Reeves Journal articles from July 2003

Reeves Journal archives from July 2003

Healthy, wealthy and wise. (Pipeline).(Editorial)
July 1, 2003... There has been a lot of talk this year about the dangers of mold. Lawsuits have been won by mold victims, insurance companies have refused to cover instances of mold exposure, and at least one major hotel closed thousands of rooms to...

Correction.(Correction Notice)
July 1, 2003... In last month's "Hi-Tech" article, page 44, we mentioned Minorplanet's GPS management system as Vehicle Information Management (VIM). The correct title of their system is Vehicle Management Information (VMI). Our apologies to Minorplanet for...

Protection against construction claims. (Legal Corner).
July 1, 2003... Most contractors know that construction claims have become a real problem in California. There is no way to completely protect yourself from construction claims. California is very litigious and construction lawsuits continue to grow. However,...

Letters.(Letter to the Editor)
July 1, 2003... Editor's Note: The following is a letter addressed to David Goldstein, reporter for local Los Angeles station KCBS Channel Two, who recently conducted a television sting operation in which several plumbers were accused of unnecessarily...

Two more trade organizations endorse ISH North America. (News Connection).(American Backflow Prevention Association and the World Plumbing Council )
July 1, 2003... For the second time this year, ISH North America (ISH NA) show organizers announced that two more professional trade organizations have given their endorsement to the North America trade show. The American Backflow Prevention Association...

Project Management Essentials course premieres on West Coast. (News Briefs).(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The west coast premier of the PHCC Educational Foundation's new "Essentials of PHC Project Management" course attracted 26 contractors from industry-leading firms May 20-24 in San Jose, Calif. During the five-day event, held at the Hayes...

MCAA releases new book on IT. (News Briefs).(Book Review)
July 1, 2003... The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) released a new book titled "Management Strategies for Information Technology" to help mechanical contractors make strategic decisions about the information technology (IT) that is the...

Fieldpiece announces redesigned Web site. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Fieldpiece Instruments, the Brea, Calif.-based developer and manufacturer of innovative HVAC/R test equipment, announced that its Web site (www.fieldpiece.com) was recently updated and is now online. The Wab site update provides field...

Sales of existing, new homes stay on a roll in West. (News Connection).
July 1, 2003... Sales of existing single-family homes rose in April, including a 9.6 percent rise in the West, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), and were at the fifth highest level of activity ever recorded. In other encouraging...

Phoenix acquires H & N Plumbing on California's central coast. (News Connection).(Phoenix Associates Land Syndicate)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... Phoenix Associates Land Syndicate (PALS) announced the acquisition of H & N Plumbing of Carpinteria, Calif., one of five central coast plumbing entities that are now part of Record-Wheatley Plumbing Services, acquired by Phoenix earlier this...

WPC announces trainer/lecturer scholarship. (News Connection).(World Plumbing Council)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... The World Plumbing Council (WPC), recognizing that vocational instructor training is the lifeblood of the plumbing industry, launched a scholarship program designed to help trainers/lecturers expand their knowledge of plumbing systems. The...

Calendar.(Calendar)
July 1, 2003... July 29-30 Plumbing Manufacturers Institute (PMI) Information Technology (IT) Forum Schaumburg, Ill. www. pmihome.org 847/884-9764 Sept. 29-Oct. 1 American Supply Association (ASA) Annual Convention ...

OSHA seeks sharp reductions in workplace fatalities, accidents. (News Connection).(Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
July 1, 2003... The Occupational Safety and Health Ad ministration's (051-IA) goal is to reduce workplace fatalities by 15 percent and to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses by 20 percent by 2008, according to the agency's new strategic management plan...

People.(ThermaSol appoints Jim Santos general manager)
July 1, 2003... ThermaSol appointed Jim Santos to the position of general manager. In his new position, Santos is responsible for all aspects of worldwide operations-including sales, engineering, production, finance, customer service and human resources-for...

Dealing with mold: how should contractors handle mold when it's discovered on the job? Very carefully. (Dealing with Mold).
July 1, 2003... Depending on who you talk to, mold is either the biggest scourge ever to hit the inside of homes or a minor inconvenience that has existed harmlessly for years, yet recently has been elevated to problem-of-the-year status. Mold has become...

