January 2017

January 2017
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PRE-SHOW ISSUE
FEBRUARY 22-25
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Making It
50 YEARS
Ability to change with the market has
provided Superior Plumbing the foundation
to succeed in an evolving industry
Page 14
On the Road
CUSTOMIZED SOFTWARE
STREAMLINES OPERATIONS
FOR FLORIDA PLUMBER
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First Responders
MISALIGNED PIPES LEAD

TO BACKED UP SEWER LINE
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CONTENTS
A technician installs an X-Plus UV-C lamp in an airhandling unit. Applied in new systems, UV-C lamps
prevent the buildup of organic material.
From the Editor:
Improving in the New Year

Look at simple ways to boost business and improve
customer relations as 2017 begins.
- By Cory Dellenbach
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@plumbermag.com
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Profile:
Check out our exclusive online content.
Making It 50 Years
Ability to change with the market has provided
Superior Plumbing the foundation to succeed in an
evolving industry.
- By Marian Bond
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On The Road:
Ending the Paper Chase

Customized business-management software
streamlines operations at Florida plumbing outfit.
- By Ken Wysocky
In the SHOP
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Offer a Better Fix
Maximize HVAC system performance

with UV-C lamps designed to kill and
prevent the growth of microorganisms.
By Dan Jones
Smart Business:
Give Your Tired Old Office a Facelift

Sprucing up the dcor of company headquarters
during the slow season can usher employees into
spring with renewed energy.
- By Judy Kneiszel
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First Responders:
Rapid Response Halts Flood Damage

California plumber finds misaligned pipes due to
ground settlement and guides family throughout
the repair process.
- By Paul Nicolaus
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WWETT Spotlight:
Hybrid Grinding
Grinder from Ashland Pump combines two cutting

technologies.
- By Craig Mandli
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Industry Insider:
A Strong Family Business

Well-drilling company has stayed steady over 58
years, fighting off economy woes and drought.
- By Marian Bond
January 2017
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PRE-SHOW ISSUE
FEBRUARY 22-25
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Making It
50 YEARS
On the Cover
Superior Plumbing technician Jim

Crane installs medical gas piping at
a dentist office near Wichita, Kansas.
Photography by
Christopher Clark
Ability to change with the market has provided

Superior Plumbing the foundation to succeed
in an evolving industry Page 14
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First Responders
Page 28
Coming Next Month

First Responders: Handling carbon monoxide dangers
Plumber Profile: Ridings Plumbing (Springfield, Illinois)
AHR Preview:
Lighting Up Vegas
AHR Expo set to highlight the newest products and
educational opportunities in the industry.
- By Cory Dellenbach
On the Road
MISALIGNED PIPES LEAD

TO BACKED UP SEWER LINE
Well Water Service / Water Conditioning

- By Craig Mandli
CUSTOMIZED SOFTWARE
STREAMLINES OPERATIONS
FOR FLORIDA PLUMBER
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FROM THE EDITOR
Cory Dellenbach
Improving in the New Year

Look at simple ways to boost business and
improve customer relations as 2017 begins
s we begin fresh with a new year, its always

a good time to sit down and evaluate your
business. Determine where you want to go
with it and how you can achieve the goals
you have in 2017.
Its not always easy to just sit down and plan out the
future for your business, but at some point you have to
do it, otherwise your business will grow stale.
As you look ahead to 2017, consider what you can
improve upon for your business as well as for your professional self. Do you need to strengthen your plumbing,
marketing or accounting skills? Whatever it is, consider
how improvements can help your business thrive in the
new year. Here are a few ideas for you.
TAKING ADVANTAGE OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
So, youve been a plumber for many years and think

you know everything about the job you are handling.
Chances are you do know quite a bit, but there is always
room to learn more.
Make it a priority to participate in various learning
opportunities in 2017. There are plenty of conferences
and shows you can attend that have educational components.
This issue previews a show coming up at the end of January
the AHR Expo in Las Vegas from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1.
While at the AHR Expo, attendees can take part in
free seminars by associations and other industry groups,
new product and technology presentations by exhibitors,
or one of the paid programs with certification opportunities.
Not only will you find many educational opportunities
there, but you can also head to the show floor and check
out the new and improved equipment available for your

plumbing business.
WORKING ON YOUR SHOWROOM
Superior Plumbing, featured in this issue, has a

5,000-square-foot showroom where customers can
browse and also talk to the professionals doing the
installations.
Its not always easy to just sit down and

plan out the future for your business,
but at some point you have to do it,
otherwise your business will grow stale.
If youve been looking for a way to expand your business, adding a showroom or expanding your current one
might be the way to go. This can help your business in
several ways making you an expert for homeowners
to turn to, providing better products than those at bigbox stores, and creating more work for your plumbing
crews as customers select fixtures theyll want in their
home or business.
If you are looking at adding a showroom, take a page
out of Superior Plumbings handbook and pair up with
a manufacturer. Early on, Superior paired up with Kohler
to display a majority of their products and customers
have come in looking specifically for those items.
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The staff at Superior Plumbing

includes (from left) co-owner Steve
Conduff, apprentice Brian Conduff,
co-owner Greg Lee, treasurer Pat
Conduff, President Archie Conduff
and accountant Teresa Lee.
Making It
50 YEARS
Ability to change with the market has provided Superior

Plumbing the foundation to succeed in an evolving industry
By Marian Bond | Photography by Christopher Clark
Superior Plumbing, Wichita, Kansas

OWNERS
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SERVICES
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WEBSITE
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Archie Conduff, Steve Conduff, Greg Lee

1966
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Plumbing, heating, air conditioning and medical gas piping
Primarily residential, some commercial
superiorplumbingict.com
Apprentice Brian Condufff installs a

sink in the companys showroom.
hen Archie Conduff founded

his plumbing company 50 years
ago, he knew he wanted to focus
on new home construction. In
1966, homes were springing up everywhere,
and Archie saw an opportunity for Superior
Plumbing.
Now, with more family involved in the
company, market changes have forced the company to move into more of the service and
repair areas of the industry. Im not sure how
willing we were to change the direction of the
company, but as the market changed we were
loosely forced to go in the new direction, says
Steve Conduff, Archies son and vice president
of the company based in Wichita, Kansas.
In the 1970s and 1980s, the companys
business was composed of about 80 percent
new home construction and 20 percent service
and repair. The 20 percent was largely from

former new home construction clients. The
owners had Superior Plumbings contact
information and called when they needed some
service work.
Now we are seeing our residential service
and repair representing 80 percent of what we
do and 20 percent in the direction of new commercial projects such as restaurants or convenience stores, says Steve.
A CHANGING COMPANY
Archie, 77, remains Superior Plumbings

president and CEO, but he has had to bring on
additional help in the last 20 years. His son,
Steve, came aboard in 1981 after graduating
from high school. Archies son-in-law, Greg
Lee, was hired in the mid-1990s as project
manager.
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Im not sure how willing we were to change the

direction of the company, but as the market changed
we were loosely forced to go in the new direction.
Steve worked for his dad as a youngster

pushing a broom in the shop, but after
Steve Conduff
completing high school he started his
duties as an apprentice. He then advanced
to a journeyman and now has his master
We devote a lot of time and resources on the service
plumber license and master mechanical contractor license.
side now, Steve says.
He was named vice president in the 1990s.
It was around the mid-2000s when Steve noticed the
shift in the market and the need to go from new construc- FULL SLATE OF SERVICES
tions to service and repair. Most plumbing contractors
Beyond the typical service and repair work the comrealize there are almost two different types of operations, pany takes on, Superior also offers services related to HVAC.
he says. Its rare when you have a company doing both Steve says the company fields more service calls for air-connew construction and service and repair successfully.
ditioning units than heaters because those units sit
As Superior made the shift, Steve saw the need to add outdoors.
staffing, mainly on the inside office side of the business.
We have a lot of cottonwood trees and that cottonWe had to ramp up, we needed at least one person wood will get sucked into the condenser coils and cause
inside for every three service techs on the outside, Steve problems, Steve says. There are also more components
says. We had more scheduled calls and we needed com- running that can have a problem as opposed to a heating
munication with the customer. We had more ordering of system.
materials and supplies, and then we had to process the
Many of the components to HVAC systems are availinvoices. It was a big switch for us.
able on each of the companys eight service vans, but SupeBack in the days of just doing new construction, the rior Plumbing also has a supply house they turn to. It is
company would have one foreman on site with a half-dozen impossible to have every part for every need on one truck,
plumbers and one person at the office handling the billing says Steve. We try to maintain inventory and keep it fresh
for that job. Now, the company processes as many as 15 to and organized and restocked. Computers have helped a
20 invoices a day.
lot. Weve been automated since the mid-90s.
Co-owner Greg Lee works with a customer on

selecting plumbing fixtures. The companys
showroom is over 5,000 square feet and features
many manufacturers products, including Kohler.
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Brian Conduff loads his work

van before heading to a job. The
company uses a computerized
inventory system to ensure the
vans are fully stocked with items
that are likely to be used on jobs.
Steve takes advantage of

manufacturer training when
it comes to HVAC systems
and his employees.
The HVAC manufacturers have helped by offering
training for their equipment,
Steve says. Their sales people are trained to sell and
instruct how to operate the
units.
STOREFRONT SERVICE
For those homeowners who want to pick out their own

fixtures, Superior Plumbing has offered a storefront showroom
since the company opened. In 1985, we remodeled our
warehouse and expanded our offices and showroom to better
serve our custom home builder clients, Steve says. We
expanded our showroom again in the mid-90s.
The showroom now sits at 5,000 square feet. The
company partners with Kohler in its Registered Showroom
program. The showroom also features products from Delta,

