Reeves Journal articles from December 2008

Reeves Journal archives from December 2008

Can I get a witness?(pipeline)
December 1, 2008... Readers who regularly visit our web site at www.ReevesJournal.com have seen a new blogger contributing to the content there. Tim Fausch, publishing director of BNP Media's Architecture, Engineering & Construction and Mechanical Systems groups,...

Limitation-of-liability provisions can a plumbing subcontractor cap liability for sole negligence?(legalcorner)
December 1, 2008... Absent contractual limitations, liability for economic losses resulting from the sole negligence of a professional in the construction trade is limited only by the extent of the assets and/or insurance of that professional. Once a contract...

GreenPlumbers "URBAN DAM' project plumbers, water suppliers and consumers team up to save.(greenplumbers)
December 1, 2008... When most people think of a dam, it's pretty common to think of something built across a stream or river to hold the water back and create a reservoir. One picture that could flash immediately to mind is something on the scale of Hoover Dam and...

Yes, Virginia, there is a 'Joe the Plumber'.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... With the election settled and the dust clearing, there seems to be one loose end to tie up, at least as far as "Joe the Plumber" is concerned. Forget about the unlicensed guy made famous by the candidates during the campaign. We're talking...

Gerber unveils new identity, logo.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC, a Woodbridge, Ill., manufacturer of vitreous china plumbing fixtures, faucets, fittings and bathroom suites, said in October it has created a new corporate identity and logo. The company said, after nearly 80 years...

Siegenthaler speaks at Viega educational facility.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... Viega hosted a Fall Hydronics Seminar Oct. 14-15 at its Nashua, N.H. Educational Facility featuring industry expert John Siegenthaler. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Early Oct. 15, attendees got down to business when John Siegenthaler opened...

PHCC-NA posts officers, names apprentice winners.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... Voting members of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association of Falls Church, Va., Oct. 3 elected Frank Maddalon of F.R. Maddalon Plumbing & Heating in Hamilton, N.J., to serve as the association's new vice president. ...

REHAU exits PVC, PEX markets.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... Within its overall strategic shift away from the production and sale of commodity products, REHAU Oct. 30 said will exit municipal PVC pipe manufacturing and supply in Canada, as well as its business as a PEX plumbing systems supplier in the...

PMI fall meeting focuses on balance.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... Promoting a healthy balance on both personal and professional levels was the theme of the 2008 PMI Fall Meeting Oct. 5-8 at the Sheraton National Hotel in Arlington, Va. PMI president of Speakman Co., welcomed 62 members, three spouses, 14...

PHCC-ORSB scholarship winners, officers.(newsconnection)
December 1, 2008... The PHCC of Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties in October used the occasion of its 63rd Installation & Scholarship Awards festivities to post new officers and award scholarships to up-and-coming plumbers in the Southland. ...

Viega takes ASPE award.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... Viega, a Kansas-based heating and plumbing manufacturer, took home the coveted 2008 ASPE Industry Award from October's 2008 American Society of Plumbing Engineers Engineered Plumbing Exposition in Long Beach, Calif. "The real 'rock stars' at...

Sloan is CIPH's 'most innovative'.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... Sloan Valve Company's new Sloan ECOS electronic dual-flush Flushometer was awarded most innovative product at the 2008 CIPHEX West trade show and conference held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Sept. 25-26. The Canadian Institute of Plumbing &...

T&S Brass launches AB 1953-compliant line.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... Traveler's Rest, S.C.-based T&S Brass and Bronze Works took advantage of October's 2008 American Society of Plumbing Engineers Engineered Plumbing Exposition in Long Beach, Calif. to debut a new line of products compliant with California's AB...

JACLO pockets multiple design awards.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... JACLO--a manufacturer of decorative plumbing products, took home more awards than any other manufacturer at the Seventh Annual DPHA Conference and Product Showcase, which took place at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix,...

Networkcar now Networkfleet.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... Networkcar, a San Diego-based supplier of wireless GPS fleet management systems, said Oct. 28 it is changing its name to Networkfleet. The name change and corresponding new brand image reflects the company's sole focus on helping commercial and...

GreenPlumbers wow conservation conference.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... Sacramento-based environmental training and accreditation program GreenPlumbers USA furthered its mission by holding five free workshops over four days of the WaterSmart Innovations '08 conference held recently in Las Vegas. The workshops...

AWWA releases 2008 State of the Industry Report.(newsbriefs)(Report)
December 1, 2008... Source water supply and protection emerged as the top area of concern among North American water professionals in the 2008 "State of the Industry Report," published by the American Water Works Association. The report, now in its fifth year,...

