Snips articles from September 2003

Snips archives from September 2003

Singing its praises: Opera house project uses under-floor ventilation to preserve acoustics.(Seattle Opera House )
September 1, 2003... SEATTLE -- City officials call the renovation of the 75-year-old Seattle Opera House a transformation. When it re-opened in June as Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, the historic character of the 75-year-old building was preserved while upgrading...

SMACNA heads inside the Beltway: association to meet in Washington for 60th annual convention.(Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association)
September 1, 2003... Washington, D.C., was not the first choice of the founding fathers for the nation's capital. New York, Philadelphia and even Princeton, N.J., all hosted the U.S. Congress before it was decided that this 65-square-mile area bordering...

Washington is full of history, attractions.
September 1, 2003... The city SMACNA has selected for its convention has been both criticized and lauded for its complex design in which roads emanate out from the middle of the city. To create the area that would become Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia...

Leader of the pack: Iowa contractor Mark Watson to guide SMACNA in 2003-2004.
September 1, 2003... CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa -- Mark Watson said it's going to be a balancing act, working as SMACNA president while helping run Climate Engineers Inc., but added he's up for it. "I think we've got some good things in place," Watson said of the...

Desmond stays busy during his year as association president.(Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association's Jack Desmond)(Interview)
September 1, 2003... CANTON, Mass. -- A year as the president of SMACNA can take a lot out of you. Just ask Jack Desmond. After what at times must have felt like a whirlwind tour of sheet-metal shops and union halls, the owner of Canton, Mass, hosed Cox...

Turning back the pages: this Wisconsin contractor's book offers a look at the 'Forgotten Art' of Sheet Metal.
September 1, 2003... All you need to do is take a stroll through an antique shop or flea market, you won't have to look too far to find the work (of) the skilled sheet metal workers of the past. Like the milk containers that frequently take up flowers on the porch,...

A breath of fresh air: Vanderbilt University medical building features the latest in HVAC technology.
September 1, 2003... NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Research conducted at Vanderbilt University's medical school has long been recognized for its contributions to the advancement of medical and biological science. The school's history includes two Nobel Prize winners and a...

Take a sample: state earmarks $300,000 to start monitoring IAQ in public schools.(Minnesota indoor air quality laws)
September 1, 2003... ST. PAUL, Minn. -- The Minnesota Legislature has approved a bill that funds a pilot program for monitoring IAQ in select schools throughout the state. The program will compare indoor air quality in buildings with energy consumption data...

Study investigates refrigerants' lubrication.(Tech Tips; Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Institute )
September 1, 2003... The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology Institute continues to release interim and final results from its Materials Compatibility and Lubricants Research program. Funded by a U.S. Department of Energy grant and the air conditioning...

Freeze-drying can help save water-damaged records.(Applications in the Field)
September 1, 2003... Most budding managers are aware that water intrusion of any magnitude, resulting from a burst pipe, leaky roof or broken windows, even a flood or hurricane, can be disastrous. Water can cause structural damage and mold growth, disrupt...

ARI members urge Bush to repeal imported steel tariffs.(Association News; Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute)
September 1, 2003... WASHINGTON -- Representatives of the air-conditioning industry have cautioned the U. S. International Trade Commission that continuation of steel tariffs will encourage American companies to move manufacturing facilities abroad. Citing...

PHCC members lobby for health care reform.(Association News)(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... FALLS CHURCH, Va. -- During PHCC's recent annual Legislative Day, members visited their congressmen and senators' offices to voice their support a bill which would allow the group to offer health insurance to members at lower rates than they...

ASA honors volunteers, chapters.(American Subcontractors Association)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- The American Subcontractors Association recognized five ASA volunteers for individual accomplishments and seven chapters for outstanding achievements. All received Achievement Awards at a ceremony at the association's...