Moen, GROHE, The Onyx Collection and Gerber, as well
as heating and air conditioning units from Rheem and
American Standard. The company sells water heaters from
State Water Heaters (A. O. Smith), along with tankless
water heaters from Noritz.
Along with the showroom is the companys parts
department, with over $300,000 worth of inventory.
A family atmosphere
For a company to last 50 years or more, it takes hard work and the ability to treat customers fairly
and with integrity.
Steve Conduff, one of the three owners of Superior Plumbing, says his father, Archie, is a big part
of why the Wichita, Kansas,-based company has survived 50 years. He has basic honest business
practices, Steve says.
Archie founded the company in 1966, and it remains family-owned today with Steve, and Archies
son-in-law, Greg Lee, coming on as owners. Steves 19-year-old son, Brian, has also joined the team
as an apprentice. Steves mother, Pat, and sister, Teresa Lee, also work in the business.
Making this a successful business comes down to open communication, fairness and meshing the
different personalities, Steve says. Its also about finding the right position for the right person. Uncle
Bob might be a great plumber, but if you put him in the office that could be a big mistake. You have to
identify their strengths, even in your own family.
The company celebrated 50 years with a reception last fall. Steve expects a bright future ahead for
Superior Plumbing.
My dream for the company is to carry on my fathers business values and integrity, Steve says.
Living up to my fathers reputation will be my greatest challenge.
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Brian Conduff finishes

installing a shower unit.
Steve admits that showroom sales arent what they used

to be when the company was just doing new home construction, but he does see DIY homeowners coming into
the showroom to look at quality products or get expert
advice. On occasion, the customer will also have Superior
Plumbing perform the installation.
We also have customers coming into the showroom
and asking for help with a fixture purchased from a bigbox store, but we have no way of fixing it because the products arent the same that we sell, Steve says. We have
Kohler parts, but Kohler sells a different product to the
big-box stores. We can provide for Kohler products we sell
or have sold.
Steve says everyone helps with the showroom. Four of
the main offices face the showroom and have glass doors
to see when customers enter.
CONTINUING TO CHANGE
Steve expects continued changes for the industry and

sees it heading toward operating like other construction
trades selling mainly labor and supplies. In our shop,
we have always tried being good merchandisers over the
years, providing our customers with a full-service plumbing
shop, Steve says. Willingness to diversify has contributed
to our success.
Steve says while the company will change with the
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market, it wont change in other ways: We have provided

a positive workplace and fostered personal growth with
our employees while providing our customers with value-driven service and quality products.
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project managers who create estimates manually, to office
staffers who process invoices, this blizzard of forms and
documents creates a time suck that crimps productivity
and prevents technicians from posting more billable hours.
Tired of the paper chase, GreenTeam Service Corp. in
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, developed its own business-management software that has created a virtually paperless
operation. The results? Higher levels of productivity, both
in the office and out in the field. Rapid sales growth (from
$600,000 in gross revenue in 2010, when the system kicked
into gear, to just shy of $5 million in 2015), better profit
margins, and happier technicians, says James Terry, president of the company, which he established in 2009.
Fort Lauderdale, FL
COMPANY
GreenTeam Service Corp.
LOCATION
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
OWNER
TOOL
FEATURES
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James Terry
Business-management
software, developed in-house
Streamlined dispatching,
more efficient processing
and/or development of time
cards, work orders, project
bids and invoices
About $50,000 over five
years to develop software
Heres what the technicians at GreenTeam Service Corp. see on

their cellphones when they pull up a work order. Its called the tech
mobile dashboard. Technicians can review jobs in their queue
by hitting the refresh button. When the office assigns a job to
the tech, the work orders show up in their mobile list. The tech then
opens a work order, views the scope and address, selects the
hyperlink address, and is routed to the job. Once on site, the tech
selects on site, which in turn changes the status, and the office
can see it in real time. Once the work is done, the technician
selects his materials used, time spent on the job, and submits.
This is the site where all the employees

communicate with office staff in the
program. Pictures and statuses are
submitted by the technicians, and office
staff gives a plan of action.
The map gives the dispatch team a birdseye view of the job locations, which they
then compare with vehicle locations to
make routing easier. The pins on the
map represent jobs, with colors
corresponding to the status of each job.
We built the software from the

ground up, says Terry, whose company primarily does commercial
plumbing and drain cleaning work
throughout southern Florida. It
employs 30 people and owns 13 service vehicles, either GMC 3500s or
Transit Connect 2500s. It started out
as a work order dispatch system but
over the years, Ive added things to it
and taken things away.
You can buy contractor software
that does the same things, he continues. But its built by engineers and
its overly complicated to use it can
take months to train people on it. Our
software, on the other hand, does
things in, say, three steps as opposed to 10 steps. And it
also saves and stores all of our client data, too.
In the field, the system helps technicians work more
efficiently by eliminating time-consuming phone calls
with dispatchers and eliminating daily trips to the office
to pick up work orders (technicians take their service
vehicles home at night). By 7 a.m., the office has emailed
individual work schedules to each technicians smartphone.
Then they use a mobile web app to open work orders. The
order contains the name of the customer, contact information
and a description of the work required. It also automatically
provides a GPS-generated map. If the technician has to
call the customer, all they need to do is press on the phone
number listed in the work order, Terry says.
When a job is finished, the technician goes back into
the work order and enters the time and materials, as well
as a quick description of what they did, Terry explains.
After that, its all live someone in the office can open
the work order, process it and invoice the client. The average
time savings? About 30 minutes per invoice, which at

roughly 20 invoices a day comes out to 10 hours.
That, in turn, has allowed the company to more efficiently allocate staff, redirecting the duties of a full-time
employee from drafting invoices all day to working on
accounts receivable. As a municipal- and commercial-service contractor, most of our clients are on net-30 or -60
day (payment cycle), so we have to stay on top of all those
receivables, Terry notes. Cash flow benefits the most from
this process and essentially is what drove me to improve
our processes when it comes to invoices.
The software also enables project managers to create
job estimates faster. In essence, they pull up an estimate
form on a computer in a web-based format, enter the labor
hours and material required, then hit another button that
emails the estimate to the customer. Once a customer
receives the estimate, they can easily click on an approve
estimate link that notifies the office that the bid was
accepted.
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the system creates a lot of extra

Overall,
time for our technicians to work versus
spending time at the office.
James Terry
The system also performs a myriad of other efficiency-enhancing functions. For example, technicians used to
fill out time cards manually, then waste time and fuel on
trips to the office to drop them off for processing. But the
management system automatically builds a weekly time
card for employees. It also features a group-chat function
that provides more efficient communication with technicians, who can also use it to post digital photos of unfamiliar repair situations. That allows other technicians and
managers to weigh in with suggestions for solving the problem. All photos are saved in an online gallery, he says.
In addition, technicians can take a digital photo of a
sink, for example, or some other item needed for a job. Then
the project managers can access the photo at any time and
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order the sink and any other required parts even use the
photo to prepare a bid. That saves us a lot of time because
no one ever has to drive back to the job to take another look
at the problem, Terry notes.
Overall, the system creates a lot of extra time for our
technicians to work versus spending time at the office, he
adds. And our management team can see all the data being
entered live, so theres no need to call technicians with questions and interrupt their work.
How does the software impact the companys bottom
line? Thats difficult to quantify, Terry says. But he notes
that it plays an important role in scaling up his business
to where it is today (its posting triple-digit growth annually). I can tell you that if you compare things now to how
it was when we were making 25 phone calls per technician
per day, were communicating a lot more with customers
instead of the technicians, he says. And if youre doing
that, youre spending a lot more time playing offense instead
of playing defense.
In addition, were 100 percent paperless, he adds. We
dont print pictures, reports, work orders or time cards.
Everything is basically processed through the internet. So
there are savings from that, too.
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Dan Jones
Maximize HVAC system performance with UV-C lamps designed

to kill and prevent the growth of microorganisms By Dan Jones
nsuring HVAC systems maintain optimal performance is a constant challenge. Over time, they
inevitably become less energy-efficient as mold,
biofilm and other organic compounds accumulate on cooling coils, restricting airflow and shortening equipment
life. Evidence shows that up to a 25 percent drop in capacity can occur within five years or less of startup.
As coil performance degrades, the ability to maintain
temperature setpoints can be compromised, due to a
decrease of heat transfer and restricted airflow brought
about by increased coil pressure drop. In an attempt to
clean coils, facility managers often resort to manual pressure
washing or chemical treatments these methods are
costly, labor-intensive and, worst of all, temporary. The
coils will foul again and require further attention.

