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Ask Caleffi#1.2 Pumps, Valves, and the Zone Debate: Why do we still see oversized pump systems, and what’s the smarter way to zone in?Zoning options can be overwhelming, because there are so many choices and no two projects are the same. The team walks through the different zone valve and zone relay technologies you will run across in the field. Hear how you can set yourself up for simple installation and service.2025-07-2216 min
Ask Caleffi#1.1 AutoFill™️ for speed: What makes a hydronic fill valve multi-purpose?The team is in the lab to talk about the best way to fill a hydronic system. They break these fill valves down and share stories from the field. Find out what questions you should ask your customer to determine if you should leave the AutoFill on or off. 2025-07-0822 min
Appetite for ConstructionLa Famiglia with Caleffi's Mark OlsonSend us a textOur good friend gets ready to say farewell, or until next time, that is. Mark Olson talks about his retirement from Caleffi North America, and the legacy he is leaving behind. We'll miss you!Subscribe to the Appetite for Construction podcast at any of your favorite streaming channels and don't forget about the other ways to interact with the Mechanical Hub Team! Follow Plumbing Perspective IG @plumbing_perspective Follow Mechanical Hub IG @mechanicalhub Sign up for our newsletter at www.mechanical-hub.com/enewsletter Visit our websites at www...2023-12-2223 min
Ladies That UX em PortuguêsMentoryCast 44: Comunicação é uma habilidade para a vida <3Você fica esperando o momento certo para falar e a reunião acaba sem você ter aberto a boca? Você sabe que tem muito a dizer, mas morre de medo de falar besteira ou fazer pergunta boba? Você tem certeza que tem uma boa contribuição, que tem algo importante a dizer, mas na hora dá aquela travada? Respira e fica tranquila, que você não está sozinha!
Vem com a gente, que este episódio está imperdível! Vamos falar com a maravilhosa Sheylli Caleffi sobre como começar a nossa jornada de comunicação e oratória, dentro...2023-12-0451 min
Ask Caleffi#43 Air-Tight-Logic with Posi-Stop (with Matt DeLuca)What happens in the field when you need to loosen a union to service a valve? Do you always need to replace the sealing elements? How can the Posi-Stop™ embedded O-ring union system help? Which products are shipping now with Posi-Stop? Former service plumber and current Caleffi tech. support ace Matt DeLuca joins the guys today to talk about Posi-Stop as a first-time guest on the podcast. There are many tips and tricks that plumbers use in the field to get fittings to seal. No need for creativity or guesswork with Posi-Stop. An EPDM O-ring seal compresse...2023-08-2910 min
Ask Caleffi#42 Get In the Zone! (with Mike Schreiner)In this episode, Greg and Dan talk to "the man, the myth, the legend" of zone valves, Mike Schreiner, Caleffi CTO. Mike has been working with zone valves for his entire career and is pleased to share his wealth of knowledge to help our Ask Caleffi audience learn:What's important when considering a zone valve? How do you properly size? What is the flow coefficient (a.k.a. Cv or differential pressure) and why is it important? BTW: there is a BIG difference between close-off pressure and system pressure! Zone valves and actuators... say what? In which applica...2023-07-1827 min
Recanto TricolorRepercussão do Jogo Entre Grêmio e América Mineiro - Campeonato Brasileiro 2023.No episódio de hoje, repercuti a vitória do Grêmio por 3 a 1 sobre o América Mineiro, falei sobre a notícia envolvendo Luis Suárez que assustou bastante a torcida, e que foi esclarecida por Paulo Caleffi após a partida de ontem e projetei nosso próximo compromisso válido pelo Brasileirão, contra o Coritiba.2023-06-2326 min
BlueCollar.CEOThe Future of Energy-Efficient Buildings With Max RohrBlueCollar.CEO –Max Rohr is the Education and Industry Engagement Manager at Caleffi Hydronic Solutions in North America. They are manufacturers of Italian brass components for plumbing and heating systems. Max has 20 years of experience in installation, design, and training and with customers and trade associations. He has also worked with co-development bodies and manufacturers to share the message about energy-efficient building and plumbing systems. In this episode, Ryan and Max discuss the value of energy efficiency and environmental impact, why hydronics are less prevalent in the US than in Europe, common misconceptions about ene...2023-05-0224 min
