Reeves Journal articles from March 2008

Reeves Journal archives from March 2008

Women can do the job.(pipeline)
March 1, 2008... This month's "Women in the Plumbing Industry" feature reminds me of a time almost a year ago. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] See, I was out in the back yard trying to sweat a hose bib onto a copper stub. I had already cut away the bizarre...

Challenges to Arizona's immigration law unsuccessful ... so far: constitutional and procedural questions make the state's 'employer sanctions law' a moving target for companies trying to comply.(legalcorner)
March 1, 2008... It has been just over six months since the Arizona Legislature passed, and Governor Janet Napolitano signed into law, HB 2779, "The Legal Arizona Workers Act." Called the toughest immigration law in the country, the Arizona Employer Sanction...

New tools for modern marketing.(marketingmechanics)
March 1, 2008... Like it or not, the way we must market our company's products and services is changing. We are bombarded with so many advertising messages that we tune them out. How many of you have TiVo or some other device to fast-forward through the...

How's it hanging? Hangers and supports solve job site problems.(codeshack)
March 1, 2008... Keeping pipes connected and adequately supported keeps the strain off the fittings and keeps gravity working to our advantage in the movement of wastewater. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to Section 314.1 of the Uniform Plumbing Code...

Guidelines on implementing automatic investment.(executivebriefcase)
March 1, 2008... Approximately one-third of eligible workers do not participate in their employer-sponsored defined contribution plans, such as 401(k) plans. Studies suggest that almost all of these workers would choose to remain participants if they were...

Taco announces hydronics Factory Training for 2008.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... A series of advanced training courses for professional hydronics installers and designers has been announced by Taco, Inc., a supplier of hydronic products based in Cranston, R.I. "We developed these hands-on courses for HVAC professionals...

Uponor 2008 Factory Training schedule updated.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... Dates for Uponor's 2008 Factory Training Program are now available and ready for reservations. Since the inception of its program in 1993, more than 10,000 heating professionals have attended at least one training session at the company's Apple...

2008 AHR Expo sets attendance record.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... Organizers said the 2008 AHR Expo set a new attendance record for Northeast shows with a total of more than 50,000 registered attendees. In addition, the 2008 edition of the event, held Jan. 22-24 at New York's Jacob K. Javits Convention...

GreenPlumbers USA teams with conservation groups.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... GreenPlumbers USA, a training and accreditation program focusing on water conservation and climate care issues, has partnered with conservation groups the Alliance for Water Efficiency and the California Center for Sustainable Energy to further...

Geberit NA becomes WaterSense Partner.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... Geberit North America, a Des Plaines, Ill.-based marketer of concealed installation systems for residential wall-hung toilets, as well as bath waste and overflows for bathtubs, has become a member of the EPA WaterSense Partnership program. ...

Keynoters announced for Aquatech 2008.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... Participants at the Water Quality Association's Aquatech USA 2008 event in Las Vegas March 25-28, will come away with practical advice from three keynote addresses on sales, technology, and advertising. WQA said this will be the first year the...

Sloan's Watson honored by ASSE.(news connection)(Conference notes)
March 1, 2008... Sloan Valve Company's John Watson, director of technical services, has received the Wylie W. Mitchell Award from the American Society of Sanitary Engineering. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Each year, conference attendees vote for the Wylie W....

NAW board elects 2008 officers.(news connection)
March 1, 2008... The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Feb. 1 announced it has elected a new crop of officers for the 2008 term. Taking the helm as NAW board chairman is Chip Hornsby, group chief executive for Wolseley PLC, headquartered in...

'Top franchises' named.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Entrepreneur magazine's 2008 Franchise 500 list includes a pair of plumbing industry franchises. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, a part of Clockwork Home Services, Inc., of Sarasota, Fla., landed at No. 248 on the list, while the Mr. Rooter Corp.,...

Julien announces dealer program.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Julien Home Refinements, a supplier of stainless steel residential and commercial kitchen fixtures based in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, has introduced its new Dealers of Distinction program. Dealers of Distinction will receive increased brand...

Mr.Steam reveals winner.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Perry Stewart, sales associate at Snyder Diamond in Santa Monica, Calif., has been selected as the grand prize winner of Mr.Steam's "Passport to Luxury" showroom program. The program, launched by Mr.Steam in April 2007, provides its showrooms...

