ir Navien announces NFB-C commercial fire-tube boiler By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 The NFB-C is available in two sizes: NFB-301C (301 MBH) and NFB-399C (399 MBH). Full Article
ir John Siegenthaler: Variable speed circulators for boiler protection By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 All boilers that burn hydrocarbon fuels such as natural gas, propane, oil or wood produce water vapor as a byproduct of combustion. Full Article
ir John Siegenthaler: Air-to-water heat pumps offer more than ductless By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Government planners, taking their queues from politicians and advocacy organizations, have steered the future of energy supply away from fossil fuels and toward renewably-sourced electricity. It’s happening on every level from the feds right down to local city councils. Full Article
ir Creating a complete system to provide space heating, cooling, DHW and fresh air ventilation By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The overall objective was to create a complete HVAC system, rather than just a heating + cooling system. The system would provide space heating, cooling, domestic hot water, and fresh air ventilation. Full Article
ir Combining a wood-fired boiler with a hydronic distribution system By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Mar 2024 01:00:00 -0400 I’ve written many PM columns discussing how air-to-water and geothermal water-to-water heat pumps can be combined with hydronic delivery systems to deliver efficiency AND superior comfort. This combination is a great solution for many consumers. Full Article
ir Comparing air-to-water versus ductless heat pump systems By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 I attended a conference hosted by the Building Performance Association and presented on air-to-water heat pump systems. Many professionals were interested in heat pumps, especially ductless air-to-air systems. One person mentioned the difficulty of finding qualified installers for air-to-water heat pumps and noted the higher cost compared to ductless air-to-air systems. Full Article
ir 5 ways to help your customers realize their dream shower By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The consumer mindset around bathing is evolving to view showering as far more than a simple rinse to get clean, but rather as a time to relax, unwind and wash away the day-to-day stresses of life. In fact, consumers are making purchases to support this shift. According to a recent survey commissioned by GROHE, more than 65% of respondents are enhancing their time in the shower with various add-ons, such as soothing aromas, music and gentle rain shower products to elevate their “me time.” Full Article
ir PM Profile: Canadian company brings first-ever recirculating shower to U.S. market By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 26 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 RainStick Shower co-founders Alisha McFetridge and Sean McFetridge share a longtime passion for water conservation. In 2019, the two began building the North American Market’s first water circulating shower. Supply House Times Chief Editor Natalie Forster sat down with Alisha McFetridge to dive into RainStick Shower’s backstory and plans for the future. Full Article
ir Third Annual Bath & Kitchen Pro eBook By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 In the third edition of the Bath & Kitchen Pro eBook you’ll find both residential and commercial product and design trends, showroom display trends, economic indicators and more! Full Article
ir Duravit builds the world's first climate-neutral ceramic plant in Canada By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400 The decision to build the first CO2-neutral ceramic production facility in Canada is a significant investment for a sustainable future for the global brand and a vital step for climate neutrality by 2045. Full Article
ir PPC Promotes Emily Leonczyk to Executive Director and Vice President By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Jan 2024 15:15:37 -0500 Leonczyk has served PPC since 2018, first as Director of Marketing and Communications followed by a promotion to Director of Operations. Full Article
ir Meyers Acquires Johnson Printing and Packaging Corporation via Asset Acquisition By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Strategic move underscores Meyers’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the folding cartons sector. Full Article
ir Mondi Acquires Schumacher Packaging to Expand Corrugated Footprint By www.packagingstrategies.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 14:50:43 -0400 The Acquisition will expand Mondi’s corrugated footprint in Western Europe and add complementary fiber-based products, focused on eCommerce and FMCG, to enhance its existing customer offering. Full Article
ir Al Levi: Hire willing people, provide skills or pay the price By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 “Hire willing people and provide them the skills — as opposed to hiring spoiled, experienced people with skills and behavior problems.” Full Article
ir Bridging the gap with virtual training By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Tue, 12 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 Located in Louisville, Kentucky, Zoeller’s state-of-the-art training facility, the Center for Excellence, has been drawing contractors, engineers and distributors in for product training over the past five years. Full Article
ir Canadian farmer finds nest egg with fire tube boilers By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 When HVAC work needs to be completed for agriculture applications in Ontario, Canada, Gleeson Plumbing & Heating has a reputation of delivering impressive results time and time again. Full Article
