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    Sal Gattone Elected President of PMI's Board of Directors; Signature Mechanical Installs Radiant, Sprinklers for Dream House; Taco Mourns the Loss of John Hazen White III; Do You Believe in Miracles?; PHCC Names Contractor, Apprentice of the Year; CONTRACTOR's 2022 Products of the Year; and much more.

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    In my end-of-the-year editorial, I talk about some of my personal highs and lows from 2022.
    Dec. 1, 2022
    Johnson Controls
    The Johnson Controls Foundation has supported the Annual Disaster Giving Program since 2012 as part of its efforts to support local communities.
    Nov. 30, 2022
    Department Of Labor
    Pre-apprenticeship program helps disadvantaged young people overcome barriers.
    Nov. 30, 2022
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    Despite a decline in the number of industry job openings, 4.6% of all construction positions are still unfilled.
    Nov. 30, 2022
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    KFI-AM’s annual fundraising event helps the Anaheim-based Caterina’s Club meet the needs of struggling families and individuals.
    Nov. 30, 2022
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    As we get ready to turn the page, let’s look back at some of the highs and lows of 2022.
    Nov. 29, 2022
    Miracle Mechanical
    The relationships Brent Ridley fostered through his podcast were instrumental in making the Miracle Mechanical projects successful.
    Brent Ridley of Miracle Mechanical is giving back by way of what he knows best—installing plumbing and HVAC systems for the less fortunate.
    Nov. 29, 2022
    Bradley
    Pictured is Chris Sunkel, Suncoast Supply (left), Karen Lott, Bradley Corp. (center) and Thomas Dupres, Suncoast Supply.
    Company contributes hand sanitizer dispensers and supplies to support affected community members.
    Nov. 29, 2022
    Oatey Co.
    A hands-on plastic tubular engineering challenge, in which Girl Scouts applied problem solving skills to determine the most efficient way to move an object.
    The program, organized by Oatey’s Women’s Resource Network, earns scouts a Business Jumpstart or Business Creator badge.
    Nov. 29, 2022
    VMA
    Ron Warren passes the ceremonial gavel to Matt Thiel, who will serve as the VMA's new Chairman of the Board for the 2022-2023 term.
    Elections were made at VMA's Annual Meeting, which took place in September.
    Nov. 28, 2022
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    The food distribution program helps individuals and families struggling with food insecurity in the Greater Philadelphia area.
    Nov. 28, 2022
    Oatey
    With more than 30 years of experience in financial management, Musch is a proven executive with a wide range of expertise.
    Nov. 22, 2022
    Pat Linhardt
    Photo 1. -- a mid-20th century tankless water heater.
    The tech on site reported that the boiler was cycling on and off, without the thermostat calling for heat. He was a little spooked.
    Nov. 21, 2022
    IAPMO
    Upc Umc
    The deadline to submit an application is Jan. 31, 2023.
    Nov. 21, 2022
    Team Management System
    The ServiceFactor scheduling screen.
    Reviews of ServiceFactor cloud-based project management software and the Slingshot customer engagement platform.
    Nov. 21, 2022
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    Rheem plans to hire 100 production and office personnel in addition to creating additional production capacity.
    Nov. 18, 2022
    Viega
    Two young attendees at the Tools & Tiaras event.
    Tools & Tiaras works to advance the interest of girls 6-14 who want to pursue mechanical, industrial, technical and skilled trades careers.
    Nov. 18, 2022
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    I, and our readers, would be every interested in hearing how you, the guys at the “tip of the spear” of our industry, are dealing with these issues.
    Nov. 18, 2022
    Sonnhalter Supply
    The items donated will benefit Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity and be used on Habitat for Humanity projects or will be sold at one of the organization’s ReStores.
    The donation consisted of more than 25 pallets of faucets, sinks, bath, drain and plumbing supplies.
    Nov. 18, 2022
    P1 Logo Screen
    The partnership with the Levittown, PA, home service company adds to P1 Service Group’s portfolio in the Mid-Atlantic region.
    Nov. 18, 2022
    Abc National Logo
    Elections were held in conjunction with the association’s annual Leadership Institute in Coronado, California.
    Nov. 16, 2022
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    Sister publication HPAC Engineering talks with the new President of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers about the goals for his two-year term.
    Nov. 16, 2022
    Xylem Bell & Gossett
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    Since restrictions from COVID-19 have been scaled back, the demand for in-person training has surged.
    Nov. 15, 2022
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    After surpassing its pre-pandemic level in September, backlog is now back below the reading observed in February 2020.
    Nov. 15, 2022
    Iapmo White Space
    Created by one of several task groups formed through the IAPMO Technical Services Group, this manual addresses all-gender toilet room design.
    Nov. 15, 2022
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    Let’s take a look at a few practical benefits you should be providing for your plumbers, why they’re so important.
    Nov. 14, 2022
    Nkba Kbis Color
    Weakening market index ratings and more modest 2022 sales growth signal growing concerns.
    Nov. 14, 2022
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    Erika Mosteller, Cynthia Wilson and Madeline Hughes join The New Flat Rate in various roles.
    Nov. 14, 2022
    Nccer
    Conference will cover important topics, including best practices for establishing education and industry partnerships.
    Nov. 11, 2022
    Nelson Mechanical
    The supply return piping running from the carriage house to the main house.
    This rescue project started with a catastrophic leak in a 20-ton geothermal system that served nine heat pumps.
    Nov. 11, 2022