Reeves Journal articles from May 2007

Reeves Journal archives from May 2007

The missing element.(pipeline)
May 1, 2007... Take a look over to the shaded area on the right-hand side of this page. In magazine and newspaper production lingo, that would be known as "the masthead." Every month we run a list of names, addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addresses...

When is a project complete?(legalcorner)
May 1, 2007... This article deals with completion on a construction project. However, it is not intended to be a complete analysis of mechanic's liens. For that, you need to seek the aid and advice of a competent construction attorney. Contractors are...

Backflow monitoring, education and certification: the three keys to protecting public safety. Part II.(codeshack)
May 1, 2007... This is the second installment in a two-part series on the dangers of backflow and the need for code compliance. Last month's edition of "Code Shack" discussed the need for vigilance on the part of plumbing professionals to keep dangerous...

Dig a little deeper: the housing 'slump' may not be the real economic threat.(executivebriefcase)
May 1, 2007... We've spent some time discussing the current slump in the housing market in recent months, and we don't know how long it will last. But it may not be the big threat to the economy that everyone is making it out to be. When the housing market...

PHCC GLAA show returns to Long Beach.(newsconnection)
May 1, 2007... For the first time since 1999, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of the Greater Los Angeles Area will host its annual trade show event June 9 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, Calif. "After 30 years of doing it in...

Reeves columnist joins Network '07 lineup.(newsconnection)(National Association and American Supply Association's Network)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Longtime Reeves Journal "Legal Corner" columnist Samuel K. Abdulaziz has signed on to join the lineup of speakers planned for the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association and American Supply Association's Network '07 125th...

CSLB 'California Blitz' targets unlicensed operators.(newsconnection)(California State Licensing Board)
May 1, 2007... Simultaneous sting operations in seven cities in seven counties led to 167 arrests during the "California Blitz" staged by the California State Licensing Board. The CSLB's entire Statewide Investigative Fraud Team was involved in the two-day...

Rheem reorganizes management teams.(newsconnection)
May 1, 2007... Rheem Manufacturing Company has announced a major reorganization of the company's management team at the corporate level and at two of its three operating divisions, water heater and air-conditioning. According to Rheem CEO and President...

NAM affiliate taps PMI's Barbara Higgens for board.(newsconnection)
May 1, 2007... Barbara C. Higgens, executive director of the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute, has been elected vice chairman by the Council of Manufacturing Associations, a division of the National Association of Manufacturers. During her one-year term,...

Phoenix contractor aids Habitat for Humanity.(newsconnection)
May 1, 2007... A single mother and her six children now have a home to call their own in the Phoenix area thanks to an assist from Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating, students from Mountain Ridge High School's Interact Club, and...

PHCC to celebrate 'Professional Contractor Awareness Week'.(newsconnection)
May 1, 2007... In recognition of the important skills and services professional plumbing, heating and cooling experts provide, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association will celebrate "Professional P-H-C Contractor Awareness Week" June...

Gephardt joins Falcon.(newsbriefs)(appointment of Richard Gephardt)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Former U.S. House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt has joined Falcon Waterfree Technologies' board of advisors. Twice a Presidential candidate, Gephardt joins a panel that includes former Vice President Al Gore, former Los Angeles Mayor Richard...

Uponor helps Ronald McDonald.(newsbriefs)(Ronald McDonald House )(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Stays for families of sick or injured children at the Ronald McDonald House in Birmingham, Ala., will be more pleasant when a cost-and-energy efficient new facility opens this spring. Uponor donated 9,000 feet of PEX tubing to the project. The...

Contractor wins 'Dream Truck'.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... Contractor Ken King, King Backflow Prevention Inc., Rocky River, Ohio, took home a 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 pickup, grand prize in the inaugural Rheem Dream Truck Sweepstakes. Another 140 plumbers and HVAC installers took home prizes that...

IAPMO R&T offers plan check services.(newsbriefs)(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Research and Testing)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... IAPMO Research and Testing of Ontario, Calif., said April 4 it now offers comprehensive plan check services. The new service is billed as a one-stop process for ensuring that plumbing, mechanical, structural, and fire plans are code-compliant....

Manoogian to leave Masco.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... Richard Manoogian said April 9 he intends to relinquish the post of CEO of Masco in July. He said, however, that he plans to remain aboard for at least five more years as full-time executive chairman of the building products company. The...