Customers or clients? (Marketing Mechanics).
July 1, 2003... As a columnist for Reeves Journal, I was asked to use the word "client" instead of "customer." I never gave it a thought as to the reason for doing this until a few weeks ago when I had a conversation with a colleague. His comment was that he...

Customizing service vehicles: custom vehicles let the plumber carry everything he needs to do the job. (Service Vehicles).
July 1, 2003... Your service vehicle and how it's configured can have a huge impact on both the bottom line and customer satisfaction. Multiply that single vehicle by the number in a plumbing fleet and pretty soon you're talking about big numbers. That's the...

Full steam ahead: residential "steam showers" leave high-end clients feeling warm all over. (Steam Showers).
July 1, 2003... If you've ever experienced a steam bath, chances are you experienced it away from home in a locker room or spa. Putting steam into the residential setting is a new entry into true luxury. For the plumbing contractor, it can be the path toward...

The shirt on your back. (Business Strategies).(uniforms)
July 1, 2003... How do you feel about the shirt on your back? What does it say about you, your company, your work ethic, and your level of expertise? In the eyes of your clients, your uniform speaks volumes about who you are as an individual and as a company....

You deserve a (tax) break today. (Executive Briefcase).
July 1, 2003... On May 23, Congress approved the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (JGTRRA) of 2003. The Joint Committee on Taxation estimated that the act is expected to reduce income taxes by $350 billion dollars over 10 years, but in fact the...

Quality and dependability are priority number one. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).( H & N Plumbing of Carpinteria)
July 1, 2003... Stiebel Eltron is a world leader in advanced water heating technology with about 1,700 employees worldwide. The company is headquartered and had its origins in Germany. The sales and service operation for the North American market is located in...

Shower-Up shower tree assembly system. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Sioux Chief Manufacturing introduces an exciting new concept that provides smart solutions to a common plumbing problem: the difficult, time-consuming installation of the tub/shower valve. The Shower-Up shower tree assembly system allows...

ThermaSol--developing products that meet the needs of the plumbing professionals ... and their clients. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... ThermaSol knows that professional plumbers need ways to increase profits while delivering added value to their clients. And, consumers need more affordable access to the relaxing, health-restorative benefits of steam bathing. That's why...

When it comes to product innovation trust Bradford White. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... If one word best describes the key to success for Bradford White Corporation, then that word is innovation. Two of the newest water heating products engineered by Bradford white are the Defender Safety System and the PowerStor Indirect Fired...

After 75 years copper still the standard. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... For 75 years copper has been the choice of most plumbers, builders and building owners for one reason--it works. While that's not the flashiest product claim, it's true. No other modern plumbing material has performed so well for so long in so...

Get to know today's Sloan. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Royal[R] diaphragm Flushometer, invented by William E. Sloan in 1906, revolutionized the commercial and institutional plumbing market. The Royal Flushometer became the industry standard due to its superior performance, easy installation,...

New Gastite XR Angle Bracket fittings speed gas piping installations on angled surfaces. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(Brief Article)
July 1, 2003... A new, adjustable bracket from Gastite simplifies gas-piping connections for applications involving an angle-mounted termination point. Designed specifically for use with Gastite corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST), the new XR ANGLE...

Traditional values and cutting edge products * service * technology * people. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... New Tools & Best Ever Tools From the company's beginning, Reed associates have invented tools that continually become industry standards, including the Quick Release[TM] Tubing Cutter, various tools for plastic pipe, vises, plus Hinged and...

Pipe installation as easy as 1. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Installing FlowGuard Gold[R] pipe and fittings is now even easier. By using FlowGuard Gold one-step solvent cement--now permitted by the 2003 Uniform Plumbing Code (Section 316.1.6)--there is no need to use a primer on joints. That means CPVC...

Wilkins complete line of water control products for commercial and residential applications. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Wilkins, a Zurn Company, specializes in the fields of backflow prevention and water pressure reduction. Wilkins manufactures an extensive line of valves for the waterworks, plumbing, irrigation, and fire protection markets. With 163,000 square...

