Contractor articles from June 2002

Contractor archives from June 2002

Mechanical innovation marks Pittsburgh convention center.(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... PITTSBURGH -- Architect Rafael Vinoly took his inspiration from the Allegheny River and three nearby suspension bridges when he designed the new David L. Lawrence Convention Center here, creating a boat-like structure with a cable-suspended...

Homeowners win $3.2 million from Goodyear, Heatway.(jury verdict in Entran II hydronic hose suit)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... DENVER -- Five Beaver Creek, Colo., homeowners and a homeowners association have won a $3.2 million jury verdict in early May against Goodyear Tire & Rubber and Heatway Systems in an Entran II hydronic hose suit. The jury found Heatway to...

ECR International recalls gas boilers.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR UTICA, N.Y. -- ECR International, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 gas-fired boilers. The boilers could produce excess carbon monoxide, posing a...

Contractor infocus.(survey of general and specialty contractors)(Brief Article)(Panel Discussion)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... CONTRACTOR INFOCUS Sources of jobsite accidents causing missed workdays Other 17% Parts, materials 25% Floors, walkways, ground 18% Worker motion, position 13.5% Tools, equipment ...

RPA names contest winners, elects officers at 2002 meeting. (Industry News).(Radiant Heating Conference and Expo)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CINCINNATI -- The Radiant Heating Conference and Expo, held May 8-11 here, attracted 1,067 registrants and 106 exhibitors. Total attendance declined from last year's event in Salt Lake City, which drew 1,244 people. The number of exhibitors...

Radiant upgrades help comfort, bottom line. (Industry News).(Radiant Heating Conference and Expo highlights)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CINCINNATI -- Never make any assumptions about what a customer will buy was the message at two seminars May 10 at the Radiant Heating Conference and Expo here. In his "Using All the Options" session on combining radiant with HVAC, Dan...

Commercial radiant offers challenges. (Industry News).(suggestions for residential radiant contractors)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CINCINNATI -- Some residential radiant contractors may be thinking of diversifying into commercial markets. There's more involved, however, than ordering more coils of tubing, Mike Hultgren and Larry Lang told contractors attending their...

Water heater double whammy. (Industry News).(water heater manufacturers face design and manufacturing challenges)(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... WATER HEATER manufacturers are facing two significant design and manufacturing challenges in the next 20 months. By March 2003 all water heaters will have to pass a flammable vapor test designed to keep water heater pilot lights and burners...

OSHA not finished with ergonomics. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... WASHINGTON -- Business and industry heaved a sigh of relief in March 2001 when Congress invoked the Congressional Review Act to rescind the ergonomics standard promulgated in late 2000 by the Clinton administration's OSHA. At the time, Congress...

Tyco International.(decides to remain as single company)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... * Tyco International, which in January announced plans to separate into four separate companies including Tyco Fire & Security Services, has decided to remain as a single company. Tyco Chairman Dennis Koslowski conceived the breakup as a way to...

Oliver North will deliver the keynote address at the opening session of the Mechanical Service Contractors Association Convention Sept. 29-Oct. 2 at the Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas Resort.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... * Oliver North will deliver the keynote address at the opening session of the Mechanical Service Contractors Association Convention Sept. 29-Oct. 2 at the Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas Resort, 17 miles from Las Vegas. The MSCA convention will...

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association is accepting entries until July 15 for participants in the Nov. 1 Plumbing Apprenticeship Contest in Toronto.
June 1, 2002... * The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors-National Association is accepting entries until July 15 for participants in the Nov. 1 Plumbing Apprenticeship Contest in Toronto. The contest will be held at the National Trade Centre during the 120th...

Canadian utility Enbridge announced in May that it has closed the sale of its retail energy services business to Centrica North America.(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... * Canadian utility Enbridge announced in May that it has closed the sale of its retail energy services business to Centrica North America, a division of Centrica PLC, a U.K.-based energy services firm, for $1 billion (Canadian) in cash. The...

University of Wisconsin Construction Club.(presents lifetime achievement award)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... * MCAA Past President Ken Coffman of Downey Inc., Milwaukee, received a Lifetime Achievement in Construction Award from the University of Wisconsin Construction Club at the group's fifth annual banquet in Madison. Previous recipients of the...

U.S. steel shipments dip in 1st quarter, imports up. (Industry News).(Brief Article)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR WASHINGTON -- Despite a sharp drop in steel imports in March, U.S. mills shipped less steel in the first quarter than in the same period a year ago. Domestic suppliers shipped 23.94 million net tons, down 3% from the...