New 'Center' to fill gaps in HVAC & energy research.(TABB Talk)(National Center for Energy Management and Building Technologies)
September 1, 2003... The National Center for Energy Management and Building Technologies, now established with U.S. government funds, will seek to improve the efficiency, productivity, and security of the U.S. building stock. First suggested in a 1999 letter...

TABB gains entry into army corps' specs; TABB won a look-see from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers--and is now included in its standard testing, adjusting and balancing specifications. What's more, only one testing-and-balancing organization spoke and exhibited at the Corps' recent Infrastructure Conference.(TABB Talk)(Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau)
September 1, 2003... In 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the post of Chief I Engineer. His job was to build the fortifications near Bunker Hill. So, from one point of view, it's taken 228 years to get specifications from the Testing, Adjusting and...

Report details IAQ market's promise.(TABB Talk)(indoor air quality; )
September 1, 2003... What promise does the indoor air quality (IAQ) market hold for engineers and contractors? It's a difficult market area to sum up conveniently, as reflected in a recent 78-page National Energy Management Institute (NEMI) market study. ...

Why 'cutting edge' engineers include TABB in specs.(TABB Talk)(Grumman/Butkus Associates; testing and balancing standards)
September 1, 2003... Grumman/Butkus Associates (Evanston, Ill.)., is a leading mechanical/electrical design firm that specializes in working with existing buildings. The company's promotion notes that it wants to be "on the cutting edge of building engineering."...

TAB & commissioning: an alternative.(TABB Talk)
September 1, 2003... Systems commissioning is in its infancy. A definition: "Whole building commissioning" is testing a building's entire system performance and all co-systems synchronization to ensure they meet the building's intended use. How does testing,...

Diagnosing vs. commissioning: what's best for building occupants?(TABB Talk)
September 1, 2003... Note: Part One of this series of TABB articles appeared in a special insert in the May issue of Engineered Systems. As the concepts of building diagnostics and commisioning have evolved, confusion has arisen--how are these process similar?...

Wading through our alphabet soup!(Acronyms used in the Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning industry)
September 1, 2003... Every industry has buzzwords, "shorthands," and acronyms--and the HVAC business is no different. If you wonder who is behind the special insert you now are reading, here's a detailed answer--a healthy serving of our own particular flavor of...

Empire state's contractors form first TABB affiliate group.(TABB Talk)
September 1, 2003... "The way TABB is structured, we provide a significant level of comfort to the architects and engineers. TABB is producing certified technicians, supervisors, and contractors-and that technician is the product of a four-year apprenticeship...

Why engineers like TABB.(Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Chances are, you're reading this 16-page publication as an insert into either Engineered Systems magazine or SNIPS. If you've reviewed the contents, you've seen how the Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Bureau (TABB) is working with the U.S....

HazMat & safety issues get attention.(TABB Talk)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Does it matter to customers whether the workers handling their HVAC installation or maintenance stay healthy and safe on the job? It certainly does. Large construction customers, especially have focused in recent years on the safety of the...

HVAC DataBank.(Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning )(Illustration)
September 1, 2003... HVAC DataBank Commercial Floorspace In The U.S. 95% Confidence Billion Range Year Square Feet (billion sq. ft.) 1979 51.088 47.483 to 54.693 1983 ...

ABC releases new 'best practices' report.(Report from the Associated Builders and Contractors )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... WASHINGTON -- The Associated Builders and Contractors recently released a new study and report, "Best Practices in the Construction Industry, Critical Indicators of Success--the Trimmer Benchmarking Study," at the associations national...

ACCA creates mold legislation database.(Air Conditioning Contractors of America )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America is tracking mold-related legislation introduced in more than 21 states, and has made a regularly updated database on the bills and their status available to its members. ...

Hydronics Institute selects Business News Publishing to promote training classes.(Association News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. -- The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association's Hydronics Institute has selected Business News Publishing Co. to promote its educational programs on steam heating. The Troy, Mich.-based trade-magazine publisher will...

