Reeves Journal articles from November 2005

Reeves Journal archives from November 2005

Information you can use.(pipeline)
November 1, 2005... Reading through this issue of Reeves Journal as it crossed my desk during production, I was struck by the amount and types of information we're able to bring our readers each month. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Each issue has at least three...

Mechanic's lien release: a material man supplies materials for a public works project only to end up in a lengthy litigation.(legal corner)
November 1, 2005... Recent California Court of Appeals rulings in Tesco Controls, Inc. v. Monterey Mechanical Co., focus on mechanic's lien releases/stop notice releases and prompt payment statutes. The decision determined that a waiver is good for materials and...

Saying 'Thank you' at holiday time.(marketing mechanics)
November 1, 2005... If you are executing a monthly marketing plan (postcard, newsletter, or combination), then there is probably a mailer planned for the holidays. If not, many contractors use calendars or other pieces that can last an entire year. Some...

ISH NA event picks up 5th sponsor.(news connection)
November 1, 2005... ISH North America has announced that the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials of Ontario, Calif., is set to join the ISH North America show partnership, joining Messe Frankfurt, Inc., the American Supply Association,...

IAPMO, ICC ink 'Memorandum of Understanding'.(news connection)
November 1, 2005... The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials of Ontario, Calif., and the International Code Council of Falls Church, Va., Oct. 3 inked a "Memorandum of Understanding," the purpose of which is to describe the organizations'...

Portland retailer rocks builders, contractors.(news connection)
November 1, 2005... George Morlan Plumbing, one of Portland's largest plumbing retailers, has a unique way of attracting new contractor customers and hanging on to existing ones. On Aug. 4 and 5, George Morlan Plumbing invited contractors and builders from Salem...

Viega acquires Vanguard, Midtec.(Vanguard Industries)
November 1, 2005... Viega, Inc. (USA) of Bedford, Mass., and Vanguard Industries, Vanguard Piping Systems (a subsidiary) and Midtec Inc., Sept. 28 inked an agreement that will see Vanguard and Midtec purchased by Viega. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed. Company...

RPA wants to show you the Radiant ROPES.(news connection)(radiant outfitters personal education series)(Radiant Panel Association)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The Radiant Panel Association of Loveland, Colo., has rolled out ROPES--its new Radiant Outfitters Personal Education Series, which is available through the RPA Online Store. ROPES makes RPA's educational materials available in downloadable...

PHCC Foundation Awards $102,000 in scholarships.(news connection)
November 1, 2005... Young 'uns wanting to learn the plumbing trade stood to earn themselves some serious simoleons to further their education during 2005, as more than $102,000 in scholarships were awarded through the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors...

Saniflo expands U.S. presence.(news connection)(SFA Saniflo, Inc., )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... SFA Saniflo, Inc., announced Sept. 7 the opening of a new, 8,700 square foot facility in Edison, N.J. The new digs will be the home of the company's inventories of Saniflo macerating products for shipment across the U.S. It replaces smaller,...

Watts Water Technologies, Inc.(appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Watts Water Technologies, Inc., Sept. 26 announced that Doug Deviney has joined the company as of vice president of wholesale marketing. Deviney joins Watts from Conbraco Industries, where he most recently held the dual position of national...

There is a pair of changes on tap at BrassCraft as Peter Kattula has been tapped to serve as the company's new vice president of supply chain and planning and George Werner joins up as national accounts manager for the BrassCraft retail division.(people)
November 1, 2005... There is a pair of changes on tap at BrassCraft as Peter Kattula has been tapped to serve as the company's new vice president of supply chain and planning and George Werner joins up as national accounts manager for the BrassCraft retail...

Bradford White Corporation.(people)
November 1, 2005... Bradford White Corporation has announced the promotion of R. Bruce Carnevale to the position of vice president of sales. In his new position, Carnevale will be responsible for domestic sales while working with marketing and product development...

The Water Quality Association of Lisle, III.(appointment)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The Water Quality Association of Lisle, III., has hired Tanya Lubner, PhD, to become its new director of education. In her new role, Lubner will be in charge of all WQA professional certification, distance education, educational publications,...

Western Reps. introduce 'Good Samaritan' bill.(news briefs)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... To aid contractors volunteering in times of crisis, "Good Samaritan" legislation was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives by Representatives Dave Reichert (R-Wash.), Gary Miller (R-Calif.), Dan Lungren (R-Calif.) and Jim Matheson...

