Carrier Hosts First LEED® Licensed Training Event in Middle East

DOHA, Qatar, Dec. 8, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Carrier, the world's leader in high technology heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration solutions, is supporting the Middle East green building movement, offering the company's first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) licensed training event in the region. Middle East building owners and designers look to construct some of the biggest, most luxurious buildings in the world and are going green with more than 900 LEED projects underway in the region. Carrier serves as the largest partner in LEED education around the world, and is a part of UTC Climate, Controls & Security Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). 

Carrier's workshop, entitled LEED 101: Green Building Basics and LEED, attracted building industry professionals at its sessions held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and Doha, Qatar. The training provided detailed information on the commercial and institutional LEED Rating Systems and green building best practices and cost considerations. Participants were given an introduction to the benefits and integrative approach to green building as well as strategies, synergies, and specific examples from real project cases. Learning focused on LEED concepts at the credit category level.

Robert BoschTool Corporation Implements Retail Solutions across Home Improvement and Mass Channels

Manufacturer Partners with Retail Solutions to Drive Insights from Data at Five Retailers in North America

Mountain View, CA (PRWEB) December 06, 2011

Retail Solutions Inc., the leading provider of technology that helps consumer product companies create value from retailer data, today announced that Robert Bosch Tool Corporation has selected its platform to deliver actionable insights and alerts to improve assortments, product availability, new item retail launches and promotion effectiveness.

“Without up-to-date visibility on where and how fast products sell, we are left in the blind,” said Joseph Serpico, Category Manager at Bosch. “We partnered with Retail Solutions to ensure that every decision Bosch takes, both at headquarters and in the field, is driven by the most current situation in every store, for every product, every day.”

Aquion, Inc. Names New CEO and Prepares for Future Growth

Manufacturer and marketer of premium water treatment equipment has named Calvin T. Stuart, Chief Executive Officer. Previously the company's Chief Financial Officer, Stuart looks at the growing demand for quality water worldwide as opportunity for company growth. 

Elk Grove Village, IL (PRWEB) December 05, 2011

Aquion, Inc., parent company of RainSoft, Erie Water Treatment Controls, ClearWater Tech, LLC and ProSystems,, announced today that Calvin T. Stuart, 53, has recently been named President and Chief Executive Officer of the water treatment equipment manufacturing, sales and marketing company.

Stuart originally joined Aquion in 2007 as the company’s Chief Financial Officer and had been promoted into the Chief Operating Officer role about a year ago. Stuart brings more than 20 years of senior management experience to his new role. Prior to Aquion, he served as vice president and CFO of White Hen Pantry, a major franchisor of convenience stores and was previously an executive with Motorola, Inc.

Seattle Tankless Water Heater Installations by WA Plumbers

SEATTLE, WA — Your residential water heater plays a very important role in your daily water usage. When filling the bathtub, or taking a shower your water heater is your most important plumbing system. The skilled Seattle, tankless water heater installation technicians at WA Plumbers will be able to assist you with any of your residential water heater replacements & installations.

The team of plumbing professionals at WA plumbers are trained in conventional gas or electric water heater installation and repairs and also provide the newer types of tankless water heaters. Don’t worry about your residential water heater repair or replacements, WA Plumbers will make sure your plumbing problems get solved quickly and efficiently.

Heat Up Small Rooms with a Portable Electric Space Heater | USAPlumbing.info

A lot of people buy a space heaters as a supplement to their existing heating system in order to conserve energy. There is a large variety of space heaters available in many different types so it's important to find out what kind of space heater is best suited for your requirements.

A large part of the heater selection process should include where you're going to place the unit. Some electric heaters are meant for larger rooms and some are meant for smaller, so be sure to check out the heater guide at Air-n-Water for some helpful suggestions.

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Heat Up Small Rooms with a Portable Electric Space Heater | USAPlumbing.info

Air Innovations Wins Two More Awards of Distinction

Syracuse, NY (PRWEB) December 01, 2011 -- Air Innovations, a specialty air conditioning, refrigeration and environmental control systems manufacturer, was named to Inc. magazine’s 2011 list of the 5,000 fastest-growing private companies in America. Among manufacturers on the list, AI ranked #102 by posting a 71% increase in revenue growth between 2007 and 2010. Inc. magazine also included AI on the Inc. 5000 list in 2010.