Union associations meet with legislators.(Association News)
September 1, 2003... WASHINGTON -- Representatives from five union-contractor associations recently met with legislative experts and discussed issues affecting the specialty-construction industry as part of the groups Campaign [or Quality Construction National...

ACCA seeks to honor contractors for community service.(Air Conditioning Contractors of America)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America is seeking submissions for a new showcase of contractors who perform good work in their local communities. "From collecting canned goods to installing HVAC systems for...

Group urges support for economic, clean-water bills.(Association News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... CHANTILLY, Va. -- The Mechanical-Electrical-Sheet Metal Alliance has endorsed S. 576, the Business Property Economic Revitalization Act of 2003, proposing an amendment to the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a 10-year depreciation term...

ASHRAE to become involved in cryogenics research.(Research by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ATLANTA -- Research to improve cryosurgical probe designs has been approved by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers. The project, "Design Data for Optimization of Cryosurgical Probes," is expected...

Wheeling-Pittsburgh steel to be used in WTC project.(World Trade Center site)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... NEW YORK -- Floor decking from Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel Corps Wheeling Corrugating Division will be used in the construction of a building at the World Trade Center site. The steel rooting and siding manufacturer will supply 1.4 million...

Hypertherm honored for employee benefits.(Supplier News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... HANOVER, N.H. -- The Principal Financial Group has named plasma-cutter manufacturer Hypertherm Inc. one of the 10 best companies for employee financial security. The award is based on the quality of Hypertherm's financial benefits package as...

Nordyne teams with Excellence Alliance for Maytag program.(Business management tools)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... O'FALLON, Mo. -- Nordyne Inc. and business management group Excellence Alliance Inc. have developed a program for Maytag HVAC dealers. Through the customized program, dealers can access a number of resources ranging from sales and marketing...

A.O. Smith logs 1 million hours of safe operations.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... MELBANE, N.C. -- The 410 employees of A.O. Smith Electrical Products Cots plant in Mebane, N.C., were recognized at a special ceremony for working more than 1 million hours without a lost-time accident. The streak began on Jan. 24, 2002,...

N.B. Handy honors best vendors.(N.B. Handy Co. )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... LYNCHBURG, Va. -- HVAC and roofing-products supplier N.B. Handy Co. recently held its third vendor performance recognition event to honor companies for their work during 2002. Vendors were evaluated in four general categories: delivery,...

Danfoss opens $22 million factory in China.(Supplier News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... BALTIMORE -- Danfoss, a manufacturer of electronic and mechanical components, has opened a new factory in Tianjin, China. The Danfoss factory has over 500,000 square feet and will serve as the major production base in China and Asia. ...

Metal-Fab fire dampers get UL certification.(Supplier News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... WICHITA, Kan. -- Metal-Fab has earned an Underwriters Laboratories certification for its Dynamic Fire Dampers, allowing them to be installed into situations in which the HVAC system blower may continue to rum during an alarm. Incorporating...

Hansen Technologies opens hotline.(Supplier News)(new 24-hour emergency hotline launched)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... BURR RIDGE, Ill. -- Hansen Technologies Corp. has launched a new 24-hour emergency hotline. The telephone number is (866) 4-HANSEN (866-442-6736). Callers will reach a live operator, officials said. The service is available to customers...

PowerCold, Rheem, Park Supply announce partnership.(Supplier News)(cooperative agreement for the marketing and sale of commercial HVAC packages to national accounts)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... LA VERNIA, Texas -- PowerCold, Rheem Air Conditioning Division and Park Supply have entered into a cooperative agreement for the marketing and sale of commercial HVAC packages to national accounts. Rheem equipment and warranties will be...

WaterFurnace converts residential lines to R-410A.(Supplier News)(R-410A refrigerant is a chlorine-free, zero-ozone-depleting blend that's safe and easy to use)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- WaterFurnace International has converted its general residential line of geothermal heating and cooling units to R-410A. "The R-410A refrigerant is a chlorine-free, zero-ozone-depleting blend of two HFC refrigerants...

