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    July 3, 2024
    One of the things I admire most about the capitalist system is that it is based, necessarily, on reality.
    Sloan Valve
    June 28, 2024
    This week's product gallery highlights bottle fillers and water coolers, pressure-reducing valves, a solids epoxy, rip-resistant nitrile gloves, a wireless water meter, and a ...
    June 26, 2024
    Putnam has more than 10 years of experience in the pump systems industry, including sales management positions at Grundfos and EBARA Pumps.
    June 26, 2024
    Southland and its subsidiary, the Brandt Companies, will leverage ServiceTitan’s end-to-end platform for the commercial sector.
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    June 26, 2024
    The construction industry in the United States is expected to grow by 5.6% to reach USD 1,271.65 billion in 2024.

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    John Mesenbrink
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    Watts Water
    June 25, 2024
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    June 25, 2024
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    June 24, 2024
    The HPBC is a coalition of approximately 200 organizations that provides guidance and support to the High-Performance Buildings Caucus of the US Congress.
    June 24, 2024
    Safety education accounts for the greatest share of total workforce investment at 59%.
    DRYmedic Restoration Services of Treasure Coast, FL
    June 21, 2024
    Matt Black and John Rossi add the DRYmedic Restoration Services franchise to their Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises.
    June 21, 2024
    Veteran industry executive joins the trusted Pacific Northwest experts to implement long-term strategies for sustainable growth.
    Patrick Linhardt
    June 20, 2024
    The author is on a mission to find out how they heat buildings on the other side of the Atlantic.
    McElroy
    June 20, 2024
    The museum details the 70-plus-year history of the company, from its founding in 1954 to its latest cutting-edge products.
    June 20, 2024
    Completed training modules gain entry into Watts’ “Learn and Earn” rewards program.
    Xylem
    June 20, 2024
    Partnership between Xylem, Chris Long Foundation’s Waterboys initiative and Water Well Trust brings clean water access to Goldston family.
    June 20, 2024
    The WE•Stand provides minimum requirements to optimize water use practices attributed to the built environment while maintaining protection of the public health.
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    June 20, 2024
    Let’s visit with some great American companies and learn about their formulas for success—and hopes for the future.
    Zurn Elkay
    June 19, 2024
    This week's gallery spotlights hydropower flush valves and faucets, tubing cutters for copper and plastic, ABS drain/waste/vent pipe and fittings, a water-conserving sink system...
    Service Experts
    June 18, 2024
    The show enlists home improvement professionals to transform the homes and lives of military families across the country.
    June 18, 2024
    As a long-standing member, Hailey was voted in as president by the ASHRAE Board.
    Leap Partners
    June 18, 2024
    Leap Partners acquires Air Care Heating and Cooling in Elizabethtown, KY.
    Taco Comfort Systems
    June 18, 2024
    The strategic goal is to multiply production capacities to meet growing market demand.
    Project2Payment
    June 17, 2024
    Reviews of Project2Payment software, Acumatica Cloud ERP Construction Edition, the Freshworks customer service suite and XAPP AI Complete.
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    June 17, 2024
    Imagine my shock at reading not one, but two articles in the last issue espousing socialist ideology!
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    June 14, 2024
    To get the most out of your fleet, every decision should proceed from accurate, verifiable, and up-to-date information.
    Five Star Bath Solutions
    June 14, 2024
    A thoughtful remodel of an existing bathroom can play a critical role in helping seniors retain their independence.
    June 14, 2024
    The set of courses rewards participants for learning the latest State technologies—the Premier® AL Heat Pump Water Heater and the Adapt™ Tankless Water Heater.
    June 14, 2024
    The first working group meetings will be held virtually in late July.
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    June 13, 2024
    Overall construction input prices are 2.1% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 2.2% higher.
    Sloan
    June 13, 2024
    Venue is the world’s first commercial plumbing showroom to be LEED- and WELL-certified.
    Nelson Mechanical Design
    June 13, 2024
    The pivot from fossil fuels to a non-carbon future presents tremendous challenges and opportunities. What will the role of mechanical contractors be? Will we fight change or embrace...
    June 13, 2024
    The water heater manufacturer and nonprofit veterinary services provider join to make a difference in the health and well-being of Philadelphia-area pets.
    Hiller Plumbing
    June 13, 2024
    In 2015, Hiller received their first Pro Partner award, ranking first among 20 contractors selected from a pool of national businesses.
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    June 12, 2024
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    Hengst
    June 12, 2024
    Main Filter has been a respected manufacturer of hydraulic filters for more than 35 years.
    KROHNE Group
    June 12, 2024
    Growing financial and environmental pressures have heightened the importance of accurate and reliable measurement of produced water flow.
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    June 11, 2024
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    REHAU
    June 11, 2024
    Ending a project with 25,000 feet of pipe and 4,000 fittings with zero leaks is an amazing accomplishment, and a huge saving in labor costs.
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    June 11, 2024
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    June 7, 2024
    The new tool will help California’s construction and renovation projects comply with the new built environment regulation.
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    June 7, 2024
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    June 7, 2024
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    June 7, 2024
    P100, which is updated every three years, establishes mandatory design standards and performance criteria for GSA-owned buildings.
    Watts Water
    June 7, 2024
    As Watts reflects on 150 years of achievements, they look forward to many more years of innovation and growth.
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    June 7, 2024
    On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 251,000 jobs, an increase of 3.1%.
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    ProFlow has spent over 35 years designing and manufacturing effective and reliable modular fluid systems.
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    June 6, 2024
    Spending was down on a monthly basis in 10 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories.
    Quality Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
    June 6, 2024
    The Oklahoma-based home service company started as an HVAC company in 2014 and has grown to include plumbing and electrical.
    June 5, 2024
    Skilled craft professionals continue to earn high wages.
    Acme Engineering
    June 4, 2024
    Advanced electrode boilers are being installed to replace outdated, inefficient fuel-burning equipment in district heating systems.
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    June 4, 2024
    Industry job openings are down by 25,000 from the same time last year.
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    June 4, 2024
    Manufacturer announces $10,000 donation and two $3,500 scholarships to support Women in Plumbing and Piping (WiPP).
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