Industry News

We would like to take this opportunity to give a special thanks to this month's sponsor -- Taco Inc. Headquartered in Cranston, R.I., Taco, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of hydronic-based HVAC equipment and accessories for use in residential, commercial and institutional buildings worldwide. The company, privately owned and in business since 1920, manufactures a wide range of pumps and circulators, valves, tanks, heat exchangers, electronic controls, accessories and systems. Manufacturing facilities are located in Cranston, R.I. and Fall River, Mass., with a Canadian distribution and sales facility in Mississauga, Ontario. Taco sells through wholesale distributors and also provides select OEMs with product. Visit www.taco-hvac.com for more information.

 

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NAOHSM elects new executive board

 

At its annual convention, held May 2010 in Providence, R.I., the National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers (NAOHSM) elected a new Executive Board. George McQueeney of East River Energy and NAOHSM’s New Haven Chapter will continue to serve as president. Ralph Adams of Parker Fuel (Mid Atlantic Chapter) will continue to serve as a national V.P. Angel Gonzalez of Combind Oil (New York City Chapter), Al Breda of Sippin Energy (Fairfield County Chapter), and George Fantacone of Santoro Oil (Rhode Island Chapter) are the new vice presidents. Scott Vadino of Harrietts Oil Service (South Jersey Chapter) is the secretary. And Rosemarie Bartchak of Boyertown Furnace (Berks Chapter) will again serve as treasurer.

 

Slant/Fin announces 2nd Factory Expo

 

Slant/Fin is will be holding their 2nd Factory Expo, September 16, rain or shine. The event is free to current wholesalers and all interested contractors. Pre-registration is requested. The event will highlight Slant/Fin’s newest Lynx boiler along with their other hi-efficient products. There will be vendor exhibits and seminars with the main event being an hour-long seminar by Phc News columnist Dan Holohan. Slant/Fin expects more than 200 contractors and wholesalers along with several vendors including TMB Publishing (Phc News). If interested, please call 516-484-2610 ext 283 and speak with Stacey B. Droogan.

 

B&G’S Little Red Schoolhouse announces Q4 schedule

 

Bell & Gossett, a leader in education for the hydronic heating and plumbing industries, has announced its training course schedule for the fourth quarter of 2010. The free training seminars are offered at the Bell & Gossett Little Red Schoolhouse Education Center in Morton Grove, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago and are open to engineers, contractors and facility maintenance professionals.

 

The seminars are tailored to various industry occupations and cover a wide range of important topics. The lead seminar instructor is LEED certified for all programs. Upon completion of the three-day seminars, CEU credits are awarded to graduates.

 

The 4th quarter Schoolhouse seminars include:

* Modern Hydronics Basic Seminar October 4-6
* Steam System Operation & Maintenance October 11-13
* Design & Application Seminar November 1-3
* Large Chilled Water Design Seminar November 15-17
* Steam System Design & Application December 6-8
* Modern Hydronics Advanced Seminar December 13-15

For information, visit schoolhouse.itt.com.

 

Armistead Mechanical updates corporate identity with new logo and website

 

Armistead Mechanical, Inc., a fourth-generation mechanical contracting and engineering firm with offices in Waldwick, NJ and Newburgh, N.Y., introduced its new website (www.armisteadmechanical.com) and logo as part of its ongoing comprehensive corporate re-branding effort.

 

In order to renew the company’s position as both an industry leader and engineering visionary, Robert T. Armistead, P.E., President of Armistead Mechanical, and his team are re-branding the company with a new logo, company tagline and brand new website. They hired Turchette Advertising, one of New Jersey’s most respected advertising agencies, to guide the company through the exciting process. While the core values of Armistead Mechanical will not change, the face of the company will be refined, refreshed and made more visible.

 

“Serving as National President for the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA), I have gained new perspective on the world of mechanical contracting. I see now that because the industry is ever-changing, Armistead must evolve as well in order to remain prosperous in the coming years,” said Armistead. “Our new corporate identity is one that highlights our commitment to sustainability, innovation, safety and customer service. We are confident that this new direction will accentuate our company’s strengths and bolster Armistead’s role as a major contributor to mechanical contracting and engineering industries.”

New Products

	Solar pumping station www.taco-hvac.com The Solar Pumping Station combines all the features needed for a closed-loop water heating system. There are just 5 easy connections to make: 2 for the solar collector(s), 2 for the storage tank’s heat exchanger, and 1 for the expansion tank. Included are the integral variable speed solar control pump, isolation ball vales, air elimination and flow meter. The unit continually adjusts pump speed to maximize solar collector output and efficiency. The unit is pre-engineered, pre-plumbed, pre-wired and easy to install. Taco.
	FlashShield™ CSST tubing www.gastite.com FlashShield™ provides more layers of resistance than any other CSST product currently in the marketplace. FlashShield CSST also eliminates the need for additional manufacturer-required bonding and offers the highest level of lightning protection available in flexible gas piping systems. As a result, the two layers of semi-conductive polymer jackets and the metal mesh help make FlashShield more resistant to the damaging effects of electrical energy than standard CSST. The new fitting is designed with tooth-like indentations that directly touch metal to dissipate arcing and ensure better continuity between the fitting and the metal mesh. Gastite.
	Water heater stands www.siouxchief.com Sioux Chief now has standard floor models for 30 thru 100-gallon capacity water heaters in stock. These stands are made domestically and meet the requirements of the National Gas Fuel Code, positioning the burner-ignition device 18" above the floor. Sioux Chief.
	Forged brass manifold www.webstonevalves.com A revolution in boiler installation and piping — Hydro-Core ™ is a patent pending, fully fabricated forged brass manifold that combines precision crafted closely spaced tees with Webstone’s Isolator® w/Rotating Flange & Drain™. Designed specifically for hydraulic separation, pump isolation, and purging the near boiler piping or secondary circuit loops. Webstone.