Ask Caleffi#41 When does solar thermal make the most sense? (with Bob Rohr)What drives the adoption of solar hot water systems? Are there specific factors that signal the beginning or end of a spike in system installations? Which applications are always a good fit? What qualifications do you need to work on these systems? How do you evaluate a site to know if the location is good for solar?In this episode, Greg and Dan are joined by Carlson-Holohan Industry Award of Excellence winning Caleffi Training Manager Bob Rohr. Over his career, Bob has been all over North America to help install, commission and educate about solar...2023-02-2825 min
Ask Caleffi#40 The Future of BIM is Bright (with Woody Dickinson)Why should installers care about BIM (building information models)? Could BIM help you avoid working around other trades in a crowded chase? What efficiency gains are there with prefabrication? Can the files detect errors, before the product is even purchased? What is a digital twin?In this episode, the guys are talking to Woody Dickinson. Woody knows Caleffi's technical details like the back of his hand. With BIM, he is able to take a career's worth of engineering knowledge and integrate it into three-dimensional construction files. While BIM is often only used to make sure...2022-12-1322 min
PHCPPros: Behind the WallWelcoming Max RohrWe're kicking off a new season of the Behind the Wall podcast by interviewing our new host, Max Rohr! Max is the education and industry engagement manager with Caleffi North America. He began his manufacturing career at the Caleffi headquarters in Italy. Since then, he worked for several HVAC/P industry companies in the manufacturers' rep and wholesale distribution channels before returning to Caleffi in 2020. Tune in to learn about his childhood growing up with parents Ellen and Bob 'Hot Rod' Rohr, why he chose to return to the industry as an adult, his passion for energy ef...2022-11-1026 min
Ask Caleffi#39 The Great Debates: Hydronic Topics That Will Start an Argument in the ShopDo I leave the air vent cap open or close it? Do you leave the AutoFill(TM) open or closed? Where should you put the expansion tank? Do you pump into the boiler or pump out of it? Hydro separator or closely spaced tees? Where should you put the air separator? In this episode, the guys have put together a few of the trickiest topics that come up often on the tech. support lines. The questions are simple, the answers are more complex. Dan and Greg will help put the questions into context, so you can un...2022-10-1118 min
Ask Caleffi#38 An Industry Insider's Perspective (with Steve Smith from PHCPPROS)What has Steve Steve learned about the plumbing and heating industry since 1990? What happens at the MCE Mostra Convengo trade show in Italy? What part of the Caleffi factory reminded Steve of Raiders of the Lost Ark? How do you, "automate for the best?" What was Steve's favorite meal? Why has nobody interviewed this guy before? In this episode, Dan and Greg sit with Steve Smith to hear more about his recent trip to Italy to visit the Caleffi factory and visit Mostra. He details some of the most memorable sections of the tour, on t...2022-09-0631 min
Ask Caleffi#37 The Ask Caleffi team welcomes a new member (with Matt DeLuca)How does Caleffi support a rapidly growing plumbing product offering? What makes a great troubleshooter? How do you train an apprentice in the first place? Where is the best place to work if you are a Brewers fan and also a journeyman plumber? In this episode, the guys introduce the newest member of the Ask Caleffi team. Straight from the field, Matt DeLuca is a Journeyman plumber and expert troubleshooter. He talks to Dan and Greg about his background in the trades, starting in 2008. He also shares the topic that has come up the most on...2022-07-2616 min
Ask Caleffi#36 Why is the plumbing pressure too high? (with Cody Mack)Where does the water come from? How do you know what pressure you need in a building? Are you over 80PSI? Are mountain states the only ones who have big fluxuations in municipal water supply pressures? What is a "noisy little guy?"In this episode, the guys are throwing paper airplanes and talking about pressure reducing valves. Our PresCal is sold all over the world, so we have seen some crazy applications. Dan, Greg, and Cody discuss what pressures you should shoot for when adjusting a PRV. They also explain why two pressure reducing valves...2022-03-0817 min
Ask Caleffi#35 Manifold filling, without the boredom?How do you fill a radiant system with the least amount of headache, in order to get the air out? Should you flush through the boiler side? What takes the least amount of time? When is a fill cart helpful? Is street pressure water enough to properly purge?In this episode, the guys share their field experience filling manifolds. Just like toppings on a hot dog, there is no one specific way to do it that everyone will agree on. Dan and Greg go over the hows and whys for the different approaches. They mention the specifics for th...2022-02-2213 min
