Snips articles from July 2007

Snips archives from July 2007

Correction.(Correction notice)
July 1, 2007... On page 68 of April's New Products listings, the phone number for Rotobrush International was misprinted. The company's phone number is (800) 535-3878.

Sign of trouble: city ordinance forces tin man off business' roof.(King Heating and Air Conditioning)
July 1, 2007... Tin isn't usually considered a precious metal, but try telling that to Tim Willson and the customers of King Heating and Air Conditioning. Dozens of them came out May 10 for a farewell ceremony for the tin man that has stood atop Willson's HVAC...

Still going: 30th Chicagoland event sets records for exhibitors, online registrations.(Conference notes)
July 1, 2007... OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill. -- Every year, before the 1 p.m. opening of its trade show, the Chicagoland Sheet Metal Contractors Association board gathers for a celebratory luncheon. They have good reasons: their central Illinois trade show is one of...

Cool and green: rating system presents opportunities for metal-roofing contractors.
July 1, 2007... Like most successful contractors, you're probably looking for new markets and ways to expand your business. One of the new areas of potential is the growing "sustainability" movement, defined as development that balances the fulfillment of...

Green beyond the chalkboards: metal roof helps private school meet efficiency goals.
July 1, 2007... The "greenest building in New Jersey" is actually a mixture of brown, white, blue and gray. Those are among the colors imbedded in the stonework, recycled from old barns, which makes up the exterior of the Willow School, a private institution...

Dehumidification keeps hospital project on schedule.(applications in the field)
July 1, 2007... When completed in May 2008, the Abbotsford Regional Hospital will be one of the largest hospitals in British Columbia. It will also aim to be the first large hospital in Canada to perform at a Leadership in Environmental and Energy...

CertainTeed duct liner specified for football stadium.(applications in the field)
July 1, 2007... As fans watch the Indianapolis Colts at the team's new stadium next year, most probably won't know that the air that surrounds them features some of the latest in duct technology. The new $600 million Lucas Oil Stadium will use CertainTeed...

ARI launches commercial refrigeration certification.(association news)(Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute has introduced a certification program for commercial refrigerated display merchandisers and storage cabinets. The new operation joins 25 other ARI-administered certification programs that...

PHCC offers maintenance agreement program.(association news)(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association has unveiled a new maintenance agreement program for its members. The CD-ROM-based PHCC Maintenance Agreement Program, originally developed by the Quality Service Contractors,...

Associations agree to protect drinking water.(association news)
July 1, 2007... The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the American Backflow Prevention Association have signed an agreement that they will share the common goal of "protecting the public's drinking water from pollution and...

Trane names NCI 'strategic' ally.(association news)(National Comfort Institute )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Trane has awarded its "strategic training ally" designation to the National Comfort Institute. "There are a large number of excellent HVAC training companies in our industry," said Tim Storm, product and technical training manager for...

ASHRAE announces health care design certification.(association news)
July 1, 2007... A program to certify health care facility design professionals was launched by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. The first examination to earn the credential was to be held June 28 in Long...

Institute campaign supports mold-resistant products.(association news)
July 1, 2007... The Greenguard Environmental Institute has launched a communication campaign to inform the public on the mold-fighting abilities of building products and materials. "Destructive mold growth is widely seen on many essential building...

York introduces pricing tool for Liberties dealers.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... York Pricing Pro is the newest program for York Liberties dealers. According to York parent company Johnson Controls, Pricing Pro uses a "cookbook" format, with retail customizable pages for each dealer's product positioning and selling...

Wrightsoft unveils second design competition.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... Wrightsoft Corp. announced its second annual Wrightsoft Design Competition, which recognizes excellence in HVAC system designs using its RightSuite Universal software. Entries will be accepted through Dec. 1 and can be submitted at...

Rotobrush opens training lab.(supplier news)(Rotobrush International )(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... Air duct cleaning manufacturer Rotobrush International opened the doors of its new 3,600-square-foot training facility in Grapevine, Texas. The new lab offers hands-on stations representing scenarios found in the field. Stations include...

American Standard raises light-commercial prices.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning announced price increases for their light-commercial unitary products sold in North and South America. Prices rose up to 4 percent on all new quoted sales June 7.

Hart & Cooley moves HQ to Grand Rapids, Mich.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... Hart & Cooley has moved from Holland, Mich., 30 miles east to Grand Rapids, Mich. The company recently finished construction on its new 48,000-square-foot headquarters.