A.O. Smith moves offices. (Industry News).(A.O. Smith Water Products Co.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... IRVING, TEXAS -- A. O. Smith Water Products Co. has announced that it is moving its headquarters to the Ashland City, Tenn., site of the primary manufacturing facility of State Industries, which was acquired by A. O. Smith. The move is expected...

`Plumbers Pride' targets contractors. (Industry News). (Rheem Manufacturing Co.'s Water Heater Div. launches marketing campaign).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... MONTGOMERY, ALA. -- The Water Heater Division of the Rheem Manufacturing Co. has launched a marketing program through its wholesalers dedicated to the licensed plumbing contractor. Called "Plumbers Pride," the program seeks to bolster the...

Roto-Rooter contest seeks D-I-Y mishaps. (Industry News).
June 1, 2002... CINCINNATI -- Roto-Rooter is calling on do-it-yourselfers to share their most catastrophic home plumbing disaster for The Do-It-Yourself Disaster Contest. The contest is a nationwide search for the most unfortunate and humorous do-it-yourself...

Kozlowski resigns from Tyco. (Industry News). (L. Dennis Kozlowski, Tyco International Ltd.).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... PEMBROKE, BERMUDA -- Tyco International Ltd. announced June 3 that L. Dennis Kozlowski resigned as chairman and chief executive officer for personal reasons. Kozlowski also stepped down from the board of directors. The company's official...

Keep one hand on your wallet. (Schmitt On Management). (mechanical contractors' financial management).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... IT IS IMPOSSIBLE to grow quickly and solidly without a source of short-term funds. You might be willing to pay Aunt Minnie higher interest rates than she's getting from her trusted bankers, but quite frequently these family loans are more...

Burnham sets tool promotion. (Schmitt On Management). (DeWalt tools).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... LANCASTER, PA. -- Burnham Corp.'s summer tool promotion, "Give it your best with V8 and DeWalt," is open to plumbing and heating contractors throughout North America. Through July 31, contractors will receive free DeWalt tools for every...

Your flat-rate manual is more than a price book. (Forum). (mechanical contractors).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... I'M A FLAT-RATE contractor," Tom declared in a confident tone as he stood at the supply house counter. "All my techs have a book and they quote prices to the customer before they do the work." Andy, the counter salesman, asked: "Wow, I've...

Craig column not based on facts. (Letters).
June 1, 2002... VIA E-MAIL--I just happened to read H. Kent Craig's column in the February issue of CONTRACTOR and found it to be based solely on opinion, not fact ("What color is your project manager?" pg. 28). His experience with travels and contact with...

Reader enjoys Craig column. (Letters).
June 1, 2002... VIA E-MAIL--Just a note to say I read H. Kent Craig's column on project management for the first time today and enjoyed it ("A day in the life of a project manager," March, pg. 32). RODNEY KOOP United Mechanical & Electrical...

Reader relates to Dave Yates. (Letters).
June 1, 2002... VIA E-MAIL--I read and enjoyed Dave Yates' column in the May issue of CONTRACTOR magazine on his former teachers "Skinny and Pearl" (pg. 32). I can relate very well to that situation of supposedly educated people looking down on people in...

Safe haven: in the aftermath of 9/11, consumers are spending more time--and money--in the home. (Kitchen/Bath Industry Show).
June 1, 2002... Some trends were unmistakable at the first Kitchen/Bath Industry Show since last Sept. 11. The events of that day have an impact on manufacturers' product designs, consumers' buying habits, and homeowners' feelings of security in their own...

Trouble-shooting DHW systems, part 3. (Eatherton On Hydronics). (domestic hot water systems).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... IN LAST MONTH'S article (pg. 34), we began the art of trouble-shooting domestic hot water system complaints commonly aired by unhappy homeowners. Here is the concluding installment in this three-part article. "The water temperature starts...

Online bookstore for boilers. (Eatherton On Hydronics).(American Boiler Manufacturers Assn.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... ARLINGTON, VA. -- The American Boiler Manufacturers Association, in partnership with Techstreet, announced the opening of the ABMA Online Bookstore at www.abma.com. "The new online store offers important boiler industry information for the...

What are your chances of an IRS audit? (Blackman On Taxes).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... THE FEAR OF a call from an IRS audit agent matches the fear of flying or going to the dentist. So, what are your chances of getting hit with an IRS audit? Every year the IRS releases a report showing the "Percentage of returns audited."...

AGC, specialty contractors sign pact. (Blackman On Taxes).(Associated General Contractors)(of America)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... LAS VEGAS -- Associated General Contractors of America and the Associated Specialty Contractors signed a partnering agreement in March seeking to "identify, develop, and promote best practices and procedures that result in fair and equitable...

