Plumbing & Mechanical articles from May 2006

Plumbing & Mechanical archives from May 2006

New chicks?(Letters TO THE EDITOR)(Letter to the editor)
May 1, 2006... While perusing the front cover of this month's Supply House Times, I was reviewing what appeared to be a very interesting program. Then I saw the name of one of the sessions--"Old Dogs & New Chicks: Women in the Plumbing Industry." I am really...

MCAA convention in Hawaii features memorable events, speakers.(Mechanical Contractors Association of America's conventions)
May 1, 2006... It's always difficult to cover the Mechanical Contractors Association of America's annual convention, this year held March 19-23 in Maui. How do you do justice to a convention that opens with a speech by Monty Python's John Cleese; follows with...

Grunau sells to APi Group.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
May 1, 2006... The movement toward company alliances and large-scale consolidation continues with the recent announcement from mechanical contractor Grunau Co. that it has sold to APi Group, a Minnesota-based company comprised of 29 independently-managed...

Innovating Thinking Conference focuses on PHC hiring, training, retention.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
May 1, 2006... Register now for the Innovative Thinking Conference, scheduled for June 12-13 at the Emerald Pointe Resort near Atlanta. Sponsored by Plumbing & Mechanical, the conference focuses on the No. 1 challenge facing our industry: how to hire, train...

RPA to go online with testing, certification.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
May 1, 2006... The Radiant Panel Association will be beta-testing plans to offer its Radiant Basic and Precision classes online this month and will launch www.rpacampus.com sometime in June. At the same time, RPA is also working with a national online testing...

NATE, GAMA announce hydronic tests.(service of North American Technician Excellence)
May 1, 2006... Wet Heads can now take their own version of two North American Technician Excellence certification exams on hydronic heating. Beforehand, techs could be certified only on the air side. The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association's Hydronics...

PHCC convention to discuss immigration reform.(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors's annual conventions)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Federal legislation to address the 11 million people living illegally in the United States and regulate the flow of others bound to continue to cross the country's border will be one of the topics discussed at this year's...

UA day scheduled for ISH North America.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
May 1, 2006... While details still need to be worked out, expect Friday, Sept. 29, to be "UA Day," as part of ISH North America, Sept. 28-30, Chicago. UA General President William Hite is expected to open the day with a keynote address, 10:30-11 a.m., at...

Send PM your 'Best-Looking Truck'.(Around THE INDUSTRY)
May 1, 2006... Plumbing & Mechanical wants to show off your wheels in our 2006 Best-Looking Truck Contest. In the past, there's been fame but no fortune for our contest winners. This year contest sponsor General Pipe Cleaners will award each of our...

Charles H. 'Chuck' Carlson, president/CEO, Industrial Piping.(OBITUARIES)(Obituary)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Charles H. "Chuck" Carlson, 66, president and CEO of Industrial Piping (Marquette, Mich.) and past-president of the Mechanical Contractors Association of America, died unexpectedly March 27 at Naples Community Hospital in Naples, Fla. ...

Willard 'Bill' Allen Speakman III, chairman, Speakman Co.(OBITUARIES)
May 1, 2006... Willard "Bill" Allen Speakman III, 67, chairman of the Speakman Co., died April 11 in Antigua, after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Speakman is the great-grandson of Allen Speakman, founder of the Speakman Co. He began his career there...

Materials costs rising faster than inflation.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... Prices for construction materials continue to rise faster than the overall rate of inflation, reported the Associated General Contractors of America in its updated "Construction Inflation Alert." However, labor costs will rise only moderately...

Hurricane-area firms dealing with labor shortage.(Briefs)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Companies on the Gulf Coast face a dramatically smaller labor pool since last year's Hurricanes Dennis, Katrina, Wilma and Rita, and has prompted more than a quarter to raise wages, said a study by Salary.com, a Needham, Mass.-based...

Construction employment rises nationally.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that construction employment edged up 7,000 to a record 7.5 million people, following gains of 44,000 in January and 37,000 in February. For the past 12 months, overall construction employment increased...

Sewer energy heats homes in Norway.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... To combat rising oil and fuel prices, a new energy project in Oslo, Norway, taps the heat from raw sewage to warm homes and offices, according to a Reuters report. Large machines at the end of 300-meter long tunnels use fridge technology to...

IAPMO celebrates 80 years.(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... From a small group of inspectors gathered over coffee in 1926 to today's uniform codes, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials celebrates 80 years of "health, safety and raising standards." To celebrate, IAPMO has...

Nexstar Money Masters event, June 23-24.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... Nexstar will sponsor its Money Masters event June 23-24 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. It consists of a seminar on the fundamentals of running a successful service business and will include a tour of a successful contractor's operations, Elite...