A much more efficient and permanent solution to coil
fouling and the inefficiencies it brings is ultraviolet-C (UVC) technology, which uses light in the UV-C spectrum to
kill and prevent the growth of virtually all known
microorganisms.
Installed downstream of the cooling coil in the direction
of airflow, UV-C lamps can return HVAC systems to their
original design performance standards, or as-built
conditions, in as little as 90 days. Improving heat transfer
efficiency and reducing coil pressure drop slashes energy
use by 10 to 25 percent on average.
Applied in new systems, UV-C lamps prevent the
buildup of organic material, thus maintaining the original
heat transfer capacity, design pressure
drop and the amount of energy needed
to provide the necessary amount of
cooling and ventilation.
UV-C lamps can

return HVAC systems
to their original
design performance
standards, or
as-built conditions,
in as little as 90 days.
A technician installs an X-Plus UV-C lamp
in an air-handling unit. Applied in new
systems, UV-C lamps prevent the buildup
of organic material.
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Installing UV-C lamps in HVAC systems can, therefore,

achieve the following benefits:
Level 1 HVAC system efficiency: Removing/
preventing the buildup of organic material on the surfaces
of cooling coils, drain pans and interior duct surfaces to
improve airflow, return and maintain the heat transfer
levels of cooling coils to as-built conditions and reduce
maintenance.
Level 2 Indoor air quality: UV-C improves airflow
levels and eliminates organic material on surfaces, which
helps improve indoor air quality by reducing airborne
pathogens and odors. This improves occupant productivity,
boosts comfort levels and reduces sick time.
Level 3 Economic impact: The impact UV-C has
on mechanical systems and occupants translates into
substantial economic benefits.These savings include
reductions in energy consumption cost and related carbon
emissions, reductions in hot/cold complaints and
maintenance actions associated with occupant comfort,
reductions in system downtime and staff time needed for
chemical or mechanical cleaning, and increased occupant
satisfaction and productivity.
Costing as little as 8 cents per cfm, UV-Cs expense is
more than compensated for by the improved energy
UV-C lamps can return HVAC systems to their original design

performance standards, or as-built conditions.
efficiencies and reduced labor and maintenance it makes

possible. For example, an installed price for adding UV-C
technology to a 10,000 cfm system could be a low as $800.
The systems are also simple to install and maintain. In
fact, product designs are emerging that allow installation
of UV-C in air-handling units in under an hour.
Overall, UV-C improves efficiency and lowers operating
expenses, and its more effective than pressure washing
and chemical treatments. As HVAC specialists, its technology
you should be familiar with, and its a solution your
customers should know about.
Dan Jones is the president of UV Resources, based in Santa Clarita, California.
For more information, go to www.uvresources.com.
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Smart
BUSINESS
On the
ROAD
Judy Kneiszel
Product
FOCUS
Give Your Tired Old Office a Facelift

Sprucing up the dcor of company headquarters during the slow
season can usher employees into spring with renewed energy
ByProduct
Judy Kneiszel
NEWS
hether your plumbing operation employs five

or 50, its home base the office says as
much about your business as your trucks. Time
and money spent renovating could be a valuable
investment.
Like it or not, first impressions stick. An out-of-date
facility givesCase
visitors the impression a company doesnt care
STUDIES
about appearances.
If potential customers see your office
is looking worn, they may assume you dont care how your
business looks and jump to the conclusion that you dont
pay attention to cleanliness and condition of your work
either. This is not the image you want to project.
IS IT TIME TO REMODEL?
Updated office space can impress customers who visit
occasionally as well as potential employees who are more
likely to want to work for a company with clean, contemporary facilities. An office facelift can be a morale boost
for longtime employees too.
After spending at least five days a week in the same
office, month after month, year after year, you and your
co-workers may take the space for granted, but its possible your office isnt working as well as it could. Try to see
it with fresh eyes and consider:
Is there a lack of storage? Is every surface covered
and every closet and cabinet cluttered?
Is there a shortage of workspace? Are workers practically on top of each other? Is it easy to get around
or could traffic flow use some improvement?
Does the office give visitors a negative impression
of your business? Is the dcor dated? Is the furniture mismatched and worn? Does the color scheme
scream 1990? Or are you screaming, what color
scheme?
Is your office too hot in summer, too cold in winter,
or frequently too hot and too cold on the same day?
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Does it sometimes feel damp?

Is the lighting too dim or too harsh? Is there little
natural light coming in?
Are there places for employees to collaborate as well
as have privacy when necessary?
Are your office energy bills too high?
Overall, could the people who work in your office
space be more comfortable, happy and productive
on the job?
Answering yes to any or all of these questions means
your office could do with some sprucing up. Whether that
means a thorough cleaning, some rearranging and a fresh
coat of paint, or a complete remodel with all new furniture, fixtures and floor coverings depends on your needs
and budget.
WHAT DOES YOUR OFFICE NEED?

Begin by looking at your office with a critical eye and
then by getting input from all employees and customers.
Its a waste of money to remodel without input from those
who actually use the space daily, because you may miss
opportunities to fix problems. There may be issues youre
not even aware of.
Once youve gotten input, divide suggestions into must
have items, would be nice items and no way items.
This will help you with budgeting. For example, if an
employee notes that loose carpet in an area of the office is
becoming a tripping hazard, new flooring is a must have.
If an employee would like a $5,000 massaging desk chair,
scale back on this no way item with a compromise would
be nice item.
This is also the optimum time to contact your utility
and schedule an energy audit. Including energy-efficient
lighting, efficient heating and cooling, increased insulation, ENERGY STAR appliances, and insulated windows
in a remodel can have a return on investment that makes
them wise investments. Also, a utility representative can

tell you if there are rebates available when purchasing energy-efficient equipment.
Improving insulation and updating your heating and
cooling systems may not be glamorous improvements, but
the ability to maintain a consistent, comfortable temperature year-round will be greatly appreciated by employees,
and could save on utility costs.
Once you know what you want in a remodel, its time
to find out what you can afford. Talk to several contractors and get their design and construction ideas, input and
estimates.
MODERN OFFICE TRENDS

As you think about remodeling, you may want to consider some of the current trends in office design that experts
say will help you get the most out of your space and your
workers. While it might just seem like simple paint and
lightbulbs to you, there are lots of people analyzing office
design in order to determine which paint, lightbulbs and
other design factors increase worker happiness and
productivity.
Wide-open spaces. Knocking down walls will make
your space look and feel larger. Gone are the days of floorto-ceiling walls dividing desks. Individual cubicles have
given way to corrals or clusters of desks. The private corner
office for top brass that few workers ever enter has given way
to managers being out amongst the people.
New types of seating. Office desk options have increased
in recent years. Alternatives to the standard office desk and
chair include high tables, standing desks, treadmill desks
and adjustable-height desks. If youve been on a college campus lately, youve seen that students are provided a wide
range of places to work both independently and collaboratively in student centers and college libraries. As those students enter the workforce, they may want to continue that
style of working where they take their laptop from their traditional workstation to a sunny window one day, or to a
comfy couch in a secluded corner the next.
Collaborative spaces. Having one large windowless
conference room is out. Having multiple smaller meeting
rooms is in. Community tables out in the open where a
number of employees can sit and confer, or one or two have
ample room to spread out and work collaboratively on a
project are also becoming popular.
Include areas for privacy. Office space designers understand that everyone needs to make a private call or just be
undisturbed with their own thoughts occasionally, so as
popular as open-concept office spaces are, its still necessary
to have a few places with doors where employees can shut
themselves off.
An out-of-date
facility gives visitors
the impression a
company doesnt
care about
appearances.
Go au natural. To help
relieve stress in the workplace,
designers go back to nature.
Natural surfaces like wood
and stone are popular, and
the calming colors found in
nature are frequently used in
decorating.
Let there be light. Just as
the colors of nature are soothing, so is looking at nature
itself. Adding skylights, increasing window size, and getting
rid of heavy, darkening window treatments lets the light
shine in, which can cut down on utility costs too.
Writing on the wall. In collaborative seating areas,
covering walls with chalkboard paint or dry-erase paint
encourages impromptu brainstorming.
Hide the cords. Offices designed and built before
technology took over the workplace often have tangles of
cables and cords everywhere. Wireless technology as well
as innovative solutions for hiding wires and cords will cut
the cluttered look.
Make it easy to be green. Incorporate green technologies
in your remodel, from energy-efficient lighting to low-flow
toilets and water-efficient faucets. In the kitchen area, include
bins for sorting recyclables.
Flexible spaces. Be sure your office design isnt so
stringent that theres no room to add more employees or
rearrange things if staffing decreases.
GETTING IT DONE
Remodeling is stressful. You probably dont have the
luxury of shutting down for a couple weeks to do a big office
renovation all at once. To decrease business interruption
as much as possible, plan any remodel for your least busy
time of the year. Encourage employees to take the vacation
time theyve got coming during the remodel or allow people to work at home if possible. Then work with your contractor to find ways to keep the business running smoothly
through the renovation. Maybe this means moving everyone to half the facility while the other half is being worked
on and then moving to the finished half while the project
is completed.
Remodeling will be a bit of a hassle while the work is
being done. But once its completed youll have a company
headquarters you can be proud to invite potential clients
to visit and a happier, more productive staff.
Judy Kneiszel has operated her own small business for about 20 years and is
familiar with the many rewards and challenges of ownership. Write to her with
questions, comments or topic suggestions at thewordhouse@ameritech.net.
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First
RESPONDERS
Rapid Response Halts Flood Damage

