Mestek founder John E. Reed dies

Mestek, Inc. announced today that Mr. John E. Reed, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, passed away peacefully in his sleep Thursday morning, May 9, 2013 at his home.

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Long-outdated Hunter’s Curve the focus of new research project

The International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials, American Society of Plumbing Engineers, and the Water Quality Research Foundation will jointly fund a research project using data provided by Aquacraft Inc. to update Hunter’s Curve for estimating water supply for residential applications using water efficient fixtures.

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SeaStreak faces 45 claims, worth $75M, over Wall Street ferry crash

“There are presently more than 45 claims filed in the case, with a total claimed amount in excess of $ 75 million,” said SeaStreak lawyers in a letter filed yesterday
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RSES introduces geothermal systems guide

RSES’ Understanding Geothermal Systems is the first title in the RSES Sustainability Series.

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Uponor Wins PPI Project of the Year for Pier 15 Exploratorium’s Radiant Heating and Cooling

On May 7, the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI), a manufacturing-based trade association, announced the Pier 15 Exploratorium as their Project of the Year in the Building/Construction division.

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Wall Street extends its winning ways

Stocks closed higher for a fourth straight week. Indexes are at record levels after surging this year on optimism about the economy and record corporate earnings.
New Jersey Business

MSCA 2013 Challenges Attendees to Go “Beyond Your Limits”

The Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA) 28th Annual Educational Conference MSCA 2013 will be held October 13-16, 2013, at the Boca Raton Resort & Club in Boca Raton, FL.

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State awarded nearly $700 million in business incentives in 2012

The number of new jobs is the lowest in the past three years, while the $ 1.4 billion in leveraged investment is the same as 2010.
New Jersey Business

PM 2-L LINE LASER

THE PM 2-L LINE LASER is pocket-sized for use in tight spaces.

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Bosch Experience Center at Serenbe Showcases Energy Efficient, Sustainable Home Solutions

Grand Opening Event for Press and Invited Guests to be Held on May 31, 2013

Bosch Thermotechnology Corporation will open an educational and interactive demonstration center in partnership with Serenbe, a 1000-acre sustainable community development south of Atlanta, on the morning of May 31st.

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