Changes in the market are requiring the integration of multiple systems; hear real examples of how the Uponor Climate Control Network System has provided a single solution to total system integration.

Jeff Wiedemann Jeff Wiedemann is the product manager of Application Controls at Uponor. He holds more than 25 years of experience in the industry with an emphasis on radiant controls for integrated systems. He received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota at Duluth and is a professional member of the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), formerly the Radiant Panel Association (RPA).

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See how Uponor’s Climate Control Zoning System and Climate Control Multifunction Controller can replace multiple controllers and offer the convenience of wireless comfort control.

Mike Miller Mike Miller is the business development manager for Uponor Controls. He holds more than 20 years of experience in the industry with an emphasis on HVAC system design, installation and integrated radiant controls. He served a four-year apprenticeship program in the heating, ventilation and air conditioning trade in Germany before moving to Canada where he joined the wholesale industry. He is a regular contributing writer to HPAC magazine and is involved in several industry groups, including the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH), the Canadian Hydronics Council (CHC) and Beautiful Heat.

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Grow your business in a down economy by using new and existing products to break into the lucrative remodeling and retrofit markets; includes interactive, hands-on product demonstrations.

Mark Hudoba Mark Hudoba is the senior product manager for Heating and Cooling at Uponor. He holds more than 18 years of experience in the housing and construction industry with an emphasis on product development, marketing and sales. Hudoba is listed as an inventor on 10 patents, and holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Marketing, both from the University of Minnesota, as well as an MBA from the University of West Florida. He is a LEED® Green Associate (GA), and a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), formerly the Radiant Panel Association (RPA).

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Explore multi-pipe distribution opportunities using Ecoflex pre-insulated pipe and PEX distribution piping systems; topics include performance characteristics, installation techniques, material and cost comparisons and case studies

Aaron Stotko Aaron Stotko is a product specialist for Uponor Radiant Heating and Cooling. His background is in mechanical design, value engineering and product offering solutions for hydronic radiant heating and cooling applications. He is an expert in Ecoflex® pre-insulated piping for water distribution and has presented several webinars on the topic, including Ecoflex for Commercial, Ecoflex for Residential and Efficiencies with Ecoflex. He is a committee member of ASHRAE TC-6.5 and SPC-152 and has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota.

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Learn how using flexible PEX tubing and multi-port tees in a Logic layout can make plumbing installs faster, easier and more profitable

Tim Peick Tim Peick is an associate product manager for Uponor Plumbing. He holds more than 20 years experience in the industry with a background in product management, quality, manufacturing, distribution, sales and marketing. He is a professional member of the Minnesota Plumbing Heating and Cooling Contractors (MN PHCC) organization and has an educational background in machining, quality assurance and business.

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Know the benefits of Uponor versus the competition, including material properties, the ProPEX® connection, warranty and installation efficiencies

Patrick Reed Patrick Reed is an Uponor sales manager for the Northeast region. He holds more than 28 years in the industry with a background in manufacturing sales, manufacturing representation and wholesale distribution for the radiant and plumbing markets. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), is an Oil Heat Industry associate, and has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Mississippi at Oxford.

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See how easy it can be for plumbers to get into the growing fire sprinkler market with Uponor’s multipurpose system, which combines the fire sprinklers with a home’s cold-water plumbing system

Paul McCulloch Paul McCulloch is the technical sales representative for Fire Safety at Uponor North America. He has more than 15 years of professional experience in fire sprinkler design and extensive knowledge in U.S. and Canadian building and fire codes. McCulloch joined Uponor North America in 2003 as a mentor to the Fire Safety Design Department. His responsibilities include designing and approving engineered contractor plans, training and education, and assisting with the overall development, design and improvement of Uponor’s fire safety product lines. Paul McCulloch is NICET level III certified for fire sprinkler design and is a professional member of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). He holds a degree in fire protection engineering from Seneca College in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Hear the latest fire sprinkler developments and technical updates, including pending changes to NFPA 13D, new product development, mandate adoption status, contractor insurance and design services.