DRS gets aboard the 'green' train.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... DRS & Associates, a Sherman Oaks advertising and public relations agency specializing in architectural interior design and building products industries, has joined One Percent for the Planet. One Percent for the Planet is a coalition of...

Taco raises 2008 prices.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Taco, Inc., of Cranston, R.I., has announced a price increase for its residential and commercial product lines. Residential products, including circulators, valves, air separators, electronic controls and hydronic accessories will increase...

HD Supply shutting some doors.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... HD Supply is closing its plumbing and HVAC branch in Tucson. The softening residential construction market is being cited as the cause. A spokeswoman said the company's HD Supply Waterworks location will remain open. HD Supply ranked second on...

TOTO USA buys 'green' energy.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Georgia Power and Atlanta-based TOTO USA, Inc. have inked a deal that will see the former providing the latter with "Green Energy," environmentally friendly electricity generated from sources like the sun, wind, water, landfill methane and...

Water Security conference set.(newsbriefs)(Conference news)
March 1, 2008... Water utility professionals, technology manufacturers, emergency responders and decision-makers will gather April 6-8 in Cincinnati to discuss preparation and response plans for natural and human-caused hazards during the fifth Water Security...

ASHRAE to host satellite broadcast.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... A free satellite broadcast and Webcast entitled "Integrated Building Design: Bringing the Pieces Together to Unleash the Power of Teamwork," will be held from 1-4 p.m. EDT on April 16. The ASHRAE program focuses on whole-building integrated...

State goes Racing.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... State Water Heaters and Haas CNC Racing Jan. 16 announced their partnership for the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. State will be the primary sponsor for the No. 66 car driven by Scott Riggs. This sponsorship deal also includes a limited number...

'Two Gloves' lands on PGA tour.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... A.O. Smith recently announced that it will sponsor PGA newcomer Tommy "Two Gloves" Gainey for the upcoming 2008 PGA Tour season. Gainey, who hails from Bishopville, S.C., is a former employee at A.O. Smith's McBee, S.C. water heater plant....

Underground pipes on the table.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... A forum to debate the use of plastics in below-ground applications is scheduled for this spring. "Plastics in Underground Pipes 2008," presented by AMI, will be held May 22-23 at the Westin Galleria in Houston. The speaker line up includes top...

New reps for Blue Angel.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... Blue Angel Pumps and Engineered Pumps have announced a slew of new representatives in Eastern markets. In the New England market, it's David Gooding Inc.; in the Ohio market it will be Lowder Sales. In the Virginia market, rep. duties will be...

New online site for magazine.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... A brand-spanking new Web site has come online for Bath & Kitchen Pro, a new publication from Reeves Journal parent company BNP Media of Troy, Mich. The magazine reaches an audience of more than 50,000 bath-and-kitchen installers, distributors...

PHCC summit held in big easy.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association sponsored a workforce summit Jan. 23 in New Orleans to focus attention on the shortage of skilled plumbing and HVACR industry workers and develop a plan for the future. Approximately...

Applications being accepted.(newsbriefs)
March 1, 2008... The PHCC Educational Foundation Scholarship Programs are now accepting applications for $100,000 in funds for school. Foundation scholarships range from $2,500 to $12,000 and are awarded to students enrolled in an approved plumbing or HVACR...

Calendar.(Calendar)
March 1, 2008... Mar. 12-14 Grandy & Associates Basic Business Boot Camp Venue TBA Nashville (800) 432-7963 E-mail: Tomgrandy@grandyassociates.com www.grandyassociates.com Mar. 17-18 Grandy & Associates Service...

Gary J. Zimmerman has been tapped as the American Water Works Association's new executive director.(people)
March 1, 2008... Gary J. Zimmerman has been tapped as the American Water Works Association's new executive director. Zimmerman replaces Jack W. Hoffbuhr, who is retiring after 12 years. Zimmerman joins AWWA following nearly two years as executive vice president...

Elkay Manufacturing Company's plumbing products division has announced a trio of promotions in its sales department.(people)
March 1, 2008... Elkay Manufacturing Company's plumbing products division has announced a trio of promotions in its sales department. Mark Whittington is now senior vice president of sales; Ted Hamilton is director, trade sales and market development-West; and...

