Copper vs plastic pipes is a common conundrum when looking to fit new pipework in your home. Which should you use for everyday plumbing projects? Which should you use for central heating? Can you use ...

As I said in our last story, I love working with copper pipes and fittings and circulators and valves. I also love modern advances as they are often real improvements over old school approaches. Some ...

Georgia-based producer of wire and cable products also is using reclaimed plastic in its cable spools. Southwire says it has as one of its goals to use 100 percent recycled materials in its packaging ...