Reeves Journal articles from March 2003

Reeves Journal archives from March 2003

Let me hear it! (Pipeline).(Editorial)
March 1, 2003... How do you measure the success of a publication like Reeves Journal? Certainly any trade magazine that's been around for 83 years must be doing something right. As the new editor, I plan to continue bringing you the practical advice and...

Property owners must warn of hazards on adjacent property. (Legal Corner).
March 1, 2003... The California Supreme Court recently decided a case that could have a wide impact on many property owners in California. It is not uncommon for there to be a strip of land either bordering the street or the side of one's property. A property...

What do you know about the Yellow Pages? (Service Sense).
March 1, 2003... I don't know how long the Yellow Pages have been around but I am 55 years old and they have been here as long as I can remember. If you are the typical contractor and American citizen you have not only used the Yellow Pages over the years but...

Ray Kennedy, Masco president, dies of apparent heart attack. (News Connection).(Raymond F. Kennedy)(Obituary)
March 1, 2003... Masco Corporation announced the sudden passing of Raymond F. Kennedy, a popular industry leader and the company's president and chief operating officer since 1996. Kennedy, 60, died unexpectedly from an apparent heart attack at his home in...

PSI brings "Focus on Future" to Vegas. (News Briefs).(Plumbers' Success International to hold teambuilding event )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... National Football League legend Terry Bradshaw, internationally acclaimed sales trainer Tom Hopkins, and five of the contracting industry's hottest experts are slated to examine what it takes to build a winning team at "Focus on the Future," a...

California's Record-Wheatly Plumbing acquired by holding company. (News Briefs).(Record-Wheatly Plumbing Services, Phoenix Associates Land Syndicate)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Record-Wheatly Plumbing Services, an 87-year-old, Santa Barbara-based service company with extensive work in all areas of plumbing contracting has been acquired by Phoenix Associates Land Syndicate of Covington, La. Record-Wheatly's...

Ban on union-friendly pacts upheld by U.S. Supreme Court. (News Connection).
March 1, 2003... The U.S. Supreme Court recently upheld President Bush's executive order forbidding mandatory union-friendly agreements on construction projects that receive federal funding. The Supreme Court declined to consider a challenge of the order...

NFPA 5000 building code seminar set. (News Connection).(National Fire Protection Association)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... A two-day seminar on NFPA 5000, Building Construction and Safety Code, will be held May 16-17 in Dallas to familiarize architects, builders and others with the new building code issued in 2002 by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)....

McMillen donates $5.3 million to expand treatment center. (News Connection).(Karl McMillen makes a donation to develop Thelma McMillen Center)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Karl McMillen, chairman of the board and co-founder of Todd Pipe & Supply in Hawthorne, Calif., recently made a $5.3 million donation to Torrance Memorial Medical Center to develop the Thelma McMillen Center, a comprehensive outpatient program...

ISH offers four areas of specialty. (News Briefs).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... ISH, the International Trade Fair for Building and Energy Technology and the Bathroom Experience, comes to Frankfurt, Germany, on March 25 to 29. The fair will be divided into four sections: HEATING "Forum for Building and Energy...

Roto-Rooter going wireless with service technicians, dispatchers. (News Connection).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Roto-Rooter announced that it will equip its more than 1,500 field technicians at company-owned branches with a wireless solution in an attempt to further improve quality and to support the plumbing service company's commitment to fast,...

Campaign for Quality Construction announces National Issues Conference. (News Connection).(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... The Campaign for Quality Construction announced that the 2003 National Issues Conference will take place May 5-7 at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D.C. This annual conference addresses key construction industry business issues. In...

Hercules names new marketing project manager. (People).(Hercules Chemical Co. chooses Gail S. Leicht )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2003... Hercules Chemical Company announced that Gail S. Leicht has joined the company as marketing project manager, a position in which she will oversee all communications efforts, including advertising, public relations, and promotions. Leicht...

NSF announces plan for arsenic testing technologies in Alaska. (News Connection).(NSF International)
March 1, 2003... NSF International, a public health and safety company, announced plans to verify new and innovative arsenic technologies through the Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) Drinking Water Systems (DWS) Center. The verification of...