California plumber findsIndustry
misaligned pipes due to ground settlement
INSIDER
and guides family throughout
the repair process By Paul Nicolaus
hen Boris MacDonald, drain

tech nicia n w it h A r row
Pipeline Repair, dba Pacific
Drain & Plumbing, was dispatched to
handle a late-night emergency call, he
arrived at a residential setting to deal
with a backed up sewer line and the
related fallout.
And that fallout was already severe.
When water was used without an
awareness of the existing blockage, it
created significant flooding damage. An
entire section of the house is positioned
about a foot lower than the rest, and this
lower section including the master
bedroom was filled with sewage.
The family was in a panic, recalled
field specialist Ryan Colgan, because this
was happening late at night, they didnt
understand why it was happening, and
it was frightening to see just how quickly
the problem impacted their home.
FAST FIX
Drain technician Boris MacDonald (left) and field specialist Ryan Colgan stand in the
warehouse at Pacific Drain & Plumbing in Escondido, California.
We were able to open up the drain, so we were able

to fix the immediate problem and allow the water to drain
down, Colgan says, noting that this quick solution using
a Spartan 300 sewer machine helped prevent any additional damage. They were really happy that we were able
to get on it right away that night and not put them off.
In situations where remediation work is needed, it is
the companys practice to leave customers with three
approved vendor referrals. From there, the customer
chose one and that company was called to begin the process of drying out the portion of the home impacted by
the sewage spill and flooding damage.
The following day, Colgan arrived on site once again
to ensure that the problem had been contained and that
the remediation work was underway.
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Vista, CA
COMPANY Arrow Pipeline Repair Inc.,
dba Pacific Drain & Plumbing
OWNERS Lane Post, Kevin Post

and Casey Post
LOCATION Vista, California

SERVICE AREA San Diego County
FOUNDED 1975
SPECIALTY Plumbing, drain cleaning,
sewer line repair and
sewer line rehabilitation
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Pacific Drain & Plumbing President Kevin Post in the company shop.
DIGGING DEEPER
After helping restore a sense of normalcy for the customers, Colgan set out to identify the source of the problem as well. Using a RIDGID sewer camera with a CS10
color monitor, he searched for
possible causes at the root of
the emergency call.
They were really
With my sewer camera I
was able to identify in the
happy that we
front yard a severe misalignwere able to get
ment in the sewer pipe, he
on it right away
says. The issue was more than
likely caused by natural setthat night and not
tling, which is common where
put them off.
the plumbing changes from
plastic to metal. Plumbing
Ryan Colgan
code dictates the use of rubber couplings in these scenarios, he explained, but it doesnt
take much to offset.
With an offset, we cant use any lining or any of the
newer technologies, Colgan says. We just have to dig it
up and repair it. Following his inspection, he put together
a proposal for the repair work that recommended digging down about five feet, cutting out a 3-foot section of
pipe, and rebuilding it from there.
When handling this type of work, he noted the care
that the company and its people put into securing repairs
properly in order to prevent any future misalignments.
We usually put a rock base and some concrete along the
repair section, he says, and the compaction helps fend
off future sags in the land.
It is important to hire the right company to handle
emergency plumbing requests effectively, explains Kevin
Post, president. And from his perspective, the ability to
offer all forms of sewer line repair and rehabilitation
pipe lining, pipe bursting and the traditional dig and
repair is an advantage when it comes to providing a
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SPOTLIGHT
Hybrid Grinding
Grinder from Ashland Pump combines
two cutting technologies By Craig Mandli
The AGP-HC200 includes double-edged sword grinding technology, according to Jason Davis, Ashland Pumps
director of engineering. Its cutter includes both radial and
axial cutters that the company claims are designed to handle the flushable items that arent always so flushable.
Most of the grinder pumps out there are radial, but
with the new waste stream, you need the scissor-cutting
action that axial cutters provide, especially for wipes, says
Davis. We designed this pump to provide the best of what
you can expect from radial and axial systems.
The hybrid cutting system chops and cuts fibrous material, while turning soft solids into slurry. Not only are downstream solids minimized, preventing
clogging, the radial cutters continue to
make slurry that can be filtered through
most septic and lift station filtration systems. The cutter system has serrations that
grab fibers while maintaining strength and
holding an edge, while a slinger system
prevents the wrapping of shop rags and
other fibrous material that can lead
to clogging.
Weve been doing some pretty extensive testing on this unit in the field over
the last year, and its passed all our tests
with flying colors, says Davis. One issue
you can see with axial pumps is clogging
when the blades get dull. The radial portion of this pump helps stop that clogging,
as the blades dont dull as easily.
The pump includes an ergonomic handle/lifting bail, quick-connect power and
control cords, a choice of internal or external start components, Viton O-rings, an
energy-efficient motor, a double-row anguJason Davis, left, director of engineering for Ashland Pump, points out some of the
features of the new AGP-HC200 Grinder Pump, while holding a model of the pumps
lar-contact lower bearing, and the choice
hybrid axial/radial cutting system. The system is designed to chop fibrous materials into
of either vertical or horizontal discharge.
pieces small enough to pass through a small-diameter discharge, while also transforming
Its a unit that Davis feels is a good fit across
soft solids into slurry. (Photo by Craig Mandli)
a variety of applications.
he wipes problem has pump manufacturers playing catch-up. Most grinder pumps on the market
have radial cutters, which grind waste into a fine
slurry. Those are susceptible to clogging, though. Axial
cutters, on the other hand, can chop refuse into pieces
small enough to pass through a small-diameter discharge.
Those axial cutters, however, still leave solids in the waste
stream that can clog filters and downstream piping. Ashland Pump attempts to solve both problems with the
AGP-HC200 Grinder Pump, which the company featured
at the 2016 Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment &
Transport Show.
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Were getting great results from our

testing in the field. Its an innovation that
were feeling very positive about.
Jason Davis
Its certainly a solid fit for residential and light

commercial settings, and can be used with septic systems
or low-pressure sewer discharge, he says. Its also a
technology that is scalable up to wastewater treatment
plant units. The wipes issue is certainly one that we see
across multiple areas, and this technology is our answer
for that.
While the AGP-HC200 was officially rolled out at the
WWETT Show, Davis says Ashland Pump has had several
units being beta tested in the field over the last year. The
company also bounced the new technology idea off many
longtime customers. The feedback was positive.
Many of our customers came to the show this year
just to see and learn about this pump, says Davis. Ive
spoken with many people who are pretty excited to give
it a try. Were getting great results from our testing in the
f ield. It s a n i nnovat ion t hat were feel i ng ver y
positive about.
Ashland Pump is a longtime exhibitor at the WWETT
Show, and Davis says the company makes a point of rolling
out its new technology annually in Indianapolis. He says
that while the AGP-HC200 wasnt quite ready for release
at show time, the goal was to have it available to the market
by early summer at the latest.
I feel that this technology will revolutionize the
grinder pump market, says Davis. 855/281-6830;
www.ashlandpump.com.
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ABUSINESS
Strong Family Business
Well-drilling company has stayed steady over 58 years,

fighting off economy woes and drought By Marian Bond
Product
FOCUS
eing a well driller in a state where there has been

a drought for several years can be a tough task.
While many well drillers throughout Nevada have
shut their doors
because of the economy woes and the
Product
drought, the
owners
of W.M. Blain Well Drill & Pump in
NEWS
Carson City, Nevada, have been going strong.
Founded in 1958 by William and Wanda Blain, the
company is still at work today under the ownership of
Wandas son, Tom Benedict, and his wife, Susan.
After working on and off here when I was younger
and trying not to be involved with the company that my
mom and stepfather owned, I finally came back in 1995,
says Tom.
The company
Case now serves most of Nevada and
California.STUDIES
Q: What do you see happening in the business now?

A: We are incredibly busy. We are booked up for many
weeks in advance for drilling. It is a very good time right

now, but when the economy was down because of the
downturn in the stock market, business was slow. There
was no new construction going on and it was a struggle.
We did a lot of service work like cleaning out and pump
work. We serviced a lot of existing wells.
Q: Who are your customers?

A: Primarily residential. The majority are here in Nevada
and then some in California. New construction is booming right now, but we know that could be short-term because
it goes in cycles. You get real busy and things catch up and
slow way down. Our service work is very consistent. A lot
of older wells are being replaced and some are being deepened now because of the drought our state has had. A large
part of our business is drilling and there are only a couple
of drilling companies left here.
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Q: Do you recommend
water testing?
A: I leave that up to the
customer. On a new well

people like to see what
they have. With a new
well it takes months to
settle in. Our state does
not have water requirements for domestic use
when it comes to quality.
California tests every well
Tom Benedict
for water quality, but in
Nevada we do not do that, its all up to the customer. However, Nevada is much stricter than California as far as drilling and the sanitary seals and water rights. Some of the
other companies in our area do more well testing than we
do, but that is because we are so busy with other things.
Q: What kind of licensing is required in Nevada?

A: We have to do a minimum of eight hours continuing edu-
cation every year. It is a state requirement to renew a drillers license. You have to also be a Nevada State Contractor
to run the business. My licensed drillers renew every year.
I dont care how many years you have done this, you will
always learn something new.
Q: What about the Nevada Legislatures Subcommittee to Study

Water and a bill coming up in 2017 regarding water wells?
A: I was getting lots of calls and emails about that in August.
I called the State Division of Water Resources and it was

explained that in two areas of southern Nevada they had
some concerns regarding cutting back on water usage.
They were trying to come up with a plan where they would
have control over domestic wells. They dont have any control right now over domestic water. If they were to pass a
rule like this it would be statewide, and that is what got

people upset.
Q: What are the conditions in water that you see?

