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Plumbing Engineer

September 2021

Volume: 49

Edition: 9

In this month’s issue, we highlight the efforts of a few engineering design firms who aim to do just that. McKinstry’s Jonathan Franzese delves into greywater harvesting and the design of greywater systems in commercial buildings to reduce the demand on potable water systems.

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Plumbing Manufacturers Share Construction Industry's Growth, Challenges

A post-pandemic wave of home renovations and new building motivate builders and manufacturers to get creative with hiring, supply chain issues.

September 3, 2021

As the pandemic drove everyone into their homes last year, the United States saw a burst of economic growth fueled by substantial remodeling and building efforts.

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LEED-Led Plumbing Engineering in a COVID-19 World

The pandemic led Dallas County officials and the MEP design team to rethink some of the facility infrastructure requirements.

September 3, 2021

In 2018, Dallas County (Texas) leadership implemented a forward-thinking capital improvement program to replace an aging inventory of facilities.

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Updating Hunter’s Curve: The WDC Summit

In this virtual effort, we can make history together for our industry.

September 3, 2021

Christoph Lohr, PE

Plumbing engineers and designers have been talking about it for what seems like forever.

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Greywater Reclamation in Commercial Office Buildings

One way to reduce the collective demand on potable water systems is to use water reclamation systems.

September 3, 2021

Access to clean water is critical to the health and wellbeing of our society globally. In the United States, potable water comes from two main sources: municipal water supplies and wells.

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A Conversation with ASPE’s Billy Smith

The organization weathered the pandemic storm with new members even as it prepared to host a big in-person event this month.

September 3, 2021

Amalia Deligiannis

Plumbing Engineer recently spoke with Billy Smith, FASPE, executive director and CEO of ASPE, who gave an update on the organization and what to expect at this year’s symposium as well as the biennial convention in 2022.

Legal Pipeline

Design-Assist: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

The form of the design-assist contract is critical so that the responsibilities of each team member are spelled out in clear language.

September 3, 2021

Steven Nudelman

It is an age-old dilemma in the construction industry: How do you construct a project properly, on time and under budget?

Young Professionals + Integrated Design

Before the Meter

A conversation with Emily Simonson, director of strategic initiatives at the US Water Alliance.

September 3, 2021

In 1993, I was at my aunt’s house in Milwaukee. It was a pretty normal day except I remember noticing my aunt and mom boiling gallons and gallons of water for drinking because the water was making people sick.

Collaborative Health Care Design

The MRI Room

Some facilities are performing medical procedures with magnetic resonance imaging equipment, which affects the medical gas systems.

September 3, 2021

For a long time now, medical professionals were straightforward in what they could provide to patients via an MRI.

FPE Corner

UL’s Testing Service for Sprinklers Sampled from Existing Facilities

NFPA 25 requires replacement or representative sample testing of sprinklers based upon length of service.

September 3, 2021

UL examined and tested sprinklers sampled from field installations in accordance with the recommendations and requirements of applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards for several decades.Ï

The Future is Now

A Busy, Messy, Changing Construction Sector

A tremendous economic opportunity exists for regions that can figure out how to capitalize on our fight against climate change.

September 3, 2021

Usually, I’m suggesting to readers that they need to change. Now it seems I have to change.

Code Classroom

2018 to 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code Changes, Part 6

A continued summary of significant revisions of the Uniform Plumbing Code to be published in the 2021 edition.

September 3, 2021

This is a continuation of a summary of the significant code changes to the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) which is developed and promoted by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials.

General Pipe Cleaners Cold-Shot Freezing Kit

General Pipe Cleaners Cold-Shot Freezing Kit

July 9, 2021

The kit lets users repair an operating water system without draining lines, sprinkler arrays, or hot water systems, before cutting pipe or tubing.

Tyco RM-2 Riser Manifold w

Tyco RM-2 Riser Manifold

June 22, 2021

The all-inclusive, fully-assembled unit saves fire protection contractors time and labor.

Rinnai Hydronic Air Handler System

Rinnai Hydronic Air Handler System

July 21, 2021

The air handler is customizable to fit specific installation needs for maximum efficiency and comfort.

ASC Engineered Solutions Threaded Fitting Autodesk Revit Families

ASC Engineered Solutions Threaded Fitting Autodesk Revit Families

July 19, 2021

Oatey Hercules PT-BIO1

Oatey Hercules PT-BIO1

April 20, 2021

Hercules PT-BIO1 is an ideal maintenance solution to keep drains clean without acids, caustics or harsh chemicals.

Lochinvar Reverse Indirect Water Heater

Lochinvar Reverse Indirect Water Heater

July 13, 2021

The unit is currently available in a 125-gallon capacity for a variety of applications, both residential and commercial.

Franklin Electric Little Giant VCCA Condensate Pump

Franklin Electric Little Giant VCCA Condensate Pump

July 2, 2021

The pumps are designed for use in the automatic collection and removal of condensate from air conditioning, refrigeration and dehumidification equipment when gravity drainage is not possible or practical.

CIRCOR RTK Discharge and Pump Protection Control Valve

CIRCOR RTK Discharge and Pump Protection Control Valve

July 18, 2021

This unique valve provides the ideal solution for all industrial processes that incorporate pumps.

AGF Lockable Pressure Relief Valve

AGF Lockable Pressure Relief Valves

August 5, 2021

The Model 7000L and Model 7200L can be temporarily locked closed to allow for hydrostatic testing without removing the pressure relief valve from the system.

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