markb

Recently I fell in love with hydronics. The endless possibilities have kept me awake for more than a few nights.

I have been looking for a good hydronic read recently to give me a solid foundation for designing hydronic systems, a book for hydronic troubleshooting (pumps, noise, zone valves) and also a book to explain how to do the electrical controls.

Any recommendations? I just brought "Modern hydronic heating" by John Siegenthaler. Also Dan Holohan's books seem interesting.

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markb

I am also looking for online literature on hydronics.

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Bonafide

Pretty decent books, very detailed explains functions of every part and helpful with troubleshooting

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nhmaster3015

Go to www.heatinghelp.com and check out Dan's library. If it's about hydronics or steam, he's got it. A good read is " Pumping Away" by Dan Holohan

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Protech

I just got that one. Has been a really good read so far.

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OldSchool

I never bought a book..... my education started the old way...where you were with one journeyman all the time and he taught you all the way through...

I think that is a big problem in the industry today.... there is no mentoring..... Now a days you get your ticket ( or sometimes before you are ticketed) with very little hands on a then they send you out on your own.

Back in the day close to 80% of buildings where either Hydronic or steam up here.
Since then I have taken so many courses on boilers, hydronics and pumps that it gets to be boring attending them.

I also have an electronic engineering degree and design most of my controls my self.

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Firestone

Radiant Basics: A Basic Course for Radiant Panel Heating Systems by John Siegenthaler was the first one i read , pretty good book , dry at some points but overall a good read.

njoy plumbing

Dan Holohan - only writer that can keep your attention. He speaks in laymans terms, great for first time hydronic readers.

Ron

How about this one markb?

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Firestone

What was the point of your response? markb requested books that people recommend and you turned it into your opportunity to brag?