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Even though PEX has a long history in construction applications, its early North American beginnings in residential radiant floor heating systems more than 35 years ago dubbed it a “residential” product for the first decade or so. 

The highlight of the product lunch was the EXO-O1 wearable exoskeleton. It is a passive model that does not require an energy supply. The weight of the arms is transferred to the hips via the forearm supports using mechanical cable pulling technology.

ASA Chief Economist Dr. Chris Kuehl returns with a bonus economic update webinar. This time, Dr. Kuehl will focus less on the current COVID-19 pandemic and instead will take a look at five economic trends that are going to change and five that might.

A vendor creates the product and the distributor takes it to market; a simple, linear process that has evolved over many decades to best leverage the strengths of each player, and offset their weaknesses. 

For residential heating, one of the most noticeable movements we’re seeing is the fine-tuning of hydronic systems for precise temperature control — whether for residential heat or commercial radiant cooling.