Ask Caleffi#34 Part 2: Who is the DHW Recirculation Detective of Denver? (spoiler alert, it is Mark Eatherton)DHW recirculation systems can cause a lot of headaches, if not operating properly. Quick troubleshooting is essential, especially in the multi-family sector. How do you know what needs to be fixed? What questions do you need to ask occupants and building managers? Are all shower valves the same? Do you need x-ray vision? In this two-part episode, the guys interview Mark Eatheton. Mark is a licensed Master Plumber in Colorado and an ICC licensed Master Mechanical Contractor. He has worked on a variety of troublesome, multi-family DHW recirculation projects over the years and off...2022-02-0814 min
Ask Caleffi#33 Part 1: Who is the DHW Recirculation Detective of Denver? (spoiler alert, it is Mark Eatherton)DHW recirculation systems can cause a lot of headaches, if not operating properly. Quick troubleshooting is essential, especially in the multi-family sector. How do you know what needs to be fixed? What questions do you need to ask occupants and building managers? Are all shower valves the same? Do you need x-ray vision? In this two-part episode, the guys interview Mark Eatheton. Mark is a licensed Master Plumber in Colorado and an ICC licensed Master Mechanical Contractor. He has worked on a variety of troublesome, multi-family DHW recirculation projects over the years and off...2022-01-2528 min
Ask Caleffi#32 What are the top 5 hydronic expansion tank questions? (with Cody Mack)An expansion tank is a very simple hydronic system component, yet it can cause complex troubleshooting woes. Improper charge expectations, waterlogging and sizing can all play a role. How can you determine if the expansion tank is the culprit for nuisance relief valve discharges? In this episode, Cody Mack tells you how to whisper to an expansion tank in this service-focused conversation between three former field techs. Should you trust a factory precharge? How do you avoid "bear-hugging" an expansion tank to relieve an over-pressurization? The guys cover the ways to put your best foot f...2022-01-1114 min
Ask Caleffi#31 DHW recirculation, in a perfect world?There are a lot of boxes to check to install and maintain an ideal DHW system. Don't worry! The guys can walk you through it. How do you verify a DHW system has been balanced properly? Which circulators pair best with thermal balancing valves? How do you find out if you are meeting your minimum flow rate for a point of distribution mixing valve?In this Episode, Greg breaks down the components needed to operate the perfect DHW system. Pipe size, recirculation pumps, balancing valves, point of use and point of distribution mixing valves all pl...2021-11-2320 min
Ask Caleffi#30 What's new about DIRTMAG® PRO?Pioneering high-performance magnetic separation, Caleffi North America has recently introduced DIRTMAG PRO. Do you know what's new about this device? Why is it essential to remove BOTH ferrous and non-ferrous debris from your hydronic system?Greg and Dan discuss the technology behind this device, where it's located in a system and what's the difference between a DISCAL air and dirt separator and DIRTMAG PRO. Need help sizing the PRO? We're are here to help you at techsupport.us@caleffi.com.Thanks for tuning in.2021-11-0212 min
Ask Caleffi#29 Is a clean and check more than a heat exchanger scrub?Heating season is here! Don't panic. Dan and Greg shine a light on the components that keep your boiler running well. A clean and check should include more than a speedy look at the heat exchanger. How important is communication with the homeowner? How do you set expectations for future repairs? What components can be cleaned or repaired easily? Who do I call for help? The guys answer these questions and more. Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode. ...2021-10-1915 min
Ask Caleffi#28 What are the INs and OUTs of heat exchangers? (with John Siegenthaler)John 'Siggy' Seigenthaler guest stars on an episode dedicated to all things heat exchange. How do you know which type of heat exchanger is best for your application? How do you keep them clean and operating efficiently? What is a convection coefficient? Why is turbulence important? Siggy answers these questions and more for hydronic and domestic hot water system.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-10-0539 min
Ask Caleffi#27 What is the Art and Science of PEX manifold locations? (with Max Rohr)Our Ask Caleffi team phones a friend to talk about PEX connections and manifolds. Where do you locate a manifold? Which fitting systems work with which types of PEX? What is the difference between plumbing PEX and heating PEX? Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-09-1429 min