Grand Hall has appointed two new regional managers.(people)
March 1, 2008... Grand Hall has appointed two new regional managers. Dan Millard and Marc Platten will be in charge of the company's Eternal hybrid water heating division and assist in covering the continental United States. Millard, a 15-year gas appliance...

Bill Vale has announced his retirement effective March 31.(people)
March 1, 2008... Bill Vale, Lennox International Inc.'s Etobicoke, Ontario-based representative for Canadian government and industry affairs, has announced his retirement effective March 31. Vale has served in his current position since 2005 and began his...

Nexstar Network.(people)
March 1, 2008... Nexstar Network, a business-development and best practices organization located in Little Canada, Minn., has added John Hucker of Hucker Electric in Waukegan, III., and Tommy Newton of Rapidan Plumbing in Fredericksburg, Va., to its board of...

Megan Webster in late January joined the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association Educational Foundation to fill the position of Foundation program and marketing manager.(people)
March 1, 2008... Megan Webster in late January joined the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association Educational Foundation to fill the position of Foundation program and marketing manager. Webster most recently worked for the Assisted Living...

John Aykroyd has been promoted to the position of vice president of business development for the Sloan Valve Company.(people)
March 1, 2008... John Aykroyd has been promoted to the position of vice president of business development for the Sloan Valve Company. In his new position, Aykroyd will be responsible for planning and directing all aspects of Sloan's business development and...

Uponor North America said William Gray joined the company in February as general manager for Canada.(people)
March 1, 2008... Uponor North America said William Gray joined the company in February as general manager for Canada. Gray will be responsible for the leadership of the Uponor Canadian business including sales, marketing, demand management and technical and...

Watts Water Technologies of North Andover, Mass.(people)
March 1, 2008... Watts Water Technologies of North Andover, Mass., has announced Stephen Callahan has joined the company as national market manager for its new line of OneFlow anti-scale systems. Callahan's responsibilities will include the launching of the...

Beneficial bracketry: reduce costs, maximize profit, increase safety.(techtopic)
March 1, 2008... With the market ailing in 2008, it's a perfect time for plumbing contractors to look internally at their normal practices in order to increase their bottom line for each project. Here are some ways that properly implementing pipe support and...

Women in the plumbing industry: giving and getting the business.
March 1, 2008... If you remember back to the days when Josephine the Plumber prowled the airwaves as a symbol of what was then called, "Women's Lib," you may be surprised to find how few actual women have followed in her imaginary footsteps since Jane Withers...

Conserve! Texas program shaves consumption, benefits contractors.
March 1, 2008... You want to talk about water conservation, huh? [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] OK, let's talk about borderline incredible water conservation. Let's say there's a city somewhere in our chronically drought-affected Western region that's seen its...

Josam.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Tell us about Josam. A. Josam Company's mission is to provide superior quality products that are offered at fair and competitive prices and supported by the best service, innovations and technology available in the plumbing drainage...

Mestek.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What do we need to know about the Ray 2001? A. The Ray 200i is a gas- or propane-fired, condensing, fully modulating, cast iron boiler offering 5-to-1 continuous turndown and 92.7% AFUE. Intelligent SmartCycle[TM] control regulates water...

Hubbard Enterprises/HOLDRITE[R].(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. How long has Hubbard Enterprises/HOLDRITE[R] been serving the plumbing industry? A. Since Hubbard Enterprises/HOLDRITE introduced the HOLDRITE Copper-bonded bracket 26 years ago, industry-leading brands such as HOLDRITE[R] PEXRITE[R]...

IAPMO.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What is IAPMO? A. The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (The IAPMO Group) focuses its comprehensive capabilities in the technical aspects of the plumbing and mechanical industries through its extensive...

RIDGID.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. How is RIDGID setting industry standards? A. RIDGID[R] has set the standards for durability and performance in the plumbing, industrial and commercial markets for over 85 years. The company offers a complete line of professional hand...

ComStar.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Tell us about Copper Lock A. How many times have you tried to solder copper pipe and fittings in hard-to-get-at spaces? Or solder with the touch flame near sensitive valves, instruments or flammable materials? It has happened to all of...

ACCOR[R] technology.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What plumbing problem does your new FlowTite R-SERIES product line solve? A. ACCOR's FlowTite[R] R-SERIES[TM] product is designed to replace leaking compression valves without requiring the removal of the ferrule or in-wall pipe...