Posey retires from Moen.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... Richard E. Posey, for five years the president and CEO of Moen Inc., said April 6 he will be retiring from his current post, effective Oct. 1. Succeeding him will be David B. Lingafelter, Moen's current president of U.S. businesses. Lingafelter...

Don't toss that toilet, recycle it!(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... Those old water-wasting toilets and urinals being replaced by low-flow models now can bypass the local landfill and find new life via recycling. Just as newspapers, office paper, tires, computers, and even cell phones have been recycled,...

Legend Valve named to PHCC Foundation board.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... Legend Valve has been named a Corporate Founder of the PHCC Educational Foundation board of governors. Composed of contractors, manufacturers, and other industry partners who are major contributors to the foundation, the board is responsible...

LA-CO to award truck.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... The grand prize winner will drive off with a new Ford F-150 Pickup in the "Pickup and Win" sweepstakes being staged by La-Co Industries Inc./Markal Co., the biggest promotion in the company's 73-year history. Fifty entrants will win a...

Lochinvar reading program wraps up.(newsbriefs)(Lochinvar Corp.)(Nashville Predators)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Elementary students in Wilson County, Tenn., recently received a visit from Nashville Predators players, the Predators' mascot and Lochinvar executives as part of a finale celebrating the "Stick To Reading-Succeeding" program. This reading...

Nexstar unveils marketing made simpler system.(newsbriefs)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Simplifying marketing for the service business is the goal of the Nexstar Marketing System unveiled during the organization's Owner Spotlight Series recently in San Diego. Nexstar is a member-owned professional training and development...

Rheem NASCAR entry wins Daytona 500.(newsbriefs)
May 1, 2007... The debut of the Rheem VIP Speedway Experience took the checkered flag when Car No.29 driven by Kevin Harvick won the Daytona 500 in a photo finish. Daytona was the first weekend of racing with Rheem as a major associate sponsor of the Richard...

Geberit, Duravit in NA partnership.(newsbriefs)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... The Geberit Group has announced a partnership with German manufacturer Duravit that will see the companies exploring the North American market for concealed installation systems and wall-hung toilets. Geberit NA president William Christiansen...

Clarification.(newsbriefs)(Correction notice)
May 1, 2007... On page 29 of last month's issue, a photo cropping error resulted in a caption erroneously identifying the Sloan UPPERCUT dual-flush toilet valve as a Solis solar-powered, sensor-operated faucet. Here are both photos: The Solis faucet is on the...

Calendar.(newsconnection)(Calendar)
May 1, 2007... May 14-17 ICC Plan Review Institute Doubletree Hotel Chicago Alsip Alsip, III. (888) ICC-SAFE ext. x33818 www.iccsafe.org May 29-June 1 PCBC The Premier Building Show Moscone Center San...

Steven Irwin, Farmer & Irwin Corp., Riviera Beach, Fla., was elected chairman of the Construction Contractors' Alliance, an enhanced service group of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association.(people)
May 1, 2007... Steven Irwin, Farmer & Irwin Corp., Riviera Beach, Fla., was elected chairman of the Construction Contractors' Alliance, an enhanced service group of the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association. Two new members of the board,...

Matt Hahr has taken the helm as 2007 president of the Mechanical Contractors' Association of Metropolitan Washington.(people)
May 1, 2007... Matt Hahr has taken the helm as 2007 president of the Mechanical Contractors' Association of Metropolitan Washington. Vice president of John J. Kirlin LLC, a full-service contractor specializing in large-scale plumbing, heating and...

Dennis Wierzbicki has assumed the role of president/general manager of Grundfos U.S. to ensure a smooth transition with the retirement of Larry Wimmer, president of Grundfos U.S. and president/CEO of Grundfos North America, at the end of 2007.(people)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... Dennis Wierzbicki has assumed the role of president/general manager of Grundfos U.S. to ensure a smooth transition with the retirement of Larry Wimmer, president of Grundfos U.S. and president/CEO of Grundfos North America, at the end of 2007....

Keith Schneider.(people)
May 1, 2007... Networkcar, a San-Diego-based supplier of vehicle GPS systems, said April 9 that Keith Schneider has been appointed its new president. Schneider was formerly vice president of indirect distribution for Sprint Nextel Communications. Networkcar...

Mark King.(people)
May 1, 2007... Rheem Manufacturing's heating and cooling division has appointed industry veteran Mark King to the position of residential outdoor product manager. In this new role, King is responsible for managing residential product planning and development...

Uponor North America.(people)
May 1, 2007... Uponor North America recently announced the appointment of Aaron Smith to the post of senior manager of commercial sales. Smith will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing the business plan for key commercial accounts, with an...