Minunni, Kortvely named top Atas sales staffers.(Supplier News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ALLENTOWN, Pa. -- Metal-roofing products manufacturer Atas International Inc. presented its Salesman of the Year awards to Steve Minunni for 2001 and Ernie Kortvely for 2002. Minunni's award was based on his ability to increase sales...

VenVest buys 4 Canadian contractor companies.(Contractor News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... SARASOTA, Fla. -- VenVest Inc. has purchased four HVAC businesses operating under Union Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Epcor Energy Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta. The four businesses have combined sales of more than $24 million Canadian...

Mechanical Air Service receives Small Business Excellence Award.(Contractor News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... SAN JOSE, Calif. -- Mechanical Air Service Inc. is the 2003 recipient of the Hank Tedesco Small Business Excellence Award, given by San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce. The company was selected from a large group of Chamber...

Rheem recognizes top-selling dealers.(Contractor News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... FORT SMITH, Ark. -- Rheem Manufacturing Co. recognized its Top 10 2002 sales-producing Rheem Team dealers from around the country. "In a difficult economic environment, each of these dealers has been able to significantly increase their...

Carey M. Dove named first woman president of CAUSE.(Contractor News)(the Mechanical Contractors and Unions Seal of Excellence)
September 1, 2003... LANHAM, Md. -- Carey M. Dove, owner and president of M&M Welding and Fabricators of Gaithersburg, Md., has been named chairman of CAUSE for the 2003-2004 term. She is the first woman to hold the post since the organization's founding in 1984....

May construction activity remained stable.(Contractor News)(May's improved housing activity offsetting declines for nonresidential building and nonhuilding construction )
September 1, 2003... NEW YORK -- The pace of new construction starts in May was essentially the same as in April, according to McGraw-Hill Construction Dodge, a division of the McGraw-Hill Cos. The stability for total construction, at a seasonally adjusted...

Michigan contractor wins association award.(Contractor News)(2003 Commercial Contractor of the Year by the Michigan Air Conditioning Contractors Association)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... LIVONIA, Mich. -- Guardian Environmental Services Inc., a member of The Unified Group, a national alliance of independent HVAC contractors, was recently named 2003 Commercial Contractor of the Year by the Michigan Air Conditioning Contractors...

Shaw Mechanical gets Florida hospital project.(Contractor News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ORLANDO, Fla. -- Shaw Mechanical Services LLC, a commercial HVAC services and contracting company, secured a contract with Florida Hospital Apopka to air-condition a 60,000-square-foot medical-supply warehouse. The four-month project calls...

ACCA names winners of Web site competition.(Air Conditioning Contractors of America)
September 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America announced the winners in its first "Best Contractors on the Web" Internet marketing awards. "We were very pleased that more than 100 contractors submitted their Web sites for...

Klenk Tools now takes orders online.(Internet News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... CANTON, Ohio -- Klenk Tools, manufacturer of tools for the HVACR, roofing, industrial and sheet metal markets, now allows distributors to place orders online. A "Distributor Login" texture permits setup on the distributor's first Web site...

ASHRAE improves Web site navigation, adds resource center.(American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ATLANTA -- The Web site of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers makes it easier for visitors to find the information they need, according to ASHRAE officials. The site features improved navigation...

Alnor updates look, adds information.(Website enhancements)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ST. PAUL, Minn. -- Equipment manufacturer Alnor has given its Web site a new look and added more information, according to the company. The site offers product and service information, Alnor news, and distributor contact information. There...

Hydronic heating training offered online.(Internet News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... GREENVALE, N.Y. - Heating professionals may improve Their hydronic heating skills at their own home or office through the new Slant/Fin Training Room online training Web site. Interactive correspondence Courses are offered in a variety of...

Wavetek Meterman expands Internet site.(Internet News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... EVERETT, Wash. -- Wavetek Meterman has broadened the scope of its Web site to include expanded sections with new information. A "How to Pick a Meter That's Right for You" guide helps visitors choose between digital multimeters, clamp-on...

