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Commercial Building Electrification Study Involves Fujitsu and Ventacity

Commercial Building Electrification Study Involves Fujitsu and Ventacity

February 25, 2021
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The study is centered on conducting demonstrations of building electrification using a new systems-based approach to commercial HVAC.
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WQA launches Business Operations Report 2

WQA Launches Business Operations Report

February 24, 2021
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The interactive benchmarking tool provides U.S.-based dealers a wealth of information.
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Rinnai Launches New Building Management System

Rinnai Launches New Building Management System

February 24, 2021
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The Rinnai BMS Gateway creates a unique solution for hot water management.
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Veteran Editor Bob Mader Joins PHCPPros

PHCP Industry Editor Robert Mader Passes Away

February 24, 2021
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Robert Mader covered the PHCP industries for almost 40 years.


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Ferguson Predicts Trade Pros will be On-Site Months After the Disaster

Ferguson Predicts Trade Pros will be On-Site Months After the Disaster

February 22, 2021
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The company outlines three steps that trades professionals can take to stay safe during disaster recovery efforts.
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Northern Natural Gas Chooses Asite to Engineering Project Initiative

Northern Natural Gas Again Chooses Asite to Support Engineering Project Initiative

February 22, 2021
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The Asite platform supports the maintenance of the largest natural gas pipeline in the United States.
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Masco Corp. Establishes Masco Ventures 2

Masco Corp. Establishes Masco Ventures

February 19, 2021
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Masco Ventures is a $50 million venture capital fund focused on startups that are strategically relevant to Masco’s industry-leading brands.
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WaterSense Releases Update to WaterSense Labeled Homes Program

WaterSense Releases Update to WaterSense Labeled Homes Program

February 18, 2021
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The updated program, which includes both a revised specification and certification system, continues to promote water efficiency in homes; however, it has made the WaterSense home certification process easier and more flexible for home builders.
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Taco Comfort Solutions Employee Arrested for Embezzlement

Taco Comfort Solutions Employee Arrested for Embezzlement

February 18, 2021
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After noticing inventory and financial anomalies, the company conducted an internal investigation and uncovered evidence of misappropriation of company assets from its Cranston manufacturing facility.
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ANSIA/WWA  C901  Update  Heightens Standards  For  HDPE Water  Service  Pipes

ANSI/AWWA C901 Update Heightens Standards for HDPE Water Service Pipes

February 18, 2021
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The 2020 revision to the AWWA C901 standard provides specifiers and end-users with the best grade of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe for water service pipes.


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Bristol Stickney

Bristol Stickney

Bristol Stickney has been designing, manufacturing, repairing and installing solar hydronic heating systems for more than 30 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and is a licensed Mechanical Contractor in New Mexico. He is the Chief Technical Officer for SolarLogic LLC in Santa Fe, N.M., where he is involved in development of solar heating control systems and design tools for solar heating professionals. Visit www.solarlogicllc.com for more information.

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Max Rohr

Max Rohr

Max Rohr is a graduate of the University of Utah and manager of REHAU Academy in Leesburg, Virginia. He has worked in installation, sales and marketing in the hydronics and solar industries since 1998 and writes this column in his personal capacity. The views expressed are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of the company he works for. He can be reached at max.rohr@mac.com and on Twitter @maxjrohr.

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Jay Egg

Jay Egg

Jay Egg is a consultant and designer of geothermal HVAC systems, in addition to being author of two books and several articles on the subject. He is the Founder of Egg Systems, and focuses on geothermal consulting, engineering, and contracting technologies. He can be reached at jayegg.geo@gmail.com.

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Steven Nudelman

Steven Nudelman

Steven Nudelman is a partner at the law firm of Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis LLP in Woodbridge and Roseland, New Jersey. He is a member of the firm’s Litigation Department and its Construction, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Alternative Energy & Sustainable Development Practice Groups. He may be reached at (732) 476-2428 or snudelman@greenbaumlaw.com.

 

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Timothy Allinson

Timothy Allinson

Timothy Allinson is chief plumbing engineer at ACCO Engineered Systems. He holds a BSME from Tufts University and an MBA from New York University. He is a professional engineer licensed in both mechanical and fire protection engineering in various states, and is a LEED accredited professional. Allinson is a past-president of ASPE, both the New York and Orange County chapters. He can be reached at lagunatictim@gmail.com.

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Ron George

Ron George

Ron George, CPD, is president of Plumb-Tech Design & Consulting Services LLC. Visit www.Plumb-TechLLC.com.

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Samuel S. Dannaway

Samuel S. Dannaway

Samuel S. Dannaway, P.E., FSFPE, is a licensed fire protection engineer and mechanical engineer with bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Maryland Department of Fire Protection Engineering. He is a past president and fellow of the Society of Fire Protection Engineers. He is vice president of Fire Protection Technology at Coffman Engineers Inc., a multidiscipline engineering firm with over 360 employees across eight offices. Sam can be reached at dannaway@coffman.com.

