March 26, 2025Without proper protection, sewage can find its way back into buildings, creating a mess that no one wants to deal with. That’s where backwater valves come in—and in this post, we’ll explore when they’re needed, how they work, and how to maintain them.
August 1, 2024Explore the multifaceted role of electronic trap primers in supporting water conservation and green building initiatives within commercial facilities.
December 11, 2023Bidding farewell to the headaches of stopped-up commercial kitchen drains is as easy as understanding what causes the clogs. In this article, we’ll outline the top troublemakers when it comes to these obstructions, as well as how to prevent them.
July 14, 2022Green roofs offer a multitude of attractions—economic, environmental, and more. Read on as we explore these benefits and show why this type of green infrastructure deserves serious consideration among commercial building owners.
August 26, 2021Commercial building owners and developers can play a pivotal role in improving the health of our waterways by implementing green stormwater infrastructure—green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, and more—into their designs.
May 24, 2021Laboratories and commercial kitchens have an important role to play in protecting our environment—starting with what you put down your drains. Read on for an overview of what substances need to stay out of your pipes and why it’s so very important that you follow the rules.
November 21, 2017Cannistraro, Boston’s largest mechanical contractor, turned to Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co. when sourcing plumbing materials for their new fabrication facility in Boston’s Flynn Marine Park.
September 22, 2017Choosing the wrong floor drain for your winery, brewery, or creamery could be disastrous. The last thing you want when you’re making a fermented product is to introduce rogue bacteria into your environment.
July 28, 2017Many municipalities require a minimum 100 GPM flow rate for any trench drain used at a Fire Service Access Elevator—a policy now being strictly enforced in San Francisco.
June 1, 2015The Orleans Parish Coroner’s Office has been operating out of a former funeral parlor since Hurricane Katrina. After 10 long years, their brand new facility is finally ready!
May 14, 2015As the new Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine opens its doors this fall, it may surprise many to learn that it’s new construction.
October 27, 2014The new Vikings stadium required thousands of floor drains and toilets. Smith’s Labor Saver® lavatory supports and custom drains helped the plumbing contractor save time and money without compromising the quality of work.
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