Ask Caleffi#26 Who you gonna call?Our Ask Caleffi team encourages you to think outside of the box on that next service call. They share tips that work at getting YOU to the root of a service problem without wasting time and money. They share their favorite technique: "Phone a Friend" and why it's so important. You'd be surprised at how much WE learn from YOU while walking through a service concern. Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8...2021-08-3114 min
Ask Caleffi#25 Why use radiant heating & cooling? (with Max Rohr)Max Rohr, "a long-time listener and first-time caller," joins Greg and Dan during this Episode of the Ask Caleffi podcast. Max shares his well-earned experience with radiant heating and cooling systems, placing a magnifying glass on PEX. He discusses radiant heat sources, the benefits and versatility of these systems, and then dives into PEX variants. Greg and Dan chime in to talk about maintenance, system protection, and tips. Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms...2021-08-1723 min
Ask Caleffi#24 How do I measure energy consumption?Energy metering. Is that EASILY accomplished? Are there well suited applications for metering AND can a building owner be confident about energy consumption? (YES!) Greg and Dan, our Ask Caleffi gurus, talk about energy metering during this episode of the podcast. They talk Modbus-to-BACnet (say what??) and what applications are perfect for calculating BTUs in a specific space. Interested in a real-life example? No problem! Dan digs into an actual case study of successful tracking of energy usage with the 7504 Series CONTECA heat energy meter in action.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quic...2021-08-1011 min
Ask Caleffi#23 How can I protect a boiler system from condensation?Straight from the Ask Caleffi Podcast studio, Greg and Dan dive into boiler protection. Let's face it when high-temperature, mid-efficient boilers condense... it's a mess! How can that be prevented? Greg and Dan talk about solutions, including a "Swiss Army Knife" approach. They discuss how the ThermoProtec thermostatic mixing valves work and where they should be piped with steel, cast iron, and copper tube style boilers to ensure that they automatically control the return water temperature, preventing condensation of water vapor contained in the flue gas. Familiar with a soot vac? Don't forget maintenance!Want to hear YOUR Q...2021-08-0312 min
Ask Caleffi#22 5 Things You Need to Know About Why Your PRV Screams (with Cody Mack)A return guest joins Greg and Dan during this Episode: Cody Mack, Caleffi training and education manager. They get right to the point as they dig into perplexing PRV behavior. You'll learn:1. Got noise? How to size a PRV CORRECTLY.2. Step down pressure and how to manage.3. PRV maintenance4. PRV configurations5. Familiar with 5 Things You Need To Know? Check it out on YouTube!Thanks for joining us today.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question su...2021-07-2721 min
Ask Caleffi#21 Have you discovered our PLUMBING TOPICS on the Ask Caleffi Blog?Greg and Dan share commonly asked questions from the Ask Caleffi Blog. During this episode, they will zero in on plumbing products. You'll learn:→ Can you install a 121Series FlowCal upside down?→ What is the maximum flow rate of a thermostatic mixing valve?→ What battery is used for in an electronic mixing valve/control?→ How do you clean a balancing valve?Watch for MORE plumbing questions in the near future. And... thanks for tuning in!Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 ques...2021-07-2012 min
Ask Caleffi#20 Have you discovered our HYDRONIC TOPICS on the Ask Caleffi Blog?Greg and Dan share commonly asked questions from the Ask Caleffi Blog. During this episode, they will zero in on heating products. You'll learn:→ Can I add an air vent onto a Caleffi dirt separator?→ How do I determine head loss in a hydraulic separator? → Can I order your Z-one zone valve with differing connections on the 2-way and 2-way bodies? Any tips on how to order?→ How do I clean an air separator vent?Thanks for tuning in!Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question surv...2021-07-1310 min
Ask Caleffi#19 Why does recirc creep occur in DHW systems? (with Cody Mack)Greg and Dan invite "the dynamo of donut testing" to the series, the one and only Cody Mack. Recirc creep is something that plumbers no doubt experience. But, what is recirculation creep, when does it occur, what are the symptoms and - most importantly - what is the solution for your domestic hot water system? They'll discuss ASSE 1017 and thermostatic mixing valves. Can an aquastat be installed to fix the problem? Are certain facilities more at risk? What is the impact of piping practices? Can I dig deeper (show me the resources!). Don't know Cody? He serves as an edu...2021-07-0617 min
