Mechanical Hub Team

AHR hits NYC and the Javits Center January 21-23 2014, and you should make plans to be there. You owe it to yourself and to the future success of your business. Why, you ask? First, the AHR Show is expected to break attendance records in relation to previous shows held in the Northeast. The last Read more

The love/hate relationship that exists between the economy and the hydronics industry has not exactly been a marriage made in heaven over the past few years. Recent travails with the economy have put the hydronics market in a holding pattern, yet positive indicators suggest the economy may be softening, and industry experts are forecasting modest Read more

EPA chimes in on lead free

Recently, I had a conversation with Dave Yates, F.W. Behler, York, Pa., regarding the upcoming lead-free legislation. Dave was very candid when we talked about the contractor’s role in all of this, telling us that he thinks that not all contractors are aware of the law, or aren’t making the necessary adjustments. See the article Read more

Lead-free Reality

Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with noted plumbing and heating contractor, Dave Yates, F.W. Behler, York, Pa., about the upcoming lead-free legislation. On January 4, 2014 Federal Law mandates the wetted surface of every pipe, fixture, and fitting sold for or installed in potable water applications not contain more than 0.25% lead by Read more

Do you big box?

As a contractor do you big box? The mere questions open a can of worms, and often times a heated debate. “It’s bad for the industry.” “You are hurting your local wholesalers.” “Your putting product into the hands of unqualified people such as DIYers for installation.” “How are warranties honored?” These are tremendous questions to Read more