Lenox awards motorcycle.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... Dennis Chavours of Springfield, Ill., was the grand-prize winner in the Lenox "Hackman" Chopper Sweepstakes. Chavours will receive a custom-designed American Ironhorse motorcycle that's been designed and built to showcase the Lenox brand....

ProTech Systems introduces representatives.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... Venting Technology company ProTech Systems Inc. has welcomed Engineered Concepts of Pompano Beach, Fla., and William T. Royster & Associates of Pineville, N.C., as new sales representatives. PTS has been involved in the special gas venting...

Emerson plants recognized by OEM.(supplier news)
July 1, 2007... The Emerson Climate Technologies' Hartselle, Ala., and Sidney, Ohio, plants were both ranked Top 10 suppliers for the Taylor Co. The plants achieved top status out of 129 Taylor Co. suppliers. "2006 was a record-breaking sales year for...

Luxaire announces Liberties promotion winners.(contractor news)
July 1, 2007... Kevin McMahon and Bill Hopp were the winners of Luxaire's 2007 Dealer Spiff Liberties and Liberties Plus promotional contest. McMahon from F.F. Kling and Son of Manchester, Pa., won the Liberties Plus $5,000 prize. A Luxaire dealer since...

Rheem, Ruud name top 10 contractors.(contractor news)
July 1, 2007... For the fifth straight year, Weather Control Air Conditioning Inc. of Fort Myers, Fla., was at the head of Rheem Manufacturing Co.'s list of Top 10 contractors for 2006. Mid-Florida Air Conditioning of DeBary, Fla., placed first in the...

MCAA partners with climate initiative.(contractor news)
July 1, 2007... The Mechanical Contractors Association of America has signed an agreement with the William J. Clinton Foundation to provide technical assistance for the development of an energy-efficient building-retrofit program. MCAA President David J....

Association celebrates member; new books; and visiting an Indianapolis shop.(Turning back the pages)
July 1, 2007... As part of our continuing celebration of SNIPS' 75th anniversary, we are debuting a "new" department, Turning Back the Pages. Longtime readers may remember an occasional department with the same name when Edward Carter published the magazine. A...

Emerson Climate launches Spanish language site.(internet news)
July 1, 2007... Emerson Climate Technologies has introduced a Spanish language version of its Copeland Scroll Web site. The address is www.CopelandScroll.com/Espanol. It features animations of Copeland Scroll technology and info on the complete Copeland...

Welding job site makes Web portal list.(internet news)
July 1, 2007... The American Welding Society's career Web site is featured in "Weddle's 2007-2008 Guide to Employment Sites on the Internet." The Weddle guides are a source of information for the more than 40,000 job boards and career portals now operated...

FMA includes membership video.(internet news)
July 1, 2007... The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association has developed a three-minute online informational video that highlights the association's mission and member benefits. The site can be accessed by visiting...

Met-Tile site features 'cool roof' line.(internet news)(Website overview)
July 1, 2007... Met-Tile Inc. introduced a redesigned Web site featuring its metal tile panel "cool roofing" system. The Met-Tile roof system, which combines the look of tile with all-weather performance and energy savings, can be viewed at...

Contractor group event to explore ethics.(meetings & conventions)
July 1, 2007... "Ethics and integrity" is the theme of the next Quality Service Contractors' Power Meeting, July 26-28 in Washington, D.C. Members will explore ethical issues, with discussions ranging from employment practices to interaction with...

Wennsoft conference reports record numbers.(meetings & conventions)
July 1, 2007... More than 100 individuals attended WennSoft's Synergy 2007 conference April 23-27 in Milwaukee. The number of attendees, just under 160, set a record for the annual conference, which provides a series of seminars and networking sessions....

Johnson Controls holds manager 'boot camp'.(meetings & conventions)
July 1, 2007... Johnson Controls prepared 20 territory managers for marketing "combat" during the first York Boot Camp of 2007. The five-day basic training program was held February 11-16 at company headquarters in Norman, Okla. The entry-level...

Trumpf adds manager for bending, press products.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... Trumpf Inc. has appointed Shane Simpson as the new product manager for bending and press products. Simpson will be responsible for Trumpf's TruBend product line of precision press brakes, including BendMaster brake automation. Before...

ABB.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... Jim Perkins was been named managing director of U.S. drives services for ABB. Perkins will be responsible for leading, directing and managing life-cycle product service and support strategies, capabilities and implementation for LV and MV...

U.S. Energy Group.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... U.S. Energy Group named Dan Margulies as chief operating officer and Thomas Scali as the director of sales and business development. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The addition of Margulies and Scali, is the latest growth move for U.S. Energy...