Hermann Services Gives Fundraising a New Meaning— Toys for Tots 2011

(PRWEB) November 30, 2011 -- In partnership with Toys for Tots, which provides holiday gifts to needy children so they can better enjoy the holidays, Hermann Services has committed to filling a 53’ semi-truck to receive donated gifts from people and companies in the Northeast region.

Hermann Services owns an impressive array of supply chain management assets including East and Gulf Coast warehouses, large fleets of new tractor trailers, and major fleet maintenance and repair facilities.

Seattle Plumbing Gives Sound Winterizing Advice

Seattle, WA (PRWEB) November 23, 2011 -- Seattle plumber, Mr. Rooter, is the go-to plumbing team in the Seattle metro area. The Pacific Northwest is well known for its lush forests, amazing sushi, mediocre sports teams, and long, harsh winters. To avoid costly repairs later, following a few simple tips can prevent unfortunate events later on.

Insulate Exposed Pipes

There may be a few areas in a home that pipes are left exposed to the cold. Any piping that is in an attic, runs outside the home, or in a crawl space are all susceptible to freezing. In these places you should carefully insulate your plumbing pipes with foam insulation and, if possible, electrical insulation tape.

Outside Faucets

In the Northwest, outside faucets shouldn’t need to be used. Cars aren’t going to be washed at home and yards definitely don’t need to be watered. When the thermometer starts to drop and the clouds roll in for their long stay, it’s time to turn off the water to those outside lines and drain the pipes. Once the outside lines are drained, the hoses need to be taken off and stored for the winter. After the faucets are drained and the hoses are stored, sill socks and insulated covers should be put over the exposed faucets.

Unused Property

If a property is not going to be used during the winter months, it is important to take precautions before the cold sets in. Pipes are likely to burst if unused during the winter, causing costly damages. All pipes should be drain and insulated, with the water lines turned off for the season.
Following these simple steps can be a lifesaver for a home and a wallet. Many times, plumbing fixes can be daunting or confusing. A certified, experienced plumber may cost a little now, but the proper fixes and precautions will prove to be a great investment in time and money in the future.

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Tankless Water Heaters

"Tankless Water Heaters" - also known as a "Demand Water Heater" , "Instantaneous Water Heater" or "Green Water Heaters" -- can help reduce the cost, as well as the environmental impact on global warming. A tankless water heater provides hot water only when needed. It heats water on demand.

Did you know that in an average American household up to 40% of the energy bill is caused by by water heaters that supply your home of hot water? Tankless water heaters cost more up front than standard models; the idea is that you'll save money in the long run due to lower energy bills.

The type and usage pattern of your hot water system can have a substantial impact on the running costs and also the life span of the hot water system. Running your hot water system in a more efficient way can be of financial benefit as well as being of benefit to the environment.

Homeowners should watch for damage caused by drought conditions | USAPlumbing.info

Homeowners may face lingering plumbing problems due to this year’s extended drought conditions such as diseased trees, foundation problems and broken water pipes. But, what are some of the warning signs of damage caused by drought conditions?

Homeowners should watch for damage caused by drought conditions

Cupertino Plumbing Teaches You About Copper Re-piping | USA Plumbing Info

CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA -- Cupertino Plumbing goes above and beyond the everyday plumbing services they offer by also educating people on various issues regarding plumbing. They have offered San Jose, Sunnyvale, Saratoga and Palo Alto residents advice regarding copper re-piping and more. Having re-piped over 3000 homes in the Silicon Valley, they know the job inside and out.

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Repair a Leaking Lavatory Drain

Often the source of a leaking lavatory underneath the lavatory basin will be a leaking drain trap. Closely following in second place are the faulty connections between the lavatory basin drain and the lavatory drain line also called the "tailpiece". This article will offer some tips to help you fix your leaking lavatory drain.

Before you grab the phone to call a local plumber you could try and fix the leak yourself, To find the leak in the lavatory drain, take a look up towards the connection between the drain body and the tailpiece, there is a lock nut connection securing the tail piece to the lavatory drain body. If the outside of the locknut connection is wet, then it's the drain body that is has a leak in it.

Read More: How to Fix a Leaking Lavatory Drain

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes | USA Plumbing Info

With winter slowly approaching it may be a good time to check your plumbing to prevent your plumbing pipes from freezing when the temperature starts to go down. When water freezes it will expand inside the pipes. When it expands enough it can cause the frozen pipes to burst resulting in serious damage to your home and plumbing. So it better to prevent frozen pipes then to have to call a plumber to fix them after they break.

