Reeves Journal articles from September 2004

Reeves Journal archives from September 2004

Get linked! Coming fall 2004.(Pipeline)(BNP Media)(Editorial)
September 1, 2004... Practical business information is a precious commodity--concise and current information is even more invaluable. The print issues of Reeves Journal that you receive each month are a testament to that; a trusted resource that you turn to for the...

The construction industry's ten-year statute of limitation.(Legal Corner)
September 1, 2004... All claims have an outside time limit. That is typically called a "statute of limitations." That means that if one does not file suit within the appropriate period of time, then that person loses his or her right to file suit. In construction,...

Be careful--flat rate pricing could put you out of business!(Service Sense)
September 1, 2004... Did the headline get your attention? Perhaps you're a bit confused since last month I talked about what a great system flat rate pricing was and how it was not a matter of if you went to flat rate pricing, but when. I did say those things and I...

Making the most of what you have.(Business Strategies)(managing telemarketing in plumbing industry)
September 1, 2004... I've talked to many plumbing company owners in my time in this industry, and in those conversations, the talk always turns to numbers. Business owners love to talk about numbers. There's the number of trucks you have, the amount of revenue you...

New overtime pay rules.(News Connection)
September 1, 2004... A new set of overtime pay rules issued by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) took effect on August 23. Some business owners in the building industries are still scratching their heads wondering what these new regulations will mean to their...

Wagner: tort reform needed.(News Connection)(Jo Wagner, president of CTO Inc.)
September 1, 2004... Jo Wagner, president of CTO, Inc., in Harlingen, Texas, told members of Congress in July that tort reform legislation is needed to put an end to the "travesty of justice" that is threatening the livelihood of plumbing, heating and cooling...

RCR earns housing quality certification.(News Connection)(RCR Sacramento)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... RCR Sacramento, a plumbing contractor based in Sacramento, recently became the first contractor in the Golden State to earn certification through the National Housing Quality Certified Trade Contractor Program. Operated under the auspices...

New perchlorate requirements introduced.(News Connection)(drinking water testing)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Drinking water treatment unit manufacturers now have a new standard against which their products can be tested as NSF International recently added perchlorate to the list of chemicals that drinking water treatment units can be tested against....

AWT Convention spooling up.(News Connection)
September 1, 2004... Organizers of the 16th Annual Association of Water Technologies Convention and Exposition said more than 700 industry leaders are set to discuss the latest industry trends and technology in November. Scheduled for Nov. 3-6 at the Gaylord...

Ridgid garners design excellence awards.(News Connection)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Concept Center International, the product development group within Techtronic Industries Co., Ltd., has pocketed a Silver 2004 Industrial Design Excellence Award for its design strategy used in the line of 35 Ridgid-brand portable electric,...

IAPMO expands certification program.(News Connection)(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has responded to industry demand, expanding its roll-in program for inspector certification. IAPMO senior director for codes and education Jay Peters said people...

It's easier being "Green".(News Connection)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... One of the highlights of the recent 4th Annual Midwest Distributors Association Town Hall Meeting in Oak Brook, Ill., was Sloan Valve Co. water conservation manager Jim Green, who outlined Building Green categories to help address the need for...

PHCC urges fight to retain FAX marketing.(News Connection)(The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC))(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) is urging its members to write their members of Congress supporting the Junk FAX Protection Act of 2004, which would allow businesses to continue sending FAXes to customers with whom...

I=B=R Schools announced for fall.(News Connection)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The I=B=R Hydronic Heating Schools will be presented in 11 cities this fall during a 10-week period. The two-day schools teach basic hydronic heating installation and design using a combination of two textbooks, slides, and in-class instruction...

Eddie Edwards named L.A. "Contractor of the Year".(NewsBriefs)(Van Nuys)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... This year the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors of the Greater Los Angeles Area (PHCC-LA) recognized Eddie Edwards with the "Contractor of the Year" award. Edwards is the president and founder of The Drain Surgeon in Van Nuys, Calif., and a...

Former Black Hawk pilot to address IAPMO conference.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Former U.S. Army Black Hawk pilot CWO 4 (Ret.) Michael J. Durant will deliver the keynote address at IAPMO's 75th Annual Education and Business Conference on Monday, September 27, 2004 at the Reno Hilton. One of the pilots shot down in 1993 and...

Self-cleaning seat meets IAPMO compliance.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A new stride in the effort to keep America's public restrooms clean and inviting places to be has been made by The AmeriSwiss Co. of Atlanta, distributors of the CWS BestClean toilet seat. The company has announced the seat has conformed to the...

Modern Engineering Concepts seminars are a hit.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... A new seminar developed to teach the latest concepts in hydronic heating design drew praise and strong attendance during initial its six-city tour. "Modern Engineering Concepts" was presented to 241 students in Chicago, Danbury, Marlborough,...

Plumbers Warehouse moves.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... The Plumbers Warehouse, one of Southern California's largest warehouse operations with seven locations in the southland, announced that its Ventura facility has moved into larger quarters. The new location, 1700 Morse Ave. in Ventura, features...

