Industry News

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World economy on upswing, U.S. growth slow

 

According to an Associated Press report, the world economy is forecasted for growth in Q4 2010 and in 2011. “The International Monetary Fund (IMF), which predicts the world economy will expand 4.8 percent this year and 4.2 percent next year. That would far surpass last year's 0.6 percent decline, the worst since World War II. The IMF's forecast for worldwide growth this year is 0.2 percentage point more than its previous estimate in July,” sates the report.

The lending agency predicts that the U.S. economy will grow 2.6 percent this year, below the estimated 3.3 percent projected growth, and up 2.3 next year.

 

Countries with huge trade and budget deficits such as the United States will need to boost exports. And countries with big trade surpluses such as China must reduce their dependency on exports and boost domestic demand.

 

IAPMO becomes an endorsing association of AHR Expo

 

Westport, Conn. — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has become the 32nd industry organization to endorse the AHR Expo, the world’s leading HVACR-exclusive trade show.

 

With offices in 11 states and seven countries, the 5,000-member organization is recognized around the world for the development of its Uniform Codes (www.iapmo.org). IAPMO develops and publishes the Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC); Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC); Uniform Solar Energy Code; Green Plumbing and Mechanical Code Supplement; and the Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code.

 

In support of these publications, IAPMO works with governmental jurisdictions, professional plumbing contractors, labor forces, and manufacturers to produce product standards, technical manuals, personnel certification educational programs and additional resource publications to meet the ever-evolving demands of the industry as well as the health and safety needs of the public.

 

“We are delighted to become an Endorsing Association of AHR Expo,” said Russ Chaney, IAPMO CEO. “Our presence at the world’s largest HVACR event will provide us with an opportunity to engage with our various global audiences about industry codes and standards.”

 

Clay Stevens, President of International Exposition Company, which produces and manages the AHR EXPO, said IAPMO’s involvement provides the growing number of plumbing professionals and other AHR Expo attendees with critical information they need. “Our 32 Endorsing Associations serve as valuable resources to a broad cross section of the HVACR industry and the thousands of professionals who attend AHR Expo every year.”

 

HeatingHelp.com launches steam heating app

 

HeatingHelp.com has launched an iPhone and iPad application dedicated to troubleshooting and solving problems with steam heating systems. Based on Dan Holohan’s popular book A Pocketful of Steam Problems (with Solutions), the app walks you through the problems that your steam heating system is experiencing and gives expert advice and solutions.

“All you have to do is go to the section of the app that describes the problem your having with your steam system,” says Dan Holohan, president of HeatingHelp.com. “Then just click for all the possible things that can cause that problem. With this app in your pocket, you’ll be the one with the answers, and you’ll have them in an instant!”

 

The app is broad and filled with useful information on one-pipe, two-pipe, vapor/vacuum, vacuum, and commercial steam systems. iPhone and iPad users can visit Apple’s iTunes store to download this app for just $4.99.

 

For more information, please contact Dan Holohan at dan@heatinghelp.com or visit www.heatinghelp.com/iphone.

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