RSES elects new exec. committee.(news briefs)
November 1, 2005... Elections for new officers were held as part of the Refrigeration Service Engineers Society's Annual Business meeting on Sept. 30 during its 68th RSES Annual Conference in Atlanta. RSES' new officers include international president Ronald J....

Sewer gas kills 3 ship's crew in L.A.(news briefs)
November 1, 2005... A trio of Royal Caribbean cruise ship crewmembers were killed by toxic sewer gas Sept. 2 in Los Angeles harbor as they repaired a waste pipe aboard the liner Monarch of the Seas while the ship was docked. Officials first identified the gas as...

In-Sink-Erator supports PHCC Educational Foundation.(news briefs)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Dennis Broderick, right, senior vice president sales for In-Sink-Erator, presented $25,000 to PHCC Educational Foundation chairman Jim Driscoll at the In-Sink-Erator Luncheon held during the 2005 PHCC Convention. This is the 17th consecutive...

Gerber opens La Mirada DC.(news briefs)(Gerber Plumbing Fixtures )(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Gerber Plumbing Fixtures has announced the opening of its western distribution center in La Mirada, Calif. The center, located in a 200,000-sq.-ft. facility will serve the west, southwest and northwest areas of the United States with vitreous...

EPA to study perchlorates.(news briefs)
November 1, 2005... The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is set to study the extent of damage done to drinking water supplies by perchlorate--a primary component of solid rocket fuel, among other industrial and natural processes--as part of a proposed $42...

Brizo, Delta WWW sites.(news briefs)(www.brizofaucet.com)(www.deltafaucet.com)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Brizo Sept 21 unveiled its newly designed consumer Web site, www.brizofaucet.com, offering consumers' easy navigation to all products offered under the Brizo brand. Meanwhile Delta faucet's WWW site, www.deltafaucet.com, was awarded the...

Texas apprentice takes first place.(news briefs)(International Plumbing Apprentice Contest)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... After an intense competition, an apprentice from Texas walked off with all the marbles from the PHCC NA's 2005 International Plumbing Apprentice Contest during the Sept. 7-10 Network '05 and Channel Marketplace in Orlando. The big winner was...

Acorn forms Aqua division.(news briefs)
November 1, 2005... Acorn Engineering Co., a manufacturer of stainless steel plumbing products in City of Industry, Calif., announced Sept. 30 plans to come to market in 2006 with a new line of drinking fountains and electric water coolers. And, in an effort to...

Calendar.(Brief Article)(Calendar)
November 1, 2005... Nov. 9-11 Greenbuild 2005 2005 International Conference & Expo. Hyatt Regency Dallas Dallas www.greenbuildexpo.org Nov. 12-15 A/C & Refrigeration Institute Annual Meeting A/C & Refrigeration Institute Ft....

What is a qualified sales lead?(service sense)
November 1, 2005... Last month we talked about tracking the age of equipment and how vital it is to get your technicians involved in generating quality leads. Opportunities for upgrading and/or replacing equipment are huge and can literally be the difference...

Class is in session: training and curriculum at PHCC California's new Sacramento facility.(plumbing industry)
November 1, 2005... It's Friday morning. A group of first-year plumbing apprentices have gathered in the warehouse area of a 24,000 square foot building located aboard the now-defunct McClellan Air Force Base, just a few miles east of Sacramento. They've come out...

Hit the showers! Sell the luxury experience.
November 1, 2005... The trend toward upsizing the bath--even knocking out walls to create a master suite or in-home spa--has seen even the humble shower transformed into a customized space for relaxation, therapy, stress reduction and more. The potential to...

Consumers drive the changing faces of faucets.(case studies on faucets)
November 1, 2005... Most plumbing contractors would consider faucets to simply be another part of the plumbing puzzle that is put together when installing kitchens or bathrooms in new or remodeled homes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] But for many consumers,...

Plumbing manifolds deliver more benefits for the buck.(tech topic)
November 1, 2005... Plumbing manifolds are rapidly becoming the preferred choice in plumbing systems for residential and light commercial applications. They offer many advantages over traditional plumbing, including reduced water waste, faster hot water delivery,...

Get the inside scoop on antilock brakes.(case studies on antilock brakes)
November 1, 2005... Antilock brakes are impressive. They can prevent vehicle wheels from locking, decrease the distance required to stop and improve a driver's control during emergency braking on wet and slippery roads. But, at the same time, it's important to...