Jobs Web sites combined into one.(Internet News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... DES MOINES, Iowa -- HVACjob.com, Plumbjob.com and Electricjob.com, jobs and resume sites serving these industries, have been united under the new MEP At Work name. The change made by the boards' operator, MECHdata Inc., is the result of a...

ACCA offers online Health Fairness Action Center.(Air Conditioning Contractors of America)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ARLINGTON, Va. -- The Air Conditioning Contractors of America has launched its online Health Fairness Action Center at www.acca.org. This special section of ACCA's Web site features articles and information on association health plans, which...

Metalcon 2003 to include live-action demonstrations.(Meetings & Conventions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... TAMPA, Fla. -- Plans for the 13th annual Metalcon International, slated for Oct. 28-30 at the Tampa Convention Center, include a new series of live-action demonstrations and an education session highlighting specialty metals. According to...

Ventilation Conference to focus on education.(Meetings & Conventions)
September 1, 2003... BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- The 25th annual Industrial Ventilation Conference, Oct. 20-23, will combine lectures with sessions on designing ventilation systems that will provide control over the in-plant environment, as well as meet the constraints of...

MCAA conference focuses on improving project performance.(Mechanical Contractors Association of America)
September 1, 2003... PHILADELPHIA -- MCAA's 2003 Project Performance Conference took participants beyond the basics of project productivity through two-and-a-half days of intensive project-management education. At the core of the Mechanical Contractors...

PHCC convention, ISH-NA to begin Sept. 29.(Meetings & Conventions)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... FALLS CHURCH, Va. -- The 121st Plumbing-Heating-Cooling-Contractors annual convention and ISH-North America trade show will be held Sept. 29-Oct. 3 at the Mandalay Bay hotel-casino and convention center in Las Vegas. Convention week will...

United CoolAir Corp. names new VP of sales, marketing.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Rod Beever has accepted the position of vice president of sales and marketing at United CoolAir Corp. in York, Pa. The company manufactures flexible commercial and portable cooling heating equipment. Scott Reeves has been appointed director of...

Lennox International.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Lennox International, Dallas, has named Rod Flory vice president, information technologies. He replaces Luana Malott, who passed away recently following an illness.

Power Fasteners, Inc., New Rochelle, N.Y., has promoted Robert Aurisy to regional manager and named Jim Dalesandro as Philadelphia branch manager.(People in the News)
September 1, 2003... Power Fasteners Inc., New Rochelle N.Y., has promote. Robert Aurisy to regional manager and named Jim Dalesandro as Philadelphia branch manager. Chris Gauche has joined the outside sales staff of Trainor Associates, the Indiana manufacturer's...

Rheem Manufacturing Air Conditioning Division.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Rheem Manufacturing Air Conditioning Division, Fort Smith, Ark., has appointed Jack W. Sinkler as vice president of marketing.

Joe Hudachko was named western regional sales manager of Pottorff and Dynasonics.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Joe Hudachko was named western regional sales manager of Pottorff and Dynasonics, divisions of PCI Industries in Fort Worth, Texas.

Fred and Arlene Zeman, owners of Rite-Way Heating and Cooling Co. in Chicago.(People in the News)(celebrate their 50th anniversary)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Fred and Arlene Zeman, owners of Rite-Way Heating and Cooling Co. in Chicago, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Feb. 7.

A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... A.O. Smith Electrical Products Co. said Christopher Ruttle has joined the electric motor manufacturer as its senior vice president-global sales and marketing. Ruttle replaces Paul Doyle who will retire at the end of this year after more than 37...

Formtek Inc.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Formtek Inc. has hired John Kopsick as roll-tooling products manager for the Yoder, Dahlstrom, B&K, FMI and Lockformer brands.

