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    • July 2022

    Made in America 2022; Rasmussen Mech Keeps the Beer Cold in Sturgis; PMI CEO Kerry Stackpole Named to Federal Advisory Committee; Fire Protection From Afar; How High Performance Technology Can Help Alleviate the Water Crisis; "We Love STEM Day" and much more.
    Uponor
    Spools of PEX tubing being wound on the Uponor factory floor.
    July 4, 2022
    I think it’s fair to say that the skilled trades are closer to the manufacturing industry than other professions.
    The Unified Group
    A group shot of forum attendees.
    June 29, 2022
    Members from 15 companies learned more about succession planning, talent development and more.
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    June 29, 2022
    The Clorox Company and GOJO added to growing alliance committed to increasing awareness of the “Do Not Flush” symbol just in time for California’s first observance of Flush Smart...
    Jarrod Brinker, Chief Strategy Officer at Southern HVAC, shakes hands with Thad Hedrick, President & Founder of Pro Plumbing Services, LLC.
    June 29, 2022
    The acquisition by Southern HVAC builds on their already established Plumbing & Air Service Company brand servicing the greater Piedmont Triad area.
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    June 29, 2022
    The 2022 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence will recognize 20 winners in October.

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