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Engineering Project Manager’s Guide to DHW Distribution Systems

Project documents can be challenging to navigate, so it is essential to simplify the design to the core elements that can be easily referenced.
May 26, 2023

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. 


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The 7-Power Contractor

Can I Expect Techs to Sell A Lot Ethically?

Plan to invest the time, energy and money required in training your technicians to become great servant communicators.
May 1, 2023
Al Levi

A hands-on training center teaches technicians how to troubleshoot and repair your company’s preferred plumbing and heating brands. Such training will make them comfortable recommending equipment and services for customers and customizing a plan for them.


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Contractor Culture

Enhance Traditional Training with Digital Learning Platforms

Today’s employers need quick, effective solutions that boost conventional instruction to quickly prepare new employees for the field.
May 1, 2023

Today’s skilled trades employers need quick, effective solutions that boost conventional instruction to quickly prepare new employees for the field.


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How to Diagnose a Commercial Pump ‘Problem’

While the pump can be the trouble, it’s far more likely that there’s an issue with another component in the system.
May 1, 2023

While the commercial pump can be the problem, it’s far more likely that there’s an issue with another component in the system.


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Enhancing Boiler Efficiency with Customer Service

PHC professionals can help customers maximize the efficiency of new and existing boilers through a combination of maintenance, education and information sharing.
May 1, 2023

PHC professionals can help customers maximize the efficiency of new and existing gas boilers through a combination of maintenance, education and information-sharing.


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Temperature Does Make a Difference

Strategies and designs to control the water temperature in an underfloor heating system are keys to comfort and efficiency.
May 1, 2023

Strategies and designs to control the water temperature in an underfloor heating system are keys to comfort and efficiency.


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Inventory Management

Acquisitions are Tough, But Integrations Don’t Need to Be

The most successful integrations are facilitated by a tech-savvy project manager that keeps departments on task and sticks to pre-established timelines.
May 1, 2023
Jason Bader

The distribution world is on fire with mergers and acquisitions. It seems everyone is either looking to buy or sell a privately held wholesale distributorship. 


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Legal Pipeline

Implied vs. Express Contracts: Limited Recovery Based on Contract Terms

It is critical that you follow an express contract’s terms carefully so that you give notice in the time and manner required.
May 1, 2023
Steven Nudelman

If you have an express contract with a construction firm, make sure you follow the terms carefully in order to get paid. Read on to see the differences between express contracts and implied contracts.


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FPE Corner

The Sprinkler Identification Number: A Quick History

After 20 years, this simple system is serving us well: permitting fire protection professionals to properly identify and install fire sprinklers.
May 1, 2023

More than two decades ago, NFPA 13 required alpha-numeric markings on all fire sprinklers. Read on to learn the history of these markings, called sprinkler identification numbers, and how they are used today.  


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Code Classroom

Improper Disinfection of Premise Plumbing Systems Can Damage Piping, Part 1

Toxic and corrosive chlorine levels are used to decontaminate water piping in buildings; the industry has no standard specifically for dealing with this subject.
May 1, 2023
Ron George

The International Plumbing Code and the Uniform Plumbing Code contain sections addressing flushing and chlorine disinfection of potable water distribution systems. However, no industry standards tell plumbing professionals how to do it.


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