ir Water safety in DHW recirculation By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Domestic hot water recirculation system design is a hot topic in our industry, for good reason. Full Article
ir Nicole Krawcke: Plumbers can do their part to protect water for future generations By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 As the water receded from Lake Mead this past year, all the major news headlines focused on the human remains it revealed. Very rarely did any mention the ecosystem in crisis as trees, fish and other aquatic creatures, birds and other species are dying out as they are left out to dry. Full Article
ir Contractors should prioritize giving back to their communities By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Generosity is the new marketing. In this era of social media, charitable companies can earn an enhanced brand reputation as being a “good” company and will make people want to do business with them. Full Article
ir Justin Jacobs: Does your direct mail marketing need a touch-up? By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 10:40:00 -0500 Direct mail hits on the high points that anyone would want from an effective marketing campaign: Print builds trust more easily than digital ads. Full Article
ir Marketing Magic: How contractors can get the most out of their fleet graphics and branding By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 According to a white paper authored by venture capital firm ARD Ventures, each fleet vehicle, on average, receives between 30,000 -70,000 impressions daily. Full Article
ir Hernan Charry: 4 overlooked mistakes plumbers make in their SEO strategy By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 06 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Plumbers and their customers are living in a digital age, which means more potential clients are finding a plumber online via Google searches. If more customers are finding plumbers on Google, then it is important that you take the right steps to ensure you are the plumber they find. Full Article
ir Dan Holohan: The magic of the simple air vent By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Full Article
ir Saving a culture: Going from worst to first By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 U.S. Navy Captain Mike Abrashoff was given command of the USS Benfold at age 36, making him the youngest commanding officer in the Pacific fleet. His challenge was daunting: the destroyer with 310 sailors was a notable loser, with low morale and the highest turnover in the Navy. Many safety and health pros early in their careers face the challenge of establishing their credibility. Full Article
ir ISHN reveals all 30 category winners from its first-ever Readers’ Choice Award Contest By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 00:00:00 -0400 Thousands of Industrial Safety & Hygiene News subscribers jumped online to vote in ISHN’s 2013 Readers’ Choice Awards between March 1 and May 1, 2013. The results are in, and ISHN Publisher Randy Green has released the list of winning entries. Full Article
ir Healthcare facilities gain expert help in meeting regulatory and accreditation requirements By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:25:56 -0500 Hospitals, clinics and related medical centers can now choose from four new onsite consulting services introduced by J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. Full Article
ir Innovations in workplace first aid By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Apr 2024 15:48:51 -0400 One of the major challenges in workplace safety is that people tend to think they’re invincible at work. This means they’re less likely to take the time to properly prepare for an emergency. Full Article
ir 2024's "Dirty Dozen” unsafe employers revealed By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Apr 2024 12:42:31 -0400 The National COSH announced the 2024 “Dirty Dozen” list of employers who put workers and communities at risk due to unsafe practices. Full Article
ir Casella launches enhanced high flow air sampling pump By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:37:23 -0400 Casella has launched an enhanced version of its Vortex3 high flow pump, designed to simplify asbestos and air sampling. Full Article
ir Why is respiratory protection one of OSHA’s most cited standards? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 One of the most common OSHA violations is respiratory protection. Let’s dive into why and what’s required to be compliant. Full Article
ir Focus on ASHRAE standards for dust collection and indoor air quality By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Learn about two specific air filtration and dust collection standards set by ASHRAE to guide you in establishing air quality programs. Full Article
ir Sensidyne launches Gilian Go-Cal Pro air flow calibrator By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Dec 2023 16:42:32 -0500 Sensidyne® launches Gilian® Go-CalTM Pro, an advanced portable air flow calibrator designed to revolutionize precision calibration on the jobsite. Full Article
ir Best practices for indoor air sampling at work By www.ishn.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0500 To support effective monitoring and compliance with safety standards, this article provides an overview on best practices for air sampling at work. Full Article
ir New bipartisan bill aims to enhance EPA's oversight of indoor air quality By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 13:31:06 -0400 The proposed legislation would direct the EPA to establish a list of indoor contaminants and voluntary guidelines. Full Article
ir Business continuity and fire safety top of agenda for European chemicals giant By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 OXEA, part of the Oman Oil Company, is a leading chemicals manufacturer with operations around the globe. Its specialist products go towards making high-quality coatings, lubricants, cosmetics, pharmaceutical products, printing inks and plastics. Full Article
