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Strong words about bubble-wrap insulation
 The delightfully irascible Martin Holladay has much to say about the claims some manufacturers are still making on their bubble-wrap insulation. Check it out here. Mr. H. always gets my blood pumping.
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Liquid Air
 This article about a new method of storing energy fascinated me. I didn't even know this was possible. Did you know this was possible? And, hey, if I was swimming under liquid air, would I have to come up for water? |
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Our fast-changing industry
 How often should heating professionals have to go to school to learn what's new? Is five years too much time between classes? How about one year? That's what they're discussing in the U.K. right now and it's very serious business. Your thoughts? Love to hear them. |
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More old radiant
 Recently, I shared a story with you about an ancient ondol heater that was causing an argument between the Koreans and the Chinese. Subscriber, Joe Hammes, wrote to say, "This article shows a Civil War era version of the kang or ondol heater. There's a description in there by an officer that reads a lot like contemporary radiant heating marketing material." For sure. Thanks, Joe! |
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Cause for concern
 This article from the New York Times does a good job of describing the precarious condition of NYC's old natural-gas pipes. The recent building explosion in Harlem brought this to most everyone's attention and it looks like it's going to be a very long time before the situation gets better. Note in the article the high cost involved here, and how that will be passed on to the natural-gas customers. Is converting from oil to gas still the smart thing to do? I wonder. |
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Big stuff
 This has nothing to do with heating, even though they'll be heating the buildings that rise through the platform, but it made me smile. It's been years in planning and when you watch the video you'll see why. Think they'll heat with natural gas? And thanks to Erin for sharing. |
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A warm moment
 Here's a fun experiment from Duracell. Would you hold hands with a stranger if it meant being a bit warmer on a bitter-cold day? Hmm, I suppose it would depend on the stranger, eh?
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