Geothermal HVAC Geothermal Longevity Historic church gets another upgrade after 60 years. February 8, 2017 Jay Egg As a retired mechanical contractor turned to consulting, I find myself reflecting on sweet memories and great finds. One of...Read More
Geothermal HVAC Open Loop and SCW Now at IGSHPA 2017 Geothermal systems provide some real answers to problems. January 12, 2017 Jay Egg Building owners and property management professionals are picking up on a growing list of benefits to buildings with geothermal heating...Read More
Contractor Stories Wood Boiler Meets Modern Hydronics Hybrid system installation gone right. January 12, 2017 Harvey Ramer As I sit here on this cold December day, I am reminded of why hydronics remain the premier heating system...Read More
Designing Batch Process Utility Piping A step-by-step development of design on a complex project. January 9, 2017 When I tell folks I am a plumbing engineer, they give me that quizzical look that suggests they heard the...Read More
Contractor Stories Banging Pipes A thorough investigation into one homeowner’s pesky system. December 13, 2016 Harvey Ramer When I hear the words “banging pipes,” my mind immediately goes to those old steam systems that have been around...Read More
Pipe System Upgrade Aquatherm pipes bring water protection to Fort Huachuca via a modernized piping system for chilled and hot water. October 12, 2016 In the late 1800s, the soldiers of Fort Huachuca were in hot pursuit of Geronimo and defending settlers from Apache...Read More
Plumbing & Heating Plumbing Magic? What should have been a straightforward job left this plumber puzzled. October 12, 2016 Sean McCormack It was a sunshine-filled Saturday morning. My son Mason, myself and my wife Azure, were just finishing up our pancake...Read More
Plumbing & Heating A Must-Have App Who wouldn't want to know the problem before getting to the jjobsite? September 8, 2016 Sean McCormack It was a sun-filled Saturday morning in early May, when a call came in to my cell phone via text...Read More
FPE Corner Firestopping, Part I February 4, 2016 Samuel S. Dannaway What is that red, silly putty all over those pipes and penetrating the wall? If it is red, is it...Read More
From the Field Hydronic Retrofit November 11, 2015 Dan Foley Several years ago, I received a phone call from my friend and mentor, Dan Holohan. His daughter Erin, and her...Read More