• Home >
  • Back Issues >
  • Contractor >
  • March 2022

    • March 2022

    The Evolution of a Pre-Fab Shop; Biden Signs Pro-PLA Executive Order; Taco Presents the Dan Holohan Award; Zurn Water Solutions and Elkay to Combine; National Hardware Show to Join Design and Construction Week; It's Showtime! and much more.

    More content from March 2022

    Cherne
    A large-size pneumatic blocking plug being used in wastewater system maintenance.
    Let's take a further look at the two options and how to use them safely.
    Feb. 24, 2022
    Photo 9533270 © Liquidanbar | Dreamstime.com
    The Sate of Alabama building in downtown Montgomery, Alabama.
    Innovative public/private collaboration aims to stop flow of raw sewage into backyards of more than 175 disadvantaged households over the next two years.
    Feb. 24, 2022
    Photo 118213166 © Oleg Dudko | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 118213166
    The bipartisan bill seeks to preserve development of codes and standards that promote community resilience, advance sustainability and protect public safety.
    Feb. 24, 2022
    Bradford White Logo
    Leading manufacturer announces its continuing investment in the plumbing and HVACR trade organization’s training, education and workforce development programs.
    Feb. 24, 2022
    Photo 178949527 © Akesin | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 178949527
    The workforce shortage is "The most acute challenge facing the construction industry."
    Feb. 23, 2022
    Triangle Tube
    Chad Marzitelli.
    Marzitelli joined the Triangle Tube team in 2018 as a Midwest Regional Sales Manager.
    Feb. 22, 2022
    Photo courtesy of Twin Cities Business & Joy by Jo Photography.
    Malco president and CEO Rich Benninghoff, middle, with Sara Ausman, Twin Cities regional president for Alerus, left, and Twin Cities Business Magazine editor Ali Kaplan, right.
    Malco is one of eight Minnesota manufacturers to receive the award, which spotlights superior work from companies of all sizes related to product design and engineering.
    Feb. 22, 2022
    A. O. Smith
    A. O. Smith Senior Technical Trainer Jerry Winslett on-set.
    The premiere episode will feature A. O. Smith Marketing Director, Jeff Storie, and will discuss marketing in the water heating industry.
    Feb. 22, 2022
    Photo 145870300 © Timur Konev | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 145870300
    NCC highlights the career opportunities that construction can provide.
    Feb. 22, 2022
    Walraven
    W2000 CUSHION CLAMP
    Feb. 22, 2022
    Pat Linhardt
    A chemical shot feeder expansion tank.
    That’s the beauty of hot water and steam heating. You never know what you’re going to see next.
    Feb. 21, 2022
    Icc Logo Dual Es
    CONTRACTOR paid a visit to the International Code Council booth during Design & Construction Week to talk about the latest developments in codes and standards.
    Feb. 21, 2022
    Icc Logo
    The new certification reinforces expertise from both organizations to address solutions in disaster and climate resiliency.
    Feb. 18, 2022
    AHR Expo
    A1 C2933
    Large, in-person events are back. Here is just a small sampling of the people, innovations and moments captured during the AHR Expo, KBIS, IBS and more.
    Feb. 18, 2022
    Photo 124448670 © Pop Nukoonrat | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 124448670
    New study from Dodge Data and Analytics finds owners are embracing digital workflows.
    Feb. 18, 2022
    Iwsh Logo
    The winning poster creator will receive USD $100, with USD $1,000 going to his/her school.
    Feb. 18, 2022
    The New Flat Rate
    Rodney Koop and Danielle Putnam.
    Rodney Koop, founder and CEO of The New Flat Rate, and Danielle Putnam, president of The New Flat Rate, will both be guest speakers at the event.
    Feb. 18, 2022
    Duravit
    Robert Downie.
    Downie steps into the role with a vast understanding of the North American market and the kitchen and bath industry.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    Taco
    John Hazen White III presents the Dan Holohan Award to Bob Barbour at AHR Expo 2022 in Las Vegas.
    Award-winner Bob Barbour has been a member of ASHRAE for more than 30 years.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    Vma Logo
    The 2022 event will take place April 6-8 in San Antonio, TX for the first time in over three years.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    Kohler Co.
