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"Chapter 17 of the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) focuses on a new generation of district energy systems, where energy flows easily between and among buildings. These systems operate without significant concerns about thermal losses, insulation, pressure or the high costs of central plants that provide only heating or cooling. In this model, each connected building can independently choose its HVAC and water heating systems, as they are linked to water at ground temperature. This approach avoids the need for expensive central plants or the installation of ground heat exchangers, even when such systems are applicable." Learn more about Thermal Energy Networks from International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials' Rick Bostian. #geothermal #thermalenergynetwork #hydronicsystems #sustainability https://lnkd.in/gqPWs7q9

ICYMI INDUSTRY RECAP! Lately in the #PlumbingIndustry: 🔧: Harts Plumbers, Electricians, & HVAC Technicians gives back to the community throughout 2024; 🔧: Rinnai America Corporation joins forces with Homes For Our Troops to aid injured veterans; and 🔧: Sloan's water-saving fixtures help Intuit Dome achieve sustainability goals. Get the latest in #PlumbingNews over at #PM https://lnkd.in/gEZ7SaEb

Our very own David Dexter recently returned from a land tour of Scotland and Ireland with his wife, which gave him the opportunity to engage in some plumbing engineering, much to his wife’s dismay! Learn more about his observations in his latest column! #plumbing #engineers #plumbingsystems https://lnkd.in/gc8QtYSa

Welcome to another "Featured Products Friday," where we highlight new products in the PHCP-PVF industry. This week, check out: 🔧: Daikin Applied Americasd air-cooled scroll chiller; 🔧: Chicago Faucets touchless faucets; and 🔧: General Pipe Cleaners Super-Vee. See the latest #newproducts at https://lnkd.in/gz5jTben

Follow the PIM Method (Preparation — Installation — Maintenance) for a perfect radiant installation, every time! Learn more about it from Viega LLC's Fae Champagne-Walls here: https://lnkd.in/gYGhUk3Z #plumbers #radiant #hydronics #installation #bestpractices

NIBCO INC. has announced its partnership for Season five of American Plumber Stories, a docuseries that serves to inspire, educate and entertain both current and future members of the plumbing industry. #plumbing #workforcedevelopment

Learn about this real-world oil-fired cast iron boiler system and how it became an expensive lesson in hydronic fundamentals in John Siegenthaler's latest column. #plumbing #hydronics #engineers

Today’s buildings have been constructed with a multitude of advancements that increase energy and water efficiency and improve the overall user experience. Despite this, the approach to pipe sizing has remained largely the same. It’s a global issue that requires a global solution. Learn more about the need for modern pipe sizing methods from the International Code Council's Tom Roberts in this month's Codes Corner column. #plumbing #pipesizing #plumbingsystems

"The customer hierarchy is based on relationships. Business is built on relationships and strong relationships are superior to weak ones. There are actions any plumbing company can take to move up in the hierarchy and become immune to the efforts of deep-pocket private equity-backed plumbing companies." Learn more in Matt Michel's latest column. #plumbing #HVAC #contractors #businessmanagement #relationships #customerservice

Last week, IPEX by Aliaxis celebrated the grand opening of its latest distribution center (DC) in Jacksonville, Florida. Watch our very own Jim McLaughlin interview Travis Lutes, president and COO of IPEX. Learn more about the new DC here: https://lnkd.in/gZrNDxRi #plumbing #manufacturers #distributioncenter #supplychain