Mark Dagostino.(people)
May 1, 2007... Mark Dagostino has been named western regional sales manager for WILO USA. Mark learned the plumbing trade as a teenager working with his uncle in New Jersey. After receiving his plumbing license at 20, he worked in sales for an independent...

Drink up! Point-of-use and point-of-entry devices provide clean water to the masses.
May 1, 2007... We're pretty lucky to be living in a so-called "first world" country. Because we do, we can take lots of things for granted that people on other parts of the globe would consider great luxuries. Clean drinking water right out of a tap...

Down the rabbit hole: literary allusions aside, adding drain and sewer inspection is a great way to sell bigger jobs.(Sewer & Drain)
May 1, 2007... You probably have several customers who are regular stops for your techs. Every six or eight months, like clockwork, one of your crew will get called to these folks' houses to snake out a clogged-up drain line. Usually those calls will come...

Strength in numbers: contractor service groups bring together like-minded plumbing contractors.(Service Groups)
May 1, 2007... Everyone wants to be a part of a group. The question is: Which one? Several contractor service groups offer plumbing contractors the opportunity to choose the best fit for their company in terms of goals, benefits of membership, similar...

The big splash: taking on the challenge of plumbing super showers.(Luxury Showers)
May 1, 2007... The master bath is where some homeowners have decided to make their stand. No matter what the cost, they are going to bathe or soak, steam or shower in own their personal Shangri La. The shower isn't just a shower; it's a statement. ...

Arts and crafts: even today, solders and fluxes are a critical weapon in the pro plumber's arsenal.(techtopic)(Interview)
May 1, 2007... Pipe jointing was once a fairly simple, uncomplicated process. These days, plumbers and plumbing contractors have to cope with a growing list of complex health and environmental regulations when it comes to the products they use and where and...

Our name says it all.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Welcome to Backflow Supply where fast, friendly, expert service ensures you get the right part, on time, every time! Your one stop source for Backflow Assemblies, Backflow Repair Kits, Ball Valves, Gate Valves, Testing Tools, Test Kits, Testing...

Drain Line & Grease Trap Treatment.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... ProClean Drain Line & Grease Trap Treatment is a unique bioenzymatic formula which takes organic waste and turns it into carbon dioxide and water. It is environmentally safe, does not contribute to pollution, and contains no hydrocarbons. It...

XR2 fitting.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The new Gastite XR2 provides an optimum seal with minimal prep--the only fitting of its kind in the industry. Featuring its patent-pending multi-point seal, the XR2's sealing surface does not sit on the cut end of the tubing, so even the most...

Chemical Waste Drain System.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Learn more about Charlotte Pipe's ChemDrain[TM] CPVC Chemical Waste Drain System product offering in this informative brochure. Charlotte's ChemDrain System offers a safe, durable and economical alternative for the disposal of a wide range of...

100+ tub protectors.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The Benjamin Mfg. Co. is proud to announce that we now have over 100 different models of tub protectors to help you protect your tubs and whirlpools. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] (800) 343-1756 www.benjaminmfg.com Benjamin Mfg. Co....

S-39[R] water soluble flux.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... S-39[R] Soldering Flux is a completely water soluble/flushable, acid free, lead free, self-cleaning flux that is suitable on all types of tin solder and their alloys. Its self-cleaning action will solder dissimilar metals and works excellent on...

Copper on the Web.(product & literature showcase)(Website overview)
May 1, 2007... CDA's Web site offers a complete resource for industry professionals handling design, engineering, specification, installation and maintenance of copper systems for water and fuel gas distribution, automatic fire sprinkler systems and other...

T1065 saddle tray with lid and six dividers.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Designed with the features contractors asked for. Saddle design sits on 2" x 4", 2" x 6", etc. Snap-on recessed lid allows for secure stacking while keeping parts in and dust and moisture out. Smaller and deeper than our popular T1075 tote tray...

Organic drain unblocker.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Delta Q is now distributing EVERFREE, the organic drain unblocker manufactured by The Wiseman Group. EVERFREE is the sister product to the ever popular water soluble flux EVERFLUX. EVERFREE is 100% organic and completely safe to use, unlike the...

Water leak detection system.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The new Gen-Ear LE[TM] from General Pipe Cleaners is a simplified, more economical water leak locator with stronger sound amplification than other systems. The compact amplifier fits easily in the palm of your hand. It provides noise-free...