    The new Casa Grande, AZ manufacturing facility.
    Located in Casa Grande, AZ, plant will produce bathing and showering products to meet growing demand and serve western US customer base.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    High 5 Plumbing
    High 5 owner, Levi Torres, joins a video chat to help diagnose a plumbing problem.
    High 5 Plumbing utilizes technology to minimize on-site plumbing assessments.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    Jobber Logo
    Second-annual grant program helps launch, grow, and strengthen home service businesses across the U.S. and Canada.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    Rinnai Logo
    The Rinnai PRO Network improves benefits with addition of leasing option through Advantage Alliance.
    Feb. 17, 2022
    AHR Expo
    A1 C2933
    After two years of uncertainty and a longing to reunite the industry, the event represented an eagerness to return to business drawing 30,678 attendees.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Projul
    Projul cloud-based construction management software, on desktop, tablet and phone.
    Reviews of Projul cloud-based construction management software and the HomeX home services platform.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    TDIndustries
    Microsoft Teams Image (3)
    These relationship-focused leaders will drive innovation and excellence for TD's customers.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Photo 109446030 © Saklay Tawan | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 109446030
    Building Talent Foundation releases the results of residential construction workforce engagement study.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Photo 21623746 © Richie Lomba | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 21623746
    Executive Order 14063 requires Project Labor Agreements on federal construction contracts exceeding $35 million.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Xylem 2022 Banner 1200x628
    Students urged to sign up before the March 7 deadline for the chance to win $20,000 in the Xylem Innovation Challenge.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Photo 121627461 © Edgars Sermulis | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 121627461
    Many contractors are switching to construction-specific software that is eliminating the hidden costs while at the same time increasing productivity.
    Feb. 16, 2022
    Photo 128782380 / 3g © Alexander Yakimov | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 128782380
    How fleet owners and managers can prepare for the immanent infrastructure sunset.
    Feb. 15, 2022
    Photo 10603262 © Iurii Kryvenko | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 10603262
    The rise comes amid some price relief in metals like iron and steel.
    Feb. 15, 2022
    Redwood Services
    From left to right: Richard Lewis (CEO - Redwood), Brian Arlinghaus (President - Arlinghaus), Heather Arlinghaus (General Manager - Arlinghaus), John Conway (COO - Redwood)
    Brian and Heather Arlinghaus, co-founders of Arlinghaus, will retain a significant minority ownership stake.
    Feb. 15, 2022
    Photo 2568360 © Sculpies | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 2568360
    Index readings for sales, profit margins and staffing levels all inched lower in January.
    Feb. 15, 2022
    Photo 57412788 © Andrey Popov | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 57412788
    The root of sales success is your ability to gather and provide information in a way that makes your prospect want to do business with you.
    Feb. 14, 2022
    Photo 12490818 © Lisenco Laurentia | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 12490818
    Just in time for Valentines Day, the e-commerce platform donates $60,000 in support of industry training and education.
    Feb. 14, 2022
    Zurn/Elkay
    Zurn-Elkay logo
    The merger will create a world-leading company offering sustainable water solutions.
    Feb. 14, 2022
    ThermOmegaTech
    The Industrialist Hotel in downtown Pittsburgh.
    Royco, Inc., uses thermostatic valves in combination with ECM pumps for a self-balancing system delivering almost instant hot water to every occupant.
    Feb. 14, 2022
    Uponor
    Uponor Top Workplaces Na Sign Mn Global Sustainabillity Leader 2021
    This award is based entirely on feedback from an employee engagement survey conducted by an independent, third-party research company.
    Feb. 11, 2022
    Icc Logo
    Key assets acquired from each of these organizations will expand digital solutions to code officials and provide professional development and training to plumbing and piping professiona...
    Feb. 11, 2022
    Photo 168873945 © Bohdana Smiian | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 168873945
    More than 74% of those surveyed stated that they currently use high-efficiency toilets.
    Feb. 11, 2022
    Design Construction Week
    Design & Construction Week's International Builders' Show and Kitchen & Bath Industry Show welcome The National Hardware Show to co-locate in Vegas for 2023.
