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‘Wetheads’ Return to Attend Wetstock 2019

Event continues tradition of open conversation among hydronics and radiant contractors.

December 5, 2019

PHC News made its way to the Big Apple last August to attend the rebirth of Wetstock. The sold-out industry event intended to gather contractors for casual and authentic networking came back with a bang after a break.

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No More Jerry Lee Lewis in the Boiler Room

Car wash owner goes for the ‘Deluxe’ upgrade.

December 5, 2019

Rachel Ruhl

Last December the Carriage House underwent a major (and much needed) mechanical system upgrade. In car wash lingo, owner Kevin Brown chose the “Deluxe.”

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Seminar Attendees, We Salute You

Training increases your skill level, making you more valuable as an employee — as well as helping raise standards in the industry.

December 5, 2019

Bob "Hot Rod" Rohr

If you are an active, in-demand tradesperson, attending seminars can be a challenge. I understand, from being there myself, how your workload often plans for you, not vice versa.

Contractor Stories

Are You the Curious Sort?

Sometimes you need to perform a ‘part autopsy’ to get at the heart of a problem and come up with the right solution.

December 5, 2019

Stephen Minnich

I am and always have been curious, especially when it comes to heating parts and equipment.

Uponor North America Wins International Trade Award for Foreign Direct Investment

November 8, 2019

The prestigious award recognizes companies that have shown exceptional progress and success in exports to foreign markets, as well as foreign-owned companies, like UNA, that have made significant economic contributions through their investments in Minnesota.

Aquatherm Promotes Michael LeBlanc to VP of Operations, Announces New Regional Sales Managers

November 7, 2019

The company has also appointed Fred Esleck and Dave Moore to regional sales managers positions.

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The Advantages of Pressing Pipe

This pipe-joining technique is safe and reliable, and saves time and money.

November 6, 2019

Joining pipe has long been one of the most labor-intensive parts of many jobs.

Contractor Stories

Radiant Floor Design Tips

What you need to know to design and install a successful radiant floor heat project.

November 4, 2019

Stephen Minnich

When it comes to radiant floor design, there’s a lot to know. There’s no way I can cover a complete radiant design in this column or this entire magazine for that matter.

IAPMO Solicits Public Comments for 2021 USHGC, USPSHTC

October 10, 2019

Each comment must include one recommendation of the following: accept as submitted, accept as modified, or reject.

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Prefabricated Hydronic Panels: The Key to Higher Quality and Profit

While no means a new concept, radiant pioneer John Abularrage believes that prefab is underutilized and offers a number of important benefits.

October 9, 2019

Steve Smith

The staff of Advanced Radiant Design, Stone Ridge, New York, has worked diligently through the years to bring near-perfection to the craft of hydronic panel prefabrication.