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Worker on Building Site.
ABC data shows modest growth in project backlogs and continued contractor optimism for sales in the months ahead.
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The KBIS logo outside the Orange County Convention Center.
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AHR Expo
Massive crowds line up for the first day of the AHR Expo.
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Learning Resources

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A third collection of some of the amazing hydronic jobs Nelson Mechanical Design has performed.
Feb. 3, 2026
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Move heavy loads with ease using advanced motorized lifting solutions that save time, reduce costs, and boost efficiency.
Oct. 2, 2025
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Get expert guidance on how to select and properly size temporary cooling applications with the Roadmap to Temporary HVAC: Cooling Job Sizing Guidance and Calculations.
July 16, 2025
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A second collection of some of the amazing hydronic jobs Nelson Mechanical Design has performed.
Oct. 7, 2024

Management

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Drew Cameron on Cracking the Code
Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show.
March 13, 2026
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Determining what is and is not a crisis is your job as the boss and your field representative’s job as your proxy.
March 12, 2026
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Mechanical contractor strengthens long-term independence and employee engagement with advisory support from Prairie Capital Advisors.
March 11, 2026
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You can’t fix ransomware risk by just buying random security tools—you fix it by protecting the systems your company depends on to generate revenue. Here is where contractors ...
March 9, 2026

Codes

IAPMO
The updated draft provides guidance on construction practices, flushing, monitoring and preoccupancy disinfection to safeguard water quality before buildings open.
March 11, 2026
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Workers in the construction industry have one of the highest suicide rates among all professions, emphasizing the urgent need for mental health support.
March 6, 2026
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IAPMO provides technical guidance and workforce training to help cities, developers, and contractors optimize plumbing systems.
March 2, 2026
LA Mission logo
Volunteer plumbers and industry partners will deliver code-compliant, water-efficient plumbing improvements to support daily operations serving more than 1,000 people.
Feb. 19, 2026

Hydronics & Radiant

A. O. Smith logo
Veteran engineering leader will guide residential and commercial product development as the company prepares for upcoming DOE efficiency regulations.
March 12, 2026
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Joint venture with Ariston Group brings tank and heat pump water heaters to Lennox dealers across the US and Canada beginning March 16.
March 10, 2026
Mueller
Mueller strainer sensor
This week's product gallery spotlights smart steam strainers with differential pressure monitoring, large-size copper press fittings, thermal energy storage tanks, a one-touch...
March 7, 2026
Milwaukee Tool
Plumber using a press tool.
For this Q&A we talk with Master Plumber Eric Aune about near-boiler piping problems, and how modern press tools can be the solution.
March 6, 2026

Technology

Gray Trunk
The Grey Trunk RFID dashboard.
Review of Grey Trunk RFID asset management software, the BizXpert inventory solution, Limble asset management, and Applause performance and incentive software.
March 13, 2026
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New report combines data from 1.2 million vehicles and 600 fleet professionals to identify cost pressures, downtime drivers, and opportunities for operational efficiency.
March 9, 2026
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The question facing every home service business is simple: Will you adopt this technology proactively, or will you wait until competitive pressure forces your hand?
March 5, 2026
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Strategic partnership leverages AI-powered insights to improve customer engagement, speed, and service consistency across markets.
March 4, 2026

Tools

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The 10th annual Prize for Teaching Excellence honors 25 teachers and programs preparing students for careers in the trades.
March 5, 2026
Zurn Elkay
Zurn Elkay water dispenser
This week's gallery features a residential built-in filtered water dispenser, a 1.25 gpm showerhead, a drain cleaner for large pipe up to 10 in., a continuous-monitoring sentry...
Feb. 27, 2026
RIDGID
RIDGID products then and now.
Three decades of innovation have helped plumbing and drain contractors inspect faster, locate more accurately and document jobs with confidence.
Feb. 24, 2026
General Pipe Cleaners
General Pipe Cleaners pipe inspection tool
This week's gallery highlights a drain inspection tool, a smart hybrid heat pump water heater, a boiler trim kit, a cordless ratchet, a cordless and handheld drain cleaner, and...
Feb. 13, 2026