Reeves Journal articles from March 2002

Reeves Journal archives from March 2002

The big picture.(Pipeline)
March 1, 2002... I received a voice-mail message from a retired plumber in San Diego who had read our story on locating post-tension cables in the January issue. He was able to articulate in just a few spoken words what we had failed to do in more than one...

Support for ASSE 1022.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2002... The article ("Code Change Fuels Debate Over Backflow Equipment," August) and Bob Purzycki's letter (Post-Mix Protection, September) denigrating soft drink fountain carbonation backflow preventers meeting ASSE Standard 1022 were incorrect and...

Argument against CSST doesn't fly.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2002... California used to be the leader in innovative technology and products. With a mindset like those backpedaling in the CSST hearings, one wonders if the Chicken Little argument will prevail, as this material that has yet to be proven defective...

Contractors forced to pay apprentices higher wage.(Contractornews)
March 1, 2002... Effective Feb. 17, California contractors were required to start paying their apprentices the prevailing wage on both public and private work projects. The new regulation, handed down by the California Apprenticeship Council (CAC), affects...

Overflows from sewers are a serious health risk.(Contractornews)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Aging sewer systems designed to overflow when it rains are discharging more than 1.2 trillion gallons of untreated sewage into waterways each year, increasing the likelihood of water-borne disease outbreaks. A recent report by the...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2002... March 15-18 American Subcontractors Association Business Forum and Convention Alexis Park Resort & Spa Las Vegas, Nev. www.asaonline.com 703/684-3450 March 20-22 Western Mechanical Labor Management ...

Briefly ...(Contractor news)(Kincaid Plumbing)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... To accommodate the growth it has experienced over the last five years, Kincaid Plumbing, a new construction contractor based in the lower California desert, built a 13,000-square-foot facility in Thousand Palms, Calif. The building was...

In memoriam: Ed Andrade 1938 to 2001.(Contractornews)(Obituary)
March 1, 2002... Ed Andrade, chairman of the board of A.O. Reed & Co., died last year. He was 63. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Born in Honolulu, Andrade came to San Diego in 1952. He entered the U.A. Local 230 Plumber apprenticeship program in 1956 and began...

A Lis Pendens is a powerful tool used in the right situation.(Legal Corner)
March 1, 2002... A Lis Pendens is a formal notification to the world that there is some litigation pending over a parcel of real property. A Lis Pendens may only be recorded against real property. That is, if a dispute involves a piece of equipment, or an...

Are you getting paid today?(Business Strategies)
March 1, 2002... Editor's Note: This is the first of a three-part series on reducing your accounts receivables. The edited transcript is from a speech the author gave during a recent Plumbers' Success International Summit. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Check your ATF.(Vehicle Maintenance)(automatic transmission fluid)
March 1, 2002... One of the most significant changes made to autos over the years has been the development of the automatic transmission. However, as with any sophisticated piece of equipment, regular maintenance is important to keep it running the way it...

Biard & Crockett's evolution: the family owned and operated contractor has stood the test of time and now offers service and repair, retail sales and in-house design services.(company profile)(Biard & Crockett Plumbing Service Inc.)(Company Profile)
March 1, 2002... For customers, it's a double-edged sword. Biard & Crockett Plumbing Service Inc. has developed a reputation for being able to track down some pretty hard-to-find parts. When customers finally arrive after searching all over the county, the...

Heating & cooling using PEX; historic warehouse gets retrofitted with a unique climate control system.(polyethylene pipe materials)
March 1, 2002... The completion of a radiant floor heating--and cooling system--in a historic warehouse located on Pier One, the northernmost pier on San Francisco's Embarcadero, is the first documented application of a radiant floor heating and cooling system...

PEX in California holding pattern.(polyethylene piping materials)
March 1, 2002... California's Housing and Community Development Dept. (HCD) issued a statement Jan. 31 saying it will continue to recognize corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) as an approved gas piping material in the new California Plumbing Code pending...

A guide to government work: be prepared for the prequalification process, and make sure your record's clean.(Government Contracting)
March 1, 2002... The United States government buys more than $200 billion worth of products and services every year--a full third of that amount in the construction and remodeling of their own facilities. With numbers such as these, it's no surprise that...

Sum it up and shut up; when the microphone's turned on, will you be prepared?(Media Prep)
March 1, 2002... Building and growing a company is many a contractor's dream. Of course "success" is measured differently but--personal goals aside--success in contracting has often been gauged through sales volume (larger), revenues and profits (steadier), and...

Central announces Voluntary Replacement Program.(Fire Sprinklers)
March 1, 2002... Central Sprinkler Company (Central), an affiliate of Tyco Fire Products LP and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a Voluntary Replacement Program for O-Ring fire sprinklers last year. The company said it would...