Wilo.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Tell us about Wilo A. Worldwide the name WILO is synonymous with the tradition of first class German engineering. Our pumps and pump systems for heating, refrigeration, air conditioning, water supply and sewage are used in all areas of...

Caroma.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Who is Caroma? A. Caroma, the world leader in dual flush high efficiency toilets, provides a range of quality toilets, sinks and urinals with proven reliability. The innovative products have been developed and mastered over the last 50...

Woodfrod Mfg.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. When did the company get its start? A. Woodford got started in 1929 by Joe Woodford and his family in Des Moines, Iowa. Eventually the company moved to Colorado Springs and that's where our products are still produced today. This year...

FlowGuard Gold[R] CPVC pipe & fittings.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What is CPVC? A. CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) is a high performance, durable material that has been successfully used in various long-service life applications for nearly 50 years. Q. How does CPVC affect water quality? ...

Gerber.(manufacturer Q & A)(Company overview)
March 1, 2008... Q. Give us an overview of Gerber: A. Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC is a leading manufacturer of vitreous china plumbing fixtures, faucets, fittings and bathroom suites for the residential, commercial and hospitality construction markets....

Sioux Chief.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Tell us about Sioux Chief: A. Sioux Chief Manufacturing's primary purpose is to provide better value to our customer by offering innovative products of quality and superior customer service to the professional plumbing and mechanical...

Everflux.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. How has Everflux been received by the plumbing industry? A. Everflux, the most popular flux on the Pacific Coast for years, is fast becoming the most popular flux in America as more and more areas are increasing enforcement of plumbing...

Ferguson.(manufacturer Q & A)(Company overview)
March 1, 2008... Q. Who is Ferguson? A. In the U.S., Ferguson is ranked by trade publications as the largest distributor of plumbing supplies and pipes, valves, and fittings (PVF). Ferguson is also the third largest distributor of heating and cooling...

General Pipe Cleaners.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Who is General Pipe Cleaners? A. For over 75 years, General Pipe Cleaners has spearheaded key industry developments--like innovative drain cleaning tools, power-driven and hand-held machines, and video pipe inspection and leak location...

T & S Brass.(manufacturer Q & A)(Company overview)
March 1, 2008... Q. What is the Qualis Series? A. The Qualis Series is a line of quality, commercial plumbing products introduced by T & S Brass and interchangeable with other brands including Chicago and Zurn. The line features a wide variety of faucets,...

Zurn PEX.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What are QickSert CR Fittings? A. QickSert CR Fittings are molded from a blend of highly engineered polymers. The inherent qualities of the polymers make the QickSert CR Fittings highly resistant to chlorine and other chemicals present...

International Code Council[R].(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. What is the International Code Council? A. The International Code Council[R] (ICC[R]) is committed to superior codes and support products that result in stronger buildings and communities. Our comprehensive and integrated Plumbing,...

Duracable.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Tell us about your products. A. Duracable Manufacturing Company manufactures high-performance sewer and drain cleaning machines, superior quality DuraFlex[R] cable; pre-sharpened blades; accessories; and a complete line of ProClean[R]...

Water Inc.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. How long has Water, Inc. been serving the plumbing industry? A. Founded in 1978, Water, Inc. is celebrating three decades of service to the plumbing industry as a premier distributor of luxury water products, decorative plumbing and...

For 125 Years, PHCC has promoted contractor professionalism while protecting public health and safety, and the environment.(Pride And Professionalism)
March 1, 2008... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association is America's oldest trade association in the construction industry. Since 1883, PHCC has been the premiere organization for the p-h-c professional in promotion, advancement,...

Vortens.(manufacturer Q & A)
March 1, 2008... Q. Where did the name Vortens come from? A. The word "Vortens" comes from a pair of words which mean, "focused power." Our commitment to engineering and manufacturing superiority is the same as it was when our parent company was founded in...

The value of slowing down.(businessstrategies)
March 1, 2008... Businesses are popping up every day that pledge to make consumers' lives easier and save them time and headaches. And consumers are willing to pay more for those services that tout words like "express," "speedy" and "quick." Everybody...

Earth friendly fleet management practices.(vehiclemaintenance)
March 1, 2008... Record-setting fuel prices and ongoing evidence of global warming are making everyone more concerned about the environment. For businesses that want to demonstrate their company's commitment to improving the environment, one option is to...

