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Practical tips for selecting, specifying and installing valves, fittings and fire protection components, written for engineers, contractors and buyers.

Y-Strainers vs Basket Strainers vs Duplex Strainers: HVAC and Industrial Piping Selection Guide

Y-Strainers vs Basket Strainers vs Duplex Strainers: HVAC and Industrial Piping Selection Guide

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May 31, 2026

NFPA 13 vs 13R vs 13D: Sprinkler System Standards Compared for Canadian and US Projects

NFPA 13 vs 13R vs 13D: Sprinkler System Standards Compared for Canadian and US Projects

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May 26, 2026

Boiler Trim Valves: Selection Guide for Commercial Hydronic and Steam Boilers

Boiler Trim Valves: Selection Guide for Commercial Hydronic and Steam Boilers

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May 25, 2026

NFPA 25 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Requirements for Fire Protection Valves

NFPA 25 Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance Requirements for Fire Protection Valves

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May 24, 2026

Hydronic Zone Valves: Selection Guide for Multi-Zone HVAC Systems

Hydronic Zone Valves: Selection Guide for Multi-Zone HVAC Systems

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May 23, 2026

Pressure Independent Control Valves (PICVs): HVAC Selection Guide for Hydronic Systems

Pressure Independent Control Valves (PICVs): HVAC Selection Guide for Hydronic Systems

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May 18, 2026

Dry Pipe Valves: NFPA 13 Selection Guide for Cold-Climate Fire Sprinkler Systems

Dry Pipe Valves: NFPA 13 Selection Guide for Cold-Climate Fire Sprinkler Systems

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May 15, 2026

Water Hammer in HVAC and Industrial Piping: Causes, Prevention, and Valve Guide

Water Hammer in HVAC and Industrial Piping: Causes, Prevention, and Valve Guide

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May 14, 2026

Jockey Pump Sizing for Fire Protection Systems: NFPA 20 Selection Guide

Jockey Pump Sizing for Fire Protection Systems: NFPA 20 Selection Guide

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May 12, 2026

Air Separators and Air Vents for Hydronic HVAC Systems: Engineering Selection Guide

Air Separators and Air Vents for Hydronic HVAC Systems: Engineering Selection Guide

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May 11, 2026