UL restricts use of O-rings in fire sprinklers.(Underwriters Laboratories Inc.)
March 1, 2002... After January 2003, O-ring water seal constructions in sprinklers will no longer be permitted by Underwriters Laboratories' Standard for Safety for Automatic Sprinklers for Fire Protection Service, UL199. This action follows a UL-funded...

Showerheads: water conservation regulations have changed today's products dramatically.(Techtopic)
March 1, 2002... Twenty-five years ago, showerhead technology pretty much resembled a garden sprinkler can: a flat metal plate with holes punched through it. Water flowed freely and unrestricted, causing family riots over who used all the hot water, wreaking...

Track your financials on a quarterly basis.(Executive Briefcase)
March 1, 2002... As this column goes to press, Enron is mired in the largest and most spectacular bankruptcy in the history of American business. What was so shocking about their bankruptcy filing is the amount of shareholder wealth that has been lost in such a...

As a manager, do you know what's expected of you?(Service Sense)
March 1, 2002... This month we're going to talk about creating job descriptions for you and your employees. We'll also talk about creating incentive programs for your technicians, developing an organizational chart for the future and the importance of...

American Standard buys danish fittings maker.(Manufacturer/Wholesaler News)(Borma)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... American Standard Companies, parent of Ideal Standard Europe, has acquired Denmark-based Borma, a sanitary brass fittings manufacturer. "We continue to strengthen our market presence throughout Europe," says Wilfried Delker, president of Ideal...

A Contemporary Gourmet stainless steel sink and Regency chrome faucet update the kitchen of a 1927 Craftsman-style bungalow that was raffled off Dec. 1 to benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund.(Manufacturer/Wholesaler News)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Caption: A Contemporary Gourmet stainless steel sink and Regency chrome faucet update the kitchen of a 1927 Craftsman-style bungalow that was raffled off Dec. 1 to benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. Elkay donated the products as part of...

IAPMO, Chinese open door for manufacturers.(Manufacturer/Wholesaler News)(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Late last year, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials' R&T group and high-ranking Chinese officials signed what is believed to be the first mutual recognition agreement with China since its entry into the World...

New specification available for SDR9 PEX tubing.(Manufacturer/Wholesaler News)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Late last year, ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic Pipe Systems approved F2159, Standard Specification for Plastic Insert Fittings Utilizing a Copper Crimp Ring for SDR9 Cross-Linked Polyethylene Tubing. According to committee member Matthew D....

Halsey Taylor has added a new customer inquiry system.(Briefly ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Halsey Taylor has added a new customer inquiry system. Called Rapid Order Inquiry System (ROI), the Internet-based system allows customers to check on the status on their orders and track shipping information 24/7. The system also provides...

Tempress Ltd., a supplier of pressure balancing valves, has joined the Plumbing Manufactures Institute.(Briefly ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Tempress Ltd., a supplier of pressure balancing valves, has joined the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute. It's new web site is due to launch this month.

Moen Inc.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Richard E. Posey has been named president and CEO of Moen Inc. The appointed was effective Jan. 15. Before joining Moen, Posey served as president and CEO of Hamilton Beach/Proctor Silex, the leading small appliance manufacturer in North...

Speakman Co.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Will Denham, former vice president and general manager of Speakman Co., has retired. Denham, who started working for Speakman 45 years ago, credits his success to staying "proactive, seeking out real facts, setting meaningful objectives and...

Consolidated Supply Co.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Consolidated Supply Co. has promoted Jeff Konen to vice president of purchasing. Jeff has been an integral part of Consolidated Supply Co. since 1985. In 1993, he was named director of purchasing. Jeff has more than 17 years experience in...

Mestek.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Darryl W. DeAngelis has been named national sales manager for Mestek's SpacePak and Koldwave divisions. DeAngelis joined Mestek in 1999. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Swan Corp.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Lori Warner has been named customer service manager of the Swan Corp. Werner will focus on expanding Swan's "customer first" philosophy throughout the entire organization. Before joining Swan, she was a business development manager for Lincoln...

Tomlinson.(People)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Tomlinson's No-Drip Faucet Division has announced several promotions. Twenty-year veteran Rodney Giera has been promoted to sales specialist for the domestic No-Drip, Pro-Flo and West Bend Operation product lines. Daniel Giblin has...

Concentric faucet.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... This unique faucet configuration allows you to easily remove, repair or replace the manufacturer's faucet from the front of the back-splash plate, not the back. The concentric design centers around a special adaptor flange and 1/2-inch...

Gas connector coating.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... This new state-of-the-art protective coating provides superior corrosion resistance from more than 100 common household chemicals and harsh environment substances such as salt and UV rays. The coating has been specifically engineered to...

Expansion tanks.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The ILT In-Line expansion tanks are designed to absorb the increased water volume created by thermal expansion and to maintain balanced pressure throughout the potable water supply system while allowing flow of water through the tank. This...

Mini-Trench drain.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Z-884 Mini-Trench is a 3-inch deep modular trench drain designed for light-duty applications. Each channel is constructed in 40-inches long, 4-inches wide high-density polypropylene lengths. It features integral top frames, inter-locking...