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John Gregory

John Gregory

John Gregory, is a reserved, laid-back, and open-minded senior plumbing designer with top-notch technical know-how. He specializes in plumbing and medical gas-related initiatives for facility systems upgrades and renovations for Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions. For more than 30 years in the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, Gregory has thrived with focus and discipline on projects. Specializing in healthcare, he’s worked on everything from hospital replacements to labs to outpatient facilities and everything in between. A certified medical gas inspector, he serves on the NFPA 99 Technical Committee on Piping Systems and on the Phoenix chapter committee of P.I.P.E. Gregory’s experience, knowledge and communication skills make him an asset to clients. He can be reached at John.Gregory@hendersonengineers.com.

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Cory Powers

Cory Powers

Cory Powers, CPD, is an associate vice president at HGA Architects and Engineers office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. HGA is a top-10 national health care design firm with additional practices in energy and infrastructure, corporate, arts and higher education. Cory has a B.S in Architectural Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He is a licensed master plumber and certified in plumbing design (CPD). He has been a member of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) since 2008, previously serving as president of the ASPE Wisconsin chapter. Powers is currently an engineering project manager working on complex projects across the country. He can be reached at cpowers@hga.com
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Calina Ferraro

Calina Ferraro

Calina Ferraro, P.E., CxA, CPD, LEED AP, is a mechanical associate principal at Randall Lamb, a consulting engineering firm specializing in for mechanical and electrical systems. She plays a key leadership role spearheading the company’s sustainable design group, managing projects and leading design teams. Ferraro’s project experience includes commercial, science and technology, health care and institutional market sectors. She is an active member in a number of industry groups including the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE), currently serving on the Women of ASPE committee; ASHRAE; and the USGBC. She can be reached at CFerraro@RandallLamb.com.

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Melissa G. Bowers PE, CPD

Melissa G. Bowers, PE, CPD is a registered mechanical engineer and plumbing project manager for the Chandler Arizona offices of DG Koch Associates LLC. (www.dgkoch.com). She attended the University of Portland (Oregon) and graduated in May 2004 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Management. Bowers has been heavily involved in the Phoenix Chapter of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers since March 2008 and has held various chapter offices, including that of a past president and currently as historian and AYP liaison. Melissa serves as a vice president on the Research Foundation of ASPE, and also serves as a member of the ASPE Society Nominating Committee. She can be reached directly at melissab@dgkoch.com, or at 702-221-5160.

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Sean Allard

CPD, LEED GA McGuire Engineers, Chicago
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Pete Prydybasz

Pete Prydybasz

Pete Prydybasz has worked in the HVAC trade for 37 years and in the geothermal trades for 35 years. He is a member of ASHRAE and is on the marketing board for IGSHPA. He is a principle at PsP Consulting – Training and Designs for Geothermal, and is a manufacturer’s representative in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware for BJ Terroni.
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Lindy Gibbons

Lindy Gibbons

Lindy Gibbons, CPD is an Associate Principal and Plumbing/Fire Protection Department Lead for Meyers+ Engineers in San Francisco. After working in New York City and San Francisco for more than 13 years, she has gained experience in almost every market sector, including educational, government, residential and commercial, and in a multitude of geographic locations both in the U.S. and internationally. On the design side, Gibbon's focus is on high-rise mixed use buildings with integrated sustainable solutions. As department head, she is responsible for technical standards, staff training, and quality control. Some of her projects include Rutgers Livingston Business School, Thurgood Marshall U.S. Courthouse, 181 Fremont, and City Center Bishop Ranch. Gibbons graduated with a Bachelor’s in Engineering from Stevens Institute of Technology. She also serves as the ASPE Vice President Technical for the SF Chapter.

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Charles W. Hammock Jr.

Charles W. Hammock Jr.

Charles W. Hammock Jr., P.E., LEED AP BD+C, CGD Principal at Andrews, Hammock and Powell, Inc. has 35 years of experience in the engineering of HVAC systems for governmental, industrial, commercial and institutional clients at facilities throughout the U.S. and internationally. For more information, visit www.ahpengr.com.

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Vincent Vinny Falkowski

Vincent (Vinny) Falkowski, PE, PMP, CCM, is ASPE’s 2016–2018 vice president, Membership. You can reach him at aspevpm@gmail.com.

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David Desjardins

David Desjardins is a manager of strategic initiatives at Viega. Desjardins joined Viega in 2007 as a Product Trainer and served as Design Services Manager and Product Manager prior to accepting his current position. Prior to joining Viega, Desjardins worked as Senior Design Coordinator at REHAU, Squadron Logistics Officer, Support Operations Officer, Shop Officer and Platoon Leader in the U.S. Army. He earned his bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Norwich University and his MBA from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Desjardins is a licensed Professional Engineer and a member of ASHRAE, ASPE, ACCA, RPA and IGSP. He is currently the Vice Chair of ASHRAE Technical Committee 6.5 Radiant Heating and Cooling.
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Carol Johnson

Carol Johnson

Carol Johnson is a project manager for Edmonds Engineering EEI. She has been in design and project management for 28 years. She is responsible for designing as well as educating and developing standards for EEI. She specializes in Fire and Plumbing for hospitals and commercial projects. She is the current ASPE VP Legislative and sits on multiple committees. She has been recognized as a leader in the plumbing industry and holds multiple credentials LEED AP, CFI, CPD. Reach out at CJohnson@Edmondsengineering.com.