HUBBARD ENTERPRISES HOLDRITE[R] pipe support systems and Quick Strap[R] water heater accessories. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Plumbers have saved countless hours of labor and aggravation since the introduction of the first HOLDRITE[R] product. Like most skilled plumbers, George Hubbard was concerned with two things on the job: maximizing quality and minimizing labor....

Are you wasting your time? (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The new 900 Series pre-assembled sump pump system by Zoeller Pump Company will eliminate the time and labor of installing a sump pump. Job ready for a fast, easy and affordable installation, the 900 system has a properly sized basin, set sump...

Ridge Tool extends innovative RAPIDGRIP[TM] wrench product line with three new sizes. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Ridge Tool Company has recently added three new sizes to extend its RAPIDGRIP[TM] wrench product line. The RAPIDGRIP wrench is an innovative, heavy-duty, self-adjusting pipe wrench that is designed for one-handed operation with a rapid...

Honeywell-your one-stop water controls solutions provider. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Honeywell-Water Controls Located in Warwick, RI., offers a broad range of hydronic heating, plumbing and energy products that provide contractors with innovative, reliable solutions that dramatically reduce call-backs and offer significant...

Make Seismic Gas Shutoff Valves part of your earthquake preparedness plan. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).
July 1, 2003... The benefits of first aid kits, flashlights, secured water heaters and smoke detectors in a big earthquake are obvious. Firefighter Gas Safety Products would like to make you aware of another item that belongs on your earthquake preparedness...

Truebro's Lav Shield proves attractive, durable and easy to install. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... With a four-year record of quality, Lav Shield continues to distinguish itself as the only molded lavatory plumbing enclosure of its kind. Its clean, totally concealing design puts it in a class by itself, enhancing the aesthetics of...

The future of water flex has arrived. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).
July 1, 2003... Q. Why should I use a flexible connector? A. There are many reasons to use a flexible connector. Some County Codes require flexible connectors. Most customers in areas of seismic activity would benefit from using a flex connector because a...

Takagi offers the hottest little water heater on the market--the T-KJr. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Water heaters should do a lot more than take up space, run up utility bills and run cold every time out-of-town guests increase the household's demand for hot water. That's why Takagi Industrial Company USA Inc., long known as a leader in...

Precision Plumbing Products, Inc. market leadership in quality and product delivery. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Precision Plumbing Products, Inc. located in Portland, Oregon, continues a long tradition of growth through product expansion, customer loyalty and a long-standing partnership with our manufacturing representatives. It has been our policy...

Vanguard Flexible PEX Piping Systems offer installation speed, reliability and savings. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Vanguard Piping Systems, Inc. supplies installer-friendly components and complete systems for residential and light commercial plumbing, as well as for radiant heating. Vanguard continues to extend the application and acceptance of flexible...

Voyager[TM] water coolers by Halsey Taylor. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Last year Halsey Taylor introduced a new water cooler, featuring unprecedented styling and enhanced features. Called Voyager[TM], the unique line is distinguished by its futuristic high-tech appearance and ultra modern design. "We have...

Pace Machinery/Atlanta Special Products=innovative piping product solutions. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... More and more contractors and wholesalers are turning to Atlanta Special Products and Pace Machinery for innovative, cost-effective solutions to everyday piping problems. For over 30 years, mechanical and fire sprinkling contractors have...

New Ballcock offers quick and easy installations. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Brass Craft is committed to providing professional plumbing contractors with high quality, long lasting and high performance products that its customers want. As a result, Brass Craft has introduced its new Height-Adjustable, Anti-Siphon...

Company profile: Oatey and Cherne. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Oatey and Cherne have been manufacturing quality products for the plumbing industry since the early 1900s. Since that time we have earned a strong reputation for consistent quality and reliability. Developing innovative products has been the...

Everflux--high performance water soluble flux that works. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Introduced into Southern California in 1997, to meet new code requirements, Everflux is rapidly expanding into new markets. The US distributor for Everflux is Delta-Q Inc. located in La Habra, Calif. According to its president, Arne Johansson,...