QSC raises money for youth aviation.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Quality Service Contractors, an extended service group of the national Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, raised more than $7,600 for an aviation program benefiting physically challenged children during its July 22 charity golf...

IAC/InterActiveCorp acquires ServiceMagic, Inc.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... IAC/InterActiveCorp, an online marketplace that connects customers with prescreened residential contractors, real estate professionals and lenders, announced July 21 an agreement to acquire ServiceMagic, Inc. No further details of the cash...

Flowserve debuts new warranty.(NewsBriefs)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Flowserve Limitorque, a supplier of fluid motion control products and services in Dallas, has rolled out a new 10-year standard warranty for its Limitorque SMB electric actuator line. John Jacko, Flowserve marketing and communications vice...

New home sales hit record high.(NewsBriefs)
September 1, 2004... The U.S. Commerce Department reported that sales of new homes in the U.S. topped expectations in June, jumping nearly 15 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.4 million units, up from 1.2 million in April. This is the biggest...

Hubbard hosts Commercial Plumbers Meeting.(NewsBriefs)(Hubbard Enterprises)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Hubbard Enterprises, the San Marcos, Calif.-based manufacturer of the HOLDRITE pipe support system, feted a host of contractors recently to its bi-annual Commercial Plumbers Advisory Board Meeting at its corporate office. Contractors from...

Apprentice of the month.(Bryan Raoch)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2004... Name: Bryan Roach [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Employer: Coast West Plumbing, Las Vegas Program: Currently in his fourth--and final--year of the Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors of Nevada Apprentice Training Program. ...

Calendar.(Calendar)
September 1, 2004... Sept. 26-29 International Code Council 2003 Codes Forum Salt Palace Convention Center Salt Lake City, Utah www.iccsafe.org (800) 214-4321, ext. 229 Sept. 26-30 IAPMO Annual Business and Education...

Tankless water heaters: they're small, they're hot, they save energy--and they're here to stay.
September 1, 2004... The age of the tankless water heater is upon us. Sales of tankless units are growing like never before, and what is a common residential product in Europe and Asia is on its way to achieving the same status here in the Western states. But that...

The right pump for the right job.(varieties and usage of pumps)
September 1, 2004... There are so many different kinds of pumps for residential applications that some wonder how to sort through the various options. Carefully, say pump experts, because choosing the wrong pump for the job can cause plenty of trouble later on. ...

Making stress-free solder joints for high-stress performance.
September 1, 2004... Copper piping systems for myriad applications have been joined using strong, reliable soldered joints since copper tube and fittings were introduced to the United States some 75 years ago. Since that time, nothing has changed with what makes a...

2004 ISH North America in Boston: education, products, networking, sightseeing are highlights.
September 1, 2004... If you've been meaning to brush up on your professional development, stop pondering and start packing for ISH North America. ISH NA, our industry's largest and most comprehensive seminar program and product exposition, takes place Oct. 12-16 in...

The right truck is worth the "weight".(Vehicle Maintenance)
September 1, 2004... In today's high-performance driven economy, businesses want more from their fleet of vehicles: improved performance, lower maintenance, longer life and greater fuel economy--and reduced life-cycle costs. In addition, because modern vehicles are...

Trenchless technology offers plumbing contractors quality training, technical support, and ease of installation.(Product of the Month)(Select Trenchless Pipelines, Inc.)
September 1, 2004... Municipalities have installed cured-in-place pipe lining in city sewers for the last 25 years, which has stood the test of time. What's new, is pipe lining installation by "air inversion" in pipe sizes of 2"-3"-4"-6"-8" from ONE single access...

Boiler installation issues.(TechTopic)
September 1, 2004... There are many important issues that can change the way a boiler is intended to operate when installed in a structure. In this article I will bring to light the important things that sometimes may be overlooked. Not being attentive to some of...

Tankless heaters.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Bradford White Corp. has introduced its new, compact EverHot tankless gas water heater line. These heaters are available in two residential and two commercial models, each having indoor and outdoor versions. BTU inputs range between 15,000 and...

Stylish faucets.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Danze has added a pair of contemporary-design pull-down faucets to its popular Sonora collection. Available in either single-or two-handled models, the new-for-2004 Sonora faucets can be had in three different finishes--chrome with satin nickel...

Backflow test kits.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Conbraco has come to market with a pair of new, lightweight test kits for use with most current makes and models of backflow prevention devices being used today. The three-valve Series 40-200-TKU kit features soft-seated needle valves with...

Pumpitude.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Liberty Pumps has introduced its new LCU-Series Condensate Pumps. Designed to handle condensate removal from high-efficiency furnaces, air conditioning equipment, dehumidifiers, ice-making equipment and other applications producing condensate,...

PLAS Cutter blade.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Reed has introduced a new blade designed to cut PE pipe with the Reed PLAS Cutter. The new blade, No. 94485, features a curve that drives those pesky chips out of your way, making the whole PE cutting experience much more pleasant. Existing...

