Reeves Journal articles from March 2006

Reeves Journal archives from March 2006

A ticklish situation.(pipeline)
March 1, 2006... Illegal immigration has become a hot-button issue, particularly among those of us living in Western border states. It can be a polarizing issue, as well. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] First, there are those whose position on the issue goes so...

Should I walk? Should I terminate?(legalcorner)
March 1, 2006... Quite often we are asked whether a prime contractor should terminate a subcontractor, or whether a subcontractor should walk from a construction contract as a result of a disagreement over payment, work, changes or otherwise. The answer to this...

It's finally spring ... Plant the seeds for summer!(marketingmechanics)
March 1, 2006... Winter is quickly leaving and spring is upon us. We need to take a page out of the farmers' handbook--plant the seeds in spring for a good summer and a great harvest season. What does this mean for our businesses? It is time to put the plan in...

Grease interceptors.(featured product)
March 1, 2006... The use of grease traps is standard health/safety code in most all commercial food preparation applications. They're recommended for removing and retaining grease from wastewater in kitchens and restaurant areas where food is prepared. ...

The importance of benefits communications.(executivebriefcase)
March 1, 2006... Attention employees: Health care costs are rising. We are cutting your benefits and making you pay more for them. Call the insurance company if you have any questions. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Simple and to-the-point, right? But...

What are you after?(business strategies)
March 1, 2006... Everyone is after something different. You have a different motivation and drive than every competitor in your market. What is it? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] On the day that you opened your business, what was your vision? Every successful...

PHCC-GLAA celebrates 100th.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... The Los Angeles City Council Feb. 3 issued a resolution congratulating the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association of the Greater Los Angeles Area for 100 years of service to residents of the city. The Council's resolution...

PHCC NA adopts 'immigration reform' paper.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... To make sure plumbing and HVACR contractors' opinions are defined and heard in upcoming debates on Capitol Hill, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association has adopted a formal position paper on immigration reform. The...

WQA Aquatech on track to be largest event ever.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... Organizers of the Water Quality Association's 2006 WQA Aquatech USA Show, scheduled for Mar. 28-Apr. 1 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., said last month attendee registrations are ahead of last year and exhibit...

2006 AHR Expo shatters records.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... More than 57,000 HVACR professionals filled the aisles and booths at the 76th AHR Expo in Chicago, January 23-25 as the world's largest HVACR event broke several records. Driven by unprecedented association support, new show features, and...

ICCF donates codes to Louisiana governments.(International Code Council Foundation)
March 1, 2006... A recent donation of code books by the International Code Council Foundation is aimed at helping local Louisiana governments' efforts to carry out requirements of the state's new construction code law as the state rebuilds in the wake of 2005...

Moen launches plumber training program.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... Two recent studies conducted by Moen Inc., a manufacturer of kitchen and bath products based in N. Olmstead, Ohio, shed light on issues in today's plumbing industry. For service plumbers, the study revealed that hiring and training qualified...

2006 K/BIS show ramping up for Chicago.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... Organizers of the 2006 Kitchen & Bath Show, set for April 20-23 at Chicago's McCormick Place, said this year's edition of the event is on track to host more than 900 exhibitors and 50,000 attendees. Set to debut at K/BIS 2006 is the...

Plumbing company recognized as No. Cal. growth leader.(news connection)
March 1, 2006... Plumbing M.D., a Dixon, Calif.-based plumbing company that has operated in Northern California since 1992, was recently recognized as one of the "Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies" in its region, which is composed of four counties including...

Taco raises commercial pricing.(newsbriefs)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... Taco, Inc., a manufacturer of pumps, valves, tanks, accessories and electronic controls for use in hydronic systems based in Cranston, R.I., said it planned price increases for its commercial products line, to take effect Feb. 1. Increases...

Les DenHerder elected CCA chair.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2006... Les DenHerder of HPS Mechanical, Inc., in Bakersfield. Calif., has been elected chairman of the Construction Contractors' Alliance, an enhanced service group of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association. DenHerder was...

"Brand-aid" is focus of next QSC meeting.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2006... Achieving big business success, being a step ahead in a competitive marketplace and developing a, "secret weapon" are all possible, according to organizers of the July Quality Service Contractors meeting in San Antonio. All you need is a...

2006 UPC, UMC now available.(Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform Plumbing Code)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials of Ontario, Caolf., has announced the 2006 editions of its Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code are now available. In addition, an array of other codes and guides...

In-Sink-Erator honors Spikette members.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2006... In-Sink-Erator and the National Association of Home Builders Women's Council honored outstanding members with scholarships and awards as part of the 50th annual Spikette Awards Reception Jan. 11 at the NAHB International Builders Show in...

