships for this rep firm.(INDUSTRY EDUCATOR)(Company overview)
June 1, 2008... "Visiting Dellon Sales Co.'s outgrown facility... is like watching a movie on fast-forward as about half of the firm's 39 employees scurry about at double-time while others talk on the phone, occasionally barking out snippets of information to...

The young entrepreneur.(PM TRUCK OF THE MONTH)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I had a lot of misconceptions about this month's Truck Of The Month. But here are some facts about Phoenix-based DrainPro Plumbing: * It's a strictly plumbing service company that's been in business under the...

A load of laundry on rye.(A BUSINESS SAVES MONEY BY GOING TANKLESS.)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] When Marine Jesus Ortiz was stationed at Camp LeJune, N.C., he spent some time doing laundry at a place that served double-duty as laundromat and cafe. So when he left the Marines a few...

Radiant oxymoron.(Guest editorial)
June 1, 2008... How can something be complex and simple at the same time? It seems to be an oxymoron, yet that is a description of much of our world. The term "user-friendly" is a result of this dilemma of making things that are inherently complex simple to...

Sun shines at rex.(Calendar)
June 1, 2008... Solar and other alternative energies will be discussed at the Radiant Panel Association's Radiant EXPO, Aug. 13-15, Schaumburg, Ill. "Radiant heating has always been green," says Larry Drake, the group's executive director. Here are some...

Harnessing the energy of the sun and the earth: two green building proponents find unique ways to incorporate solar and geothermal energy to fuel radiant heating systems.
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RADIANT SYSTEMS that use collected energy from the sun through solar panels and from the ground through geothermal heat pumps are becoming more popular, especially with the state of today's fuel prices. The fact that...

Ferguson's fab shop: where craftsmen go to work: this distributor is raising the bar on service to an expanding radiant community.(Ferguson Hydronics)(Company overview)
June 1, 2008... The Rockies are a stronghold of hydronic and especially radiant heat, owing to a climate in which people tend to turn on their a/c only about a dozen days a year, if they even have it. The state is also one of the greenest around and...

On the waterfront: radiant heating can be found in many places, but it also can be improved.
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I've seen some unusual projects in my years as a radiant contractor in Seattle, but a recent project ranks as the most interesting and challenging. It also led to some new friendships. When the phone rang in...

Wetstock gets: resurrected for charity: the hydronics community comes together for sharing and giving back.
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Alter a three-year hiatus, Dan Holohan resurrected his "Wetstock" gathering of hydronic heating buffs in Denver April 12, drawing 205 participants and, for the first time, 18 exhibitors. The Wetstock term was...

Calendar of events.(Calendar)
June 1, 2008... RADIANT TRAINING: The year is half over, but there's still plenty of time to get educated in the latest radiant, hydronic and green technologies. From online webinars and factory training to tradeshows and conferences, here are some remaining...

REHAU's RAUPANEL delivers more heat than competitive radiant systems.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In independent heat output testing of major radiant heating systems, RAUPANEL delivered the most heat. With this superior heat output, water temperatures can be lowered, saving energy. RAUPANEL works efficiently...

On-Screen Digitizer.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With the new On-Screen Digitizer from FastEST Inc., users can import plans of many different digital formats directly into FastPIPE[TM] and FastDUCT[TM] Estimating Software. By having the digital plan interface with...

PricePoint software.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PricePoint has been helping "Mom and Pop" plumbing and HVAC contractors get organized and stay profitable since 1993. Version 4.26 makes scheduling and dispatching even easier with day/week/ month views, and a change...

Crack Isolation Waterproof Membrane for radiant-heated floors.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Protect your marble, stone or luxury tile from shrinkage cracks and moisture migration with 40-mil COMPOSEAL GOLD Crack Isolation Waterproof Membrane, used in radiant-heated flooring since 1992. COMPOSEAL GOLD is...

Award-winning condensing boiler.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] AERCO's award-winning Modulex condensing boiler family has revolutionized the hydronic heating market. Available in six sizes from 300,000 to 1 million Btu/hr., the Modulex line features bestin-class turndown--up to...

Unlimited hot water.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ergomax heat exchangers continuously produce hot water as long as needed--for spa tubs, apartment buildings, hotels, dormitories, dishwashers needing 180-degree F water in restaurants, etc. Ergomax units operate at...