Remodeling spending at all-time high.(Briefs)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Americans spent an estimated $210 billion on residential remodeling in 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders' analysis of recently released third-quarter remodeling spending from the U.S. Census Bureau. In addition, the...

Appleseed introduces new Power!Plans for contractors.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... PM columnist and hydronic industry consultant AI Levi recently released a group of new business improvement tools for use by contracting business owners. Power!Plans[TM] is a set of four comprehensive packs that address a critical area of the...

People on the move.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... * Ahern Fire Protection, a division of J.F. Ahern Co., named Mark Griel to estimator/project manager. He joined the company in 2003 as a designer with the Milwaukee office. * Nexstar named Scott Pearson to the newly created position of new...

Home Depot's purchase of Hughes completed.(Briefs)
May 1, 2006... The acquisition of Hughes Supply by The Home Depot was recently completed. Hughes Supply shareholders overwhelmingly approved the agreement. The close of the transaction more than doubles the size of Home Depot Supply; the newly combined...

Bradford White launches 'Great Giveaway' promotion.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Bradford White Corp. introduced its Great Giveaway Days promotion, a program that allows plumbing professionals who purchase Bradford White water heaters the opportunity to earn merchandise. Wholesale distributors can choose to participate in...

Ferguson buys two plumbing wholesalers.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)(Ferguson Enterprises)(Indiana Plumbing Supply Co.)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Ferguson Enterprises recently purchased two plumbing wholesale distributors: Carson, Calif.-based Indiana Plumbing Supply Co. (a.k.a. The Plumbers Warehouse) and Alamo Plumbing and Supply, based in Ruidoso, N.M. Also, Wolseley Canada recently...

Jacuzzi consolidates U.K. bath products plants.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Jacuzzi Brands announced it would consolidate its Bradford, United Kingdom-based ceramics production into its Newcastle-Under-Lyme facility and its outsourcing partners. The Bradford facilities manufacture bath products including shower...

Franke, Kindred merge.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Sink manufacturers Franke and Kindred have united under the Franke Consumer Products umbrella, headquartered in Hatfield, Pa. Franke Consumer Products is a unit of the world's largest kitchen products manufacturer, Franke AG, based in...

Lochinvar extends Hydronic Heating Tour.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Lochinvar Corp.'s Hydronic Heating Tour continues its hands-on demonstrations of its Knight and Solutions boilers at these locations this spring and summer: * May 12-19 -- AquaTech Sales & Marketing, Toronto, Canada * May 22-June 2 --...

GAMA elects new chairman.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Members of the Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association elected William S. Rafferty, executive vice president of Mestek Inc., as chairman of GAMA for 2006-2007 at its 71st Annual Meeting in Phoenix. Other officers elected were: First Vice...

Climate Energy produces new home energy system.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Climate Energy LLC, a subsidiary of ECR International, and the Braintree (Mass.) Electric Light Department (BELP) recently saw the installation of the a Micro-CHP system (or micro-sized combined heat and power system) at the home of Bernard...

Grainger announces largest product expansion.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... MRO distributor Grainger announced it is adding more than 39,000 products to its new 2006 catalog, bringing the number of products offered to more than 115,000, the largest product expansion in its history. The expanded offering includes...

Delta launches new ad campaign.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Delta Faucet Co. launched a new Delta brand advertising campaign created by The Martin Agency (Richmond, Va.). The campaign will feature a new tagline, "We Work Wonders with Water," and will include two 30-second TV spots, in-store, interactive...

ACE DuraFlo chosen for Habitat home.(ePIPE in a Habitat for Humanity )(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... ACE DuraFlo Pipe Restoration Inc. installed ePIPE in a Habitat for Humanity of Orange County home under construction in Huntington Beach, Calif. ACE DuraFlo restores residential and commercial copper water piping experiencing pinhole leaks by...

Basco Shower Enclosures.(trade shows)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Basco Shower Enclosures is appearing on the fifth consecutive season of NBC's hit show "The Apprentice." Four of Basco's Infinity doors will have starring roles in the bathrooms of the candidates' suites; they feature an opaque "Symmetry"...

Rep news.(Aerco International Inc. contracts four representatives)(A.O. Smith Corp. contracts X-Cel Sales )(Julien contract four manufacturer representatives)
May 1, 2006... * Commercial boiler manufacturer AERCO International named four new manufacturers rep firms: -- Barr Mechanical Sales (Libertyville, Ill.) will cover northern Illinois and northwestern Indiana; -- Cougar Sales (Houston) will cover...