A: As to quality, generally water in Nevada is totally potable.
There are some levels of arsenic, which is a concern in some

areas. We see iron, hard water and manganese in the water
here. When we do drilling we see all different kinds of
conditions form hard rock to clays, sands and volcanic rock.
We have just about every variety you can think of.
Q: Are there special tools that are essential?

A: You need a well rig and a pump setter. We work with a
lot of pump manufacturers, both centrifugal and submersible pumps. We buy from Goulds, Grundfos, Franklin, to
name a few.
Q: What are some typical problems with wells?

A: Electrical problems with the pumps or something caus-
The well contractors here all work

together; were a pretty tight bunch.
her the first licensed woman well driller in the state. She
loved being a woman in a mans world, and loved the challenges, although she never spent a day out there drilling a
well. She ran the company.
Q: What do you see for the future of the industry?

A: I think we will see steady growth. I dont think the boom
we are in now is going to last as far as new construction

goes. It could stop next year.
Q: Do you expect to see many new homes being built

where there is not city water?
A: I do, but city water is expanding. They are constantly
expanding municipal water systems. That trend will continue.
ing the pump not to work. Most are fixable problems. We

see a lot of wells with depleted resources. We find wells that
need to be deepened and a lot need to be replaced. That is
ongoing and makes for a busy time.
Q: Is your company open 24/7 to handle emergencies?

A: We are not. With five employees we dont have a crew for
that. We basically are six days a week. If I get a call on our

off hours, I will tell the caller when we can get to them or I
will try to help over the phone if I can talk them through a
scenario where they can fix it themselves. I will also refer
them to someone else. The well contractors here all work
together; were a pretty tight bunch.
Q: Do you do anything special to promote the company?

A: We have been here since 1958. We are established and the
name has been here for a long time. We have a good reputation and I have a great crew. My well driller has been with
me for over 15 years. We stay busy all the time.
Q: Your mother was a well driller also,

what was her experience in the industry?
A: My mother was a bookkeeper until she married Bill Blain.
She was not about to let her husband be the only well driller
in the family. She applied for her own license in 1978. Even
a disappointing rejection from the Contractors Board did
not stop her. Although the board did not feel confident in
her skills, Nevada Gov. Mike OCallaghan did, and made
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Product
FOCUS
Well Product
Water Service/Water Conditioning | By Craig Mandli
NEWS
Controls
Franklin Electric
SubDrive 50 Connect
The 5 hp SubDrive 50 Connect

variable-frequency drive from Franklin ElectricCase
provides constant water
pressure throughout
the chosen locaSTUDIES
tion. It will run a 3 hp, single-phase
motor, and includes a standard
Enhanced Features software package with an analog pressure transducer with user-selectable setpoint, moisture (or wet floor)
sensor, and system run and fault relays. Using the FE Connect Wi-Fi app, contractors can benefit from the advantages of drawdown, an auxiliary control input, and the
built-in duplex alternator. The drive platform optimizes
system performance, delivers more precise pressure and
system diagnostics onscreen, simplifies lead-lag installation, and provides contractors peace of mind. 260/8242900; www.franklinwater.com.
Goulds Water Technology,

a Xylem brand, Aquavar SOLO 2
The Aquavar SOLO 2 from Goulds

Water Technology, a Xylem brand, is a
constant-pressure controller that automatically monitors household water
demand, delivering constant pressure
when multiple water sources are in use.
The controller is compatible with any
manufacturers motor and can be retrofit to all conventional systems. It is designed with a userfriendly information center that includes a fade-resistant
LED display showing system pressure, speed and current,
as well as an error log. It includes a dual setpoint and a
programmable output relay that can control another device
such as a pump or send a status signal to a monitoring
device. An integrated output motor filter protects the
motor from voltage spikes and limits electrical interference with devices like telephones, televisions and garage
door openers.It contains a soft-start motor that requires
less energy at startup and extends the pump and motor
life. 866/325-4210; www.goulds.com.
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See Water WS Series
WS Series simplex control panels from See Water are ideal for sewage pump chambers, grinder pumps,
sump pump basins and lift stations.
T he system has a clea r-f ront
NEMA-4X heavy-duty polycarbonate enclosure, an IEC contactor, a
motor-protective switch, individual float status indicator,
and dry contacts for high liquid, pump run and pump fault.
They are UL listed. 888/733-9283; www.seewaterinc.com.
SJE-Rhombus VARIOspeed
VARIOspeed constantpressure controls from SJERhombus offer an economical,
pre-engineered solution for
va riable-speed pumping
appl ic at ion s , i nc lud i ng
submersible deep well, booster and irrigation pumps. They
have a factory-programmed variable-frequency drive in a
NEMA 1 or NEMA 3R enclosure with a user-friendly keypad
and backlit display for easy installation and setup. Both styles
are available in 1.5 through 20 hp, and include the LCD
display. They automatically control the pump speed to
maintain a constant discharge pressure. The visualization
and configuration of the system is simplified using pump
terminology to allow non-VFD experts a greater comfort
level with the drive. The system offers PID control, adjustable
electronic overload, auto-start on pressure drop (adjustable)
and auto-stop on low Hz (no-flow/sleep mode). They include
a 0 to 200 psi pressure transducer, and are UL/cUL listed.
888/342-5753; www.sjerhombus.com.
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AHR
In thePREVIEW
SHOP
Lighting Up Vegas
AHR Expo set to highlight the newest products and
educational opportunities in the industry By Cory Dellenbach
ore than 2,000 exhibiting companies

showing off the newest products in the
HVAC and plumbing industry will greet
attendees of the 2017 International Air Conditioning,
Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) in
late January in Las Vegas.
The show, running from Monday, Jan. 30, to
Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Las Vegas Convention
Center, is expected to draw crowds of 60,000 industry
professionals from every state and 150 countries worldwide.
Last year, 60,374 people attended the AHR Expo in
Orlando, Florida, with 2,063 companies exhibiting, covering
469,540 square feet.
SPECIAL FLOOR SECTIONS
There are three product sections within the show floor:

the Building Automation and Control Showcase, the Software
Center, and the Indoor Air Quality Association Pavilion.
The sections allow attendees with specific interests to focus
their time in that area with a range of similar products.
The Building Automation and Control Showcase is
designated for energy and facility management systems,
climate controls, monitoring systems, wireless and cloudbased systems, and other networked building systems. The
Software Center is for products such as GPS tracking
systems, system design, remote-based and cloud-based
software, and other HVAC-related software.
Within the Indoor Air Quality Association Pavilion,
attendees will find products such as air-quality monitors,
exhaust fans, environmental testing systems and
dehumidifiers.
Exhibitors will display more than 760 different types
of products at this years show.
Exhibitors will be displaying more than 760

different types of products at this years show.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
If youre looking to learn more about a process or

product, this is also the show for you. There are dozens of
free seminars or for credit technical courses from
ASHRAE. Attendees can also sit in on presentations of
new products, or take exams designed by industry
certification providers.
More than 50 free seminars on a range of topics will
keep attendees busy. The seminars are conducted by experts
representing top industry organizations and can last from
one to two hours.
There are also over 80 new product and technology
presentations scheduled, with each lasting about 20 minutes.
Attendees will get an overview of the exhibitors new
product and then see it in action on the exhibit floor.
For more on the educational sessions, including
the paid certificate programs, go towww.ahrexpo.com/
education-overview.
REGISTRATION CONTINUES
Advanced online registration for the show is

complimentary. On-site registration is $30 per badge.
For more i n for m at ion on t he s how, go to
www.ahrexpo.com.
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Professionals will have the opportunity to see the top wastewater tools
and equipment in the industry on the WWETT 2017 show floor
By Craig Mandli
The Water & Wastewater Equipment, Treatment &

Transport Show will fill the Indiana Convention Center
Feb. 22 to 25 with the best products and services the industry has to offer. To make sure you dont miss out on any
of the new, innovative industry offerings in Indianapolis,
be sure to check out the interactive f loor plan on the
WWETT website (www.wwettshow.com). All attendees
are sure to bring home a new idea or product to assist them
in the coming year.
Heres a look at some of the most exciting products
and services that will be on the WWETT Show floor:
Amazing Machinery Viztrac Max
The Viztrac Max camera from

Amazing Machinery has the same
durability and super-slick push cable
as previous Viztrac cameras, with a 22
percent larger 9-inch LCD color display, and a rechargeable lithium-ion
battery pack capable of up to eight hours of field use before
recharge. The unit includes an AC/DC adapter for direct
power supply, a 512 Hz sonde transmitter, and a DVR
recorder that records to standard SD cards. A 4GB card is
included. 800/504-7435; www.amazingmachinery.com;
Booth #3022.
Anua PuraSys SBR
The PuraSyssequencing batch

reactor from Anua batches treatment in cycles, including aerobic
and anaerobic steps, to clean water
and reduce total nitrogen. It
allows nitrification and denitrification to occur in the same chamber, saving space. The
smart controls adjust aeration for varying flows, eliminating excessive air that can lead to system failure through
sludge bulking. Flexible tank configurations include the
retrofit of existing tanks. The system can reduce BOD5
and TSS to less than 10 mg/L and provide greater than 50
percent total nitrogen reduction, according to the manufacturer. It can be scaled up for commercial applications.
336/547-9338;www.anuainternational.com; Booth #4200.
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Aries Anaconda
UV Curing System
The Anaconda UV Curing

