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Steve Minnich's new book - Hard Knocks: My Life Inside Boiler Rooms

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Erin Holohan Haskell
Erin Holohan Haskell Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 2,299
edited September 2020 in THE MAIN WALL
Our friend @Steve Minnich wrote a new book called Hard Knocks: My Life Inside Boiler Rooms.

This book takes an in-depth look at what it takes to be a top notch, heavyweight hydronic system service technician, installer, and designer from a guy who spent nearly 40 years in the trenches. You’ll learn the proven methods of:
  • Complete Hydronic System Design
  • Radiant System Design
  • Boiler Piping Prefabrication
  • Pump Sizing
  • Manual J Load Calculations
  • Commercial CSD-1 Requirements
  • Combustion Analysis
  • Servicing Modulating Condensing Boilers
  • Control Wiring
  • Steam to Hot Water Conversion Musts
  • Steam Efficiency
  • A Unique Way to Approach Sales
  • And more!
Congratulations, Steve! I can't wait to read it.

President
HeatingHelp.com

TinmanRou781

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  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    Thank you, Erin! I appreciate the support. It's uncharted territory for me.
    Steve Minnich
    Erin Holohan Haskell
  • RayWohlfarth
    RayWohlfarth Member Posts: 1,491
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    Just bought mine!
    Ray Wohlfarth
    Boiler Lessons
    TinmanTom_133
  • Tom_133
    Tom_133 Member Posts: 884
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    Hey Ray! buy me one too! J/K
    Tom
    Montpelier Vt
  • icy78
    icy78 Member Posts: 404
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    I read the blurb on Amazon. I got one coming! 
    Tinman
  • DanHolohan
    DanHolohan Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 16,529
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    Steve is a great storyteller and this book delivers the goods.
    Retired and loving it.
    Tinman
  • Dan Foley
    Dan Foley Member Posts: 1,258
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    Looking forward to reading this one, Steve.  
    Tinman
  • unclejohn
    unclejohn Member Posts: 1,833
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    I was going to write a book on where not to eat in DC.
  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    I’m bringing this back to the top because I believe everyone can benefit from reading this book, no matter what your skill level is or how many years of experience you have. 

    I’m not afraid to share the mistakes I’ve made and my hope is that you will learn some things the easy way as a result of me learning many things the hard way. 
    Steve Minnich
  • hot_rod
    hot_rod Member Posts: 22,158
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    Nice job, a friendly, informative read, from an old dog that has walked the walk :)
    Bob "hot rod" Rohr
    trainer for Caleffi NA
    Living the hydronic dream
    Tinman
  • LS123
    LS123 Member Posts: 466
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    I look forward to getting one. thank you for sharing you experience and knowledge with all of us are curious about how to best utilize heating, cooling etc. !!
    Thank you!
    @LS123
    Tinman
  • D107
    D107 Member Posts: 1,852
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    Just ordered one; should be enlightening for homeowners too!
    Tinman
  • Mad Dog_2
    Mad Dog_2 Member Posts: 6,970
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    Got mines! Thanks for documenting your experience. Can't wait to read. Mad Dog
    Consulting by Mad Dog & Matt Jr.
    Tinman
  • ethicalpaul
    ethicalpaul Member Posts: 5,704
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    I bought it! Looking forward to reading it
    NJ Steam Homeowner. See my sight glass boiler videos: https://bit.ly/3sZW1el
    Tinman
  • icy78
    icy78 Member Posts: 404
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    Got it. Read it. Totally enjoyed it. 
    Only found one disappointing thing. And that was .............
    ...when I found I'd got to the end!
     Good job Steve!


    Tinman
  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    icy78 said:

    Got it. Read it. Totally enjoyed it. 
    Only found one disappointing thing. And that was .............
    ...when I found I'd got to the end!
     Good job Steve!


    Thanks so much! Glad you liked it.
    Steve Minnich
    icy78
  • Alan (California Radiant) Forbes
    Alan (California Radiant) Forbes Member Posts: 4,009
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    I'm only half way through, but this is a wonderful book and a must-have for anyone that designs, installs or services hydronic equipment. It's full of useful tidbits that will make my job easier, especially about the electrical work that has to be done when we install a boiler.

    The book also has insights into Steve's life, how he picked up this wonderful trade and how stubborn he was and the lessons he learned in order to improve himself.

    Fantastic job, Steve!
    8.33 lbs./gal. x 60 min./hr. x 20°ΔT = 10,000 BTU's/hour

    Two btu per sq ft for degree difference for a slab
    Tinman
  • DanHolohan
    DanHolohan Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 16,529
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    Please review it on Amazon. That helps the author. Thanks. 
    Retired and loving it.
    Tinman
  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    @Alan (California Radiant) Forbes Thanks so much, Alan! I appreciate that. 
    Steve Minnich
  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    @DanHolohan Thank you, Dan!
    Steve Minnich
  • Erin Holohan Haskell
    Erin Holohan Haskell Member, Moderator, Administrator Posts: 2,299
    edited November 2020
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    I just finished @Steve Minnich's book...and wow! He takes the reader under his wing and weaves lessons into entertaining stories from his time in the trades. He really knows his stuff and I'm grateful he's sharing his knowledge. Buy this book and take his advice. It will help you be more successful.

    President
    HeatingHelp.com

    Tinman
  • Tinman
    Tinman Member Posts: 2,808
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    Thank you, Erin! I'm glad you liked it.
    Steve Minnich
    Erin Holohan Haskell

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