A.Y. McDonald celebrates 150 years.(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... Plumbing manufacturer A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co., based in Dubuque, Iowa, is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year. The company is planning several events to celebrate with employees, retirees, family members and the Dubuque...

LA-CO announces Slic-Tite winners.(Fall 2005 Slic-Tite)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... LA-CO Industries announced the winners of its Fall 2005 Slic-Tite promotion, which sent three groups of customers to see their local NFL teams--the Chicago Bears, the Green Bay Packers or the Minnesota Vikings. Contractors entered the contest...

Sloan products receive Green Restaurant Association endorsement.(Vendor & Supplier NEWS)
May 1, 2006... Five products from Sloan Valve Co. received endorsement by the Green Restaurant Association: * 1 gpf FLUSHMATE IV -- saves at least 0.6 gallons with each flush; * UpperCut Dual-Flush Retrofit Handle WES-212 -- saves up to 0.5 gallons...

Increasing customer confidence: Internet-based technology helps take the guesswork out of your work.(National Association of Oil Heat Service Managers' trade show)
May 1, 2006... It seemed like just another evening in front of the TV when my wife said, "Look at that, a car that tells you what it needs over the Internet." Sure enough, there on the screen was a young lady showing her daughter a report from their car. Next...

Using fuzzy logic: don't get turned into space dust; know what to do to give yourself a cushy landing.(Business TIPS)
May 1, 2006... Just before the turn of the century, NASA sent a climate probe to Mars. After traveling millions of miles across space, the margin of error for atmospheric entry was as slim as a knife's edge--not much more than 50 miles. The project turned...

Stories from the trenches.(plumbers personal experiences)
May 1, 2006... Original inquiry: What's the funniest or weirdest thing you have ever found on a service call? Or maybe the worst example of an installation and what you did to fix it. Your story might begin, "I remember when we found the old shoe in the...

Tanks needed ... Opportunities await if manufacturers will respond.(hydronic heating)
May 1, 2006... Over the years I've witnessed the ingenuity of North American hydronic heating manufacturers in creating products for perceived needs. I've seen products as unique as snap-on polymer covers for rusted fin-tube baseboard enclosures,...

Remodeling: the new trend; With housing starts beginning to slow down, home remodeling is becoming more popular.
May 1, 2006... It's estimated that homeowners spent $210 billion on residential remodeling last year, a 5.8 percent increase from 2004. This is according to the National Association of Home Builder's analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau's third-quarter...

Dare to be different.(TRUCK OF THE MONTH)(Andy's Pipe Dream uses a special truck for its operation)
May 1, 2006... Before Andrew Alexander started his service company in November 2003, he worked for a plumbing and heating company that used all different kinds of trucks, so he was pretty familiar with what service vehicle would be right for Andy's Pipe...

Pennsylvania home blends electric and hydronic radiant.(Vertex Mechanical Inc. supplies electric radiant heating mats)(Brief article)
May 1, 2006... When Doug and Kathleen DeAngelis were planning their custom home in central Pennsylvania, they carefully clipped magazine articles and gathered ideas about what they might like. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The former New Englanders were no...

ISH China--Sanitation & heating where sorely needed: WPC/WHO unveil 'Health Aspects of Plumbing' manual.(World Health Organization, World Plumbing Council )
May 1, 2006... When it comes to plumbing and heating, China has big problems. A quickening pace of urbanization has left China with 661 cities that are home to about 42 percent of its 1.3 billion people. Yet, much of China's vast land mass is arid. Its per...

Hot water--how fast? A few options to getting instant--or near instant--hot water.(Plumbing PRIMER)
May 1, 2006... When you turn on the hot water faucet, how fast do you expect hot water to arrive? Better yet, how long does your customer expect to wait? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The hot water supply has been impacted by the...

Troubleshooting outlets and switches: testing for power is easier than you may think.(security measures on electrical emergencies)
May 1, 2006... When something electrical doesn't work, it's so tempting to leap to difficult solutions: it must be a bad switch; or better yet, the motor's probably burned out. But why not start with the easy questions: "Is the thing plugged in?" "Is the...

Checklist for success: sell or not sell, make the business look and run like a million dollars.(marketing and sales management techniques)
May 1, 2006... Lately, interest in preparing service businesses for potential sale from consolidation efforts in the industry has increased. Many owners are paying attention to market trends and polishing up their businesses so they "shine" when potential...

What's your truck telling people? Crude bumper stickers and graphics promote the wrong message to potential customers.(business management)
May 1, 2006... Ever been behind a truck and noticed decals that say, "Only the Good" on the left and "Die Young" on the right? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] How about "How's my driving? Call 1-800-EAT XXXX." They may be good for a chuckle, but not so good...