Ask Caleffi#18 Plumbing Session! What Are The Most Common Questions?What tech support questions does Caleffi get over and over again? You might be surprised! What to do with air trapped in a plumbing system? Can I install a thermostatic mixing valve upside down? Why is this pressure reducing valve over-pressurizing the system? Listen to Greg and Dan explain these and more.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K69Thanks for the sound effects!w...2021-06-2914 minAsk Caleffi#17 Installing or Troubleshooting a Mixing Valve. Why not give us a call?You're ready to install a thermostatic mixing valve. Interested in pointers to make your install be successful? OR... you've got a mixing valve installed and it's not working. Now what? From the "before" call to the "oh, no!" call, Greg and Dan are here to make you successful with your customer. They'll dig into how flow is controlled in the valve, what causes temperature creep, and tankless water heaters and their implications with these valves. Learn about laminar flow, pressure drop, ∆T, pressure ratios and pressure drop. How about maintenance? Yes, Greg and Dan discuss calcium and lime build-up, too. Did...2021-06-2221 min
Ask Caleffi#16 What is Legionella and how is it controlled in DHW systems? (with Kevin Freidt)Greg and Dan welcome Kevin Freidt, Caleffi Director Product Management & Technical Support (a..k.a. The Dr. of Disinfection) to the microphone. They explore the fascinating topic of Legionella bacteria and its impact in domestic hot water systems. Kevin starts with "bug basics": where does the bacteria originate, when is it dangerous, what causes it to proliferate and how is it contained? He discusses dead legs in potable water piping systems and explains how water becomes "old." Not familiar with the ASHRAE 188 Standard? Take note! It's an important reference guide. The Ask Caleffi Team completes this podcast with an interest...2021-06-1517 min
Ask Caleffi#15 "I'm looking for a mixing valve. What kind of valve do I need?"Greg and Dan are behind-the-mic to discuss why you may want to select an electronic mixing valve for your next application. They discuss how this digital valve is different from a thermostatic valve. Why would you install a valve like this? How about trouble-shooting... will a digital valve make a difference in problem resolution? "This valve is electronic... wires are involved for installation. I'm a plumber. Helpl!" Our Ask Caleffi team offers plumber-friendly installation tips! Thermal disinfection? Anti-scald? Now you're talking! Thanks for tuning in.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for y...2021-06-0818 min
Ask Caleffi#14 Why is thermal balancing important in DHW systems?Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K69Thermal balancing in Domestic Hot Water systems. Why is it necessary? (hint: water moves into the path of least resistance) What's the difference between manual and automatic balancing valves? Where are the valves installed? How are these special valves maintained? (ahem.... water quality is key!) Greg and Dan are back to answer these questions and discu...2021-06-0114 min
Ask Caleffi#13 What kind of water do you put into your hydronic system? (with Mark Olson)Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi? Take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K69Mark Olson, Caleffi North America GM, joins Greg and Dan during this episode of the Ask Caleffi podcast. They discuss problems that can result from poor water quality within a hydronic system that can rob its equipment of life and reduce energy efficiency. They discuss prevention methods to help you on your next service call or new installation.Thanks for...2021-05-2530 min
Ask Caleffi#12 How do I choose the "RIGHT" mixing valve for my POD app?Your customer's domestic water system is not delivering heat correctly. What do you do? You listen into this episode of the Ask Caleffi podcast! Greg and Dan discuss ASSE 1017 Point-of-Distribution valves (not to be confused with ASSE1070!) and how to size them. They stress the importance of understanding a thermostatic mixing valve's minimum and maximum flow rate thresholds when combined with pressure drop. Greg and Dan discuss what types of products will complement existing systems that do not have recirculation loops such as a "high/low" valve assembly or an electronic mixing valve. Their goal is to help yo...2021-05-1813 min