Tankless water heater.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The newest member of the Stiebel Eltron family of innovative tankless, on-demand water heaters is the Mini[TM] series, designed for low to medium flow point-of-use applications. The extremely compact Mini (6.5" tall x 7.5" wide x 3.25" deep)...

Comfort System.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Tired of Waiting for Hot Water? The Grundfos Comfort System is the latest technology to prevent the waste and the wait for hot water. The Comfort System is a one-pump, one-valve combo that installs without the need of a return line to the...

Full Line Product Catalog.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The New RIDGID[R] Full Line Product Catalog Offers More Information, Easy to Navigate Ridge Tool Company recently introduced its new full line catalog. The 208-page catalog, which is now in full color, features new products, expanded...

Sheet Metal Estimating Software.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The makers of FastPIPE Mechanical Estimating Software announce the release of FastDUCT Sheet Metal Estimating Software. FastDUCT incorporates many of the same features which make FastPIPE easy to learn and use. And the new product includes the...

Ox Box.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The new Ox Box washing machine and ice maker outlet boxes offer the strongest plumbing installation in the industry with the most installation options. Separate supply and drain boxes enable the Ox Box to be mounted in numerous configurations....

Interchangeable products.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... T & S Brass and Bronze Works--the industry leader for commercial plumbing for 60 years--offers the innovative Qualis Series, quality commercial plumbing products that are interchangeable with other brands, including Chicago and Zurn. Featuring...

Cleanout and test tee.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The Boss Tee is designed to work double duty in the sanitary DWV piping system; during construction to hydrostatically test the piping system for leaks, then after testing as a standard cleanout tee. The Boss Tee features a large spherical...

Backflow Reference Manual.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... BAVCO is the Country's largest master parts distributor specializing in backflow prevention products. Every part for every assembly is in stock and ready for our famous same day shipping guarantee. Join us on our website at www.bavco.com where...

Power Smoker 2.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Power Smoker 2 is the fastest way to find leaks in plumbing systems. It is used to find sewer order problems in structures as well as finding problems with septic systems. Power Smoker 2 is also used in new construction to find leaks prior to...

"Track" Lavatory Carriers.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... No more three-armed plumbers and 360-degree tape measures--with this concealed arm carrier, the horizontal and vertical arm adjustments on Watts Track Lavatory Carriers are completely independent. Sliding arm brackets glide along the cross...

Extraction tools.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Walton's extraction tools enable the user to remove broken taps, pipes, studs and/or screws safely, quickly and inexpensively, avoiding damage and the need to scrap valuable parts. Walton Tap Extractors come in all inch and metric tap sizes and...

Qwik Jon Ultima.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... New from Zoeller, the Qwik Jon Ultima allows for the quick and easy installation of a bathroom almost anywhere. Simple enough for residential--yet robust and powerful enough for commercial--the Qwik Jon Ultima simply installs on the floor with...

HousePure[TM] whole-house water system.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The HousePure whole-house water system is a revolutionary product that filters and conditions water at its entry point to deliver high-quality water to your entire home. Streaming from every faucet and fixture, HousePure water is perfect for...

DeWalt Trade Reference Series.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Atlanta Special Products has partnered with DeWalt's Pal Publications to market their Trade Reference Series, a complete line of reference books designed for the professional to increase productivity, reduce down-time and get the job done...

Trim Kit.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Want to upgrade to a special finish? The "New" Watco Snap-In[TM] Trim Kits allow you to install chrome on the rough-in and easily upgrade to a special finish without removing the strainer body. Watco Snap-In[TM] Trim Kits are available in all...

Pro-Modular[TM] mechanical rooms.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Build it your way--FAST As radiant heating markets continue their unprecedented growth we continue to add unique products, improving installation efficiency and professional appearance. The Pro-Modular[TM] near boiler piping...

PEX crimpers.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... These Reed crimpers squeeze the copper rings used on brass fitting PEX systems. Plumbers and Mechanical Contractors install PEX systems for potable water lines, radiant heating, and snow melt systems. The design of these crimpers eliminates...

Roof mount hydrant.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The RHY series of product provides water availability on the roof for washing down cooling towers, cleaning condenser coils, water for window washers and other types of roof equipment. The RHY2 hydrant is ASSE 1052 approved with a double check...

New tools.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Hydro-Drill--Drills easily under sidewalks, driveways and curbs. Durable cast aluminum body, stainless steel shafts, maintenance free bearings and a quarter-turn bronze valve. Welded steel augers are available from 1" to 12", carbide tipped...