S.O.S., Mayday, dial 911! Help your fellow contractors with your mentoring program stories.(Practical MANAGEMENT)
May 1, 2006... Our critical craft shortage is growing worse every day. In addition to normal attrition, we have skilled craftsmen leaving for better working conditions and more pay. But today's panic situation is our shortage of new help. We are not...

5301PD Power Drive.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Reed's 5301PD Power Drive rotates the pipe while cutting, threading or reaming operations are performed on up to 2-inch diameter pipe and conduit. Reed offers both a basic 5301PD machine with foot pedal and the 5301PD Complete including a...

FlexHead Industries.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... FlexHead is the premier manufacturer of flexible sprinkler connections. Because of the ease of installation, you can install at least four flexible connections in the time it takes to do one hard-pipe armover. The benefits include higher...

General's new Metro-Rooter offers root-cutting power at a bargain price.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... General Pipe Cleaners' new economical Metro-Rooter[TM] is the Mini-Rooter[TM] of root cutting machines. With a capacity of 75 feet of 5/8-inch Flexicore[R] wire rope center cable, it handles roots and other tough stoppages in 3-inch through...

'Heat and hot water in one footprint'.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Triangle Tube is pleased to announce the availability of the all-new modulating Delta. The modulating Delta is a gas-fired, fully modulating, sealed combustion combination heater. It provides efficient, comfortable hydronic heat while...

Bradford White introduces EverHot on-demand tankless water heaters.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Bradford White Corp.[R] recently introduced the EverHot[R] tankless gas water heater product line. These new, on-demand water heaters provide continuous hot water to multiple points-of-use without utilizing a storage tank. Available in two...

Anvil offers new Anvil-Strut Catalog & Price Sheet.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Anvil International announces the availability of its new Anvil-Strut[TM] Condensed Engineering Catalog and Price Sheet. This informative catalog details the complete line of continuous strut and strut fittings with channels, fittings and...

Myson 'Heating Your Home' Radiator Catalog.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Myson has released its new "Heating Your Home" Radiator Catalog. Now available in five different style groups, including the popular Select Steel Panel Radiator; the new T6 IVC with its internal valve control; the LST Low Surface Temperature...

New 'dependable heating solutions' Fan Convector Catalog.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Myson has unveiled its new Fan Convector Catalog, which offers a variety of hydronic and electric products that deliver efficient heating solutions. Myson's tangential fan design forces air uniformly across a low-pressure drop heat exchanger...

Myson offers complete collection of euro-styled towel warmers & accessories.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Europeans have enjoyed the luxury and warmth of Myson Towel Warmers for decades. Myson's new 32-page catalog offers more choices than ever: Classic for traditional and contemporary settings; Premier offers old-world styling and space-savings;...

Fernco Storm Drain system.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Fernco's Storm Drain system is designed to drain excess water quickly from driveways, garages, pool and patio areas, walkways, and more. Engineered for strength and ease of installation, Fernco's Storm Drain system can withstand a 5-ton vehicle...

Charlotte pipe offers comprehensive line of industrial pipe and fittings.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Engineered for easy installation and optimum performance, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry offers a full line of pipe and fittings for the industrial market. It includes PVC Schedule 80 and Schedule 40 pipe and fittings, Corzan[R] CPVC Schedule 80...

Design manual for DiaNorm Panel Radiators.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... HeatLines Inc. has just released a new 57-page design manual for DiaNorm Panel Radiators. The manual is intended for heating contractors and engineers who design and specify hydronic heating systems. It discusses the benefits of panel radiator...

Top performance demands complete balance. Macon balance.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Macon[R] Balancing Valves deliver an efficient, dependable and cost-effective solution to measuring and balancing heating and cooling system flow rates that result in reduced maintenance, increased comfort and lower energy consumption. Product...

John Siegenthaler's MEC seminar combo pack.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... For only $150, you can purchase John Siegenthaler's 2005 Modern Engineering Concepts seminar combo pack, which includes the 2005 MEC Seminar CD set, "Modern Engineering Concepts for Hydronic Heating Design" seminar manual and the "Hydronics...

General's Jet-Set clears grease, sand & ice with wall-to-wall cleaning action.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... General Pipe Cleaners Jet-Set[TM] water jets clear soft stoppages and ice with a stream of high-pressure water that gives you wall-to-wall cleaning action. Vibrapulse[TM] helps the hose slide around tight bends and propel itself farther down...