ir Touchless app for health screenings and contact tracing helps protect millions of dollars in bids for Ampirical By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:36:00 -0500 Many companies are still refining how they’ll safely bring employees back to the office. Yet not every business can operate with a 100 percent remote workforce. For some, essential employees need to be onsite at all times. Ampirical is one of those businesses. Full Article
ir Workers must feel safe: Those going back to work are risking their lives By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 As the U.S. has begun to reopen with the coronavirus continuing to affect the country six months after many shelter-in-place mandates developed, workers across a multitude of industries — from manufacturing plants to agriculture to meat processing — are getting sick. Full Article
ir Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Primax Manufacturing & Trading Inc. By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Nov 2020 10:33:00 -0500 Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (“PIP®”), a leading supplier of hand protection and PPE to the industrial, construction, and retail markets, proudly announces the acquisition of Primax Manufacturing & Trading, Inc. (“Primax”) and its innovative Caiman® brand, headquartered in La Mirada, CA. PIP® is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity (“Audax”). Full Article
ir A + A 2021 to be a hybrid trade fair experience By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:26:00 -0400 The OSH industry looks forward to A+A as a physical trade fair in autumn 2021. This is confirmed by the exhibitor registrations received to date. From October 26 – 29, 2021 over 1,000 companies will showcase their products, solutions and global innovations to predominantly European visitors at the fairgrounds in Düsseldorf, Germany. Full Article
ir Blackline Safety reports 50% growth in fire-hazmat business By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Aug 2023 12:10:13 -0400 Blackline Safety Corp. has announced a 50% increase in its fire-hazmat personal and area gas monitor business in the last year alone. Full Article
ir Hazchem Safety launches industry-first sustainable coverall By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:19:59 -0400 This industry-first innovation offers a carbon footprint saving of 3.7kg CO2e per coverall. Full Article
ir Casella launches free webinar series focusing on environmental hazard monitoring By www.ishn.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Feb 2024 10:12:16 -0500 The schedule of free-to-attend, accessible webinars cover Casella’s core areas of expertise, including workplace monitoring for noise, environmental boundary, hand and arm vibration, and asbestos sampling. Full Article
ir Dollar General OSHA settlement requires corporate-wide safety investments in stores nationwide By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 12:42:22 -0400 The retailer has struggled for years to comply with OSHA safety regulations Full Article
ir Best practices for preventing electrical fires in 2020 By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Nov 2020 10:11:00 -0500 In 2018 alone, there were 103,600 recorded incidents in commercial buildings. Electrical malfunctions are a leading cause of these events, and they cost businesses $373,400,000 in 2018. Full Article
ir Light the fireworks: It’s Independence Day for Bulwark® By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Jul 2021 09:07:00 -0400 Bulwark, the world’s largest flame-resistant (FR) apparel brand, was recently sold to Redwood Capital Investments, LLC, marking a new era for the company as it transitions into a stand-alone workwear organization. Full Article
ir Safety lessons from California warehouse fires By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Oct 2021 11:07:00 -0400 California has had its fair share of fires over the years, especially the wild variety. This year’s wildfires have already burned more than 1 million acres, and nearly a dozen are still ablaze. Now, the Golden State is facing an uptick in warehouse fires in some of its biggest and most populated cities, including Oakland, Carson and El Sereno. Full Article
ir OSHA cites Stanley Black+Decker for safety failures after electrical arc fire By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 11:05:21 -0400 Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed. Full Article
ir ASSE looking for new Executive Director By www.ishn.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2017 09:00:00 -0500 The American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is seeking a new Executive Director (ED), a position based in Park Ridge, Illinois and one that reports to the organization’s President and its Board of Directors. Founded in 1911, ASSE has a global membership of more than 36,000 safety, health and environmental practitioners worldwide. ASSE advocates on behalf of its members while also providing robust professional development, training and networking opportunities. ASSE has an annual budget of approximately $18M, staff of 75, and operates a robust network of 152 chapters in the United States and internationally. Full Article
ir Diversified Fall Protection appoints Gabe Galvan as EBM Design Director West By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 11:54:21 -0400 Galvan brings 31 years of earned expertise to DFP, primarily in California, with eight years as an SIT surveyor. Full Article
ir DragonWear tech shirt By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 12:10:50 -0400 DragonWear’s Pro Dry® Tech LS Shirt is designed to keep you protected from the sun while staying comfortable and dry. Full Article