Eric Skare Eric Skare is the product manager for Uponor Fire Safety. He is a Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) and is a professional member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) and the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA). He has been a volunteer firefighter for the Lakeville, Minn. Fire Department since 2002 and has served on the NFPA Technical Committee for Residential Sprinkler Systems since 2009. He is the chair of the Fire Sprinkler Product Line Committee for the Plastic Pipe and Fittings Association (PPFA) and serves on the Residential Committee for NFSA. He is also a member of the UL Standards Technical Panel 1821 for Thermoplastic Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings for Fire Protection Service. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota, and a master’s certificate in Project Management from the University of Wisconsin at Madison.

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Learn the basics of PEX and why not all PEX is created equal; hear the benefits of Uponor PEX-a tubing and ProPEX® cold-expansion fittings and see why they are the superior combination for plumbing over CPVC and copper.

Alan Squires
Alan Squires is the director of Commercial Sales for Uponor. He has more than 25 years of experience in the industry with a background in wholesale and manufacturing sales and marketing for radiant, plumbing and fire safety systems. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Georgia State University.

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Let Uponor’s team of experienced designers show you how to take full advantage of all the benefits of flexible PEX tubing. See real-world examples of how Uponor PEX systems are being successfully used on commercial projects across North America.

Mike Rivers, CPD
Mike Rivers is an associate product manager for Uponor Plumbing. He holds more than 12 years of experience in the industry with an emphasis in plumbing system installation, application and design as well as project and product management for the commercial and residential markets. In 2011, he received his certification in plumbing design (CPD) from the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE). He is a professional member of ASPE and the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Minnesota State University at Mankato.

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Discover how Uponor’s plumbing systems can significantly decrease the cost of your next commercial project.

Mike Rivers, CPD
Mike Rivers is an associate product manager for Uponor Plumbing. He holds more than 12 years of experience in the industry with an emphasis in plumbing system installation, application and design as well as project and product management for the commercial and residential markets. In 2011, he received his certification in plumbing design (CPD) from the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE). He is a professional member of ASPE and the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Minnesota State University at Mankato.

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Hear from Uponor manufacturer representatives, sales managers and contractors as they detail why various commercial projects across North America are specifying Uponor PEX for their plumbing systems.

Tom Stewart, Sales Director, Midwest, Uponor
Joe Grubesic, Sales Manager, Midwest, Uponor
Bernie Hesmert, JSA Sales, Vancouver
Todd Ringgold, Project Manager/Service Manager, Palmer Mechanical, Oklahoma

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Review fundamental radiant-heat transfer concepts and considerations that must be addressed during the design of a radiant slab application.

Peter Simmonds, Ph.D.
Peter Simmonds is the head of the Advanced Technology Group at IBE Consulting Engineers. He holds more than 26 years of experience in the HVAC industry and is a recognized authority in the field of radiant heating and cooling system design. In 1993, he received the Carter Bronze Medal from the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers and has authored or co-authored more than 60 technical papers, articles and books. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and is a member of several ASHRAE Technical Committees in addition to serving on the Handbook committee and Standard 55. He holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Research and Development from Reading Technical College, a Master’s degree from HTS, Den Bosch, The Netherlands and a Ph.D. from T.U. Delft.

Devin Abellon, P.E.
Devin Abellon is the business development manager for Engineering Services at Uponor. He has 17 years of experience in the HVAC industry with a focus on engineering and consulting. His passion is promoting and raising awareness of radiant cooling via training and education for engineers on energy-efficient strategies, concepts and designs. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara and is a registered professional engineer in California, Arizona and Virginia. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) and is the Program Chair for ASHRAE TC 6.5.

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Explore various piping configurations and control strategies to maximize the effectiveness of a radiant heating and cooling system.

Peter Simmonds, Ph.D.
Peter Simmonds is the head of the Advanced Technology Group at IBE Consulting Engineers. He holds more than 26 years of experience in the HVAC industry and is a recognized authority in the field of radiant heating and cooling system design. In 1993, he received the Carter Bronze Medal from the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers and has authored or co-authored more than 60 technical papers, articles and books. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and is a member of several ASHRAE Technical Committees in addition to serving on the Handbook committee and Standard 55. He holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Research and Development from Reading Technical College, a Master’s degree from HTS, Den Bosch, The Netherlands and a Ph.D. from T.U. Delft.