Blockage blitz.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... General Pipe Cleaners has introduced the J-2512 Typhoon trailer jet, aimed at making quick work of blockages in bog pipes and ling runs. Delivering 12 GPM at 2,500 p.s.i., the Typhoon comes with a 200-gallon holding tank for use in remote areas...

Up against the Wall.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Briggs Plumbing Products has expanded its commercial product line with the introduction of the newly designed Grace Wall Mount Lavatory. Featuring an updated look and a concave front that's aesthetically pleasing in just about every commercial...

Stay in control.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... SJE-Rhombus has introduced a new line of control panels designed to make installing and programming pump control easier. The new Installer Friendly Series control panels feature a simple touch pad on the inner door that allows the user to see...

TracPipe.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... OmegaFlex has introduced an improved version of its underground gas piping system for new construction, retrofit and rehab applications. The TracPipe PS-II can be used for a wide variety of applications, including under-building slabs where...

Sniff it out.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... E Instruments Group, LLC, is now offering its new Mini Gas Sniffer, a rugged, compact ergonomic and highly sensitive natural gas detector that's widely used in the HVAC industry. The unit features one-handed operation coupled with a sensitive...

Bring the heat.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... HydroTherm has come to market with its new KN-10 commercial gas-fired boiler. The KN-10 combines the high-efficiency and small footprint of modern copper boilers with the long life and reliability associated with cast iron units. Perfect for...

First-class treatment.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... American Plumber has introduced a new line of water treatment products consisting of water softeners and automatic water treatment filters. The company said its new high flow rate water softener delivers a continuous flow rate of 13 GPM at 15...

Get a Grip.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Sioux Chief has introduced its new Grip Tip Total Knockout Test Plug, a multiple feature, cost-effective alternative for end cap and test plug users. The Grip Tip has a pair of tips that allow the DWV system to be air-or water-tested....

Colored caulk.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Hercules Chemical Company has expanded its line of plumber's caulk by introducing its new Biscuit/Linen color. A popular fixture color these days, Biscuit/Linen spreads easily, cleans up with soap and water and won't get hard in the tube or...

"T" time.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Plastic Trends has added injection molded, large diameter DWV Test Tees in 10-inch and 12-inch diameters to its product line. The Perfect Fit DWV Test Tees stand up to heavy-duty applications and aren't as bulky and awkward as fabricated...

Rock Unroller.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Tools That Rock, LLC, is offering contractors the chance to roll through jobs more efficiently with the introduction of its Rock Unroller Tube Uncoiler designed to aid in the installation of PEX tubing. The Rock Unroller Tube Uncoiler is a...

Lav Guard.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Truebro's new Lav Guard 2 E-Z Series is designed to allow professional installations up to 10 times quicker without the use of tools. The internal E-Z Tear-to-Fit trimming allows quick and accurate trimming and a total custom fit by simply...

"Tepid" tankless.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... EEmax has introduced its new "Series Six" line of ANSI Z385.1-compliant tankless electric water heaters that are specifically designed to churn out "tepid" (60 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit) water for emergency face washing stations. "Series Six"...

Brass ball valves.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Watts Regulator has introduced its new FBV-3-SS brass ball valves. Featuring 316 stainless steel balls and stems, the FBV-3-SS is available in sizes between 1/2-inch and 2 inches with either sweated or threaded connections. The valves boast a...

Don't touch that dial ...(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Sloan Flushmate has introduced a battery-operated Intelli-Flush retrofit kit for its Flushmate pressure-assist units. The retrofit uses alkaline batteries and installation takes about five minutes using a reliable motor and a proven cam gear...

Good vibes.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Bosch Power Tools and Accessories announced that its popular 1700-series small angle grinders are getting a facelift with the addition of a vibration-damping side assist handles and a new tool-free guard. The new models are the 4 1/2-inch 1700...

Long-life drills.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... The M.K. Morse Co., has introduced a new line of titaniumnitride coated step drills in either 1/4-or 3/8-inch shanks. The super hard surface treatment reduces friction and increases drill life up to six times longer than standard drills, the...

Tote that barge ...(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... Glenn Plumbing Products offers a tote box with the professional contractor in mind. It uses a universal, patented notch system that allows your tote box to work on TJI's and 3-1/2" post and beam flooring systems. Comes with adjustable dividers...

Proper PEX positioning.(NewProducts)
September 1, 2004... C & S Manufacturing Corp. has introduced its new Basset Snap N' Slide system for positioning copper, PEX or CPVC tubing. The Snap N' Slide system can be used between studs for pipe support when stubbing out. It's also useful in positioning PEX...

Plan your fall marketing.(Marketing Mechanics)
September 1, 2004... Some of you had a busy summer; others did not. Now is the time to start planning for fall and the activities that you can do to help decrease the seasonality of our business. The most important thing is to tie your clients to your company. The...