Ask Caleffi
Welcome to the Ask Caleffi podcast series featuring our tech support wizards, Greg Tubbs and Dan Firkus! They will discuss tricky heating and plumbing system problems they are tasked with solving daily and share insights from the field to help contractors discover the best way to work through tough jobs. Count on this dynamic duo to keep the series fun as they mingle in their own entertaining and relatable stories.
Episodes
43 episodes
#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 P...
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Episode 43
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10:42
#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 A...
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Episode 42
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27:50
#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 ...
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25:53
#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 th...
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Episode 40
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22:40
#39 The Great Debates: Hydronic Topics That Will Start an Argument in the Shop
Do 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?&...
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Episode 39
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18:32
#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, "automat...
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Episode 38
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31:33
#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 jo...
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Episode 37
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17:06
#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 ...
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Episode 36
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17:26
#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 wa...
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Episode 35
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13:36
#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 t...
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Episode 34
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15:17
#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 t...
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Episode 33
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29:09
#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 t...
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Episode 32
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14:50
#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 th...
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Episode 31
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20:50
#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 hydron...
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13:21
#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 commu...
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Episode 29
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16:02
#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 i...
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Episode 28
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39:44
#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?...
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Episode 27
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29:52
#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...
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Episode 26
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15:09
#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.&...
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Episode 25
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24:08
#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 ene...
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Episode 24
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11:45
#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 sol...
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Episode 23
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13:11
#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?...
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21:42
#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 maxi...
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Episode 21
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12:27
#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 he...
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11:04
#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 symptom...
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Episode 19
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