Jobsite safety: you are your brother's keeper. (McGreevy On Law).(Brief Article)(Column)
June 1, 2002... THERE MAY BE SOME place on this planet where every man and woman is still expected to look out for him or herself, with no one else to blame if something goes wrong, but it sure isn't within the borders of these United States. Whether you...

Run your jobs safely or make your firm sorry. (Craig On Project Management).(Brief Article)(Column)
June 1, 2002... RECENTLY AN old friend, who had come up through the project management ranks with me and started his own successful mechanical contracting business some years back, called to tell me to stop work on a side estimating job that I had been doing...

Four contractors win safety awards. (Craig On Project Management). (Colette and Ano, DiPietro Mechanical Industries, Mahoney Plumbing, Taylor Plumbing).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. -- Four members of the Lake and McHenry Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Contractors Association in suburban Chicago have won the association's Commitment to Safety Award for 2001. They are: Colette & Ano, Antioch, Ill.; DiPietro...

Flat panel monitors become affordable. (Feldmans On Computers).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... WHILE MOST computer-related items have shrunk over the years, screen size on computers has gotten larger. The traditional cathode ray monitors, in 15-in., 17-in. and larger sizes, often take up prime real estate on already crowded desks. Since...

Insurance now offered on Web. (Feldmans On Computers).(by InsuranceNoodle)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... CHICAGO -- InsuranceNoodle has achieved its goal of being licensed to sell small business insurance in every state in the continental United States. The Chicago-based e-broker also announced the signing of its 1,600th "NoodleNetwork" insurance...

The Power-Fin Line of Commercial Water Heaters and Boilers. (editor's choice).
June 1, 2002... THE POWER-FIN LINE OF COMMERCIAL WATER HEATERS AND BOILERS now offers new models with digital temperature control, expanded firing ranges that modulate from 50% to 100% and more flexible venting. The new models are offered in three Btuh sizes:...

The Power Vent 2. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE POWER VENT 2 high-efficiency induced draft gas water heater provides exceptional venting flexibility. It can be vented using 2" PVC pipe up to 38'; or up to 75' with 3" pipe. It may be vented horizontally or vertically. Other features...

The Easyfloor Electric Radiant System. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE EASYFLOOR ELECTRIC RADIANT SYSTEM is simple to install and can provide efficient, even heat. It does not require cement, gypsum or other poured materials to create sufficient thermal mass. The modular system can be used equally well in new...

The Pinnacle Gas-Fired Boiler. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE PINNACLE GAS-FIRED BOILER features a modulated firing rate that reacts to match the actual heating needs of a building. The control board and gas valve provide a precise and accurate burner output. It operates at 92% AFUE. It is offered in...

The Kinetic Water Ram. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE KINETIC WATER RAM generates a shock wave to open clogged pipes. The ram fires a compressed air charge into a clogged drain, and the wave bypasses vents and goes around bends to reach the stoppage with only a 2% loss in power. It has a...

The Goldstar. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE GOLDSTAR high-efficiency condensing water boiler is ideal for heating potable water for commercial and industrial applications. It provides up to 98% efficiency thanks to its all-copper fin tube coil. Controls are front-mounted with six...

Clean 'n Friendly Furnace Cement. (Products).
June 1, 2002... CLEAN 'N FRIENDLY FURNACE CEMENT goes on smoothly and evenly, adheres to most building materials and is easy to work with while achieving high heat performance. It contains no oils, no asbestos and no silicon dioxide. Hercules Chemical ...

The Series 731-G Suction Diffuser. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE SERIES 731-G SUCTION DIFFUSER is available in several groove-to-flange configurations, and several sizes ranging from 3" to 16". It is rated to 300 psi working pressure. Victaulic CIRCLE 108 ON INQUIRY CARD [ILLUSTRATION...

The Remediator Grease Treatment System. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE REMEDIATOR GREASE TREATMENT SYSTEM is designed to eradicate suspended fats, oils and grease at the source. The system uses environmentally safe live bacteria specially selected and bred to rapidly consume fats, grease, sugars, and other...

This Aluminum Water Heater Pan. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THIS ALUMINUM WATER HEATER PAN is available in 20", 22", 24", 26" and 30" diameters. It is made from durable .032 mm aluminum with a standard 2" high lip. The pre-drilled pan accommodates 1" and 1 1/2" PVC drain connections, which are supplied...

The Model 15-SI Tubing Cutter. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE MODEL 15-SI TUBING CUTTER cleanly cuts stainless steel. The cutting wheel is highly polished to reduce burrs on tubing, while the large knob gives the user more control over feedscrew torque. Ridge Tool CIRCLE 111 ON INQUIRY CARD...

