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Research water quality, maintenance and energy efficiency issues to design the best system for your clients.
August 27, 2018
With tankless water heating systems gaining popularity in commercial applications, it’s time to look at the pros and cons of tank vs. tankless to give your clients the best design.
A beginner’s guide to greywater systems standards.
August 24, 2018
Cities and states continue to decide what standard — Article 12C, Title 22 and NSF 350 — will work best for its residents. Regardless of the successes that these standards have thus far enjoyed, the goal should still be to create a single, standardized platform through which industry (and the public) can better understand the requirements imposed on them, as well as the potential risks of any onsite wastewater reuse system.
Take these steps to protect your clients from the destructive effects of leaking water.
August 23, 2018
While plumbing leaks are a simple fact of life, the damage caused by them is almost completely preventable. Take these steps to protect your clients from the destructive effects of leaking water.
Health care facilities should have a regimen of testing water systems and use supplemental disinfection to control the Legionella bacteria.
August 22, 2018
We have learned much about controlling the growth and spread of Legionella bacteria in water systems. Health-care facilities are especially vulnerable. ASHRAE-compliant water management programs can reduce the risk for Legionella and other pathogens in their water systems.
A properly balanced recirculation system offers health and safety benefits.
August 22, 2018
To achieve comfort and efficiency in a hot water distribution system, many plumbing engineers are incorporating hot water recirculation systems into their designs. But to reap the benefits of such a system, balancing valves must be incorporated into design considerations.