System from Aries Industries
pr ov id e s c on s i s t e nt l i n i n g
installation. CCTV inspection
before and during the cure allows any sags and wrinkles in
the lining to be corrected. UV curing requires less equipment,
less setup and smaller crews that reduce service disruptions.
No hot-water usage eliminates the steam truck for less fuel
consumption. Lingering odor and downstream contamination
are prevented. 800/234-7205; www.ariesindustries.com;
Booth #6201.
Bio-Microbics Recover
The Recover greywater

treatment and recycling system from Bio-Microbics helps
reduce water usage by up to
30 percent. It is listed with
IAPMO (International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials) Research &
Testing Inc. Reclaimed Water Conservation System for
Flushing Toilets (Standards CSA B128.1-2006; CSA B128.22006).The built-in safety features not only protect public
health, but go beyond the product standard requirements.
The smart controller further improves the system efficiency
and detects toilet leaks, potentially saving another 13 percent.It includes auto away mode, a self-cleaning filter procedure, auto toilet size detection, and maintenance reminders.
800/753-3278; www.biomicrobics.com; Booth #5231.
Brenlin Company Seal-r
Seal-r septic tank lids from Brenlin

Company create a strong seal between
the septic tank and the riser, eliminating water infiltration between the riser
and the tank. They are made of durable
materials, range from 12 to 42 inches,
and can be personalized with a service providers company
information. The 42-inch lid meets growing demand for
bigger risers to accommodate new technology equipment.
888/606-1998; www.seal-r.com; Booth #5112.
WATER & WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT, TREATMENT & TRANSPORT SHOW

FEB. 22-25, 2017 | Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana
Cam Spray Model

TT4025HZ-350
The Model TT4025HZ350 sewer jet from Cam Spray

is rated to 25 gpm at 4,000 psi
with a Hatz H50 liquid-cooled,
turbocharged diesel engine producing 74 hp. It is EPA Tier
4 Final compliant and comes with a wireless remote to
control engine functions and water flow. It has a hydraulicpowered swivel reel, over-center clutch, 500 feet of 5/8-inch
hose and a 350-gallon tank. The remote control/valve package
was engineered from the ground up. 800/648-5011;
www.camspray.com; Booth #2501.
Chempace bioForce
The bioForce biological line from

Chempace can be used onseptic,
grease trap and municipal lines. From
liquids to private labeled packets,
solutions are biodegradable and environmentally friendly. New bioForce
Maxx drainfield treatment is now available. 800/4235350;www.chempace.com; Booth # 3012.
Crust Busters
The Crust Buster hand-held power agitator from Crust Busters has an 80-inch shaft
and two- or three-blade propeller that mixes
a 1,000-gallon septic tank in five minutes.
Options include 2-, 4-, 6- and 9-foot extensions, and a short three-blade shaft that adapts
to t he t wo-blade u n it . 763/878 -229 6 ;
www.crustbusters.com; Booth #5005.
Duracable DM140
The Duracable DM140 is ideal

for smaller jobs. With a 1/4 hp motor
running at 200 rpm, it can handle
smaller jobs easily. It is easy on the
user, too, as there is no heavy machine
to carry from the truck to the job. It
can be operated horizontally or vertically, and uses 75 feet
of 3/8-inch cable standard or, with the optional flat drum,
75 feet of 1/4-inch cable. The standard package comes with
a revolving arm and a 14-inch enclosed polyethylene reel.
Both reel options are lightweight and keep splatter contained. 877/244-0556; www.duracable.com; Booth #1560.
Ecological Laboratories
PRO-PUMP/HC
PRO-PUMP/HC liquid live bacteria

from Ecological Laboratories is a blend
of over 30 microorganisms selected for
broad-spectrum application in industrial
and wastewater treatment. Its performance
results in the rapid breakdown and
removal of fats, oils and greases that build up in septic
tanks and absorption fields. It is a consortium of vegetative
nonspore-forming bacteria that exhibit performance in
low-oxygen facultative anaerobic environments. Regular
treatment eliminates surface solids, bottom solids and odor,
satisfying customers and making pumpouts more cost
effective. 800/326-7867; www.propump.com; Booth #5261.
Eljen Corporation GSF
The GSF (Geotextile Sand

Filter) from Eljen Corporation
is a non-mechanical advanced
wastewater treatment and dispersal technology. It provides
treatment and dispersal in the
same footprint, while keeping
installations easy and maintenance minimal.It is NSF 40
certified. 800/444-1359; www.eljen.com; Booth #5211.
Envirosight
Quickview airHD
The Quickview airHD camera from Envirosight captures

HD video from sewers, and
transmits it wirelessly to a
touch-screen tablet for live
viewing. Its motorized tilt,
in-manhole centering capability and hands-free stabilization enable easy setup, as both the operators hands remain
free to operate the tablet. It has an HD zoom camera with
30X optical zoom (plus 12X digital) tuned to deliver maximum detail from within pipes. Its Quad-Haloptic light
engine combines four offset LED/reflector pairs to surround
the camera with powerful, focused illumination aligned for
maximum range and optimum viewing at any distance.
866/936-8476; www.envirosight.com; Booth #6024.
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Enz USA Cutting Ball
The water-driven Cutting Ball nozzle from Enz USA moves easily around
curves in 4- to 6-inch PE, steel or concrete pipes while safely removing roots
and mineral deposits, resulting in no
damage to the pipe. It works without impact, but has the
ability to switch to a vibrating nozzle. It has a hard metal
front blade for pipes that are more than 50 percent clogged.
The side blades are self-sharpening and maintain their sharpness over their entire service life. It operates with controlled
rotation speed and is capable of running on recycled water.
It is leakage free. 877/369-8721; www.enzusainc.com; Booth
#1062, 1068.
Forbest Products
1-Inch Mini Self-Leveling Color Camera Head
The high-resolut ion

1-Inch Mini Self-Leveling
Color Camera Head from Forbest Products is available
with a built-in 512 Hz sonde transmitter CHDT-C26, which
comes with durable sapphire glass, stainless steel spring
kit and 15 LED lights. The CHDT-C26 can work with
Forbest portable 65-, 100- or 130-foot fiberglass cable and
reel. With an adapter, it can also be used on 150-, 220-,
300- or 400-foot cable and reel. With the self-leveling function, users can always have upright pictures. 877/369-1199;
www.forbestusa.net; Booth#2271.
General Pipe Cleaners

JM-1000 Mini-Jet
The compact, lightweight

JM-1000 Mini-Jet from General Pipe Cleaners offers an
easy way to clear small lines,
clogged sinks and laundry
drains from 1 1/2 to 3 inches with 1,500 psi of cleaning
power. The powerful little jetter hits the stoppage with a
high-pressure, wall-to-wall water spray and flushes it away.
Pulse helps slide the hose around tight bends and farther
down lines. It resists job site abuse, too, as the pump and
motor assembly are safely contained in a rugged diamond
plate metal case. To protect the unit from damage, a sensor
automatically stops the motor if water stops flowing though
the pump. 800/245-6200; www.drainbrain.com; Booth
#4125.
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Hammelmann Corp.
Pipemaster
TheHammelmann Corp.
Pipemaster is a manually
operated, high-pressure hose
rotating system used to remove
both soft and hard deposits
from the insides of pipes and pipelines, including those with
bends and vertical sections. A high-pressure supply hose
line is fixed between the pump and the rotary joint on the
hose rotating unit. A second hose is connected to the rotary
joint and runs via the deployment unit into a protective
hose to the positioning device at the work piece. The rotation of the second high-pressure hose around its longitudinal axis is effected by a chain drive from a pneumatic motor
to the rotary joint. The rotation speed can be smoothly
adjusted with throttle check valves. 800/783-4935;
www.hammelmann.com; Booth #3107.
Hathorn Corporation Portable
The Portable camera system from

Hathorn Corporation has a small,
compact frame, is lightweight and
easy to use. It includes a 7.4-inch daylight-readable monitor, Wi-Fi video
transfer to any mobile device, 125
feet of pushrod, a text writer and footage counter, 512 Hz sonde transmitter, rechargeable battery
pack, and adjustable lighting. Options include self-leveling
camera heads, USB recording and adjustable sun shield/
monitor cover. 905/604-7040; www.hathorncorp.com;
Booth #5053.
I.S.T. Services Elastotec

Coating System
Create a seamless and durable new

surface inside any pipe material without
damaging existing structures with the
Elastotec Coating System from I.S.T.
Services. It can increase the life span of
pipes with high resistance to pressure
and chemicals. The Elastotec machine is easy to use and
transport, and repairs 1 1/2- to 8-inch pipes with no wasted
material or reinstatements. The spray-and-brush dual-applications system applies an elastoflake coating material
made up of a two-component polyurethane resin. It has a
90-second curing time, is ultra-durable and chemically
resistant. High elasticity avoids the cracks and tension that
can arise form thermal expansion or other mechanical
stress. 858/997-0004; www.ist-web.com; Booth #6038.