New sealed combustion gas boiler.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... With AFUE to 86.1 percent, Slant/Fin's new value-priced Victory VSPH sealed combustion gas boiler promises fuel savings for homeowners. All models are Energy Star-rated. Contractors will appreciate its installer-friendly features and economy...

Unlimited hot water.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... 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...

Qwik Jon Ultima.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Adding a bathroom has never been easier than with the new Qwik Jon Ultima from Zoeller. Built to install anywhere, anytime, this system is complete with tank and a Zoeller-designed rear flush toilet, or purchase the tank separately for use with...

Pro-Pal is a winner!(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... The industry has spoken and the new Pro-Pal line of step-saving valves available exclusively from Webstone is indeed making waves and turning heads. They simplify installations, create an impressive look and provide invaluable functions for the...

General's new Urinal Auger.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... General Pipe Cleaners has introduced two new Urinal Auger[TM] models specially designed to get through urinals where other snakes can't. The Teletube[R] Model TU4 features a telescoping 48-inch long flexible spring for clearing stoppages beyond...

Walton pipe extractors.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Walton "REPS" extractors remove broken pipes and studs that defy 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. They...

Efficient, compact, lightweight boiler.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Smith's new GT Series offers high efficiencies, up to 92+ percent AFUE for hot water applications when using either natural or propane gas. Its compact, lightweight design is available in 150 and 200 mbh sizes, with modulating turndown ratios...

Gas-fired residential boilers.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Hydrotherm's Model HW and HV Series gas-fired residential boilers have thicker walls and up to 30 percent more cast-iron than competitive boilers, allowing for better heat transfer, heat retention and a fuel efficiency rating of up to 84...

The Futera II and Futera III boilers.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... RBI's next generation of sealed-combustion, direct-vent Futera boilers feature full modulation and 3:1 turndown. They supply the precise amount of heat necessary to maintain desired building temperature by matching heating demand without...

KN Series boilers up to 99 percent efficient.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Hydrotherm's KN Series of condensing, high-efficiency commercial gas-fired boilers feature a self-adaptive design that is tolerant to changing conditions. All KN boilers (the KN-6, the KN-10 and the new KN-20) combine the high efficiency and...

New gas-fired Series 8.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Smith's Series 8 cast-iron residential boiler with inputs ranging from 105-245 mph, is now available with a Carlin EZ Gas Burner for use with both natural and propane gas. The Series 8 rugged cast-iron construction offers commercial quality in...

SpacePak introduces ElectriPak.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... SpacePak, the originator and leading manufacturer of high-velocity air-conditioning systems, has introduced an innovative new product called ElectriPak, an electric heat module that can be added to the standard SpacePak air distribution system....

New Gen-Eye Junior video inspection system.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... The award-winning Gen-Eye Junior[TM] video inspection system from General Pipe Cleaners is a rugged, affordable, self-contained package offering greater reel capacity, larger LCD display, and better protection from abuse in the field than...

PricePoint software.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... PricePoint software has been helping "Mom and Pop" plumbing and HVACR contractors get organized and stay profitable since 1993. Designed by a plumber, PricePoint is simple enough for beginners with plenty of power for the beginners with plenty...

FastPIPE estimating system.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Estimating software designed by professionals with over 20 years of estimating and programming experience, FastPIPE generates fast, consistent and accurate estimates. It's easy to implement, learn and use. Whatever the size or type of company,...

Fine/Line 30 baseboard--galvanized finish now standard.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Now Fine/Line 30 baseboard is made out of commercial-grade, rust-resistant galvanized steel. It's then painted with durable Nu-White polyester baked enamel for long-lasting beauty. Even if the enclosure's painted surface gets scratched through,...

FindaPlumber.com.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Today's homeowners are using the Internet to find a plumber. Will they find you? Our listed plumbers have capitalized on this trend and have cut back or completely eliminated costly phone book ads. Availability is limited based on ZIP Code...

Wohler Vis 220 Service Camera.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... The Wohler Vis 220 Service Camera combines state-of-the-art camera technology, cordless operation, compact portability and a rugged durability. Inspects piping from 1 1/4 inches to 6 inches in diameter. The 1-inch mini color camera head...

Viega Snap Panel speeds wet mass radiant installation.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Installing radiant tubing just got faster and easier with the introduction of the Viega Snap Panel[TM]. This versatile high-density polystyrene fastener system is designed to facilitate every tubing configuration. Unique secure-grip heads hold...

Viega introduces ProPressG ball valves.(Information Showcase)
May 1, 2006... Viega introduces ProPressG[TM] two-piece ball valves--the first and only press ball valves designed exclusively for use with copper gas pipe. ProPressG ball valves are CSA-approved for residential, commercial and industrial applications for...