Mr. Rooter named to 'Franchise 500' list.(newsbriefs)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... Mr. Rooter Plumbing, a full-service plumbing and drain cleaning company, has been named to the 27th Annual Entrepreneur Magazine "Franchise 500" and "Top Global Franchises" lists. The magazine bases its rankings on financial strength and...

Mr.Steam names Southern sales reps.(Woolf-Harris )(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... Mr.Steam is pleased to announce that, effective immediately, Woolf-Harris will be responsible for sales in Tennessee, Missouri and Louisiana for Mr.Steam residential and commercial lines. Naming Woolf-Harris the representative in these states...

Flowserve earns NASA kudos.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2006... The National Aeronautics and Space Administration recently awarded Flowserve Corp., a provider of fluid motion and control products and services, a certificate of appreciation for custom-engineering new valves for the agency's Johnson, Marshall...

Calif. company named 'Best in Business'.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2006... ServiceMagic, Inc., a golden, Colo.-based Internet marketing solution for residential contractors and home service professionals, has announced that Pipeline Rooter Plumbing, a residential plumbing company in Los Angeles, its February 2006...

Chemical Injection Technologies, Inc.(appointed Bob Fraum)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... Chemical Injection Technologies, Inc., a leader in water and wastewater treatment named recently Bob Fraum, vice president of sales, as the 2005 recipient of the Superior Customer Service Award. The award is given annually to a Chemical...

Bradford White of Ambler, Pa., recently announced the appointment of Dennis J. Travisano to the newly created position of director of business development.(Anthony J. Maglione is retiring)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... Bradford White of Ambler, Pa., recently announced the appointment of Dennis J. Travisano to the newly created position of director of business development. In his newly appointed role, Travisano will be working with homebuilders to secure and...

National Association.(people)
March 1, 2006... Ike Casey, executive vice president of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association, has been elected to a three-year term on the board of directors of the national Small Business Legislative Council, an independent coalition...

Mestek.(people)
March 1, 2006... Brian D. Benard has rejoined Mestek as the company's new marketing manager. In his new post, Benard is responsible for developing and implementing strategic marketing initiatives for Sterling HVAC and SpacePak products Sterling HVAC is a...

Roto-Rooter Services Co.(people)
March 1, 2006... Roto-Rooter Services Co., of Cincinnati, has announced that Larry Rothman has been promoted to the position of director of plumbing. In his new position, Rothman will work with all of the company's branches to develop Roto-Rooter's plumbing...

ThermaSol.(awarded Jim Van Landingham with David Altman Team Member of the Year Award)(Brief article)
March 1, 2006... ThermaSol, a steam bath design and technology company in Simi Valley, Calif., has awarded national sales manager Jim Van Landingham the "David Altman Team Member of the Year Award," an award given to the team member who strives to achieve the...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2006... Mar. 14-16 Grandy & Associates Basic Business Boot Camp Venue TBA Sioux Falls, SD (800) 432-7963 E-mail: GrandyAsso@aol.com www.grandyassociates.com Mar. 19-23 MCAA 2006 Convention Grand...

'His lordship, the Eeeeeaaaarrrrllll of plumbing': a Southern California institution celebrates 50 years in business.
March 1, 2006... It's not every day that a plumbing contractor celebrates 50 years in business. Longevity in the business world is one of the hot topics covered ad infinitum in the business section of just about any book store. Yessir, for $24.95 you can read...

Tap into water treatment: turn problem [H.sub.2]O into pure profit.
March 1, 2006... no matter where they live, most consumers have issues with water quality. They don't like how it looks, tastes or smells when it flows from the tap. They aren't happy with scum in the shower or scaling on bathroom and kitchen fixtures. ...

Pay me now or ... Customer neglect can spell profits for your company.
March 1, 2006... The thing about sewers and the lines running into them from a building is that they're relatively transparent to the owners and occupants of a building or home. Sure, somewhere deep in the recesses of their minds, they probably know there's a...

Backflow basics: a '101'-level introduction to backflow.
March 1, 2006... Water may be the single most important chemical compound to humans on the planet. It stands to reason then, that we should take all necessary steps to keep our water sources clean, pure and safe. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] While public...

Poor service agreement productivity is my fault!(servicesense)
March 1, 2006... Service agreements are literally the foundation stone for profitable growth in the trades industry today! Wow, that is a pretty strong statement, but it's true. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Most reading this article will be in the plumbing...

Turbocharging The Little Engine That Could.(vehiclemaintenance)
March 1, 2006... In today's world of high fuel costs and the need to move loads more efficiently, smaller engines are doing the work of larger ones. But unlike the classic children's book, The Little Engine That Could, turbochargers, rather than sheer...