Through-the-wall water heaters.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Many Bradford White power-vented, through-the-wall water heaters are now manufactured with the Defender Safety System[R]. This change complies with new ANSI standards regarding Flammable Vapor Ignition resistance. The new TTW[R] water heaters...

RP Series grease interceptors.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... RP Series grease interceptors from Rockford Sanitary Systems are PDI certified and competitively priced. The RP Series will meet most building codes by separating and retaining grease, fats and oils. The RP is just part of the Rockford...

Equipment, sales and service.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Since 1948 the J.M. McKinney Company has been providing quality sales and service for sewer & drain cleaning equipment, Ridgid camera inspection systems, and Ridgid hand tools. Exceptional customer service is the company's primary focus and is...

Vortens Forza toilet.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The Vortens Forza is one of the most powerful gravity toilets in the industry. With a 3-inch flush valve and a redesigned trapway, Forza generates greater head pressure and double the flushing power--enough to flush 2.2 lbs. of solid waste with...

7991 sidekick II.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The Wheeler-Rex Model 7991 is a full-featured pipe threader for 1/4" to 1" The Model 7991 features an auto-open, auto-oiling notch-type die head, front AND rear chucks, safety auto-shut-off switch, large scrap tray and a unique one Blade...

Jet Swets.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Through advanced design concepts, Brenelle Enterprises produces professional tools that will give the plumber or maintenance man years of solid dedicated high pressure use. We offer Jet Swets in individual sizes 1/2" to 4" diameters or in...

Thread sealant.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... SLICKON[R] GTS GOLD[TM] This new, general purpose thread sealant is engineered and tested to be FGG/BM System compatible with FlowGuard Gold[R], Corzan[R] and Blazemaster[R] pipe and fittings. This heavy-duty, non-dripping paste contains...

Pressure booster system.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Davey has released the XF14-30K1 booster pump. This system can be used to boost water just to a shower or be used for whole house and irrigation pressure boosting. The unique feature of the XF14-30K1 is that it starts and stops on flow; a flow...

Handheld underground boring.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... BorZit lays pipe under sidewalks, driveways or Landscaping faster with less effort for $249 including a 2" bit and FREE ground shipping! Powered by a 1/2" drill, the tool can bore up to 60" at 1' per minute with amazing accuracy. It can bore a...

Pre-Rinse Units.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... Get the highest level of cleaning performance and save on water costs by retrofitting your commercial kitchen with Fisher Pre-Rinse Units and Ultra Spray[TM] Valves. These powerful, long-lasting systems rinse away tough food stains on pots,...

Silencer[TM] System.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The HOLDRITE[R] Silencer[TM] System is the only pipe support system that has been tested by a certified ISO-3822 lab. Proven in the marketplace and readily available through wholesale distribution nationally, the HOLDRITE Silencer System is the...

Test-Eze-Tee.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The NEW Mainline Test-Eze-Tee sets a new standard in pressure testing plastic 3" ground works. It is the safest, quickest, easiest and most reliable pressure test to conduct. Simply install the Test-Eze-Tee in line and slide the Test-Eze-Gate...

Commercial high-temp. drain pump.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... The new model 405 commercial drain pump from Liberty Pumps allows for easy installation of sinks, dehumidifiers and other gray wastewater fixtures below sewer lines. The 405 features a powerful 1/2 hp motor with head capabilities to 35 feet....

Name change.(product & literature showcase)(Navien America Inc)(Brief article)
May 1, 2007... The Manufacturer of the Heating Box Announces its New Company Name, Navien America, Inc. The Heating Box's manufacturer, AQ Energy/KyungDong America, Inc. announced its name change to Navien America, Inc. Navien America launched the...

Plumbing products.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... LWWS is your source for pipe fittings, plumbing and electrical products. All of our plumbing and electrical products are UPC approved and UL certified. Visit our Web site for a full range of products that we currently manufacture. Please do not...

Metal Wall Box.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... First Metal Wall Box in the Gas Piping Industry Approved for One and Two Hour Fire Stop Systems TracPipe, the leading manufacturer of flexible gas piping, has recently introduced an all new metal wall box to its extensive line of gas...

New Solutions.(product & literature showcase)
May 1, 2007... MANABLOC System Offers New Solutions Maintaining a reputation for quality, Viega continues to strengthen its leadership role in the PEX plumbing industry by upgrading the patented MANABLOC[R] water distribution manifold. The MANABLOC now...