Hand towel.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Lifter wipes absorb and trap dirt directly into the towel like a sponge so it cannot be retransferred back to the skin. Thoroughly tested in the field, the wipes' nontoxic germ-fighting formula actually conditions and softens hands leaving...

Outside wall faucet.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The hot and cold outside wall faucets are designed to provide year-round service for homes or any structure where and hot and cold water service is needed. The models 22, 22cc and V22 include separate hold and cold inlet tubes and operating...

Wet rotor circulators.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The new VersaFlo UPS and UP pumps offer high flow and high-head performance, ideal for primary/secondary heating systems. The small 1/25th hp UP pumps are available in a high-head configuration, while the mid-size UP 1/6th hp pump is available...

Web site.(Newproducts)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The manufacturer's easy-to-navigate and fast-loading Web site features information about all products, down-loadable specification sheets and other literature in .pdf format; an entire section is dedicated to water hammer along with sales...

Shower column.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Using Avonite solid surface material, Grohe faucetry and an innovative aluminum frame design, the Monolith shower column provides luxury showering in a simple conversion package. The unique face design and available color pallet is compatible...

Temperature control.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Automix 20 is an advanced electronic temperature control with night setback designed to actuate 3-way or 4-way Termonix valves for radiant floor heating and new or retrofit radiator or fin-tube baseboard applications. The control includes...

Water cooler.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... These barrier-free split-level models have been designed to serve children and adults simultaneously with the high-low could-water dispensers. The units' waterways are coonstructed with materials that enable the dispensed water to be lead-free....

Check valve.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The Swing-Flex check valve is designed to provide non-slam performance by placing the seat on a 45-degree angle. The angled seat design results in a short disc stroke of 35 degrees, which reduces the valve's closing time and virtually...

Combustion boiler.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The new Dominator uses a sealed combustion chamber, special alloy burners, multispeed blowers and a more efficient staging control. It is capable of up to four stages of firing. The staging control precisely matches the fuel input of the system...

Air filter.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The new high-efficiency air filter provides long service life in a compact, V-bank design. Used in place of box-type filters or other products, the filter is ideal for air-starved systems or any commercial, medical, industrial processing...

Cabinet heater.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Ranging in size from 2 kW to 24 kW, CUI Series heaters may be mounted on the floor, wall or ceiling and recessed as required. The cabinets are constructed from 18-gauge steel with a white or almond epoxy/polyester, powder-coated finish for...

Water conditioner.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The system uses the manufacturer's patented, nonelectric control valve and quad tank design to ensure an uninterrupted supply of conditioned, filtered water. Resin and carbon are contained in separate tanks to make maintenance easier and avoid...

Rectangular washbasin.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The basic Vero sink features a narrow rim, which accommodates conventional faucets. Optional features include and integrated back-splash and wall-mounted faucets. Its smooth, easy-to-clean ceramic is perfect for both private bathrooms and...

Leak detector.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... A new service being offered by the company utilizes a testing device (LeakTell) using ultra-sensitive microprocessors to quickly detect minuscule changes in fluid levels. The equipment is so precise that it can verify if a pool has leaked just...

Shower pan.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Constructed of Terreon, the manufacturer's exclusive solid surface material composed of an acrylic modified polyester resin, the shower pan offers excellent durability and vandal resistance. The material resists stains, burns, chemicals and...

Combo Kit.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The 6514-27 Combo Kit includes the 18-volt cordless Sawzall (6514-20), 6 1/2-inch circular saw (6310-20), 1/2-inch T-handle driver/drill (0522-20) and a pro work light. The kit comes with a soft-sided bag, featuring a number of pockets and...

Diaphragm flushometer.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... One of the key features is that the diaphragm is manufactured with synthetic rubber material called Permex, which is designed to protect the flushometer's performance from aggressive chemicals, such as chloramines. Other features include ADA...

Sump pump alarm.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... These battery-operated audio alarms are designed to warn of threatening liquid level conditions in sump basins. The alarm features convenient automatic alarm reset, chirper circuitry to warn of a low battery condition, a float-actuated sensor...

Soaking tub.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... Shown in white, Etoile is also available in more than 23 standard colors. It is constructed with Lucite XL Acrylic and comes with an optional head/shoulder support system. Additional accessories include an in-line water heater, touch control,...

Flexible ducting.(New Products)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2002... The finished cuffed ends feature a smooth, elasticized finish and are molecularly bonded to the hose or ducting without adhesives to provide a smooth clamping surface. Eliminating wire helix interference for a tighter seal, these finished cuff...

Selling the Invisible.(Marketing Mechanics)
March 1, 2002... I ran across an incredible marketing book that I strongly suggest that you read. It is Selling the Invisible by Harry Beckwith. It's a very easy book to read and has a lot of food for thought. Whatever you might think, we are selling service,...