2009 PHC News Tankless Report

Drawing off the success of last month’s boiler report, Phc News offers its Tankless Report in a similar format. The report lends itself to an easy-to-read format, perfect for the busy contractor. ... >> More

2009 PHC News Piping Report

Proven reliability of CPVC  joining system allows plumbers to enjoy the benefits of joints underslab with confidence. The concept of installing joints underslab in new construction isn’t novel for Steve Medland. .... >> More

Bad habits make for bad results

Good habits make your tasks easier to do. They can also help you to be more profitable. I’m sure that earning the reward you deserve for your talents was the main reason you went into business. ... >> More

Doin' the math

Ask me what my least favorite class was in school and without hesitation I would answer math! (Yet, here I am 25 years later doing math.) At the onset of any hydronic job I always do the math. I start with ... >> More

Solar overheat protection

Solar overheat can be problematic. Even a fully functional closed-loop glycol solar heating system can overheat. This is most likely to happen when there is plenty of sun, but the heat is not being used. ... >> More

If you were not a plumber…

What if you weren’t a Plumber, and you could look at this industry with fresh eyes? What if you weren’t bound by what you know and the inertia of business-as-usual? Here’s what you might see… >> More

The busiest ‘beaver’

Under the definition of southern gentleman you should find the name Clarence Beaver. Clarence resides in the beautiful and historic area of North Carolina known as Salisbury. I’ve known Clarence for as many ... >> More

PHCP Industry piping systems expand into broader markets

Despite the ravages of the ongoing deep recession, which has hit the construction sector especially hard, the role of expanded piping systems continues to strengthen its importance as part of the ... >> More