Refreshing the fundamentals.(business strategies)
November 1, 2005... Major League Baseball Players do it every spring. NFL players do it every summer. These athletes who are the best of the best at what they do come together to practice and refresh the fundamentals. They aren't coming together to practice trick...

Bracing yourself for this year's medical insurance rate increase.(executive briefcase)
November 1, 2005... Our company recently attended the Professionals in Human Resources Association Conference in Long Beach, Calif., where our president, John Melbon, gave a seminar on Consumer Driven Health Care. Specifically, John focused on what employers need...

Pressure booster system.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... 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...

Anaerobic thread sealant.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Anaerobic thread sealants are rapidly becoming the replacement for traditional PTFE tapes and dopes. SuperDope seals instantly and will not shred, evaporate or shrink. Originally designed for the aerospace industry, anaerobic technology...

Food waste disposers.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Joneca Corporation is introducing the next generation of food waste disposers. Commodore Disposers are the first to utilize "Bio Shield," an anti-microbial embedded during manufacturing. They are the only disposers treated to inhibit bacterial...

Non-metallic water heaters.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Built tough to stand the test of time * Seamless, blow-molded plastic tank * Tough molded outer shell resists dents and scratches * Lightweight--easy to handle and install * No smelly water * Bowl shaped bottom allows...

Pre-Rinse Units.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... 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,...

Pipe Slice Cutters.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... More and more contractors are switching to Pipe Slice Cutters to gain a competitive edge and reduce installation time on the job. These all metal, heavy-duty cutters are regarded as the most efficient and easy to use tubing cutters on the...

Fire fighter hangers.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Sioux Chief now offers a full line of E84 fire rated CTS hangers ideally suited for return air plenum installations. The Pipe Eye, Suspension Clamp, Tube Clamp, Touchdown, Touchdown II and Power Bar with Touchdown all meet ASTM E84 25/50 and...

Estimating software.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Now there is an estimating product specifically designed for residential plumbing contractors. You can estimate housing projects in minutes, using the database of over 100,000 plumbing and piping items. The reports and accurate takeoffs are...

NEXT-Pure[TM].(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... NIBCO[R] introduces NEXT-Pure[TM], a complete PEX potable water system of fittings, valves, connections and pipe available in 3/8" through 1". NIBCO NEXT-Pure's stabilization package, the same used to meet stringent yellow gas pipe...

Wall Mount Vent kit.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... ProTech Systems, Inc., introduces the FasNSeal[R] AL29-4C Wall Mount Vent kit for instantaneous wall mounted water heaters and boilers. The beauty is the telescoping 90-degree elbow allowing both horizontal and vertical adjustability. With its...

Grinder pump.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... The Omnivore[TM] by Liberty is the Industry's newest 2 hp grinder pump with new V-Slice[TM] Cutter Technology. This new innovation provides more cuts per revolution for superior shredding performance in demanding sewage applications. The...

PEX Supports.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Hubbard Enterprises/HOLDRITE[R] continues to provide innovative PEX Support solutions with the introduction of the PEXRITE POP-UP #707(Single Run) and #708 (Double Run) Supports. These patent pending turnouts allow contractors to transition PEX...

New solder joint clamp.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... There's Nothing Else Like It! Now you can successfully repair leaks on any copper solder joint. The Insta-Clamp[TM] works on M, L, or K copper. It is tested to 300 psi. and temperature ranges of -40 to 212 degrees F. The clamp is a simple two...

PVC enclosure.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... LAV SHIELD is a rigid, high-impact PVC enclosure designed to meet ADA requirements for wheelchair accessibility. LAV SHIELD conceals piping, sensored faucet components, mixing valves, trap primers and instantaneous water heaters to provide a...

High-efficiency toilet.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... With a Sloan Flushmate[R] IV, (a smaller, quieter pressure vessel), the Tornado consumes less than one gallon of water per flush. So, you'll save big on water consumption. Unlike competitive power-assisted toilets, the Tornado is whisper-quiet...

Power Smoker 2.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... 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 utilizes Hurco's laboratory tested safe LiquiSmoke....

New Power Drive.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... The Reed 5301PD Power Drive works for up to 2-inch diameter pipe and conduit. It rotates the pipe during cutting, threading and reaming operations. Choose 38 rpm or 57 rpm models. Reed offers both a basic 5301PD Power Drive machine with foot...