System secures pipe/tube/conduit/cable.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Litchfield International offers its CLIC[R]-X supports and hangers for all types of pipe, tube, conduit and cable. The Strutcatcher[R] allows redundant piping systems to be prefabricated. Product has 23 years of...

Mini-split from Fujitsu.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Fujitsu's Multi-Zone mira-split air conditioners and heat pumps allow you to connect up to four indoor units to one outdoor unit, allowing you to heat or cool up to four zones at once. Select either a 24,000 or...

The answer to the high price of copper.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Keeping copper tube affordable today is a challenge. Because T-Drill reduces the cost of installing tee fittings by 90 percent, it is the answer to the high price of copper. Combine that with having the codes and...

Myson radiators heating through innovation.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Myson combines imagination and European tradition in its new 2008 catalog. You'll find nearly 300 different sizes of innovative heating products for your home, baths and spas, retirement homes, or wherever your needs...

Stainless-steel outdoor showers.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Pool Shower Inc. manufactures stainless-steel shower units that are resistant to damage from harsh weather and pool chemicals. All showers come complete with installation hardware, and are available in...

History of Plumbing Series Now On CD-ROM.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] More than 60 pages of plumbing and heating history articles are now available on CD-ROM. Plumbing & Mechanical's History Of Plumbing covers ancient plumbing, waterborne diseases, early American innovation, the...

Radiant Precision 2007 by John Siegenthaler.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This book is filled with the formulas, graphics and excellent schematics that John has become known for. Find everything from simple tube layout to intense calculations for flow restrictors in manifold assemblies....

Radiant & Hydronics E-News, Web site.(INFORMATION SHOWCASE)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Radiant & Hydronics E-News is a twice-monthly e-newsletter full of the latest happenings in the world of radiant and hydronic heating professionals. Each edition features industry news, the latest products,...

A deadline for homeowners: it's no lawyer joke. Your customers may be entitled to money from a $324 million settlement.
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In the early 1990s, nearly 25 million feet of Goodyear Tire & Rubber Entran II radiant hose was sold throughout the United States and Canada. However, a major defect was discovered and caused various types of...

PEX-AI-PEX.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)(Zurn Industries )(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PEX-AI-PEX: The new Alumicor[R] PEX-AI-PEX tub ing offers the benefits of cross-linked polyethylene tubing plus it holds its shape when bent. A layer of aluminum is sandwiched between two layers of PEX that not only...

Oil-fired boiler.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... Oil-Fired Boiler: The TriFire threepass oil-fired boiler features easy installation through simple wiring, a small footprint and a piping manifold tree. It is compact and strong, with a maximum allowable working pressure of 65 psi. Wide flue...

Hydronic control.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hydronic Control: The Climate Control[TM] Multifunction Controller is a hydronic controller that offers a streamlined, less time-intensive approach to installing controls for radiant heating and cooling systems....

Zone control.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Zone Control: Available now is the next generation of Bell & Gossett ZoneTroF[TM] II zone pump controllers with optional outdoor reset control. Ideal for green building applications. Standard features include DHW...

New low water cutoff.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... New Low Water Cutoff [no photo]: LTR Series Low Water Cutoff offers a more advanced low water cutoff control for use with residential hot water boilers. It is designed around the expressed needs of residential boiler installers and service...

Digital Thermostat.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Digital Thermostat: The D-26F digital thermostat is specifically designed for radiant floor heating systems. It is simple to install and operate without any programming steps. A 10-foot auxiliary remote sensor is...

Floor panel.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... Floor Panel [no photo]: The FloorPanel system for dry, above-floor radiant heating applications features a unique design that easily secures 3/8-inch PEX tubing with 8-inch on-center spaong in any direction--straight runs, turns or both....

Gypsum underlayment.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Gypsum Underlayment: ThermaFloor[R] is a gypsum underlayment designed to pour over hot water tubes or electric heating cables. It acts as the thermal mass for any radiant floor system. Therma-Floor encases the tubes...

Foamboard Stapler.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... Foamboard Stapler [no photo]: The FBSN Foamboard Stapler is for infloor radiant heating installations. Solid one-piece aluminum magazine stands up to any rugged jobsite environment. A leaf spring-controlled stop automatically adjusts to set up...

Commercial modCon.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Commercial ModCon: This new mod/con commercial condensing boiler features a high-grade Inconel load-matching gas burner with a 5:1 turndown to meet the variable needs for space heating and DHW in a single...

