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May 2023

Volume: 23
Edition: 5

2023 Boiler Report: The boiler industry places a strong emphasis on efficiency and innovation — even in the midst of uncertainty.

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2023 Boiler Report: Keeping the Industry Running Hot

The boiler industry places a strong emphasis on efficiency and innovation — even in the midst of uncertainty.
April 24, 2023
Linda Noir

PHCPPros conducted interviews with representatives from leading boiler manufacturers to gauge the pulse of the industry, including the main topics around driving forces behind innovation and strategies for overcoming current obstacles. The resounding takeaway from these discussions is that the industry is in a state of motion, with forward momentum and a commitment to progress.


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Heat Pumps Serve Renovated Trade School

A cloud-like drop ceiling greatly benefited from the flexibility of a VRF system.
May 1, 2023

VRF technology is growing across all segments of the HVAC market, but especially in educational applications.


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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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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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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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Data-Driven Safer Water

The same level of technologies and controls currently in place in our building’s HVAC systems must be applied to plumbing systems as well.
February 3, 2023
Digitizing information from domestic water systems gives building owners and facility managers immediate awareness of system performance. Data availability helps them operate a successful water management plan, protect building occupants and save money.


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Plumbing Retrofit Upgrade May Not Be as Simple as You Think

Systematically dealing with challenges allows the designer to identify the impacts and provide an efficient, sustainable and cost-effective solution.
February 3, 2023
Building retrofits may require a full or partial redesign of the existing space. Engineers and designers retrofitting a plumbing system must be aware of the many challenges ahead with documentation accuracy, code compliance and correct system sizing.


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Customer Service Never Goes Out of Style

In a world where customers have every opportunity to avoid interacting with people, they still choose to pick up the phone.
April 30, 2023

Looking at 2023, customer service is going to continue to be vital, if you own a home service company.


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Jobsite Visits: How to Prepare and What to Look For

This practice is an essential part of delivering a quality project that meets your client’s goals — and can be a valuable learning experience.
January 6, 2023

Spending time at construction sites is essential to delivering a quality project to your clients. This attention to detail often strengthens your relationship with them, makes you a better engineer and helps win repeat work from them.


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On-Premises Nitrogen Generation to Address CO2 Supply Concerns for Breweries

As these gases serve similar purposes in brewery processes, replacing one with the other is viable where a specific gas may not be required. Read on to learn about technologies that can aid in this endeavor.
February 3, 2023

With a nationwide shortage of carbon dioxide, breweries are looking at nitrogen substitution for some brewing processes. 


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Case Study

Next-Level Sustainability

Engineering firm uses tankless water heating to help developer achieve eco-friendly objectives.
May 1, 2023

When a developer locked in the service providers to design and build Via Sol, a new 217-unit sustainable apartment community in the Minneapolis suburb of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, he took collaboration to a new level.


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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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Alternative Energy

Inverter-Driven Microgrids

Are they a breakthrough for rural energy customers?
May 1, 2023
Max Rohr

An alternative energy solution is needed for rural communities where fossil-fuel plants are not practical. A renewable energy microgrid could solve that problem while reducing carbon emissions. Read on to discover how Hot Springs, N.C., is using this energy technology.


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Contractor Profit Advantage

Are Trade Associations Good or Bad?

Those that focus on bettering the industry for all involved —and follow through — can help newbies and experienced members.
May 1, 2023
Richard DiToma

Networking and training are the best reasons for joining an industry group. They also keep members abreast of legislation and regulations that can positively or negatively affect them. Keep an open mind and see how an industry association can help your business.


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Contractor Stories

Don’t Forget the Pool Heater

Pool heaters are classified as boilers or water heaters and require the same skillset as gas-fired heating systems.
April 30, 2023
Tom Soukup

Pool heaters require the same installation and service skillsets as boilers and water heaters; plumbing contractors can add this new resource with few extra outlays. Read on for some tips to cross-market these services to existing customers.    


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The Future Is Now

Clean Energy for Our Climate Emergency

MEP designers are combining heat pumps with other environment-friendly technologies to help make buildings more resilient.
May 1, 2023
BF Nagy

Builders in New York City are taking the lessons from Hurricane Sandy to construct more resilient buildings, including the Beach Green Dunes II project in Queens. NYC also is taking a hard line on building retrofits to ensure low emissions, making heat pumps more appealing.


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