The BTH-300 Model. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE BTH-300 MODEL of the Cyclone XHE commercial gas water heater line combines a 130-gal. tank with 300,000 Btu input and a 98% thermal efficiency rating. Multiple units can be manifolded together to serve high-demand applications in place of...

The Qickzone Manifold. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE QICKZONE MANIFOLD features fully modular supply and return outlets. It is designed to limit inventory by covering all manifold requirements. Its brass construction reduces contraction and expansion difficulties. Easy-to-connect...

The 3515-FC Hydrojetter. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE 3515-FC HYDROJETTER is a trailer-mounted unit equipped with "catwalk" fenders and a 350-gal. arch-style water tank. It features a 48-hp diesel engine and a pump capacity of 15 GPM at 3,600 PSI. The trailer has a 4" channel steel frame with...

The Magnum Series of Commercial Water Heaters. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE MAGNUM SERIES OF COMMERCIAL WATER HEATERS now feature Millivolt technology. The innovation enables the units to generate their own energy from the pilot and thermopile assembly to operate the flue damper, eliminating the need for an...

The Endura II Outdoor Drinking Fountains. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE ENDURA II OUTDOOR DRINKING FOUNTAINS are crafted from heavy gauge cold rolled steel. They feature a corrosion-resistant coating, vandal-resistant bubblers and front pushbuttons with self-closing valves. The latest models are...

Kynar PVDF Gauge Guards. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... KYNAR PVDF GAUGE GUARDS are for use in high-purity fluoroplastic piping systems. They protect ultra-pure liquids from contamination, and protect sensitive gauges from corrosion, clogging, instrument failure and the resulting downtime. An...

The Recon Digital Inspection System. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE RECON DIGITAL INSPECTION SYSTEM incorporates camera heads, rigid cable, light, remote control, monitor and computer into one portable unit--the system requires no setup. The cable is available in lengths of 100' and 150', and can withstand...

The Type 316 Float Switch. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE TYPE 316 FLOAT SWITCH consists of a Teflon-coated stainless steel ball enclosing a narrow angle mercury tube switch, and is sealed using an epoxy resin. The 14/3 SOOW wire is water and oil resistant. It is recommended for temperatures up to...

The Fuseal 25/50 Corrosive Waste Piping System. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE FUSEAL 25/50 CORROSIVE WASTE PIPING SYSTEM offers superior flame- and smoke-retardant capabilities, making it ideal for return air plenums (where fire and smoke can easily spread). The system is composed of a polyvinylidene fluoride resin,...

The Powerbox Generator. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE POWERBOX GENERATOR is a multi-purpose portable device that produces enough clean power to run a welder, compressor, power tools and even a laptop all at the same time. It is weather resistant and compact, only taking up a third of a truck...

This Electric Tankless Water Heater. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THIS ELECTRIC TANKLESS WATER HEATER is ideal for radiant applications. No recovery time is needed, and the 22 kW of heating power will cover approximately 10,000 sq. ft. It can also be used in potable hot water applications. Adtec Systems...

The 007 Self-Lubricating Circulator. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE 007 SELF-LUBRICATING CIRCULATOR features an integral inline flow check. The reduced pressure drop of the IFC increases flow performance by as much as 240% over standard in-line check valves. Both the IFC and the cartridge in the circulator...

This Anti-Siphon Toilet Fill Valve. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THIS ANTI-SIPHON TOILET FILL VALVE adjusts from 9" to 14" with a simple quarter turn, making it able to easily fit most tanks. It can be raised or lowered while installed in the tank, if ever in need of adjustment. It features quiet function,...

This 14.4-V Cordless Impact Wrench. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THIS 14.4-V CORDLESS IMPACT WRENCH can deliver up to 117 ft.-lb. of torque. It is lightweight, allowing the user to work longer with less fatigue. It is equipped with a heavy-duty die-cast aluminum gear housing for durability. It is compact,...

The aquasafe combination sprinkler. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE AQUASAFE COMBINATION SPRINKLER system uses a grid of tubing to feed both the sprinklers and the plumbing fixtures. A sprinkler head is attached to the stainless steel four-port fitting. A cold water manifold feeds 1/2" tubing directly to...

The isolator uni-flanged ball valve. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE ISOLATOR UNI-FLANGED BALL VALVE features a solid brass body and incorporates a flange connection on one end that fits most circulating pumps in use today. The other end has either threaded or sweat connections available in multiple sizes....

The EcoFirst pipe. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE ECOFIRST PIPE is a heavy-duty dual wall pipe that uses recycled polyethylene. It is ideal for non-pressure drainage applications that have a non-AASHTO requirement for environmental sensitivity., It is available in sizes from 12" to 30"...

