Reeves Journal articles from June 2003

Reeves Journal archives from June 2003

Technology is your friend; mold is not. (Pipeline).
June 1, 2003... As the 21st Century moves along full-swing, the technologies that are available to plumbers continue to grow. Whether its mobile communications systems, computerized estimating, GPS fleets, or programmed electronic plumbing, this field is...

Appellate Court interprets substantial compliance (Again). (Legal Corner).
June 1, 2003... Barry White was a contractor hired to build a home for a homeowner. When the contract was entered into in 1998, White had a valid license. During the course of construction, White's license was suspended as a result of the cancellation of his...

The good, the bad, and the ugly. (Business Strategies).(cross training plumbing/HVAC technicians)
June 1, 2003... Here's the scenario. Everyone wants to have technicians who can do it all. Every business owner would love to have a technician who could handle your clients' plumbing and HVAC needs in the same call. It would be even better if that same...

RPA joins ISH North America. (News Connection).(Radiant Panel Association trade show merger)
June 1, 2003... Next year's Radiant Panel Association REX trade show will become a part of ISH North America, scheduled for Oct. 13-15, 2004 in Boston. "Combining numerous related events into one location such as ISH NA allows exhibitors and attendees...

Elkay receives Partnership for Excellence Award. (News Briefs).(Elkay Manufacturing Co. honours Elkay Manufacturing Co.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Elkay Manufacturing Company was recently presented with the Partnership for Excellence Award sponsored by the Illinois Council on Economic Education (ICEE). Elkay was chosen for the prestigious award because of the plumbing products...

Contractors 2000 adds implementation coach. (News Breifs).(Steve Schneider)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Contractors 2000 announced that Steve Schneider, co-owner of Zins Plumbing in Cincinnati and a certified public accountant, has joined its staff as an implementation coach. In the role of implementation coach, Schneider will help sort out...

Delta honored with two awards. (News Briefs).(Home Magazine and Design Journal awards Delta Faucet Co. for faucets)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Delta Faucet Company announced that two popular magazines, Home Magazine and Design Journal, awarded a product from the Delta Select line of premium faucets with their top honors. The Delta Select Trevi collection of bath and kitchen...

Red-White Valve under new ownership. (News Briefs).(Valvoindustria Ing. Rizzio )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Red-White Valve Corporation plumbing and commercial; valve manufacturer based in Lake Forest Calif., went under new management as of March 14 after the majority of its existing shares were sold to Valvoindustria Ing. Rizzio (VIR), an Italian...

National Issues Conference draws 250. (News Briefs).(Campaign for Quality Construction)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... The Campaign for Quality Construction's National Issues Conference, co-hosted by the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) and four other union organizations that collectively represent some 60,000 union employing construction...

Operation Texas PHCC provides plumbing services to military families. (News Connection).(Texas Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors )
June 1, 2003... In an effort to aid families of those who are stationed in Iraq or elsewhere by providing volunteer plumbing and other services to those in need, the Texas Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC) recently launched a program to facilitate...

PHCC west brings state chapters together. (News Connection).(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Members of six Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) state chapters came together on April 23 -27 at the "PHCC West" event. The scene was Harrah's Resort Hotel and Casino in Lake Tahoe, Nevada, where several chapters held...

T. Christy Enterprises launches new web site. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... T. Christy Enterprises, a leading provider of products to the irrigation, waterworks, light industrial, plumbing and retail markets, announced that its new Web site (www.tchristy.com) is now online with tools and resources for customers' use....

Applicants sought for HVAC contractor award. (News Briefs).(2003 Trane/PHCC HVAC Contractor of the Year Award)(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association )(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association (PHCC-NA) issued a statement encouraging HVAC contractors to apply for the 2003 Trane/PHCC HVAC Contractor of the Year Award. Trane will award a $2,500 first prize to the...

Hubbard Enterprises announces new web site. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... Hubbard Enterprises Inc., a leader in pipe support and alignment brackets, announced that it has a new Web; site (www.holdrite.com) that is easier to navigate for contractors wholesalers, specifiers and engineers. The new Web site features...

PHCC, NCCER join forces for plumbing workforce development. (News Connection).(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association and National Center for Construction Education and Research)
June 1, 2003... In a move to address what it views as the plumbing industry's most significant concern-workforce development-the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) is partnering with the National Center for Construction Education and...

Calendar.(Calendar)
June 1, 2003... June 28-July 2 American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) 2003 Annual Meeting Hyatt Crown Center. Kansas City, Mo. http://www.ashrae.org 1-800-527-4723 September 29-October 3 ISH North...

Alan Gerber Lewis 1946-2003. (People).(Gerber Plumbing Fixtures Corp.)(Brief Article)(Biography)
June 1, 2003... Alan Gerber Lewis, former chief executive officer of Gerber Plumbing Fixtures Corporation until his retirement four years ago, died suddenly of a stroke at his home on April 22. Lewis worked for Gerber for nearly 30 years, serving as its...

Hot box. (People).(appointments at various companies)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2003... HOT BOX, an industry leader in valve enclosures, announced the addition of Brian Devine as southeast regional sales manager. In addition to his territorial responsibilities, Devine will participate in regional and national trade shows and will...

Summer do's and don'ts. (Marketing Mechanics).
June 1, 2003... Some contractors I know complain in the summer because it is so busy. This is not the time to complain. This is the time to earn profits. Take advantage of the opportunities presented to you in these busy times. Remember, it will get slower...