Air separator for Solar.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Air Separator For Solar: The DISCALAIR Solar 251 Series air separator can increase the life of a solar heating system by continuously and automatically eliminating air, including microbubbles, from primary circuits....

Enhanced Indirect.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... Enhanced Indirect: The Squire Indirect Water Heater has been enhanced. When used with a high-efficiency condensing boiler, Squire uses the energy generated to heat the home and also heat domestic water, consuming fuel more efficiently than a...

Space, DHW All-In-One.(NEW PRODUCTS: RADIANT AND HYDRONICS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Space, DHW All-In-One: The Prestige Excellence is a condensing wall-mounted boiler with a built-in "tank-in-tank" indirect-fired water heater. This 95 percent AFUE boiler incorporates a 15-gallon indirect-fired water...

Tank vs. tankless update: know the pros and cons of each water heater, and decide what is best for the installation.(Plumbing: PRIMER)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With "green" the latest buzzworld, there has been a resurrection of the debate on tank-type water heaters versus tankless water heaters. I have an engineering friend who reduces the debate to a simple statement:...

Office by design: a floor plan is as important as any other type of plan you need to run an effective business.(Managing YOUR BUSINESS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] What makes me a specialist at desiring office layouts? Well, you'll need to know a little bit about my own shop. My dad and my uncle had started the business in 1936 in what was then a thriving beach community...

Sunshine value engineering, or how to beat the heat: tips on keeping your employees healthy while working on hot, sunny jobsites.(Practical MANAGEMENT)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We cannot control the weather, but we can definitely lessen these damaging effects of working in the hot sunlight: * Productivity is low due to the high temperature and excessive sweating. * Employees may...

Clean hands.(FIRST PLACE)(Product/service evaluation)(Brief article)
June 1, 2008... We all know that working on oil-fired equipment is messy and there is no way around it. I tried wearing gloves, but it is hard to work in them, so I found that Clorox does the best job of cleaning dirty hands. Mix a 50 percent solution of...

Getting out of cooking.(tool tips)
June 1, 2008... I have a plumbing tool that I refuse to be without--a plastic turkey baster with a short piece of hose. I do not recommend the cheaper variety of turkey baster as they do not stand up to constant use and banging around in the tool bag. If you...

Tooth brush.(tool tips)
June 1, 2008... Instead of using an acid brush when fluxing copper fittings, try using a toothbrush. The bristles are at a 90-degree angle with the handle and can coat the inside surface with one revolution. It takes less time to do than with a conventional...

'Pushing' design forward: upgrade your customers' bath waste and overflow drains.(PLUMBING TRENDS)
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] WHEN IT COMES TO accessories for the bath, most homeowners think about towel bars, mirrors, lighting and coordinated fixtures--the pretty stuff. However,...

Manufacturers rep directory 2008.(ALABAMA-NEW MEXICO)(Directory)
June 1, 2008... ALABAMA A.W. Ferguson Co. Inc. 210 N. Confederate Dr. Spanish Fort, AL 36527 (251) 626-0685 Fax: (251) 626-4933 awfco0l@aol.com A.W. Ferguson, Pres.; Andy Ferguson, Office Mgr. TERRITORY/STATES SERVED: AL, MS, FL...

Manufacturers rep directory 2008.(NEW YORK-PUERTO RICO)
June 1, 2008... NEW YORK Alco Sales 19 Curtis Pl. Lynbrook, NY 11563 (516) 887-3888 Fax: (516) 593-5569 info@alco-sales.com www.alco-sales.com Al Lipsky TERRITORY/STATES SERVED: Lower NY State, Five boroughs, Nassau, Suffolk,...

What exactly is a green home? Good question. You can take your pick from as many as 30 regional programs, if you want to build green. But at least two groups are vying for national status.
June 1, 2008... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Although it's a tiny part of the overall market, green homebuilding has risen 50 percent since 2004, according to the National Association of Home Builders (www.nahb.com). According to recent McGraw-Hill...

The great water wars.(Director's Update)
June 1, 2008... Remember the great cowboy movies that dominated entertainment, both on the big screen and early television in the mid-1950s and early 1960s? Many had common themes: the triumph of good over evil, truth and justice over falsehood and duplicity,...

Webstone Company Inc. Pro-Connect Valves.(PRODUCT Of The MONTH)
June 1, 2008... The Webstone line of Pro-ConnectTM Valves represents a new level of convenience and versatility. The Pro-Connect series is a full line of heavyduty brass valves for use with all types of crimp and quick-connect fittings available on the...