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes | USA Plumbing Info

New Version of Trimble Field Link Software Incorporates Dynamic Joystick Feature to Increase Control of Construction Layout Tasks for the Mechanical, Engineering, Plumbing and Structures Trades | USA Plumbing Info

Trimble (NASDAQ:TRMB) introduced today a new version of its field software suite designed to simplify routine construction layout tasks while increasing overall productivity and accuracy — Trimble® Field Link 1.1 for MEP and Structures trades. The new version features a drag and point feature known as "Dynamic Joystick" that provides the user with fluid control over Trimble Robotic Total Stations via on-screen gestures directly on the solution's Trimble Tablet.
New Version of Trimble Field Link Software Incorporates Dynamic Joystick Feature to Increase Control of Construction Layout Tasks for the Mechanical, Engineering, Plumbing and Structures Trades | USA Plumbing Info

Fluidmaster® Wins in Charlotte And With New DUO FLUSH™ | USA Plumbing Info

Fluidmaster® Wins in Charlotte And With New DUO FLUSH™ | USA Plumbing Info
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif., Oct. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- "We were in it to win it – and we did!" beamed Robert AndersonSchoepe, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fluidmaster, Inc. following the solid victory of the Fluidmaster Ford driver, Matt Kenseth at Charlotte's Bank of America 500 on Saturday evening, Oct 15, 2011. "It was great to see that our company motto 'do it right the first time' held true for our first foray into being a sponsor of motorsports racing."

Gas furnace and fireplace safety tips from CSA International | USA Plumbing Info

Gas furnace and fireplace safety tips from CSA International | USA Plumbing Info
CLEVELAND, Oct. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire/ - As nights become longer and colder, many people will spend more time indoors with family and friends. Furnaces and fireplaces are often the go-to sources to keep homes warm and cozy. Before blasting the heat, remember the importance of conducting routine inspections and maintenance of your gas heating appliances for the upcoming winter months. Fall is a prime time to do this.

Teenager Apprentices Pulling the Plug on Plumbing & Heating Trades | USA Plumbing Info

Teenager Apprentices Pulling the Plug on Plumbing & Heating Trades | USA Plumbing Info
Teenagers are turning away from many of the traditional trades such as plumbing, because of low wages that are forcing them to live at home for the duration of their apprenticeship. The amount of young apprentices that complete an apprenticeships is set to hit an all time low, with nearly one out of every two students dropping out before finishing their apprenticeship program.

Tampa Plumbing Company Receives Unsolicited Buy-Out Offer | USA Plumbing Info

Tampa Plumbing Company Receives Unsolicited Buy-Out Offer | USA Plumbing Info

TAMPA, FL – 13-October-2011 – No bite for family owned Tampa Bay Plumbers, LLC. When Tampa Bay Plumbers received an unsolicited offer to sell the company recently, it wasn’t because of their stellar reputation of honest, good service. Oddly enough it had less to do with the daily plumbing work it performs, rather, for its unique marketing program.

Is Your House Properly Winter-Proofed? Good Maintenance Can Prevent Damage to Your Home | USA Plumbing Info

Is Your House Properly Winter-Proofed? Good Maintenance Can Prevent Damage to Your Home | USA Plumbing Info
NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- It can hard to think about winter-proofing your home when the weather is still mild in many places, but now is the best time to prepare your home. Many winter-related disasters can be prevented if you take a few simple steps to protect your home from freezing temperatures, snow and wind, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).

Houston TX Plumber Offers Kitchen Remodeling Services | USA Plumbing Info

Houston TX Plumber Offers Kitchen Remodeling Services | USA Plumbing Info
Houston, TX (Press Release – October 14, 2011) – There can be many reasons to consider a remodel of your kitchen. Whether you’re looking to increase the property value of your home or simply update an older style, a remodel of your kitchen can prove extremely beneficial for both you and your residence. Yet a kitchen remodel can prove extremely complicated, and is certainly not a task to be taken on by your lonesome.

Observe National Toilet Tank Repair Month With Mr. Rooter(R) Toilet Diagram | USA Plumbing Info

The dripping sound coming from the kitchen sink usually means money is going down the drain. But toilets often leak silently, leaving homeowners unaware of the water and money they're wasting. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a leaky toilet can waste about 200 gallons of water a day.