Ask Caleffi#11 What's wrong with my actuator?It seems that hydronic zone valves have been around forever. They are pretty bulletproof! But do you hear about end switches failing? What's going on? AND... what do I need to know before wiring a zone valve?In this Episode, Greg and Dan discuss this common question from our Technical Support line: what's wrong with my actuator? Our Tech Support Gurus find that the culprit is typically a misapplication of the "end switch", a.k.a. the micro-switch. They explain the role of an actuator that contains a micro-switch and what kind of inrush thresholds are required to ope...2021-05-1113 minAsk Caleffi#10 120...130...140. Oh no! Why are these numbers important?In this Episode Greg and Dan - our Ask Caleffi Podcast hosts - discuss what a scald-protection valve is and why they are SO important (protection protection protection!). What temperature of water is safe? Dangerous? Who is most at risk? Are there applicable industry guidelines (hint: ASSE 1070)?Learn about how they work, where they are used, and why they are so important in the industry. Thanks for tuning in!Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.S...2021-05-0411 min
Ask Caleffi#9 The heat is on... but for who?It can be a time-consuming project to troubleshoot why a zone relay board doesn't "appear" to be working, especially when the heat is literally ON for the contractor, but OFF for their customer. Greg and Dan take our audience through a step-by-step process of isolating and solving the "no-heat" calls including how to locate the source of the power loss. It's (another) don't-miss episode!Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fR...2021-04-2725 min
Ask Caleffi#8 No pressure... but what's THAT noise?Why is my pressure reducing valve rattling, hammering.... screaming??Greg and Dan take a new spin in this episode of the Ask Caleffi podcast series, inviting you into a "customer" technical support call in order to troubleshoot the problem. They will discuss how a PRV should be sized (based on pipe size?). Is there a more accurate methodology (hint: a design for flow rate!)? What about install tips and maintenance? (another hint: debris is NOT a friend to PRVs).Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to he...2021-04-2014 min
Ask Caleffi#7 Why is this backflow preventer dripping?The backflow preventer is a misunderstood piece of hardware in hydronic systems. "My backflow preventer has failed. It's dripping. What should I do?" It's easy to replace it.... but, has it really failed?Likely the backflow preventer is doing it's job! The culprit? Debris stuck in the check valve. Greg and Dan discuss how and why the backflow preventer can drip and what to do to eliminate the nuisance drip.Need a video reference to see how this is accomplished? Glad you asked!http://bit.ly/AskCaleffi-NuisanceDripInBFPWant to hear YOUR QUESTION...2021-04-1313 min
Ask Caleffi#6 "The path of least resistance." Do I really need a balancing valve?Episode 6: Understanding the concepts of balancing a multi-circuit hydronic or domestic hot water system is easier when you know how different balancing valves work and where to apply them. Greg and Dan make it easy.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-04-0618 min
Ask Caleffi#5 Hydraulic Separators. Better than your Grandpa's closely-spaced tees?Episode 5: Hydraulic separators not only simplify hydronic piping and save installation time, compared to closely spaced tees, they can also remove air and dirt to become a money-saving multi-purpose device. Get the whole story from Greg and Dan.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-03-3020 min
Ask Caleffi#4 What do your Mom and a hydronic system have in common?Episode 4 focuses on the importance of having magnetic technology built into dirt separators. Highly efficient "dirt" removal, including both non-ferrous and ferrous (magnetic), is critical to protect today's high-efficiency heat exchangers and circulators. Caleffi is the North American market leader in magnetic dirt removal technology.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-03-2314 min
Ask Caleffi#3 Are corrosion and noise signs of air in a hydronic system?Episode 3 picks up where Episode 2 left off, to explain Air Separators. There is more to know about a separator, which has an air vent on top. Where the separator should be installed in the hydronic system, how it works, and how to select the right size for each job is discussed.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-03-1621 min
Ask Caleffi#2 Air. Who wants to vent?Episode 2 gives the listener an overview of what an air vent is, and what is it not. It explains how air vents are different from air separators and where air vents are installed. Caleffi's wide variety of air vent product families are introduced and their unique features and benefits are covered.Want to hear YOUR QUESTION on Ask Caleffi, take this quick 4 question survey for your chance to hear your question in a future episode.Survey:https://forms.gle/fRfnU8Px3B1Lq7K692021-03-0926 min