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Pete DeMarco

Pete DeMarco

Pete DeMarco is the executive vice president of Advocacy and Research for the IAPMO Group. His responsibilities include oversight of IAPMO’s government relations department, water efficiency and green building initiatives, standards development activities, domestic and international plumbing programs, industry outreach programs and development of research projects relating to water efficiency. DeMarco is the founder of the Plumbing Efficiency Research Coalition (PERC), an organization dedicated to conducting research pertaining to plumbing systems in consideration of the emerging trends towards lower water consuming plumbing fixtures and appliances. He is the lead facilitator for the American National Standards Institute’s Energy Efficiency Standardization Coordination Collaborative. Notably, DeMarco also co-chaired the Steering Committee for Water Efficient Products, which helped to foster the development of the U.S. EPA WaterSense program. He currently serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE) and previously served on the Board of Directors and on the Executive Committee for the Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI). You can reach him at pete.demarco@iapmo.org.

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Ralph Kittler

Ralph Kittler

Ralph Kittler, P.E., is vice president of sales at Dehumidified Air Solutions (DAS), Montreal, Quebec. Kittler is the co-founder and former vice president of sales/marketing at Seresco Technologies, an Ottawa-based mechanical dehumidifier manufacturer brand of DAS. Kittler, is an ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer and the reviser responsible for Chapter 25 (“Mechanical Dehumidifiers and Related Equipment”) for ASHRAE’s 2012 Systems and Equipment Handbook. Kittler recently created a video that qualifies as a Professional Design Hour (PDH) continuing education credit for HVAC engineers and contractors. The video is based on a publication he authored, Natatorium Design Manual. Both the video and the manual are free and available for download at www.serescotechnologies.com. Kittler can be reached at ralphkittler@dehumidifiedairsolutions.com.
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Sean Cleary

Sean Cleary is a licensed master plumber from Scranton Pennsylvania. Over the course of his 40-year career he has worked in all phases of the cross-connection, plumbing, and mechanical industries. He is a graduate of the United Association Instructor Training Program. Cleary is a past president of the American Society of Sanitary Engineering. He also served as the Chairman of the ASSE Cross-Connection Control Technical Committee for more than 10 years. Cleary is employed by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) as the vice president of Operations for the IAPMO Backflow Institute. The Institute is the industry leader in cross-connection control training with the U.S. and on an international basis. Cleary is also the Technical Editor for the Backflow Prevention Journal Magazine. He is also the co-author of the IAPMO Backflow Reference Manual and has written articles for a number of plumbing and mechanical publications. Cleary has given presentations on water and cross-connection issues for IAPMO, ASSE, ASPE, NEHA, IA, and a number of state plumbing inspector organizations.
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Shahin Moinian

Shahin Moinian, P.E. is the president of ICC Evaluation Service, a nonprofit, limited liability company that does technical evaluations of building products, components, methods and materials. ICC-ES is a member of the ICC Family of Companies.

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David Nickelson

David Nickelson

David Nickelson is a technical team leader in the building solutions division at REHAU’s North American headquarters in Leesburg, Virginia. Nickelson joined REHAU in 2006 as an applications engineer. His current responsibilities include product development, codes and certifications, industry standardization work and PEX production support. Prior to REHAU, Nickelson worked as a product development engineer for a manufacturer of residential fire sprinkler systems. He received a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Pensacola Christian College in 2000. Nickelson was selected by his peers for the 2017 member of the year award in the Plastics Pipe Institute’s Building and Construction Division.
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Justin Brandt

Justin Brandt, Ph.D., is a project engineer and technical leader at Victaulic with 12 years of industrial project experience. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Plastics Engineering from Penn State University and continued his education at The University of Southern Mississippi where he received his Doctorate in Polymer Science and Engineering.
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Greg Cunniff

Greg Cunniff, P.E., is an application engineering manager for Cranston, Rhode Island-based Taco, Inc.
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Haig Demergian

Haig Demergian has more than 45 years of comprehensive experience in plumbing, HVAC and fire protection engineering, including governmental, institutional, industrial and private projects. For 10 years he was an instructor at UCLA Extension, teaching plumbing design. Demergian is the chairperson of the Education Committee of LA Chapter.
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Mitch Clemente

Mitch Clemente, CPD, FASPE, 2016–2018 ASPE President
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The Future Seems Bright

The Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) brought together the nation's top apprentices for this year's Plumbing and HVAC Apprentice Contest. Taking place at PHCC CONNECT 2017, future plumbers and HVAC technicians had three days to show off their skills in front of attendees.
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Women in HVACR

The 14th annual Women in HVACR Conference went big in Fort Worth, Texas. For the first time ever, the conference was a stand-alone event that drew participants from all over the country.
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Barbara C. Higgens

Barbara C. Higgens joined Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) as the chief executive officer/executive director in April 1998 and set forth to change the association’s 75-year-old image — all from her kitchen table. After 19 years, she transformed the association one day, one heart at a time.

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