Comprehensive consensus codes available in May 2003. (News Connection).
March 1, 2003... Model code developers committed to processes accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) have combined their expertise and proven track records in public safety to complete the world's first fully integrated volume of...

Calendar.(plumbing industry events)(Calendar)
March 1, 2003... March 19-22 Western Mechanical Conference Hilton Palm Springs Resort Palm Springs, Calif. www.westernmecanical.org 702/598-1710 April 15 PHCC of Alameda & Contra Costa Counties Expo 2003 Centennial Hall ...

Morale issues affect your client satisfaction. (Marketing Mechanics).
March 1, 2003... You and your employees should enjoy coming to work every day. Yes, there are busy and stressful days. However, everyone should enjoy overall what he or she is doing and the work environment should be pleasant. In positive environments,...

Meeting sink installation challenges: three unusual sinks present plumbing obstacles. (Sink Installations).
March 1, 2003... Installing an out-of-the-ordinary sink can be a challenge that leaves a plumbing contractor scratching his head. RJ spoke to three installers to find out how they handled recent projects involving a "farm" sink, a cooking vessel sink, and a...

Back to school: renovating public school restrooms in Southern California. (School Restrooms).
March 1, 2003... Southern California schools are currently undergoing intense pressure to modernize their restroom facilities. "The LA school district is in a big crunch to bring their restrooms up to working order," said Chris Braun, LA account representative...

To PEX or not to PEX: while Las Vegas embraces PEX piping, the material meets continued resistance in California. (PEX Piping).
March 1, 2003... While the use of PEX spreads like a range fire in Las Vegas, the non-metallic piping is still being met with resistance in California as a court battle plays out. "About all that's done anymore around here is PEX pipe," said Robert Blazek,...

Keeping your head out of water: an overview of fire sprinkler compliance. (Fire Sprinkler Compliance).(Illustration)
March 1, 2003... Knowing the codes and standards for fire sprinklers can be confusing. Sooner or later, an HVAC or plumbing contractor will interface with a fire sprinkling system. When this time comes, it helps to have a familiarity with the structure of codes...

Using diagnostic pipe inspection equipment. (Tech Topic).
March 1, 2003... Because diagnostic pipe inspection equipment is relatively new and most contractors do not have a long history of use with it, they need to learn as much as they can from those who have experience. Mastering a few simple tips can make the...

Examining Bush's latest tax proposal. (Executive Briefcase).
March 1, 2003... In 2001 President Bush submitted and Congress approved the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (EGTRRA), which was the largest tax cut in history. However, before he could get the necessary support from Democrats, he had to agree...

Cycling saves money for small- to mid-size fleets. (Vehicle Maintenance).
March 1, 2003... The downturn in the economy combined with a soft used-car market has caused many business owners and fleet managers to hold onto older vehicles longer. But keeping vehicles with high mileage can mean higher maintenance and fuel costs, frequent...

Becoming the best. (Business Strategies).
March 1, 2003... How do you become the best? You must know the answer to this if you are going to dominate your market gain financial success, and have more free time than ever. If you want those things, you won't get them by sitting around and waiting, and you...

Flushometer comparison guide. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The two-sided, four-color, laminated Flushometer comparison/selection guide compares features of the manufacturer's Flushometers with those of other valves and may be a useful reference when addressing "or equal" specifications. Titled Good,...

Tubing cutters. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The two new tubing cutters deliver a quick, clean cut for optimal flaring across all diameters of flexible gas piping. Designed specifically for use with the manufacturer's corrugated stainless steel tubing, these two cutters handle the...

Prefab shower unit. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Aqua-Panel prefabricated shower unit, part of the company's Temp-Gard product line, consists of a vandal-proof, prefabricated, 18-gauge stainless steel shroud and top cat with No. 4 brushed finish. The shroud encases a 1/2-inch copper...

Wet/dry vacuums. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The new RIDGID wet/dry vacuums offer 2.0 to 6.5 peak horsepower in six- to 16-gallon capacities. The units combine powerful and durable proprietary motors with a patented blower wheel design for maximum power in either vacuum or blower mode....

