These valves have different functions in a hot water system; make sure you understand how they work so you can select the appropriate valve for your client’s application.

Americans continue to have elevated expectations for washroom cleanliness and maintenance. Touchless fixtures are a must as people; all-in-one handwashing systems fulfill that requirement and reduce maintenance.

Natural gas-fired and electric boilers and water heaters have specific space and venting requirements to keep building occupants safe. Architects and engineers need to discuss these issues during the design phase to ensure aesthetics and safety issue are all considered.

Plumbing in office buildings — typically mixed use — is designed differently than in health-care facilities, senior-living communities or multifamily buildings. Automation and digital monitoring through a building management system can aid an overwhelmed facilities staff in keeping water safe.

Instrument air and service compressed air — compressed air systems found in health-care facilities — are often an afterthought as they are not considered life safety systems. Yet they are critical in operating rooms and sterile processing areas.

Imagine waking up to a snowy morning, knowing you won’t have to shovel the sidewalk or driveway. While snowmelt systems are a winter perk, the best time to sell them is in the warmer months. Read on for some tips on selling and installing these systems.

Many K-12 schools rely on gas-powered equipment for their energy needs. As children spend eight or more hours within these spaces, it is crucial to prevent carbon monoxide gas accumulation. 

The International Plumbing Code and Uniform Plumbing Code are vague when it comes to emergency flushing and disinfection procedures for building water systems.

Three steps can help you properly represent a domestic hot water plan to architects and contractors: remember the value the design elements bring, visualize the DHW design and focus on significant design elements. Read on to learn how these steps transform engineers into effective project managers.