Ted Sikorski recently announced his retirement.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... Ted Sikorski, vice president of marketing with Bradford White Corp., recently announced his retirement. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sikorski joined Bradford White in 1966 as a buyer and purchasing agent. He then served as a district sales...

MEPatWork.com.(people in the news)(John von Harz)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... John von Harz is joining online job Web site MEPatWork.com as president and chief operating officer. Von Harz brings extensive experience in technology, including Web-based content, applications and network operations. Along with having...

Bradbury Co. Inc.(people in the news)(Matt Werner promoted)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Bradbury Co. Inc. promoted Matt Werner to sales team leader for the Hayes International product line in the United States and for Bradbury Trim Shop Equipment. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Werner will be based in Moundridge, Kan., where...

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials has named Shirley Dewi as its new management system registration manager in its research and testing office. Dewi will oversee the audit program and expanding the...

National Air Duct Cleaners Association's 18th annual meeting.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... At the National Air Duct Cleaners Association's 18th annual meeting, March 4-8 in Nashville, Tenn., Jeremy Stamkos, managing director of Enviroair Pty Ltd., was appointed as the group's Region 11 coordinator. "Jeremy was chosen for his...

American Welding Society.(people in the news)
July 1, 2007... The American Welding Society promoted Cassie Burrell to the position of deputy executive director. In her new role, she will manage certification and publication services in addition to her current responsibilities, which include membership,...

Referrals are a great way to increase your customer base.(contractor cents)
July 1, 2007... I recently taught a class on customer service. When I asked how many companies represented had referral systems, not one of the 40 participants raised their hands. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I was surprised. Referrals are among the best...

Too many companies fall victim to dishonest workers.(mind your business)
July 1, 2007... Nobody saw it coming. The guy apparently didn't have a record and had passed a criminal-background check before being hired as an installer by a Chicago cable company. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] I say "apparently" because there is no...

C.C. Dickson names Emerson Vendor of the year.(wholesaler news)
July 1, 2007... Refrigeration wholesaler C.C. Dickson Co. has named Emerson Climate Technologies as its 2006 Vendor of the Year. In addition, White-Rodgers, another Emerson business, was named as one of the five runners-up for this award. The recipient of...

HARDI partnership aims to reduce health costs.(wholesaler news)
July 1, 2007... By expanding its existing relationship with Behnke & Co., HARDI announced that it should dramatically reduce health care costs for members. This new service will help Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration Distributors International...

Steel distributor marks anniversary.(wholesaler news)
July 1, 2007... Second City Metals is celebrating seven years of business this year. The national steel distributor sells 60-inch coil for rectangular duct and slit coil for spiral duct manufacturers in galvanized, "galvannealed," perforated, stainless,...

Jessica MacLeod of Phoenix was the winner of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association of Arizona's 100-Degree Contest.(ARIZONA)
July 1, 2007... Jessica MacLeod of Phoenix was the winner of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association of Arizona's 100-Degree Contest. For correctly guessing Phoenix's first 100-degree day, MacLeod received a weekend getaway at...

Air Comfort Corp.(ILLINOIS)
July 1, 2007... Jack Baer of Air Comfort Corp. in Broadview, Ill., was installed as president of the Chicagoland Sheet Metal Contractors Association. The association named new officers during its March 15 dinner at the Wyndham Drake in Oak Brook, Ill....

The Louisiana Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors banded together with several other state plumbing contractors and union members.(LOUISIANA)
July 1, 2007... The Louisiana Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors banded together with several other state plumbing contractors and union members to defeat legislation that would have reduced licensing standards. Several hundred PHCC members showed up at...

Sixty-two families benefited from the time and talent of local union plumbing contractors as part of the Annual Rebuilding Together event April 21 in St. Louis.(MISSOURI)
July 1, 2007... Sixty-two families benefited from the time and talent of local union plumbing contractors as part of the Annual Rebuilding Together event April 21 in St. Louis. Plumbing Industry Council contractors, supplier members and members of...

Intellidyne LLC.(NEW YORK)
July 1, 2007... Intellidyne LLC announced that Wallace Eannace Associates is the company's new master distributor for the New York City metro area. "This business relationship with Wallace Eannace strategically positions us with a leading company that...

American Standard's Clean and Comfortable home tour made a stop on behalf of distributor Yandle-Witherspoon Supply at the Raleigh Home Show April 13-15 in Raleigh, N.C.(NORTH CAROLINA)
July 1, 2007... American Standard's Clean and Comfortable home tour made a stop on behalf of distributor Yandle-Witherspoon Supply at the Raleigh Home Show April 13-15 in Raleigh, N.C. "Never in our wildest dreams did we think the home tour would be so...

