Over the past few years, Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla., has been expanding dramatically, with the addition of cancer treatment center and a cardiovascular and neurological services center. But less visible have been some key renovations to the existing 35-year-old hospital tower, a 1-million-square-foot general care facility with 600 medical and surgical beds, that are just as vital to the facility’s ability to conduct quality patient care. Among those renovations was replacement of an aging … Keep Reading »

Solvent welding is a straightforward, affordable installation method that forms a chemical bond. In fact, a properly installed Corzan fitting is the strongest part of the system. Still, like any installation method and any building material, it’s important to consider the environment and make adjustments accordingly. Lubrizol CPVC met with Amrit Parhar, Principal Chemist at Oatey®, to understand how climate can affect the use of solvent cement. Heat and humidity are two conditions that plumbers … Keep Reading »

When a new facilities manager started work at the Oqeundo Center, a hands-on veterinary training facility in Las Vegas, he quickly got in touch with Frank McCourt at Jenni Plumber to discuss some potential issues he discovered. One problem in particular: The center couldn’t get hot-enough water to its sterilizer to ensure proper operation. The design/build project quickly became one of Jenni Plumber’s most challenging to date. The team installed a tankless water heater that … Keep Reading »