Flexible water connectors.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... LWWS manufactures a complete line of flexible water connectors. As a manufacturer and distributor, LWWS is able to offer quality water connectors at unbelievable prices, thereby increasing our customers' profits. All connectors are UPC and NSF...

Grease Interceptor.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... The NEW 35 & 50 Endura[R] Grease Interceptor breaks new ground! Weighing less than 50 lbs. or approximately one third that of like-sized metal units, the Endura[R] is easy to transport and install. All Endura[R] Grease Interceptors are...

Affordable handheld underground boring.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... BorZit lays pipe under sidewalks, driveways, or landscaping faster with less effort for $265 including a 2" bit and FREE ground shipping! Powered by a 1/2" drill, the tool can bore up to 60 feet at one foot per minute with amazing accuracy. It...

Innovative test nipple.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... New test nipple now simplifies drain terminations on finish. The reusable PLUG-N-STUB is the first nipple like test plug to seal the hub of a plastic DWV fitting. Once removed on finish, closet flanges and drain outlets can be piped out right...

Wrenches.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Hydro-Drill--Drills easily under sidewalks, driveways and curbs. Durable cast aluminum body, stainless steel shafts, and maintenance-free bearings. Welded steel augers are available from 1" to 12" sizes. Carbide tipped augers are available in...

Quick-connect fittings & valves.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... 35 Series fittings & valves allow for fast, easy, leak free connections for Copper, PEX, PB and CPVC piping without installation tools. All connections are sealed on the outside diameter of the pipe, increasing flow capacity by 30% compared to...

Plumbing software.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... PricePoint software has been helping "Mom and Pop" sized plumbing and HVACR contractors get organized and stay profitable for the last decade. The new version of the software, PricePoint 4, is simple to operate with a straightforward approach...

Thread sealant with teflon[R].(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Primary Use: Engineered and tested to be FGG/BM@ System Compatible with FlowGuard Gold[R], Corzan[R] and BlazeMaster[R] pipe and fittings. General purpose, heavy duty, paste consistency, thread sealing compound. Contains no solvents or other...

D'MAND[R] Hot Water Delivery System.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... The D'MAND[R] Hot Water Delivery System provides fast hot water delivery, resulting in energy and water savings for today's homes. The system uses a pump, which is user-activated by a button or a motion sensor located near the plumbing fixture....

Dal-caps[R] gem-caps[TM].(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Dallas Specialty products specialize in capping your problems off. We manufacture the widest range of sizes: 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/4", 1-1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4", 5", 6", 8", 10", 12". [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DALLAS SPECIALTY & MFG. CO....

Manifolds.(product literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Precision Hydonic Products manufactures and markets both copper and plastic manifold systems for use with radiant warm water heating systems. The Copper manifolds are a complete line manufactured from type "L" copper using only brass fittings...

ProPress[R] System brochure.(product literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... A 12-page, four-color brochure is available on The ProPress[R] System, a crimp connection system introduced by Ridge Tool Company and Viega, that crimps copper tubing in seconds for the sanitary and heating markets. Designed as a replacement...

Water safety solutions.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Lock out unauthorized personnel, limit exposure to water system contamination, avoid vandalism, and lower chances of system cross connection with the Aqua Lock line. Aqua Lock consists of Hose Bibb Locks, Hose Bibb Handle Locks, Test Cock...

Polyethylene grease interceptor.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Schier Products Company is proud to introduce America's strongest polyethylene grease interceptor series, The Trapper[TM]. * No flow control device reduces labor costs and keeps inlet lines from clogging. * Heavy-duty polyethylene...

Water soluble flux.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Everflux, introduced into the Western United States in 1997 to meet new code requirements, is self cleaning, draws solder into joints, and keeps its consistency even in a hot truck during the summer months. According to Arne Johansson,...

Electric floor warming system.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Zurn PEX now offers the Simply Heat[TM] electric floor warming system. Simply Heat can be installed directly over plywood, concrete or sub-floors making it perfect for new construction or remodel. The Simply Heat electric mat from Zurn is...

Air admittance valve.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... The unique design of the new Studor[R] TEC-VENT[TM] air admittance valve simplifies drainage and waste venting in commercial applications. The valve is manufactured from flame-retardant polycarbonate resin, which gives it high tensile strength...

Hot water recirculation.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Comfort System technology from Grundfos is the latest in hot water recirculation (HWR) solutions. The system is a one-pump, one-valve combo that's typically installed by a professional within an hour or two--without the need to install a return...