Toilet tank repair valve. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The 400A toilet tank repair valve's fast, positive shut-off works with water pressure, not against it like old-fashioned ballcocks. Because the valve is either fully opened or closed during operation, tank refill takes place quickly and...

Pre-rinse unit. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The secret to the money-saving efficiency of the pre-rinse unit is the Ultra Spray valve, which produces a powerful cleaning spray while using only 1.6 gallons per minute at 80 pounds per square inch. The unit's Ultra-Spray valve can be used...

Marketing tools. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... ProMark (short for "The Professional Marketer's Resource Directory") can help wholesalers and plumbing contractors who sell and install the company's water heating products to be more successful in their ad campaigns and sales presentations....

Shower Alcove. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Natural Gloss Shower Alcove is a three-panel wall system made of solid Veritek, the manufacturer's exclusive compression-molded composite material. A sturdy boss-and-clip interlock system means that walls can be assembled easily, providing...

Water coolers. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Galvanized steel bases and powder coat paint finishes have been added to the manufacturer's line of compact, freestanding water coolers. The galvanized steel bases help to resist rust and corrosion, while the powder coat paint helps to prevent...

Two-piece toilet. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Dalton combines cutting-edge technology and performance with more classical design traits. The tank lid of this two-piece unit has been shaped into a shelf-like area, a decorative detail that provides additional space for toiletries,...

Gas shut-off valves. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The new vertical gas shut-off valves are designed for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Sizes range from 3/4 inch to a full 6 inches, and the valves have "top in bottom out" or "bottom in top out" flow. All of the company's...

Angle stops. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The deluxe angle stop kits add style and integrity to the bathroom. Designed to complement any of the company's faucet lines, the kits include a choice of matching decorative handles (e.g., cross-handle, lever, melon), flange and quarter-turn...

Boiler brochure. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The four-page brochure provides detailed information on the manufacturer's low water cutoff (LWCO) boiler applications, product selection between two models, customization options and submittal data information. The company's LWCO control can...

Non-clog pumps. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Capable of handling up to three-inch solids with a maximum flow rate of up to 650 gallons per minute, the new series of dual-seal, non-clog pumps are intended for use in sewage systems, flood and pollution control, and general residential and...

Valves. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The QuarterMaster valve series offers a high-tech design with innovative ball valve technology for easy operation. A simple quarter-turn of the handle opens and closes the valves. The low lead-compliant valves can be used for any general...

Ladder rack system. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The EZ-GLIDE build-your-own rack system for ladder storage starts with the basic rotation rack and then adds kits and accessories to meet users exact requirements. It is designed to fit a wide range of vehicles. The system has an ergonomic...

Pipe freezing kit. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Cold-Shot pipe freezing kitlets contractors repair an operating water system without draining water lines, sprinkler systems or hot water systems before cutting pipe or tubing. Using carbon dioxide ([CO.sub.2]) in dip-tube cylinders, the...

Pipe clamps. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Stout System product line is revolutionizing the pipe support and alignment bracket category by providing a versatile suite of the company's pipe clamps that integrate directly into the company's Stout platform. Hubbard Enterprises ...

Bronze air scoops. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The Series AS-B bronze air scoops (air separators) are designed for efficient separation of air from water in hydronic heating systems. The air scoops are manufactured completely out of bronze and are mounted in the horizontal position. They...

Soaking bath. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... Resembling a traditional claw foot bath, the copper Victorian soaking bath speaks old world charm. The copper is raw and will change color and character as time goes on. Each end of the bath has a slight recline. The top of the bath is finished...

Plastic pipe. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... DURA-PEX pipe addresses industry-wide concerns about minimizing the advanced aging effects of ultraviolet (UV) sunlight on plastic pipe prior to purchase and installation. The manufacturer has the NSF-approved resin formulation with UV...

Cable bath waste. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The cable bath waste is designed especially for whirlpool baths and comes pre-assembled for easy installation. Opening and closing the drain on the bath waste only requires a smooth quarter-turn of the handle. The working parts are located...

Hot water tanks. (New Products).
March 1, 2003... The new line of StorageMate hot water tanks immediately increase the amount of usable hot water within existing hot water storage systems. This line is ideal for residential and commercial uses that require large amounts of readily available...