Heating Box.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... AQ Energy has introduced the Heating Box, a new way to combine potable water heating and space heating using just one appliance as a heat source. The Heating Box is fully integrated heat transfer control station that accepts hot water from a...

Power Box Dock.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Bosch Power Tools and Accessories has ushered the world's jobsites into the digital music age with its new, specially designed Power Box Dock for iPod. From Mp3s to podcasts, users can listen to their music and entertainment anytime and...

Estimating solution.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Accubid Systems has announced the release of version 2 of Accubid Enterprise Estimating (AEE), a specification-driven estimating solution designed specifically for piping and mechanical contractors. AEE is a true multiple-user system, allowing...

Water supply connections system.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... BrassCraft has introduced SureConnect, a new system for water supply connections that will add both speed and profits to plumbing, the company said. Key to the new system is BrassCraft's preformed stub-out with its proprietary end form. The...

Culinary Faucet.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Brizo has unveiled its Pascal Culinary Faucet with Smart Technology, a faucet that acts more like an "appliance" focusing on the actual art of cooking, improving efficiency and providing ease-of-use. Combining hands-free and touch-control...

Water treatment catalog.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... American Plumber's new 24-page water treatment catalog includes all of the information contractors need to select the right water softeners and water treatment equipment to solve their residential and commercial customers' water problems. For a...

Grinder retrofit system.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Liberty Pumps has announced that its new Omnivore Grinder is now available as a drop-in replacement unit for E/One GP 200 and GP 2000 systems. The LSG202-RE is a complete package that includes the Omnivore 2-horsepower grinder pump, control...

Hammer drills.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Milwaukee Electric Tool has introduced two .5-inch hammer drills with optimized balance and ergonomics plus a comfortable two-finger trigger and soft grip handles. These new hammer drills feature a powerful 8.5-amp motor and have a durable...

Water closet ring Stabilizer.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... RLB Stabilizers has introduced the Toilet Anchor for stabilizing water closet rings, eliminating loosening of screws over time and eliminating leaks associated with faulty installation. Toilet Anchor installation is trouble free, and there is...

Drain line purity catalog.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Schier Products has released its Catalog #104, which contains the most complete line of polyethylene and steel grease interceptors, oil separators, and solids interceptors as well as an innovative line of chemical waste tanks in polyethylene...

Metal cutting saw.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... M. K. Morse has introduced the latest in metal cutting: the CSM14B 14-inch metal cutting saw with dry cutting technology. Equipped with a durable, fast-cutting, Metal Devil 14-inch carbide-tipped blade, the saw produces a virtual spark-free...

Shielding lotion.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... 21st Century Formulations announced the availability of its Skin MD Natural, a completely new category of product that looks like a lotion but acts very differently on the skin. Many common work products are absorbed directly into the skin,...

Bulb and capillary thermostats.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Selco Products has introduced a new series of bulb and capillary thermostats featuring 30-amp capacity and a variety of options designed to provide an excellent level of safety and flexibility. With high-current capacity, the new SHQ, SHR, SJQ...

Roman tub and tub/shower.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Danze has added a Roman tub faucet and a tub/shower faucet to match its recently introduced Tiburon Collection's widespread and mini-widespread lavatory faucets, each featuring handles made of spun wire. The Roman tub faucet features the Soft...

Portable Gas Analyzer.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... E Instruments has released its new, low-cost BTU 1000 Basic Portable Gas Analyzer. This portable and multifunctional unit is ideal for service and maintenance purposes of HVAC professionals, including boilers, heaters and other domestic and...

Vandal-resistant coolers.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Halsey Taylor has introduced a new line of vandal-resistant water coolers designed for a wide variety of applications. The new stainless-steel coolers combine the most preferred features from several of Halsey Taylor's most popular models. The...

Root machine.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... General Pipe Cleaners has described its new economical Metro-Rooter as the Mini-Rooter of root-cutting machines. With a capacity of 75 feet of .625-inch Flexicore wire rope center cable, the Metro-Rooter handles roots and other tough stoppages...

All-in-One screwdrivers.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... Lenox has introduced its new, super-durable All-in-One Driver line of six-in-one and nine-in-one screwdrivers for plumbing and HVAC professionals. Lenox All-in-One Drivers offer the user convenience and value thanks to their sturdy...

Gas-fired boilers.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... HydroTherm has expanded its popular KN series with the addition of two highly efficient, high-technology, commercial gas-fired boilers: the KN-6 and KN-20. Both are up to 99 percent efficient and feature HydroTherm's proprietary Tru-Flow...

High Low Systems literature.(newproducts)
March 1, 2006... New color literature featuring Leonard Valve's New Generation High Low Systems is now available from the manufacturer of thermostatic water mixing valves. The six-page bulletin includes color photos, tables and graphs that highlight the New...