S2610 kitchen faucet.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Designed to be a contemporary classic, the new Symmetrix kitchen faucet with pull-out spray spout features the quality, safety and performance you expect from Symmons. With a pull-out spray spout that easily accommodates the largest kitchen...

Product brochure.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... This brochure gives the top 10 reasons to do business with T&S Brass, including their exclusive 24-hour Quick Ship program, custom engineering and modifications, quality & innovation and extensive plumbing product lines. To order a copy of the...

Pipe joining methods added to ASME B31.9.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... New! ASME B31.9 - Building Services Piping, Section 930.2. Mechanically Formed Extruded Outlets in Copper Tube. Unlike other joining methods, T-DRILL has the Codes and Standards you need to meet-whether you are installing or specifying...

Strut Clamp.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Sioux Chief's new TouchDown II Strut Clamp features an integral 'foot' designed to snap and lock into all sizes of metal strut channels eliminating any need for tools. One clamp holds any pipe from 1/2-inch CTS up to 2-inch IPS. The TouchDown...

CSST system.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... WARDFLEX delivers more performance and installation advantages over either black-steel pipe or other ordinary CSST systems. Compared to conventional steel, WARDFLEX installs without the heavy lifting, carrying, threading, extensive measuring...

Ratech-action CopperKey[R].(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Easily and efficiently prep copper tubing and couplings in really tight spots with the innovative, compact CopperKey[R] from General Pipe Cleaners. Forget old fashioned abrasive cloth and clumsy wire brushes. CopperKey's patented ratchet-action...

Water Gap faucet.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Drill No More![TM] with the innovative Water Gap combination air gap and water dispensing faucet from Water, Inc. The Water Gap faucet replaces an existing dishwasher air gap and combines into an accessory faucet, without drilling an additional...

Vanex[R] PEX series.(product & literature Showcase)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Vanguard provides Vanex[R] PEX series tubing, fittings and accessories and COMPAX-L[R] PEX-Aluminum-PEX for plumbing and hydronic radiant heating installations. Vanguard's MAN-ABLOC[R] manifold can be used with Vanex PEX to provide durable,...

Viega Snap Panel[TM] speeds radiant installation.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Installing radiant tubing just got faster and easier with the introduction of the Viega Snap Panel. This versatile high density polystyrene fastener system is designed to facilitate every tubing configuration. Unique secure-grip heads hold...

Tube Uncoiler.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The Rock Unroller[TM] Tube Uncoiler, by Tools That Rock[TM], makes PEX tubing installation easier than ever. The heavy-duty steel uncoiler is self-contained and portable, uncoiling up to 1000-foot rolls of PEX tubing and fitting conveniently...

Tankless water heater.(product & literature Showcase)
November 1, 2005... Bradford White Corporation recently introduced the EverHot[R] tankless gas water heater product line. These new, on-demand water heaters provide continuous hot water to multiple points-of-use without utilizing a storage tank. Units are...

Climate Trak[TM].(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Viega's new aluminum Climate Trak provides excellent radiant heat transfer. Typically used between joists in retrofit applications where existing floors cannot be removed, the Climate Trak has a patented shape that firmly grips Viega's Pextron...

Copper to PEX connections--no sweat.(Viega North America)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... Now there's a faster way to connect Viega PEX tubing with copper pipe. New Viega Press ProPress Adapters have a PEX connection on one end and a ProPress copper press connection on the other. This solution eliminates the need for soldering and...

www.copper.org.(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... 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...

The Incredapaks[TM].(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The Munchpak[TM], Pinnapak[TM], and Ultrapak[TM] starter modules manufactured by Precision Hydronic Products, provide a complete heating system when paired with the Munchkin, Peerless Pinnacle or Weil McLain condensing Boiler. The...

Bathtub.(Bootz Industries)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2005... The Bootzcast a 5' bathtub with a luxury "Comfort Back" featuring a 40 degree lumbar support for extra bathing comfort. Bootzcast is an engineered composite chemically bonded to the back of the steel tub to insure structural reliability....

Need to vent? Air admittance valves provide easy installation and cosmetic benefits.
November 1, 2005... There's more to providing a plumbing system a proper vent to the atmosphere than just running an open pipe up to the roof of a structure. Think about it--every location where a vent pipe protrudes through the roof is a potential leak that...