All-brass showerheads. (Products).
June 1, 2002... ALL-BRASS SHOWERHEADS are now available in an assortment that includes 8", 6", 5 1/2" and 4" sizes featuring a stylish sunflower shape. They are offered in popular finishes, including nickel, chrome and brass. Rubber tips on the spray nozzles...

The Z-vent III special gas vent system. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE Z-VENT III SPECIAL GAS VENT SYSTEM is now available in 3", 4", 5" and 6" diameters. It is designed for condensing furnaces and boilers as well as high-efficiency furnaces, pool heaters, unit and water heaters. It features a snap connection...

The model 9015A 5" angle grinder. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE MODEL 9015A 5" ANGLE GRINDER now features the super joint system to help prevent kickback and gear damage caused by accidental wheel binding, and an electric break to quickly stop the grinding wheel. Labyrinth construction seals the motor...

The hydrocontrol panel. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE HYDROCONTROL PANEL is ideal for controlling a hydronic system. It operates between the hot water source (boiler, heat exchanger, etc.) and the distribution system. This factory-assembled panel organizes the pumps, fittings, valves, controls...

The series 150E low water cut-off/pump controller. (Products).
June 1, 2002... THE SERIES 150E LOW WATER CUT-OFF/PUMP CONTROLLER is for commercial and industrial hot water and steam boilers. It features adjustable 60-second burner-off delays, and provides continuous primary or secondary protection against low water...

A complete range of designer tower warmers. (Products).
June 1, 2002... A COMPLETE RANGE OF DESIGNER TOWER WARMERS is now available; either electric or hydronic powered, and in floor-standing or wall-mounted models. Finishes include chrome, nickel, regal brass and 22 ct. traditional gold plated. Myson ...

These hollow shaft nylon test plugs. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THESE HOLLOW SHAFT NYLON TEST PLUGS can be used for sealing tubes and pipes, leak testing swimming pool installations and myriad other applications. The full range now includes 11 sizes from 1/2" up to 6" with hollow shafts, and another five...

This heavy-duty screwdriver. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THIS HEAVY-DUTY SCREWDRIVER offers 80 in./lb. of maximum torque. It has an adjustable 2-position handle, variable trigger speed of 0-500 RPM, reversing capability and a quick release 1/4" hex chuck for positive bit retention. Other features...

Waterproofing repair tape. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... WATERPROOFING REPAIR TAPE provides permanent sealing and complete waterproofing. It is flexible and can withstand long exposure to UV light without degrading. It is resistant to flame spread, mold growth, humidity and extreme temperatures. It...

A line of large diameter plastic pipe and fittings. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... A LINE OF LARGE DIAMETER PLASTIC PIPE AND FITTINGS is now available in 12", 14", 16" and 18" diameters. The line is manufactured from polypropylene, making them suitable for above ground and below ground applications. Orion Fittings ...

This water heater tester. (Products).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THIS WATER HEATER TESTER makes checking water heater elements and thermostats more efficient. Designed for electric water heaters, it uses an LED to identify filament connections within elements. An alligator clip on the tester is attached to...

The charlotte pipe and foundry corporate brochure. (Literature Showcase).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE CHARLOTTE PIPE AND FOUNDRY CORPORATE BROCHURE features information on the company, the only manufacturer that offers a system of cast iron, PVC, CPVC, ABS and FlowGuard Gold pipe and fittings for residential and commercial plumbing systems...

The labor saver[TM] fixture supports. (Literature Showcase).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE LABOR SAVER[TM] FIXTURE SUPPORTS (figure numbers 0609 through 0925) have been designed to speed up the installation process by using a one-piece rigid frame, pre-assembled steel construction. This innovative support allows for installation...

The CADDY TPC tube and pipe clamp. (Literature Showcase).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THE CADDY TPC TUBE AND PIPE CLAMP from Erico provides quick positioning of pipe and tube. The TPC combined with CADDY's and TSGB brackets are perfect for jobs where many different pipe and tube sizes are used, and they permit the horizontal and...

This radiant systems and baseboard catalog. (Literature Showcase).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... THIS RADIANT SYSTEMS AND BASEBOARD CATALOG features descriptions and specifications for tubing (including AlumiPex[R] and Qual-Pex[R]), manifolds, manifold components, screw connectors/ fittings, press fittings, tools, accessories and controls....

Some practical advice for the class of 2002.(Editorial)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... I'VE ATTENDED THREE graduations in the last month--one college, one high school and one junior high. And, I've heard commencement speeches from a variety of speakers, including my son who returned to his junior high to speak four years after...