    Feb. 11, 2022
    NAHB
    NBA legend Magic Johnson delivers the keynote speech at the 2022 International Builders' Show.
    IBS attendance seen as a strong signal of strength in the building industry.
    Feb. 11, 2022
    Noritz America
    NCC199CDV COMMERCIAL TANKLESS WATER HEATER
    This week's gallery shines the spotlight on a commercial tankless water heater line, two commercial heat pump lines, a compact water heater, a vertical multistage pump line, and...
    Feb. 11, 2022
    Reed Manufacturing
    Reed company HQ in Erie, PA.
    Carl Reed, scion of one of Erie’s pioneer families, along with three partners, started the business in 1896.
    Feb. 10, 2022
    Photo 55517702 © Goodluz | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 55517702
    It was not very long ago that the trades, pre-digital of course, were more reliant on personal skills and experience than on tech.
    Feb. 10, 2022
    Nahb Logo
    NAHB/Royal Building Products Remodeling Market Index shows demand strong in the face of supply chain and skilled labor difficulties.
    Feb. 9, 2022
    Danfoss
    The Turbocor VTCA400 compressor.
    The Turbocor VTCA400 compressor was named the 2022 AHR Expo Product of the Year, edging out nine other Innovation Awards category winners.
    Feb. 8, 2022
    Grundfos Logo
    The partnership supports the companies’ shared goals of enhancing the accessibility and conservation of water.
    Feb. 8, 2022
    Harris Products Group
    Community support in Mayfield.
    Together the companies distributed oxy-fuel torches to help with clean up efforts.
    Feb. 8, 2022
    Photo 26473265 © Sborisov | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 26473265
    The Act includes three PMI-backed provisions.
    Feb. 8, 2022
    Photo 108648942 / Abstract © Aoleshko | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 108648942
    The Act aims to accelerate U.S. production of critical semiconductor chips and strengthen the supply chain.
    Feb. 7, 2022
    Photo 48617888 © Hans Slegers | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 48617888
    This substantial improvement occurred even as the omicron COVID-19 variant was sweeping the nation.
    Feb. 7, 2022
    Kohler Logo
    New program offers CEDIA members project leads and exclusive pricing on smart kitchen and bath products.
    Feb. 7, 2022
    Bosch Thermotechnology
    STAINLESS-STEEL BOILER LOW-LOSS HEADER
    This week's gallery focuses on a boiler low-loss header, a high-performance ball valve line, an air-to-water heat pump line, a series of electric tankless water heaters, mini ...
    Feb. 5, 2022
    Franklin Electric Logo
    The company's Commercial Summit is a chance to celebrate the previous year’s sales and service achievements across its United States and Canada water operations.
    Feb. 4, 2022
    Photo 39783256 © Khunaspix | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 39783256
    This despite impressive January jobs report -- analysis by ABC.
    Feb. 4, 2022
    Ashrae Logo
    More than 43,000 people preregistered to attend the AHR Expo, including 130 media representatives.
    Feb. 4, 2022
    John W. Danforth Co.
    From left to right Mike Bement, Patrick Moran and Richard DeLotto.
    Mike Bement was named VP, Shop Operations, Rich DeLotto was named VP, Operations, and Patrick Moran was named VP, Virtual Design & Construction.
    Feb. 2, 2022
    Photo 31596084 © Mira Agron | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 31596084
    Spending was down on a monthly basis in 11 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories.
    Feb. 1, 2022
    Xylem
    Mark Morelli.
    Morelli currently serves as President and CEO of Vontier Corporation, the $3B global industrial technology company.
    Jan. 31, 2022
    Photo 121494476 © Yauheni Labanau | Dreamstime.com
    Dreamstime S 121494476
    Funding to the tune of $50 billion is now in place to begin the arduous task of repairing and replacing America’s aging water delivery system.
    Jan. 28, 2022
    IAPMO/EWTS
    Robert R. Puente (left) and Dr. Richard Thorsten.
    Dr. Richard Thorsen and Robert Puente will deliver the keynote addresses at the Emerging Water Technologies Symposium.
    Jan. 28, 2022