Gerber's Aqua Saver toilet: the new seat of power. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).
July 1, 2003... The traditional toilets have reigned supreme in American homes for decades. But thanks to an abundance of ingenious features, Gerber's new Aqua Saver[TM] toilet has unseated those old-fashioned commodes. The trouble-free design of the Aqua...

Top 10 reasons for choosing Accubid estimating software. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Reason #1: Ease of use Whether you're accustomed to preparing estimates manually, or used to spreadsheets or another estimating program, you'll find Accubid estimating software intuitive and easy to use. Designed by contractors for...

People make the difference at Pacific Fire Safety. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Pacific Fire Safety (PFS) supplies high quality fire-protection products and fabrication in 12 states from 25 warehouse facilities in Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Texas, Illinois, North Carolina, Georgia and...

New Rheem Guardian System water heater resists flammable-vapor hazards with exclusive design features. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... This spring, Rheem Water Heaters conducted a 20-city tour across the United States, introducing plumbing contractors to the Rheem Guardian System.[TM] This new line of residential gas-fired, atmospheric water heaters is specially designed to...

GEN-EAR[TM] water leak detection system saves big bucks for Texas school, makes plumber a hero. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Customer & Plumber Like What They Hear An ominous leak beneath the building. Water mysteriously surfacing in the parking lot. And potentially costly demolition and repair costs. What to do? If you're the Anna, Texas, Middle School,...

LSP continues its commitment to innovation, quality and customer service. (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... LSP, founded over 35 years ago, focuses on unparalleled innovation, unsurpassed quality and superior customer service. LSP consists of four product divisions. Specialty Products[TM] is the industry leader in pipe clamps, hangers and outlet...

Caroma "it works". (2003 Manufacturer's Spotlight).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Founded in 1941, Caroma is the market share leader in the Australian sanitary ware industry and is renown as the world's leader in dual flush technology. Due to the fact that Australia is the driest continent on the planet, Caroma took the...

Multi-head shower systems. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... Water Dance is a multi-head shower system that offers the reliability of the manufacturer's High-Flo anti-scald pressure-balancing valve. It is a component-based system that can be configured to the homeowner's space considerations and personal...

Water heater. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The new Xtreme commercial gas water heater combines a compact integral tank design with high Btu inputs to meet the hot water needs of commercial applications requiring large quantities in a short span of time. Offering a thermal efficiency...

Lavatory faucet. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Model 1120 mini-widespread lavatory faucet with traditional handles is a patented product due to its unique curved deckplate (the piece that sits on the counter), which matches the rounded contours of the sink. Product features include...

Kitchen sink. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Model KSSB-3322 large single-bowl kitchen sink handles a variety of kitchen chores such as washing large bowls, pots, pans and/or baking sheets. With the same footprint as a drop-in double bowl sink, the large single-bowl sink is a full 10...

Equipment box. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... This rugged equipment lock box safeguards equipment from theft with its durable steel construction and a double padlock hasp. It is ideal for on-the-spot storage. Optional wheels allow for easy movement both indoors and outdoors. Safety...

Shower valve. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Aquatrol line of pressure-balanced shower valves has been improved with a new dial plate/wall flange design, a thin wall-mounting plate and standard angle checkstops. The Aquatrol features solid bronze and brass construction with a...

Kitchen faucet. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The new two-handle Trevino kitchen faucet has a classic European design, intricately detailed metal lever handles, an elegant arching spout and solid brass construction. Offered with a matching side spray (included), this faucet features a...

Cordless impact tools. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The new line of 9.6-, 12.0-and 14.4-volt cordless impact drivers and impact wrenches deliver nearly three times more torque than traditional cordless drills while measuring up to 35 percent shorter and weighing up to 20 percent less. The...

Shield Combustion System. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Shield Combustion System is designed to protect against the ignition of flammable vapors. It meets the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) construction standard for residential gas-fired water heaters. The key component is the...

Manifold system. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The TruFLOW Manifold system is a pre-assembled manifold with flow and temperature intelligence for radiant heating systems. Made of highly reliable extruded brass, the TruFLOW Manifold has a high flow capacity that can handle up to 12-loop...

Soaking tub. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The round shape of the Beverly 4040 soaking tub combines with a comfortable depth to provide bathers with a relaxing retreat. This soaking tub is available in 23 standard colors. It measures 40 by 40 inches round and is 32 inches deep and is...