Infiltrator Water
Technologies IM-Series
IM-Series tanks for septic, pump, and potable water

applications from Infiltrator Water Technologies are
lightweight, durable, watertight and engineered for performance. The two-piece design is available in a variety of sizes
including the IM-540 pump tank, the large-capacity IM-1530
septic tank, and the IM-1760C potable water tank. This enables
a wide range of installation options, including shallow, multiple and serial tank configurations. All IM-Series tanks have
integral heavy-duty lids that interconnect with the TW Riser
System. They have structurally reinforced access ports, ribbing and fiberglass support posts to provide additional
strength. 800/221-4436; www.infiltratorwater.com; Booth
#5258.
Jetstream RotoMag
X22 2-D nozzle
In production for several years,

the Jetstream RotoMag X22 2-D
self-powered rotary nozzle for vessel cleaning and pipe cleaning applications has a stainless
steel body and rotor, and a body shroud to protect the nozzle while cleaning. It is available as a single tool rated up to
22,000 psi. A magnetic braking system controls rotational
speed for minimal wear and maximum impact without
streaking. Spinning on a film of high-pressure water, it has
no ball bearings to replace, making field service simple.
800/231-8192; www.waterblast.com; Booth #5050.
Lenzyme/Trap-Cleer
Field and Line Cleaner
Field and Line Cleaner from Lenzyme/Trap-Cleer effectively helps

restore clay fields. It can be used in
jetting machines to clean lines and
leave a biocoat in the line. It works on
all septic systems, going to work immediately. The cleaning agents and strains
of bacteria cleanse deeply into the field, helping to cause a
disruption with crystalizing biomat or grease buildup.
800/223-3083; www.lenzyme.com; Booth #3026.
Liberty Pumps ProVore
The ProVore grinder pump from Liberty Pumps is designed for use in residential applications where the addition of a
bathroom or other fixtures below sewer
lines requires pumping. It features the same
V-Slice cutter technology utilized in Omnivore Series 2 hp grinder pumps. Powered
by a 1 hp motor, it is designed to operate on a standard 115or 230-volt circuit requiring a 20-amp breaker. No special
wiring is needed. Compact factory-assembled systems are
available in both simplex and duplex versions. 800/5432550; www.libertypumps.com; Booth #2833.
MaxLiner USA SuperFlex
SuperFlex single-layer CIPP liner

from MaxLiner USA is PU laminate
coated, stitched and bonded to polyester felt. Extremely flexible in bends,
the versatile liner is offered in diameters of 2 to 8 inches, with a thickness of 4.5 mm. Using inversion installation, it is used with MaxPox resin and hardener
from the MaxLiner system, and will go around bends with
minimal wrinkling. 877/426-5948; www.maxlinerusa.com;
Booth #1049.
Milwaukee Rubber Products

Gas Alert Micro Clip
TheGas Alert Micro ClipfromMilwaukee Rubber Productsprovides protection from atmospheric gas hazards. It offers
visual compliance at a glance with the flashing green IntelliFlash. Easy one-button
operation reduces training time and lets
workers focus on the job at hand. For simple, cost-effective management of records,
calibration and bump testing, it is compatible with the
MicroDock II automatic test and calibration system and
Fleet Manager II software.Its continuous LCD shows realtime gas concentrations while its compact and lightweight
design makes it comfortable to wear. It is water-resistant
with a built-in concussion-proof boot and multi-language
support. It is powered by a rechargeable lithium polymer
battery. 800/325-3730; www.milwaukeerubber.com;
Booth #3030.
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MyTana MS11-NG2
The MS11-NG2 midsize inspection system from MyTana has a USB

for recording and storage. The system is suitable for inspecting 3- to
6-inch lines with the choice of 150
or 200 feet of pushrod. The unit has
a 64GB internal drive as well as two
onboard USB ports, and a 32GB
removable USB drive. The one-piece design is lightweight
with a handy carrying handle. The camera head is color,
self-leveling with a built in 512 Hz transmitter for locating
trouble spots, even in cast iron pipes. The monitor provides
a clear picture. 800/328-8170; www.mytana.com; Booth
#2200.
Norweco Phos-4-Fade
Phosphorus Removal Filter
The Phos-4-Fade Phosphorus

Removal Filter from Norweco can
significantly reduce total phosphorus in wastewater effluent to levels
that protect local waterways, while
meeting or exceeding stringent regulations. It is a non-mechanical component that can be easily installed as part of
any onsite wastewater treatment system. The filter is user
friendly, easy to install and maintain, and provides effective total phosphorus removal for any onsite wastewater
treatment system. 800/667-9326; www.norweco.com;
Booth #2853.
One Biotechnology Liquid BioOne
Liquid BioOne from One Biotechnology is a 100 percent natural drainline,

septic and grease trap maintainer. Applied
on a regular basis after a drain or septic
treatment, it can help to maintain
free-flowing drains, eliminate odors and
reduce the number of backups between
scheduled pumpings. It doesnt contain
enzymes or caustic agents and is safe for
people, pets and pipes, displaying the EPAs Safer Choice
Program logo that allows customers to quickly identify
and choose products that can help protect the environment
and are safer for families. Adding it to customers lines and
grease traps does not emulsify FOG and move it down the
line. 800/951-4246; www.onebiotechnology.com; Booth
#6152.
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Pipeline Renewal
Technologies Quick-Lock
For stand-alone point

repair, or for pre-lining under
high infiltration, the QuickLock sleeve from Pipeline
Renewal Technologies offers a rapid, easy-to-install and
economical way to repair failing pipe. It restores the host
pipes strength with heavy-gauge 316L stainless steel, and
seals out infiltration with a single-piece vulcanized EPDM
rubber gasket. A sleeve installs in minutes with minimal
equipment and overhead. It is positioned inside the host
pipe on a wheeled flow-through packer pushed by any standard CCTV crawler. They are available in diameters ranging 6 to 28 inches, and in lengths of 16 and 20 inches. Multiple
sleeves can be interleaved to perform longer repairs. 866/9368476; www.pipelinert.com; Booth #6032.
Presby Environmental EnviroFin
The EnviroFin passive onsite

wastewater treatment and dispersal
system from Presby Environmental
is designed with the same principles
as Enviro technology. It is designed
to ship easily and fit into a smaller
space than the other Presby technology while maintaining high treatm e n t l e v e l s . 8 0 0 /4 7 3 - 5 2 9 8 ;
www.presbyenvironmental.com; Booth #6002.
RapidView IBAK
GATOR Automatic
Lateral Detector
The Automatic Lateral Detector sensor

from RapidView IBAK
mounts on the front armature of GATOR cutters, and
allows the user to locate lateral connections through the
pipe liner before reinstatement. Using a small microwave
emitter and easy-to-use software, it locates the lateral behind
the liner and automatically marks the center of the lateral
for reinstatement. The system can be operated in a completely automatic mode, finding the laterals even if a pre-inspection was not completed prior to lining. The sensor
allows rehabilitation companies to avoid costly and time-consuming mistakes when reinstating laterals. 800/656-4225,
www.rapidview.com; Booth #2205.

Reelcraft Series HD70000
Series HD70000 hose reels from

Reelcraft are designed to accommodate up to 100 feet of 3/8-inch-I.D.
hose or 75 feet of 1/2-inch-I.D. hose.
The heavy-duty base design, all-steel
construction and a baked-on powder-coat finish combine to produce a rugged, corrosion-resistant product. A newly redesigned latching mechanism
provides longer service life of the latch components. The
containerized drive spring offers safer and easier handling
during maintenance. Two sealed ball bearings produce a
smoother spool rotation and easier operation. The guide arm
adjusts to seven positions for various mounting locations
and applications. 800/444-3134; www.reelcraft.com;
Booth #1572.
RIDGID CS65x
The RIDGID CS65x enhanced

digital reporting monitor allows users
to provide immediate drainline inspection footage using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities to simplify footage
viewing and transfer while improving workflow efficiency. The upgraded
model has the same technology of the CS65, providing onetouch image recording for fast, efficient documentation of
inspections, along with a new quad-core processer and solid-state hard drive. A companion app is available for download and is compatible with Android and iOS devices.
800/769-7743; www.ridgid.com; Booth #1354.
Ritam Technologies
Summit Rental
System
The Summit Rental

System from Ritam Technologies allows users to keep their familiar QuickBooks
environment and take advantage of automated billing. Every
transaction is instantly memorized, meaning the user only
has to touch accounts when something changes. Billing is
automatic, whether monthly, 28-day, or special event. It
allows for automatic from and to billing dates, prorations, damage waivers and delivery charges. Routes can be
built from a single point of entry, and inventory assigned
instantly. QuickBooks continues to capture revenue totals,
balances the checkbook, and an accountant can continue
using it for tax reporting. It enables route optimizing with
the latest mapping software and mobile route management.
800/662-8471; www.ritam.com; Booth #4300.
Salcor 3G UV Wastewater
Disinfection Unit
The 3G UV Wastewater Disinfection Unit from Salcor is

proven for residential, commercial and municipal uses, and is UL
certified NEMA 6P Floodproof
and NSF/Washington State Protocol 6-month tested (with 21 upstream treatment systems).
It inactivates pathogens, including superbugs. Rated at 9,000
gpd gravity flow, it is a reliable building block for large water
recovery/reuse systems. When installed in 12-unit parallel/
series arrays with ABS pipe fittings, systems are disinfecting over 100,000 gpd. Gravity flow equalizes without distribution boxes. Each unit has a foul-resistant Teflon lamp
covering, two-year long-life lamp, speedy installation, minimal annual maintenance, and energy efficiency of less than
30 watts. 760/731-0745; Booth #3000.
Sealing Systems
Infi-Shield Gator Wrap
Infi-Shield Gator Wrap from

