Mr. Rooter promotes manager, hires franchise consultant
The Mr. Rooter Corp. announced the promotion of Beth Dobkin to manager of technical services and the addition of Bobbi Sullivan to its franchise consultant team....
ITT publishes white paper on water, energy initiatives
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — ITT Corp. published a new white paper, The Most Important Things You Need to Know about the Stimulus Package, which provides consulting engineers, as well as state and local municipal boards, with information and advice to embark on traditional and environmental infrastructure projects....
Linc Services cuts school system’s energy costs
HOUSTON — Linc Services is implementing a bundled energy solutions project for the Department of Education in Harris County, Texas, that will save $5.4 million over the next 10 years....
North American Pipe acquires PVC pipe plant
HOUSTON — North American Pipe Corp. announced that it has completed the acquisition of a majority of the assets of the Janesville, Wis., PVC pipe plant formerly owned by Freedom Plastics Inc....
FORTUNE magazine names EMCOR most admired company
NORWALK, CONN. — EMCOR Group Inc. was named the 2009 World’s Most Admired Company in the engineering and construction industry by FORTUNE magazine. ...
Danfoss announces 2009 EnVisioneering Symposia Series
BALTIMORE — Danfoss recently announced the topics, dates and locations for the 2009 EnVisioneering Symposia Series....
Oncor expands solar energy initiatives
DALLAS — Oncor recently expanded its solar energy initiatives to include the Texas solar water heating incentive program, Take a Load Off, which offers cash incentives for the purchase and installation of qualifying residential solar water heating systems. ...
Taco earns health and safety certification
CRANSTON, R.I. — Taco Inc. has received the SHARP (Safety & Health Achievement Program) certification award granted by the U.S. Department of Labor in conjunction with the Rhode Island Department of Health and the RI OSHA consultation program. The certification is granted to companies, operating exemplary safety and health programs....
EMCOR acquires Team Mechanical
NORWALK, CONN. — EMCOR recently acquired Team Mechanical Inc., a leading mechanical contractor and service provider headquartered in Buffalo Grove, Ill. ...
NATE launches consumer website
North American Technician Excellence launched its new consumer Web site, www.hvacradvice.com, reaffirming the organization's commitment to both consumers and contractors that employ NATE-certified technicians....
Plumbing companies comply with new lead regulations
NSF Intl., a not-for-profit, public health and safety organization, announced that Kohler, Moen and Price Pfister have become the first faucet companies to have certain plumbing products comply with the new low lead requirements....
AHR Expo focuses on sustainable products and new technologies
There were plenty of new technologies and products at the AHR Expo this year - more than 1,900 companies exhibited. Many products focused on sustainability, which not only benefits the environment by saving energy, but also benefits customers, manufacturers and contractors by saving money. ...
Sprinkler requirements are coming soon
On Sept. 21, 2008, the International Code Council adopted amendment RB64-07/08 to the 2009 International Residential Code. This amendment mandates that beginning Jan. 1, 2011, all new one- and two-family residential dwellings along with townhomes be equipped with fire sprinklers. ...
Association holds show
The Palm Beach Association of the PHCC will hold its 21st Annual Plumbing Trade Show April 22, 2009, here, at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo East. ...
National Green Building Standard includes garbage disposals
RACINE, WIS. – InSinkErator has been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders for the role disposers play as part of an environmentally responsible home waste management system...
WQA Aquatech USA helps attendees thrive in an uncertain economy
LISLE, ILL. — In response to the difficult economic climate, WQA Aquatech USA 2009 is presenting a number of keynote addresses, sessions and a panel discussion, focusing on how to succeed in business during an economic downturn. ...
Manufacturing continues at Energy Saving Products despite fire
Energy Saving Products’ manufacturing facilities and offices in Edmonton, Alberta, were destroyed by a fire that occurred after business hours the night of Jan. 27. No one was in the facilities or offices when the fire occurred, and the cause of the fire is still unknown....
RPA announces new interim board liaison
The Board of Directors at the Radiant Panel Association announced the creation of an interim board liaison position in response to Executive Director Larry Drake’s resignation. Jeff Brennecke, three-time association president and current board member, will serve as board liaison effective immediately. Brennecke will take a leave of absence from his board role while he fulfills the liaison duties....
Plumber chases Olympic dream
Jonathan Cheever, a licensed plumber in Massachusetts and Utah, has a dream – to be an Olympic athlete – and is going for it. The 23-year-old native of Saugus, Mass., is on the 2009 U.S. Snowboarding team and competes in Snowboardcross, an event that is based on time qualifications on an inclined course....
Habitat for Humanity Canada and RenewABILITY reduce water heating costs
WATERLOO, ONTARIO – RenewABILITY Energy Inc., manufacturer of the Power-Pipe Drain Water Heat Recovery system, and Habitat for Humanity Canada announced a national program that will reduce the cost of water heating by up to 40% in new homes built by Habitat for Humanity Canada in 2009....
Linc Service conference focuses on best practices and green benefits
PITTSBURGH – The 2009 Linc Service Continuing Education Conference brought together nearly 700 employees from Linc Service Contractor locations for two days of class sessions, recently held in Dallas, that focused on training tools and sharing best practices. ...
Bell & Gossett announce spring seminar schedule
MORTON GROVE, ILL. – Bell & Gossett announced its training course schedule for the spring of 2009. The free training seminars are offered at the Bell & Gossett Little Red Schoolhouse Education Center located here, and are open to engineers, contractors and facility maintenance professionals....
United Rentals announces ultimate sports experience sweepstakes
GREENWICH, CONN. – United Rentals Inc. announced the launch of the Consider It Won sweepstakes that will award four winners an all-expense paid trip for two to a championship sporting event of their choice: professional football, baseball, hockey or Indy car racing....
2009 code books are available
WASHINGTON and ONTARIO, CALIF. – The 2009 International Plumbing Code, published by the International Code Council, and the 2009 Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code, published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, are now available to purchase. ...
AHRI announces retirement of Jack Klimp, staff restructuring
ARLINGTON, VA. – The Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute announced that AHRI CEO Jack Klimp will be retiring June 1, 2009, and that it is restructuring its staff responsibilities to better position the association to accomplish its core missions of excellence in standards, certification and advocacy....
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