Who let the water out?(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Watts Regulator Company introduces the new FloodSafe Water Detector Shutoff. The reset-table FloodSafe Series WDS shuts off the water supply upon discovering a leak in the water heater and removes the source of power to prevent potential...

Give your hand a break.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Installers no longer need to rotate the expander tool or the tubing itself by hand when making ProPEX connections on Wirsbo AQUAPEX tubing and Wirsbo hePEX plus tubing. With the new ProPEX Auto Rotation Adapter from Uponor, ProPEX connections...

Must have kitchen accessory.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Water, Inc. has added the Distinctive Series LVH1200 to its line-up of accessory drinking water faucets. Instead of knobs, the LVH1200 utilizes twin levers that flank the base of its barrel-tipped spout. The spout features a generous six-inch...

Clearer inspections.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... The North American subsidiary of Toshiba Teli Corporation, offers its AS107B camera system designed for the internal inspection of drainpipes, laterals and mainlines. Ideal for commercial and residential plumbing contractors, the AS107B is an...

Cleaner heat.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... TLV Corporation is pleased to introduce the SF1, stainless steel separator-filter mode designed to improve heating efficiency and product quality by removing condensate and particulates like dirt and scale. The SF1 eliminates water spots by...

Pump replaces circulators.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... The Taco 0010 Service Pump can replace any of the most commonly used circulators. The pump's three-speed motor settings--set via a rugged speed selector switch--will provide the same performance as the circulator being replaced. The pump comes...

Cheaper per cut.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... The latest in metal cutting solutions is a 14" metal cutting saw with dry cutting technology from the M.K. Morse Company. Equipped with the Metal Devil 14" carbide tipped blade, the saw provides longer life, little to no sparks and superior cut...

Tempering valves with mixer.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Powers, a division of Watts Water Technologies, Inc., introduces a new line of high performance master tempering and Hi/Lo safety valves for hot water distribution in commercial and institutional facilities. The HydroGuard XP series features...

Black and white and wood all over.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Sonia combines traditional and contemporary in the Art Deco Vanity from its Nouveau Collection, with a retro anthracite countertop. The customized woods' designs are produced using a specialized finishing process that reveals a two-tone surface...

Meets new standards.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... The Select ultra low NOx line of residential gas water heaters from State features five new models with reduced emissions output. The units use a new hybrid radiant burner system to meet the requirements established by the South Coast Air...

More versatile applications.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... GF Piping Systems has introduced the Type 369 wafer check valve, the company's first check valve to be offered in sizes as large as 12 inches. The valve is inserted between two standard ANSI or ISO/DIN flanges--an ideal solution for a variety...

Future forward tub and toilets.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Neptune has introduced several products that can transform the average bath into a sanctuary. The Saphyr and Ruby freestanding tubs offer advanced technology and high-impact vessels. The Bora corner tub includes options like surround-sound,...

CPVC hanger.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... TOLCO, a brand of NIBCO INC., has introduced a double offset CPVC hanger and restrainer for plastic fire sprinkler pipe. The newly designed TOLCO Figure 29 will ease installation by eliminating the need for a wood block extension and allow...

Control the heat.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Symmons announces its new Max Line ASSE 1070 thermostatic tempering device, a cost-efficient solution for controlling and limiting water temperature to fittings for fixtures such as sinks, lavatories or bathtubs. The ASSE 1070 features the...

Slash emissions.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Rheem Water Heating has unveiled a complete, 18-model eup of ultra low NOx residential gas water heaters. The new selections feature a new stainless steel radiant burner that slashes emissions to 10 nanograms/Joule, a 75 percent reduction from...

No hub couplings.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... MIFAB is now manufacturing regular shielded and heavy duty shielded no hub couplings in sizes ranging from 2" to 12." The MI-HUB and MI-XHUB Series feature floating eyelets that allow stainless steel clamp bands to move independently from the...

Remodel & Repair Kits.(newproducts)
March 1, 2008... Hubbard Enterprises/HOLDRITE has introduced a series of Remodel & Repair Kits for Sink/Toilet, Shower/Tub, and Water Heater Restraints. The Sink/Toilet (#HR-RR-1) and Shower/Tub (#HR-RR-2) kits include telescoping HOLDRITE Stout Brackets and...