Sealing Systems prevents infiltration and erosion by providing
a watertight seal around any manhole, catch basin or pipe joint. It resists harsh soil conditions and provides a root barrier for any crack or joint. It
is made of a stretchable, self-shrinking, intra-curing halogenated-based rubber. The backside of each seal is coated
with a cross-linked reinforced butyl adhesive. The seal is
designed to stretch around the joint and then overlap, creating a cross-linked and fused bond between the rubber
and butyl adhesive. It installs easily with no special tools
and can be immediately backfilled. 800/478-2054;
www.ssisealingsystems.com; Booth #4122.
Sim/Tech Filter pleated filter
Pleated filters from Sim/Tech Filter are

available for gravity effluent filtration in septic tanks and turbine pump filtration in pump
tanks. Filtration size is 3/32 inch in two
dimensions. Flow channels in the pleated
material result in increased longevity. All
filter types start at over 2,000 square inches
of filtration area. The 45 percent open area
(over 900 square inches) is equivalent to 800
linear feet of 3/32-inch slots. Various configurations and larger units are available.
888/999-3290; www.simtechfilter.com;
Booth #2405.
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SJE-Rhombus MySpy
The MySpy Wi-Fi messenger system from SJE-Rhombus provides remote

notification of potential alarm conditions, including sump high-water level
or over/under temperature alarms, via
text or email. Alarms notify the user
both locally (audible and visual alarms)
and remotely via an existing Wi-Fi network. The alarm will notify up to four
contacts for alerts. The system has a NEMA 1-rated enclosure for indoor use, automatic alarm reset and 9-volt DC
battery backup. The touchpad includes test and silence buttons for the alarm horn and LED indicators for alarm (red),
power on (green) and network status (blue). Optional float
switch models and splice kit are available. 888/3425753;www.sjerhombus.com; Booth #2504.
Spartan Tool Soldier
The midsize Soldier trailer

hydro jetter from Spartan Tool
delivers 3,000 psi at 12 gpm for
pipe sizes 3 to 12 inches in diameter. With a standard antifreeze
system, it can be used in any
weather conditions. An optional Warthog nozzle lets the
user make quick work of ice, grease and tough root blockages. It has a pivoting hose reel for full access to any drain
location. With its compact form, fully enclosed and lockable engine cover, and 200-gallon water tank, it is ready to
handle stubborn stoppages. A skid-mount version is also
available. 800/435-3866; www.spartantool.com; Booth
#5032.
StoneAge Tools Switcher
Switcher cleaning heads

from StoneAge Tools eliminate
extra runs by switching between
pulling and descaling jets. They
allow technicians to use the
same tool to quickly run down the line, engage full cutting
force to clear obstructions or roots, then switch again to
move debris. Every time the pump is idled down and brought
back to pressure, the tool alternates function between two
different sets of jets. Field use of Magnum tools with a
Switcher head versus the traditional method of using two
tools demonstrates marked water and time savings. 866/7951586; www.sewernozzles.com; Booth #5144.
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Superior Signal 5E
Electric Smoker
The 5E Electric Smoker from

Superior Signal offers a cost-effective solution to find difficult leaks
and odors in residential and commercial plumbing systems. Connect the blower to any plumbing clean-out or vent or to the
septic tank, and use an appropriately sized smoke candle
to force smoke through faults and cracks to identify the
sources of odor and hard-to-find leaks. It handles all residential and commercial smoke testing applications using
smoke candles from 30 seconds to three minutes. Smoke
tests take just minutes to perform and see immediate results.
The unit comes with an 8-foot industrial-grade flex-hose,
weighs just 8 pounds, and requires no maintenance. 800/9458378; www.superiorsignal.com; Booth #4110.
USB-Sewer Equipment
Corporation Turbo S600
The Turbo S600 chain cutter from USB-Sewer Equipment Corporation is made of
tempered stainless steel and
has a continuously adjustable
guide skid. The chain retainer is driven by a high-performance turbine on a robust body to remove concrete, calcium deposits, hardened grease and tuberculation from
12- to 24-inch sewer lines. Its optimized 3-D hydromechanics in conjunction with ceramic nozzle inserts allow
the cutter to be used with recycled or clean water. 866/4082814; www.usbsec.com; Booth #5055.
Water Cannon 16T55
The 16T55 turnkey jetter

package from Water Cannon is
road-ready with an onboard
200-gallon water tank capacity
and customizable jetter hose up
to 500 feet. It includes a two-wheel
road-ready commercial jetter
trailer, electric-rewind high-capacity hose reel that can hold
500 feet of 3/8-inch or 350 feet of 1/2-inch hose, poly toolbox, lights, front jack with wheel, safety chains, and aluminum fenders. The jetter includes a Honda GX690 twin-cylinder
electric-start engine, V-belt drive, trailer-mounted skid,
and 15-gallon EPA- and CARB-approved poly fuel tank. Its
TS-Series General triplex plunger pump supplies 8 gpm at
3,500 psi. It has a pump-mounted jetter pulse valve, foot
valve with 8-foot jumper hose, and three jetter nozzles
the Penetrator, Flusher and De-Greaser/De-Icer. 800/3339274; www.watercannon.com; Booth #5255.
INDUSTRY NEWS
American Standard named
2016 WaterSense Award winner
Westmoor Conde
ProVac Liquid Waste
Pumping System
Thepreassembled industrial Conde ProVac Liquid

Waste Pumping System from
Westmoor is designed to promote efficient grease trap pumping. The unit is quiet and
lightweight and pumps at 120 gpm. Flip a switch to start
the unit in vacuum mode for pumping. The built-in exhaust
deodorizer keeps odor at a minimum. Flip the switch to
pressure mode for off-loading. It can be used for servicing
locations not suitable for large vacuum truck hoses, including indoor or remote difficult-to-access jobs. 800/3670972;www.westmoorltd.com; Booth #5134.
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American Standard has been honored by the U.S. EPA

as a 2016 WaterSense Excellence in Innovation and Research
Award winner. The WaterSense program recognizes organizations that excel in water-efficiency innovation and
outreach.
PipeLogix adds location and expands staff
PipeLogix will open a new East Coast sales and support office. It will be located in Detroit, Michigan, and will
be staffed by new hires.
Uponor names vice president

of offerings and marketing
Uponor named Dena Mayne vice

president of offerings and marketing for Uponor North America.
Mayne has 14 years of experience in
marketing leadership roles and will
be based at the companys North
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he 007e ECM high-efficiency circulator from Taco

Comfort Solutions, designed for hydronic systems
zoned with circulators or zone valves in primarily residential applications, operates in one mode, eliminating the need for programming.
, "We actually simplified our VR1816 in making the
007e," says Doug Bird, Taco's product manager for water
circulation. The installer doesnt have to set a dial or button. Its a single-function, variable-speed circulator.
Featuring ECM (electronically communicated motor)
technology, the circulator uses up to 85 percent less energy
than Tacos standard model.
If you compare the standard 007, which draws about
80-85 watts, the 007e draws a maximum of 44 watts and
can go down to 4-5 watts at its lowest speed, Bird says.
It really drops off the power consumption because it can
respond to changing system conditions and lower its speed
to match whatever the system demands, rather than run
at one speed all the time.
Say you have a three-zone system in a house, and
three zones are open. The pump will operate at a speed to
provide enough flow for the three zones, but if a thermostat
is satisfied and a zone closes, the parameters in the system
change and the pump detects a change in amperage because
its operating at a different point on its curve, Bird says.
In this case, it would slow down to make sure it doesnt
over-pump the system.
A BIO Barrier protects the pump from contaminants
and SureStart software self-purges and automatically frees
a locked rotor.
Many systems in the United States, and North America
for that matter, are typically old and not well maintained,
Bird says. Theyll have black iron oxide metal fragments

and oxide that forms off cast iron boiler casings or black
iron pipe. The BIO Barrier is basically a filter that blocks
the black iron oxide from entering into the rotor and
bearing chamber.
If the rotor becomes stuck, SureStart software causes
it to oscillate, freeing it from the metal particles. The
software also purges air from the pumps volute, preventing
the pump from running dry.
An orange LED light indicates when the circulator is
in run mode while a flashing white light indicates when
its in SureStart mode.
After trying to correct itself up to 100 times, the LED
will turn red and the pump will stop so it doesnt destroy
itself, Bird says. An installer can then take it apart, clean
it and start it up again.
Other easy installation features include dual electrical
knockouts, a double-insulated motor that doesnt require
a ground wire, and nut grabber flange that eliminates the
need for a backup wrench when mounting the circulator.
401/942-8000; www.tacocomfortsolutions.com.
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The HammerHead HydroGuide HG1200 winch is designed to

be more efficient and easy to use
in pipe bursting, sliplining and
slitting applications. The unit has
a hydraulic downrigger that automatically deploys the boom
downhole and can fine-tune the depth up to 18 feet. It also
has precision controls for line speed, from 0 to 111 feet per
minute, and pressure from 0.5 to 12 tons. A Tier 4 Kubota
D1105 four-cycle diesel engine provides power and a radial
piston motor provides consistent pulling power. 800/3316653; www.hammerheadtrenchless.com.
John Guest USA fittings
John Guest USA added 3/8-inch elbow

and union fittings to its White CTS Twist
and Lock offerings. Designed for easier
installation and disconnection, the fittings
have a tool-free push-fit installation. Fittings form a leakproof connection with CPVC, PEX and copper-tube-sized
piping, and are suitable for hot- and cold-water plumbing
and hydronic heating applications. 973/808-5600;
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