PM Engineer articles from September 2006

PM Engineer archives from September 2006

An effective alternative to dry filters/baffles.(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... I write in response to your July 2006 article, "Fire Protection for Commercial Kitchens." We all know that the main sources of fires in commercial kitchens are the hazardous and explosive impurities (grease, fly-ash, etc.) on the...

Color and odor of sprinkler water.(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2006... Recently at work we had a sprinkler line freeze, and a leak came from the sprinkler head. The water was black and had an odor. I am assuming it was like that because of corrosion since it is a black metal pipe. My manufacturing manager wants...

ISH North America 2006 features expanded seminar program, coincides with IAPMO and RPA annual conferences.(International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, Radiant Panel Association )
September 1, 2006... With direction and input from show partner International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), ISH North America has added a code seminar track to address the needs of IAPMO's membership at the 2006 show in Chicago Sept....

The ICC/IAPMO negotiations to produce single plumbing and mechanical codes: one active ICC member gives his detailed perspective on the proposed agreement.(International Code Council and International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials)(Column)
September 1, 2006... In July 2006, at a National Townhall Meeting in Denver, CO, the proposed joint venture between the International Code Council (ICC) and International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) to produce one mechanical and one...

I don't compromise do you?(Grundfos Pumps Corp.)(Company overview)
September 1, 2006... Why not work with the best? Be-Think-Innovate is the basis for everything you get from Grundfos, one of the world's biggest pump suppliers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Be means that we always act responsibly. We look at your...

International Mechanical and Fuel Gas Code changes: although numerous, many of these changes fall into the category of administrative or "nickel-and-dime" issues.(Codes)
September 1, 2006... There are 132 proposed changes to the International Mechanical Code (IMC) and 56 to the International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Many of the changes fall into the category of administrative or "nickel-and-dime" issues. These changes really have no...

Combinations, calculations and connection colors: some answers to questions from inquiring PME readers.
September 1, 2006... Q. I have a physical therapy office in a commercial single-story building. The ceiling height is 9 feet; it is a sprinklered ceiling that also has sprinklers in the roof space. I would like to build privacy partitions using 2 x 4s and 3/8"...

Let's talk: communicating controls for hydronic heating; The years ahead will see increasing use of internet-accessible control systems in residential and light commercial hydronic systems.(Cover story)
September 1, 2006... For decades, the residential and light commercial sector of the hydronics industry has used stand-alone controllers designed for very specific purposes. These devices include boiler reset, boiler staging, mixing and zoning controllers. ...

How the RP enhances backflow prevention: when installed correctly, the reduced pressure principle assembly (RP) is appropriate for both high- and low-hazard applications.
September 1, 2006... The use of testable backflow preventers has been documented for more than 100 years. The Journal of the New England Water Works Association reported the evolution of the double check valve in the early 1900s. At the turn of the last century,...

Snowmelting boilers: the condensed and non-condensed versions; Each type requires a specific approach to answer the key question: "how are we going to make the water warm?".
September 1, 2006... Fred loved home shows, he really did. It's just that he wasn't too wild about the Tuesday mid-day shift of a nine-day-long home show. Show traffic started out slow that day, and was threatening to peter out altogether. "Any fewer people,"...

Wax-Free Toilet Seal for closet wall carriers.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... Fernco's Wax-Free Toilet Seal is the easy way to install commercial closet wall carriers, eliminating messy wax rings, foam and felt products. Made of PVC material, Fernco's Wax-Free Toilet Seal eliminates mold problems, providing a positive...

Insulation Saddle System (260 ISS).(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... Anvil has released a revolutionary product for installing insulation--the 260 Insulation Saddle System (260 ISS). Used for copper and steel pipe systems, the 260 ISS dramatically saves time and money by eliminating the wood block and shield, as...

Bryan RV Series steam and water boilers.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... Bryan RV Series "Flexible Water Tube" steam and hot water boilers are forced-draft gas, oil and dual fuel fired. They are available in eight standard sizes from 3,500,000 to 8,000,000 Btuh. Bryan guarantees the RV Series' efficiency to be 84%...

ChemDrain[TM] Corzan[R] CPVC Chemical Waste Drain System technical manual.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... Learn more about Charlotte Pipe's ChemDrain[TM] CPVC Chemical Waste Drain System product offering, technical specifications and installation requirements in this convenient manual. Charlotte Pipe is the only manufacturer licensed to make a CPVC...

FlexHead Industries.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... FlexHead is the premier manufacturer of flexible sprinkler connections. Because of the ease of installation, you can install at least four flexible connections in the time it takes to do one hard-pipe armover. The benefits include higher...

Stainless-steel showers from The Pool Shower Inc.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... The WMHC-445-Deluxe stainless-steel shower unit has been the top seller for The Pool Shower Inc. this summer. This hot/cold wall-mounted unit is available with a 6-inch Sunflower Shower Head, Hand Sprayer and Stainless-Steel Flex Hose, and/or a...

Union Drain Ball.(Information Showcase)
September 1, 2006... The unique "Union Drain Ball" is the newest member of Webstone's Pro-Pal line of step-saving valves. This valve features a ground joint union for easy assembly and dismantling of the system, and a unique high-flow independently operated ball...

Multistage Centrifugal Pumps.(PME Products)
September 1, 2006... The Grundfos CR Vertical Multistage Centrifugal Pumps offer the most extensive range and feature the highest efficiency of their type, according to the company. The CR pumps run on substantially less power than competitors, potentially saving...

Air admittance valve.(PME Products)
September 1, 2006... The Chem-Vent[TM] is the newest AAV developed by STUDOR Inc. Specifically designed for acid waste applications, the Chem-Vent simplifies and improves the drainage and waste venting of chemical lab fixtures by replacing costly and poorly...

Boilers.(PME Products)
September 1, 2006... Utica Boilers has released the UB 95M-200 boiler that is 95% efficient and fully modulating from 80-200 mbh. The 95% AFUE rating makes this boiler eligible for the Federal Tax Credit of $150. The UB 95M-200 features a one-piece cast aluminum...

Undersink enclosure.(PME Products)
September 1, 2006... Basin Guard by Truebro is a smooth, attractive undersink enclosure that conceals unsightly plumbing and mechanical connections, while maintaining knee and foot clearance mandated by the ADA. This enclosure eliminates the need to insulate...