QSC recognized by nonprofit.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... The Quality Service Contractors' organization was recognized with an "Outstanding Supporter Award" at the annual Challenge Air for Kids & Friends Gala Oct. 25 in Dallas. The presentation occurred during the 15th anniversary celebration of...

Flip this heater.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... The State Premier Power-Vent DV water heater has made its television debut on A&E Network's "Flip This House." The episode that featured a house being flipped in the Los Angeles area, was aired Nov. 22. Rudy Martinez, host of "Flip This House"...

Sterling revamps Web site.(newsbriefs)
December 1, 2008... In an effort to create a more personal, connected experience for users, Sterling has launched its newly redesigned kitchen and bath plumbing products Web site at http://sterlingplumbing.com. The complete overhaul focuses on speed, enhanced...

Calendar.(Calendar)
December 1, 2008... Dec. 15-17 Bell & Gossett "Little Red Schoolhouse" Hydronic Training Large Chilled Water Systems Design Morton Grove, III. http://schoolhouse.itt.com 2009 Jan. 14-15 Hardhat Presentations Business...

Dan Timco.(people)
December 1, 2008... Industrial Scientific Corp. said Dan Timco has been appointed to the position of global director of operations. In this new position, Timco will lead global operations at Industrial Scientific, including manufacturing, supply chain, quality and...

Mike Eberlein.(people)
December 1, 2008... Rheem Heating & Cooling has appointed Mike Eberlein to the position of engineering manager for heating products. In his new position, Eberlein will be responsible for the design, construction and quality-assurance of the company's heating...

Warm in the woods: Mac Plumbing of Yucaipa, Calif., brings some warmth to Blue Sky Meadow.
December 1, 2008... Not often do people think of "Sunny Southern California" as the kind of place with a big need for heating. After all, this is where laughing, nubile hardbodies frolic in the surf while old Beach Boys tunes play in the background. It's in all...

Know your flow cash is the bloodstream of your business.(businessstrategies)
December 1, 2008... Think of cash as the blood supply that keeps not only your business, but the entire economy pumping. When times get tough, cash flow can slow, and when that happens, everything slows down. The economy doesn't pump as well as it should, and your...

Changing the oil-change rules advancing technology means less frequent maintenance.(vehiclemaintenance)
December 1, 2008... Just when you thought that the rules for a "routine oil change" would always mean changing oil every three months or 3,000 miles, things have changed. Advances in car engines and oils have made the old rules obsolete, according to a new...

Manufacturers alphabetic listings.(Buyers guide)
December 1, 2008... * 1-800-PLUMBING, Inc. P.O. Box 8025, Surprise, AZ 85374 (623) 584-5315; (623) 584-4484 Fax: (623) 5/84-2751 sales@800plumbing.com www.800plumbing.com Alan Cline, Pres./C.E.O. A. O. Smith Electrical Products 531...

Product listings.(Buyers guide)
December 1, 2008... Access Panels Benjamin Mfg. Co. Dallas Specialty & Mfg. Co. Diversified Plastics Industries, LLC. Fluidmaster, Inc. LSP Products Group, Specialty Products, Innofoam, Rapid-Fit, Aqua-Flo, Tech Specialties MIFAB...

Manufacturers representatives.(Buyers guide)
December 1, 2008... ARIZONA Arrow PVF Sales 18236 N. 61st Dr. Glendale, AZ 85308-1140 (602) 843-2778 arrowpvfsales@cox.net Michael Nalbone STATES SERVED: AZ. Bennette Design Group WC, Boston Metal Products, Danco Perfect...

Wholesaler directory.(Buyers guide)
December 1, 2008... ALASKA ANCHORAGE Ferguson 151 West 95th Circle Anchorage, AK 99515 (907) 273-2100; (907) 273-2110 Pacific Plumbing Supply Co. 801 E. 64th Ave. Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 561-1001; (800) 478-7524; ...

Be a joiner Contractor service groups seek members' success.
December 1, 2008... Becoming successful in business takes considerable time, effort, money and knowledge--with perhaps a little bit of luck thrown in for good measure. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] One way many plumbing contractors help stack the odds in their...

Start 2009 on the right path use slow business cycles to prepare for recovery.(marketingmechanics)
December 1, 2008... The weather cycles. The economy cycles. About every seven to ten years our economy goes through a down cycle. Hopefully this time you've realized it and will start planning to take advantage of the next downturn. What marketing actions do you...

Internet marketplace.
December 1, 2008... Associations Copper Develop. Assn. www.copper.org Backflow Backflow Prevention Supply www.backflow-supply.com Caleffi www.caleffi.us Boilers Adroit Thermal, Inc. www.adroitthermal.com ...