What can you do for your customers? (Service Sense).
June 1, 2003... Do you like surprises? Of course you do, everyone does. Before I go on let me define "surprise." In the context of this article a surprise is when you receive something that is really neat, that you did not expect to receive. It is a positive...

Good economy, bad economy. (Executive Briefcase).
June 1, 2003... From an economic standpoint, the first four months of the year were the most interesting I have seen in the last 20 years, and the most puzzling. While the economy continues to grow, it is doing so at a remarkably slow rate. Over the past three...

Today's hi-tech plumber. (Technology).(Industry Overview)
June 1, 2003... High technology is working its way into the plumbing contractor's world. Where is it now and where is it going tomorrow? Experts and today's hi-tech contractors share their views. Two years ago, Reeves Journal talked to experts and plumbing...

Zurn Radiant Heating: tomorrow's heating solutions today.
June 1, 2003... Zurn Radiant Heating Systems provide tomorrow's heating solutions today. We offer clean, energy-efficient warmth for every building our system is installed in. The cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing used in Zurn Radiant Heating Systems may...

Electronic leak detection: it's not as hard as most plumbers think... and it can lead to more profits for your company. (Leak Detection).
June 1, 2003... Many contractors avoid using electronic leak detection due to the difficulties associated with performing this procedure. But it's not quite as difficult as many plumbers perceive, as long as you understand the limitations of the technology and...

Get with the program: programmed technology may be the future of commercial plumbing and water conservation-but why are some contractors intimidated by it? (Programmed Technology).
June 1, 2003... Anywhere a large group of people gather you'll find a lot of plumbing and a lot of wasted water. Electronic plumbing manufacturers are dealing with this problem by creating programmed plumbing systems featuring a central computer used to manage...

New technologies for mature pumps. (Tech Topic).
June 1, 2003... Electric pumps have been used for years to remove or transfer wastewater. They are utilized more today than ever before and provide services that most people take for granted. Applications include removing wastewater from basements, pumping...

Spring cleaning for your vehicles. (Vehicle Maintenance).
June 1, 2003... In many areas of the country, spring and early summer are perfect seasons for household spring cleaning. While the winter months in the Western U.S. are typically not as harsh as in some areas of the country, it is still a good idea to "tidy...

Sump pump platform. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The company offers a sump pump platform specifically designed for raising the sump pump off the bottom of the pit. "The Brick" is strategically designed to fit all of the company's submersible sump pumps. The purpose of raising the pump is to...

Drain cleaner. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The company's improved Power-Vee automatic feed drain cleaner has a simplified feeding system that is lighter and easier to operate. The Power-Vee is like having a third hand in tight and awkward places. By squeezing the lever, the cable feeds...

Safety System. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The new Defender Safety System, featuring ScreenLok technology, was engineered to be the safest, most reliable, maintenance-free, flammable vapor ignition-resistant system in the industry. It will be incorporated into the manufacturer's 30-,...

Emergency mixing valves. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The manufacturer's line of emergency mixing valves for emergency eye care and eye/face wash units has been redesigned with a new regulator handle with a custom red emergency dial plate. Available in 1/22 size, the manufacturer's American...

Coolers. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The line of SwirlFlo coolers, redesigned for 2003, promises to solidify its position as the company's top seller to the design-conscious market. The line has been completely transformed, substituting graceful curves for the previous linear...

Faucets. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The contemporary line of Boston Faucets is for the kitchen, lavatory and shower/tub. The faucets are available in single hole, 4-inch centersets and 8-inch wide spread models. The Boston line offers 24 models in a variety of finishes. The...

Engineer Report. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The company announces the latest version of its Engineer Report for Water Hammer Arresters. Designed specifically with the plumbing engineer in mind, the Engineer Report is a comprehensive guide to water hammer arresters. It includes...

Bath system. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The company offers two luxurious systems, Airbath I and Airbath II. Each system delicately surrounds the person's body with an all-over massage, helping to release the effects of stress as well as mental and physical tensions. All units include...

Electronic solenoid timer. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The electronic solenoid timer is designed for installation on potable water lines to shut down system flow if the relief valve opens on a reduced pressure principle backflow assembly. Reduced pressure principle backflow preventers can and will...

Vessel washbasin. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The Diana vessel washbasin is a delicately round-shaped bowl that will add grace to a fashionably styled bathroom. The vessel is available in white, bisque or black. The manufacturer offers several designs of vessels and furniture pieces for...

Lavatory faucet. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The Buckingham lavatory faucet features classic lines and period cross-handles, and the spectacular finish especially highlights this antique-style faucet. The brass finish captures the look and feel of old world charm with its naturally aged...

Organic waste digestant. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... BioOne organic waste digestant is an advanced generation of biological treatment for drain lines and grease traps. BioOne is patented technology using natural live bacterial cultures specifically selected for efficient degradation and control...

Portable field station. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The Model 119 portable field station is a moveable, multi-use unit that incorporates a desk, shelving and a storage cabinet. The station is designed for reviewing drawings at the job site and for securely storing drawings, tools and equipment....

Filtered water dispenser. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The manufacturer's new Neenah filtered water dispenser boasts hints of traditional detail and streamlined geometric shapes. It is at home in almost any environment and is an elegant complement to a broad range of primary faucet designs. Smooth...

Vertical diaphragm switch. (New Products).
June 1, 2003... The company's new vertical diaphragm switch goes anywhere a sump/wastewater pump will go and will not hang up in a basin as float switches can. It is available as a separate unit for retrofitting and is also available on many of the company's...