Pipe wrenches. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Value Line heavy-duty pipe wrenches have I-beam handles for proven strength and durability without excess weight. Full floating jaws with spring suspension provide fast grip and release. The jaws are replaceable and are made of tough...

Van shelving. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Weather Guard unique van shelving system is designed for Sprinter vans, cube vans, step vans and trailers. The bright white van shelving is an easy-to-assemble system that accommodates a wide selection of shelf accessories, including...

Steam bath products. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The manufacturer's revolutionary steam bath products range from SteamShower generators that can transform a shower into a luxurious steam bath to modular sauna units that can make workout rooms, pool baths and master baths seem more like...

Low-flow toilets. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Briggs Vacuity 4200 and the Crane Power Flush VIP 3999 were given positive ratings and comments by a well-known testing organization's magazine. Both units feature The VAC, the manufacturer's vacuumassist low-flow flushing system that uses...

Crimp tool. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... This battery-operated crimp tool extends the manufacturer's line of copper crimping products for use with the ProPress System, a press connection system that crimps copper tubes in seconds for the plumbing and heating markets. The new RIDGID...

Drain Rooter. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The compact, portable Drain-Rooter PH features a variable speed power cable feed and variable speed motor to make drain cleaning jobs cleaner and easier. The variable speed power cable feed gives the operator complete control at all times. It...

Emergency supply kit. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The manufacturer's Personal Kit contains a first aid kit, hard hat, duct tape, barricade tape, flashlight, batteries, heavy-duty plastic bag, safety glasses, personal eyewash system and super pliers, and it comes in a duffel storage bag with a...

Pressure-assist operating system. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... This new 4.0-liter pressure-assist operating system for tank-type toilets uses 45 percent less water than do conventional 1.6-gallons-per-flush technologies. The FLUSHMATE IV generates nearly three times the pressure of gravity units at 70...

Bathtub Collection. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The Winston Collection, a winning design duo in the manufactureris product line, features a wood and metal bathing tub and vanity as well as a wood mirror. A unique furniture design for the bath, the Winston Collection is available in walnut,...

Service sink faucet. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The fully cast heavy brass body, mounting unions and spout give this service sink faucet the sturdy durability to support heavy pails of water. The thick chrome plating provides a resilient finish in both polished and rough chrome models....

Frequently asked service questions. (Vehicle Maintenance).
July 1, 2003... At Enterprise we have 30 full-time ASE-certified service technicians who handle all of the maintenance calls from our clients across the country. While these technicians receive hundreds of questions on a wide range of topics, there are a few...

What should and should not determine your hourly rates. (Service Sense).
July 1, 2003... How do you determine your hourly rates? Most contractors simply call all over town to see what everyone else is charging. That may work for a while but in the long run it is a really poor way to determine your hourly rate, since it totally...

ISH North America.
July 1, 2003... Don't miss the 2nd edition of ISH North America, the consolidated trade show for Kitchen & Bath, Plumbing, PVF, Heating and Air Conditioning. This show is the leading North American trade event integrating these six major industry sectors. ...

ISH North America exhibitors.
July 1, 2003... As of May 19, 2003 A. O. Smith Water Products Co. AAA Beauty Supply ABS Pumps Accubid Systems. Ltd. Acorn Engineering Aeroflex USA, Inc. AIM/R Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News Airtec...

2003 conference program.
July 1, 2003... KITCHEN & BATH KB1 Panel discussion: Mary Beth Duehr (moderator), Kevin Henry John Buscarello and Ellen Cheever Contemporary versus Traditional Design Trends More and more American homes are embracing the streamlined, less...

Ball valve. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The new Apollo 77C Series bronze ball valve offers superior design and performance yet is priced competitively with offshore models. Manufactured in the United States, the new valve features an all-cast body and end caps for corrosion...

Anti-microbial bubbler. (New Products).(advertising)
July 1, 2003... The manufacturer's new anti-microbial Flexi-Guard safety bubbler is a solution to the concern about safety and sanitation in work, school and other public environments. The company's water coolers and drinking fountains are now being equipped...