Observe National Toilet Tank Repair Month With Mr. Rooter(R) Toilet Diagram | USA Plumbing Info

Conn's Partners with Creative Channel Services to Enhance Employee Knowledge | USA Plumbing Info

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 11, 2011 -- Creative Channel Services (CCS), a leading retail marketing agency, today announced that Conn's has joined its growing list of retail partners that leverage the agency's CyberScholar digital platform to increase retail associate knowledge of home appliance (HA) and consumer electronics (CE) products.

Conn's Partners with Creative Channel Services to Enhance Employee Knowledge | USA Plumbing Info

Pumpkin Pulp and Seeds Can Spook Your Home's Plumbing System | USA Plumbing Info

WACO, Texas, Oct. 6, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Carving pumpkins into jack-o'-lanterns is an age-old Halloween tradition. However, it can turn into a plumbing nightmare if the pulp and seeds go down the garbage disposal. With the usual increase in clogged kitchen sink drains and jammed garbage disposals plumbers see this time of year, Mr. Rooter® Plumbing is already prepared for the spike in calls.

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Columbia SC Plumber Announces New Website | USA Plumbing Info

Columbia SC Plumber Announces New Website | USA Plumbing Info

Nissan Expands Partnership With Habitat for Humanity International | USA Plumbing Info

Nissan Expands Partnership With Habitat for Humanity International | USA Plumbing Info

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA -- Meetze Plumbing, a plumber in Columbia SC, announces a new website that just has been launched. Meetze Plumbing is a local Columbia Plumber offering plumbing services to the Columbia SC area.

How to Unclog a Kitchen Sink

How to Unclog a Kitchen Sink

Septic Failure Prevention | Tips & Tricks

Plumbing How To -- The key to septic failure prevention is good maintenance of your septic tank and plumbing system. And also a little consideration on what you actually throw down the kitchen sink and flush down the toilet. Failure of a septic system can result in sewage water backing up into the tank and even into your home’s plumbing.
Knowing where your septic tank and drainfield are located is a vital part in the maintenance of your septic system. If you don’t know where to find your septic tank take the time to read: How to find your septic tank and manhole cover first.

Preventive Septic Maintenance

As with many things it is better to avoid problems with a septic tank beforehand, rather then trying to fix things after the septic tanks fails. Depending on the size of your household, the sewer sludge will build up at the bottom of the septic tank. With too much sewage sludge in the septic system, the septic tank can eventually spill over into the “distribution box” and drain-field and rapidly clog the distribution lines. For more information on how to take good care of your septic system, then please read : Septic System: Maintenance of Septic Tank Systems first.

Causes of Septic Tank Failure

A number of factors can cause an on-site septic to fail, including unsuitable soil conditions, improper design and installation, and inadequate maintenance practices. Failure rates for septic systems typically range between 1 and 5 percent each year, but can be much higher in some regions of the country.

Read more: Septic Failure | Tips & Tricks

Online Plumbing Terms, Vocabulary Test

Online Plumbing Terms, Vocabulary Test

How to fix a smelly Drain | Tips & Tricks

Plumbing How To -- we use our kitchen sink on a daily basis, and sometimes you get a foul smell coming from the kitchen drain. In this article we will explain how to fix a smelly drain as well as some ways to avoid smelling drains.

Cleaning a Drain With Baking Soda

An easy way to try to fix a smelly drain is to pour a cup of baking soda down your kitchen sink and let it work for 15-20 minutes before flushing the baking soda down the drain with a large pan of boiling hot water. After that turn off the garbage disposal and clean the rubber or plastic guard at the entrance to your drain. Then clean the pipes that run to the external plumbing using any commercial drain cleaner.

How to Stop Smelly Drains

In order to avoid a kitchen drain from smelling, you should try not to dump any food down the sink, and make sure that the sink stopper closes properly. If any food bits do go down the kitchen drain then make sure that you rinse it with enough water to get the particles past the sink p-trap.
To prevent a smelly bathtub drain, you shoud try to keep the amount of hairs that get flushed down the drain to a minimum, they can eventually lead to a slower drain, which in turn will allow smelly bits to settle more easily on the inside of the drain pipes. To avoid this all you need is a catch over the drain to block the hair from going down the drain.

Read more: Fix Smelly Drain

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