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October 9, 2025 – 9am – 3pm – State Bar & Grill at Empire State Building, 21 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10118
A Full-Day 7.5 PDH Marathon for Engineers to drive Smarter, Sustainable Buildings and Advancing Hydronic Heating & Energy Efficiency for
New York City Buildings
Learn how elevator drainage solutions safeguard lives and support code compliance. This session covers the 100 GPM flow rate required by NYC Building Code 3007.3 for Fire Service Access and Occupant Evacuation Elevators, installation methods for slab and post-tension designs, and IAPMO flow rate performance testing. Attendees will understand key drivers behind new codes, the anatomy of elevator drains, design options and best practices for secure, accessible, and resilient building design.
Brenden Shearer has spent the past seven years with Global Drain Technologies, specializing in linear drainage solutions that utilize the full range of Global Drain Technologies product offering for a wide variety of commercial and residential industry applications.  Overseeing the Northeast Region, Brenden has developed a deep understanding of the region’s evolving building codes and regulations. He has worked closely with architects, engineers, and building owners to navigate recent updates, offering a high performing and cost-efficient drainage solutions that combines functionality with a sleek, architecturally appealing design.
Presented by Cody Jung from Arctic Heat Pumps, an air-to-water heat pump manufacturer in Canada, this presentation reviews the calculations required to accurately predict energy input/output for any air source heat pump over an average heating season for any residential/light commercial building in any location. The calculations used to demonstrate the SCOP (seasonal coefficient of performance) prediction method includes Arctic air-to-water heat pumps performance data and NYC weather data as inputs. This serves to provide a localized exhibit of the capabilities of Arctic Heat Pumps in the NYC area as they relate to performance and efficiency.Â
Cody Jung is the sales manager for Arctic Heat Pumps, an air-to-water heat pump manufacturer in Canada specializing in the design and supply of modern hydronic systems. Cody has spent 10 years in the renewable energy business, working with solar thermal, solar PV, geothermal, and Air to Water in the process. Air-to-water heat pumps are amongst the most versatile heating/cooling devices in North America. To reliably utilize this product versatility requires knowledge, experience, and a solutions mindset. Cody Jung processes these qualities and has helped to orientate Arctic Heat Pumps as hydronic solutions leaders in North America.
Navigating the Future of Commercial Water Heating, explores the upcoming DOE 2026 regulatory updates and their impact on efficiency, venting, and retrofit design. It reviews the history of DOE standards, explains the differences between Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) and Thermal Efficiency (TE), and outlines new requirements that will mandate condensing technology for most commercial water heating equipment. Attendees learn about venting categories, condensate management, and design considerations for both retrofit and new installations. The session emphasizes how these changes will reshape product selection, installation practices, and long-term energy savings for commercial applications
John Brody is the Sr. Director of Sales for LAARS Heating Systems. In his role, John is responsible for driving the Sales, Service, and Distribution of LAARS products and solutions. Before joining LAARS Heating Systems, in 2017, John spent 21 years representing AERCO International, a high efficiency commercial boiler and domestic water heating company, based out of New York, where he was the Director of Sales. John currently lives in the Chicago suburbs with his wife of 32 years. He holds a Bachelor degree in Business Administration and an MBA from Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois. John is also an active member of many HVAC and plumbing industry associations including AHRI, AIM/R, ASA, ASPE, and MCAA.
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Tim Greer is Academy Training Manager with REHAU. With 20 years of technical training experience in HVAC and plumbing, Tim has held training leadership roles with key industry players such as Rinnai, Grundfos, Rheem, JCI (York), and GE. Tim was instrumental in launching many of Rinnai’s key product offerings including their Condensing Water Heater and Boiler lines in 2008/2009 as well as their I-Series Boiler Line in 2018. Tim also launched Grundfos Commercial Business Solutions’ Sustainable Buildings Academy in 2023.
This course will review the current industry standards for sizing booster packages, and by extension plumbing systems. By comparing the variability of design flow across different standards and deviations from actual consumption, we discuss the extent to which over-sizing occurs. We then cover the impact of over-sizing residential, commercial, institutional pressure boosting systems and why accurate selection matters. Participants will learn about booster flow, right-sizing benefits, drawdown tank sizing, and key design and equipment considerations to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Kazi Nasir is a Global Offering Manager at Armstrong Fluid Technology with over 13 years of experience specializing in HVAC & plumbing systems, energy solutions, product management, and leadership. With a strong engineering background, he focuses on the design and success of sustainable and efficient plumbing systems, including domestic water booster packages and integrated building water management. Over the past six years at Armstrong, Kazi has led global product launches and market expansion initiatives, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve system performance and reliability. His expertise spans system design, package integration, hydronic technologies, and water distribution optimization, helping customers address challenges related to efficiency, sustainability, and lifecycle value. A skilled and engaging presenter, Kazi has shared insights with audiences worldwide, promoting best practices and innovation across the HVAC, plumbing and building services industries.
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Please note that this is one of the most popular events offered by Rathe Associations, and spots tend to fill up quickly. Please Enroll ASAP to secure your place.
This event is intended for Engineers, Designers, Developers, and Facilities managers.