Devin Abellon, P.E.
Devin Abellon is the business development manager for Engineering Services at Uponor. He has 17 years of experience in the HVAC industry with a focus on engineering and consulting. His passion is promoting and raising awareness of radiant cooling via training and education for engineers on energy-efficient strategies, concepts and designs. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara and is a registered professional engineer in California, Arizona and Virginia. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) and is the Program Chair for ASHRAE TC 6.5.

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Discover mistakes others have made in the past and learn how to design a reliable radiant cooling system.

Peter Simmonds, Ph.D.
Peter Simmonds is the head of the Advanced Technology Group at IBE Consulting Engineers. He holds more than 26 years of experience in the HVAC industry and is a recognized authority in the field of radiant heating and cooling system design. In 1993, he received the Carter Bronze Medal from the Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers and has authored or co-authored more than 60 technical papers, articles and books. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and is a member of several ASHRAE Technical Committees in addition to serving on the Handbook committee and Standard 55. He holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Research and Development from Reading Technical College, a Master’s degree from HTS, Den Bosch, The Netherlands and a Ph.D. from T.U. Delft.

Devin Abellon, P.E.
Devin Abellon is the business development manager for Engineering Services at Uponor. He has 17 years of experience in the HVAC industry with a focus on engineering and consulting. His passion is promoting and raising awareness of radiant cooling via training and education for engineers on energy-efficient strategies, concepts and designs. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara and is a registered professional engineer in California, Arizona and Virginia. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) and is the Program Chair for ASHRAE TC 6.5.

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Learn about design issues associated with radiant cooling systems in high-humidity environments; determine how to monitor and control indoor relative humidity to avoid surface condensation.

Mike Talbot
Mike Talbot is the founding partner of Talbot and Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc. His firm concentrates on the pursuit of innovative, environmentally benign engineering designs that adhere to high technical standards. He believes in a holistic approach to sustainability, utilizing the building elements as an integral part of the mechanical and electrical system design. Working with his clients to balance risks and rewards, he is able to evaluate and apply groundbreaking technologies alongside proven solutions to ensure facilities fulfill both their functional objectives and sustainable goals within budgetary constraints. His projects have received worldwide recognition, including an American Institute of Architects (AIA) Merit Award for Sustainable Design, the first AIA Carole Hoefner Cariker Sustainable Design Award and several technology awards from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE).

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Review three high-profile case studies that exemplify energy-efficient radiant cooling application and design.

Nuno Duarte, P.Eng, P.E., LEED® AP
Nuno Duarte is the practice leader for the Buildings Engineering Group at Stantec Consulting Ltd. He holds more than 14 years of experience in the industry with a background in mechanical design and sustainable building solutions. In his role on Stantec’s geothermal team, he is principally focused on developing new methods and technology to improve the geothermal industry. He is a LEED® Accredited Professional (AP) and holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Western Ontario.

Joseph Wenisch, LEED® AP
Joseph Wenisch is a mechanical engineer at Integral Group, Inc., based out of Oakland, Calif. He manages teams of mechanical and plumbing engineers to design sustainable buildings for the commercial, educational and laboratory sectors. He has led teams on several LEED® Platinum buildings and is currently working on a 200,000-square-foot science museum in San Francisco targeting net zero energy and carbon performance. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in Building Systems from the University of Colorado at Boulder.

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Design an efficient radiant cooling system from start to finish and then put that project to the test to see if it meets the design requirements.

Jerry Leyte, P.Eng., MASc.
Jerry Leyte is the commercial sales engineer for Uponor Radiant Heating and Cooling in Canada. He holds more than 15 years of experience in the industry with an emphasis on HVAC and radiant systems in addition to energy management consulting and research. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a master’s in Applied Science from the Technical University of Nova Scotia and is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Institute of Canada (HRAI), the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH) and the Toronto Chapter of the Canadian Green Building Council (CAGBC).

Devin Abellon, P.E.
Devin Abellon is the business development manager for Engineering Services at Uponor. He has 17 years of experience in the HVAC industry with a focus on engineering and consulting. His passion is promoting and raising awareness of radiant cooling via training and education for engineers on energy-efficient strategies, concepts and designs. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California at Santa Barbara and is a registered professional engineer in California, Arizona and Virginia. He is a professional member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE), the American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) and is the Program Chair for ASHRAE TC 6.5.

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