Trumpf Laser Technology Center.(People in the News)
September 1, 2003... Walter Haimerl is now director of sales and marketing for the Trumpf Laser Technology Center in Plymouth, Mich. Formerly director of sales and marketing for Trumpf Rohrtecknik, Haimerl began his career at Trumpf in 1987 as a service technician...

Shaw Mechanical Services LLC.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Mark Woehrle has been named manager of construction services at Shaw Mechanical Services LLC, a commercial HVAC service and new construction contractor.

Gary M Stroyny will join Greenheck as chief operating officer of a new organizational unit to be called the Fan.(People in the News)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Gary M Stroyny win join Greenheck as chief operating officer of a new organizational unit to be called the Fan, Ventilator and Air Control Products Division.

Moisture Control Services. (People in the News)<.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Brad Key has been named national business development manager for Moisture Control Services, a division of Munters Corp.

Jeanne Lee was appointed the new executive vice president of the of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Metropolitan Contractors Association of Metropolitan Washington by the board of directors. (People in the News)<.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Jeanne Lee was appointed the new executive vice president of the of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Metropolitan Washington by the board of directors. Lee has been employed by the association since January 1989 and has served in the...

Iain Campbell, president of York Americas, York International Corp., and Mike Lehman, president of Bard Manufacturing Co. (People in the News)<.(appointed to Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration board of directors)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... Iain Campbell, president of York Americas, York International Corp., and Mike Lehman, president of Bard Manufacturing Co., were recently elected to the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute board of directors.

Obituaries.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... William J. Pehlke, 78, former general manager of South Shore Sheet Metal and Let It Rain Roofing in Chicago, died April 12, 2003. He was a member of Local 73 of the Sheet Metal Workers' International Association. Mr. Pehlke served with the...

A poor Yellow Pages ad is your worst investment.(Business Management)
September 1, 2003... Most contractors spend the bulk of their marketing money on an ad or listing in the telephone company's Yellow Pages. It lasts a year. So a bad ad makes its mistakes daily for a year, all while you pay. As an advertising medium, the Yellow...

Database service allows contractors to obtain licenses anywhere.(Business Management)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... For contractors who want to bid on jobs in neighboring states but don't want to go through the hassle of obtaining another license, Douglas Cornell says he has a solution. Through his Tampa, Fla., firm, Contractor Services Co., Cornell...

Having a goal is key to accomplishing any task.(Sales & Marketing)
September 1, 2003... There are simple steps to accomplishing any task. The task can be short term: a 30-day special offering. The task can be long term: your annual sales quota. The guide to resolving any of these questions is to follow the following steps. ...

Customers or clients, it's your job to protect them.(Contractor Cents)
September 1, 2003... A few weeks ago I had a conversation with a colleague. His comment was that he wanted clients, not customers. I asked him what the difference was. He said that clients come back and use you again. Customers may or may not come back. I had...

Companies still have value after consolidation.(Mind Your Business)
September 1, 2003... Maybe you haven't noticed or you're too polite to bring it up. But I'll be big about it and point out the egg on my face. On several occasions during the last few years, I've made the point that, whatever their difficulties, the consolidators...

Closing door controls tobacco smoke leaks, study says.(Indoor Air Quality)
September 1, 2003... ATLANTA -- Keeping secondhand smoke out of nonsmoking areas is as easy as closing a door, according to a study published in ASHRAE Journal. The study says that up to 10 percent of smoking-room air enters nonsmoking areas just by opening...

Camfil Farr suggests mold guidelines.(Indoor Air Quality)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... RIVERDALE, N.J. -- Camfil Farr has published an information bulletin on the role of air filtration in helping to control the spread of mold through building HVAC systems. The bulletin is the first in the industry to include specific...

Updated ASHRAE Standard 62 available.(design guidance for controlling odor in indoor spaces where smoking occurs is now available )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2003... ATLANTA -- An addendum that changes the ventilation requirements in ASHRAE Standard 62 to apply only to nonsmoking spaces while still providing design guidance for controlling odor in indoor spaces where smoking occurs is now available. ...