This is Stephen Minnich’s last column for PHC News. In it, he talks about his love of hydronics, hockey and writing this column. Steve also talks about why he’s hanging up his tools and laptop.

A Professional Engineer license is available for many building design disciplines except plumbing engineers. A working group of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers hopes to change that in the next year or two. When the plumbing depth option is finally available, it will mark one of the biggest developments the industry has seen in decades.

Water quality is a continual challenge, even in the United States. Read on as LiquiTech CEO Tory Schira describes the threats to buildings’ water supplies — and a multibarrier approach to eliminate such threats.

Many restaurants are looking to save money wherever they can; this includes installing energy-efficient water heating equipment. Read on to see Henderson Engineers’ process in determining the right design to satisfy the client. 

The plumbing and heating industry has several standards covering water temperature in water distribution systems and plumbing fixtures to prevent scalding and Legionella bacterial growth. Read on for an explanation of three new standards focusing on water heaters.

Prefab homes have come a long way in the past century. 

The new product line completes comprehensive HVAC lineup with solutions for 95% of applications.

The manufacturer will showcase its new Infiniti tankless and AeroTherm heat pump water heater products at the October conference as CEO Bruce Carnevale shares industry insights.

In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Ian on Florida, and the potential for more damage to other southeastern states, PHCC has activated its Disaster Relief Fund.