Underwriters Laboratories.(TEXAS)
July 1, 2007... Underwriters Laboratories has added new testing capabilities at its HVACR facility in Plano, Texas. The facility now has three testing chambers, increasing the company's capacity to test air-cooled units from 25 tons to 30 tons. In...

Gustave A. Larson Co.(WISCONSIN)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... The Gustave A. Larson Co. opened its newest store location May 7 on West Washington Street in West Allis, Wis. This new facility replaces the New Berlin, Wis., store and will serve as the Great Lakes regional sales office. In addition to a...

Heater brochures.(books, software & lit)
July 1, 2007... Lochinvar Corp. has issued two new brochures on the recent enhancements to its Power-Fin line of water heaters and boilers. The full-color brochures, one of which focuses on boilers and the other on water heaters, offer information on advances...

Compressor guide.(books, software & lit)
July 1, 2007... Danfoss has released this latest guide for its Maneurop reciprocating compressors. The new literature is available through the Danfoss Web site and provides detailed model numbers, specifications, system recommendations, management guidelines,...

Training info.(books, software & lit)(Brief article)
July 1, 2007... SpacePak has introduced this full-color contractor sales support and training program brochure. The new brochure details the training, marketing and promotional tools and merchandise that SpacePak offers to system distributors, installers and...

Software accessories.(books, software & lit)
July 1, 2007... Flomerics has announced the availability of six new "SmartParts" for its Flovent software, which the company says will save time and improve accuracy in simulating the performance of diffusers. In the past, modeling diffusers has required...

Tool catalog.(books, software & lit)
July 1, 2007... Enco has released its 2007 Master Catalog. This year's catalog contains over 40,000 items, including 5,000 new products that focus on the areas of cutting tools, abrasives, raw materials, measuring and machine tools. The catalog also offers 20...

Career brochure.(books, software & lit)
July 1, 2007... A new brochure illustrating the benefits of a career as an HVACR technician is now available from the Mechanical Service Contractors of America. "A 5 Star Career in the HVACR Service Industry" provides guidance counselors and school...

Hydraulic press.(new products)
July 1, 2007... This straight-sided, end-frame hydraulic press is powered by a 150-horsepower motor equipped with a variable-frequency drive for increased energy efficiency. By controlling the frequency of electrical power supplied to the motor, the drive cuts...

Offset snips.(new products)
July 1, 2007... This company has expanded its line of replaceable blade snips to include new patent-pending offset design models called MagSnips. The patent pending offset design includes left- and straight cut model M2210, best used in the right hand and...

Duct insulation.(new products)
July 1, 2007... K-Flex Gray Duct Liner is the new and improved flexible closed-cell elastomeric insulation product from Nomaco K-Flex. The duct liner now features an R-value of 4.2 at a nominal 1-inch thickness, meeting U.S. energy code requirements. The...

Fabric duct diffuser.(new products)
July 1, 2007... The D-Fuser from DuctSox is a fabric-faced diffuser for research laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing and other critical environments. The company says the D-Fuser is comprised of an environmentally friendly, 50 percent-recycled polyester...

Hand cleaners.(new products)
July 1, 2007... This company introduced new hand cleaners, including pumice lotion, orange lotion with pumice and a "smooth" orange lotion. The lotions are available in 15-ounce bottles. The orange pumice is also available in a gallon container with pump. The...

Calendar of events.(Calendar)
July 1, 2007... AUGUST 22 The Fabricators and Manufacturers Association will offer a course called "Managerial Success for the Emerging Team Leader." This one-day seminar will be offered at the Tooling and Manufacturing Association in Park Ridge,...

Wholesalers & Mfr. Reps. Directory.(Directory)
July 1, 2007... The following is a paid directory of distributors, wholesalers and manufacturers representatives, listed by state. To have your company included in this list, please call Sally Fraser at 248-244-6240. We urge our readers to contact these...

SNIPS' show booth was stop on first visit to America.(editor's page)(Editorial)
July 1, 2007... This month, I'm giving most of the Editor's Page space to Gerry Spanger, who sent in this letter and photo about Nick Carter and the role he played in making Spanger's sheet metal businesses succeed. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We will try...

Letters.(Letter to the editor)
July 1, 2007... You asked for a story on Nick Carter, so here is mine. In 1967, I was running a small sheet metal business in Johannesburg, South Africa, and was having problems finding the hardware I needed to manufacture and install sheet metal ductwork....