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    Endeavor Business Media
    Feb. 6, 2024
    The last seven decades have seen incredible advances in plumbing technology.
    A. O. Smith
    Feb. 1, 2024
    This week's gallery highlights tankless water heaters, a circulator pump, a variable-frequency drive, an electric actuator, a commercial boiler, and hydronic separators.
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    Jan. 30, 2024
    Industry job openings decreased by 21,000 last month and are down by 39,000 from the same time last year.

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    Jan. 29, 2024
    The 2024 NSPC provides the latest information about common materials, fixtures, devices and equipment systems used or installed in plumbing systems.
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    Jan. 29, 2024
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    Jan. 29, 2024
    DEWALT has been delivering tools to meet the needs of professional tradespeople around the world since 1924.
    Jan. 26, 2024
    Joins over 850 companies supporting the skilled trades and career readiness.
    AHR Expo
    Jan. 26, 2024
    The conference focused on critical topics such as decarbonization, climate change, and artificial intelligence.
    Jan. 25, 2024
    Schmidt-Lehmann will bring leadership, vision and strategic thinking to ensure the association delivers for its 22,000 member companies.
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    Jan. 25, 2024
    Latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc. predicts the industry will record over 6.1% CAGR from 2023 to 2032.
    Jan. 25, 2024
    Seamlessly integrates Lytx® dashcam with Ford Pro Intelligence and Ford commercial vehicles to help reinforce compliant driving practices.
    Endeavor Business Media
    Jan. 25, 2024
    As we close out AHR Expo 2024, here are some of the products that caught our eye on the final day.
    Jan. 25, 2024
    Tina Gullickson has been named has his successor.
    Jan. 24, 2024
    Kurt Bruenning is the national distributor’s new Chief Financial Officer.
    AHR Expo
    Jan. 24, 2024
    Here are some of the most interesting, innovative products we found from our second day at AHR Expo 2024.
    Jan. 24, 2024
    New York leads the way in annual ranking recognizing commitment to LEED certification and sustainable communities.
    Watts
    Jan. 23, 2024
    Watts plans to host several celebratory events throughout the year.
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    Jan. 22, 2024
    Here are some of the most innovative, interesting products we found on our first day at AHR Expo 2024.
    Jan. 19, 2024
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    Nelson Mechanical Design
    Jan. 19, 2024
    When a geothermal system has problems with overheating, Nelson Mechanical Design installs the solution.
    Zurn Elkay Water Solutions
    TOP-MOUNT EXPOSED SENSOR FLUSH VALVES
    Jan. 19, 2024
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    Designer-judges select best-in-class products in seven categories.
    Jan. 18, 2024
    This manual provides education and guidance to help plumbers and other personnel responsible for the design, construction and commissioning of water systems.
    Jan. 18, 2024
    Leading digital marketing and field service management providers partner to develop unique product and service offerings.
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    Global leader in thermal comfort also unveils important product updates.
    Jan. 18, 2024
    Continues to execute growth strategy through bolt-on geographic and capability acquisitions.
    Noritz
    Jan. 17, 2024
    Tyler Rygh of All Coast Plumbing & Rooter finds the winning Scratch & Win card after buying a Noritz NRCR tankless water heater.
    EGIA
    Jan. 17, 2024
    The annual golf tournament will give attendees the opportunity to connect with top executives, innovators, and peers from across the industry.
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    Jan. 17, 2024
    Reviews of the Master Mechanic field service A.I., ServiceNow field management software, the Setmore booking platform, and the Rize reputation management solution.
    Jan. 17, 2024
    Key promotion will mean changes for the company's marketing and customer service teams.
    Jan. 17, 2024
    The company will host six presentations across two days, covering commercial and residential water heating technology.
    Patrick Linhardt
    Jan. 17, 2024
    It was obvious from the near boiler piping that whoever installed this boiler wasn’t following the instructions supplied with this boiler or any other boiler.
    Jan. 16, 2024
    Global leader in contractor and supplier information management enters 2024 focused on continued growth, client satisfaction and product innovation.
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    Jan. 16, 2024
    If you look at your suppliers as adversaries or have the opinion that they are all trying to take advantage of you, you are missing the big picture.
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    Jan. 16, 2024
    Collectively, contractors experienced an uptick in optimism during the holiday season.
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    Jan. 12, 2024
    BI2024 will cover resilience, building technology, and building performance and sustainability.
    REHAU
    Jan. 12, 2024
    REHAU has grown from a family-owned company into today's family of companies.
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    Jan. 12, 2024
    Overall construction input prices are 1.2% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 1.6% higher.
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    Jan. 11, 2024
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    Sussman Electric Boilers
    Jan. 11, 2024
    Advancements in material science are enhancing the efficiency and durability of electric boilers.
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    Jan. 11, 2024
    California manufacturer turns to heat pump technology to save energy, money, and help minimize carbon footprint.
    Intellihot
    Jan. 10, 2024
    The 2023 winners were announced at an event held on November 16th at the University of Illinois at Chicago Forum.
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    Jan. 10, 2024
    Water damage is increasingly evolving into an uninsurable risk for many commercial buildings.
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    Jan. 9, 2024
    Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the rule provides guidance on proper classification and seeks to combat employee misclassification.
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    Allen Stanley has been promoted to Vice President, fittings manufacturing and distribution, and Rudy Smith to Vice President, valve manufacturing.
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    To capture generational knowledge before a quarter of skilled workers call it quits, leaders should quickly and efficiently roll out digital tools.
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    Duke is announcing several new leadership roles and offices to accomplish her vision during this transformative period.
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    On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has grown by 197,000 jobs, an increase of 2.5%.
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    Jan. 5, 2024
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    NETZSCH Pumps & Systems
    Jan. 4, 2024
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    Jan. 4, 2024
    Survey results suggest broader awareness is needed to help heat pumps go mainstream across America.
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    Manufacturer expands its residential, commercial and industrial space heating portfolio as customer needs evolve.