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    Aug. 6, 2024
    Ensuring access for all to clean, safe water is a growing problem, and one we can't afford to ignore.
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    July 30, 2024
    Industry job openings decreased by 71,000 in June and are down by 119,000 from the same time last year.
    Bosch
    July 26, 2024
    Integrated unit will then have workforce of more than 26,000 and complementary portfolio at the interface between heating and cooling.
    Watts Water
    July 26, 2024
    This week's gallery highlights a downspout nozzle, a 0.75 gpf pressure-assisted toilet, bath collection finishes that repel water, on-wall bottle-filling stations, a bath collection...
    RMS
    July 26, 2024
    The GSA’s acceptance of ARCSA/ASPE/ANSI rainwater standards in its mandatory design standards and performance criteria for its buildings signals positive momentum for the rainwater...

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    AWWA M22 is a manual of water supply practices that covers the basic principles and methods of water distribution system design and operation.
    July 24, 2024
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    July 24, 2024
    Genuine core values guide your organization's actions and decisions and have a direct, measurable impact on your long-term financial health.
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    July 24, 2024
    The full home transformation will be shown on Lifetime starting in August.
    July 23, 2024
    The two non-profits have partnered to launch a new workforce development and diversity program.
    July 23, 2024
    Manufacturer of premium water heating solutions acquires manufacturer of advanced leak detection and shutoff technology.
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    July 23, 2024
    The partnership will engage RPA, GR and their respective members in technical activities coordination, education, advocacy, community engagement and more.
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    July 23, 2024
    PMI24 will feature insightful programs, interesting keynote speakers, the annual Meeting of the Membership, and outstanding networking opportunities.
    Sooke School District
    July 22, 2024
    Pre-Insulated PEXa pipe meets the need for outstanding energy efficiency and fast installation.
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    July 22, 2024
    Here are nine steps you should take to improve your plumbing company. Hopefully, you are already doing some!
    Bradford White
    July 19, 2024
    Philabundance is an area nonprofit with the simple belief that no one should go hungry while healthy food goes to waste.
    July 19, 2024
    Under the court’s decision, the 2020 Joint Employer Final Rule remains in effect today.
    July 19, 2024
    Pureit offers a broad range of residential water purification solutions and has annual sales of approximately USD $60 million.
    Crescent Tool
    July 19, 2024
    This week's gallery highlights an adjustable wrench, a bathroom faucet collection, a plate strainer with advanced coating, a residential heat pump water heater, a shower wall ...
    Patrick Linhardt
    July 18, 2024
    The author investigates a townhome that used to be hooked up to a district steam heat system in the 1920s.
    High 5 Plumbing
    July 18, 2024
    Leading provider of Denver home services continues support for nonprofits with High 5 Cares program.
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    July 18, 2024
    Iowa is the safest state for construction workers, with 4.9 fatal injuries per 100k workers.
    Bradford White
    July 18, 2024
    Bullard-Havens Technical High School to receive water heaters, service parts through Industry Forward® charitable giving program.
    July 17, 2024
    The newly created position will lead the organization’s Product Management and Marketing teams and will support its growth goals of expanding the product portfolio.
    July 17, 2024
    Updated BIM models improve functionality across Autodesk® Revit® platform.
    Watts Water
    July 17, 2024
    On Friday, August 16th, Watts Water Technology will be announcing this year’s Backflow Hero award winners.
    Terry McIver
    July 17, 2024
    This event underscored the critical role Merit Brass associates play in serving wholesale distributors and the broader industry.
    AWE Foundation
    July 17, 2024
    AWS Foundation will provide grant funding to 14 schools across the country.
    Nelson Mechanical Design
    July 17, 2024
    The homeowner was tired of paying for repairs and was ready to make the necessary changes to get a reliable and effective cooling system.
    Skills USA
    July 16, 2024
    The PHCC Educational Foundation and PHCC Academy® partner with SkillsUSA to sponsor and conduct the annual plumbing contest and provide support for the HVACR Contest.
    July 15, 2024
    WE•Stand is developed by IAPMO to provide comprehensive requirements for optimizing water use practices attributed to the built environment.
    July 15, 2024
    Chaney and 25 other recipients of ANSI’s 2024 Leadership and Service Awards will be honored at the ANSI Leadership and Service Awards Ceremony.
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    July 15, 2024
    To truly attract young people into the trades, we must speak their language: technology.
    Jones Stephens
    July 12, 2024
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    July 12, 2024
    Reviews of the Construction Monkey app, Oracle Field Service software, and the Text Request texting platform.
    Reins
    July 12, 2024
    New Modern Agreement for Rewards and Equity program designed to keep key employees.
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    July 12, 2024
    Overall construction input prices are 1.1% higher than a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 0.7% higher.
    Sonnhalter
    July 11, 2024
    Donate extra inventory, demo models, tools and building materials that are no longer needed, during the month of August in support of Habitat for Humanity.
    EGIA
    July 11, 2024
    The 2025 conference will feature celebrity keynotes, educational breakout sessions, a large vendor exhibition, evening party, and charitable golf tournament.
    July 11, 2024
    Contractors can earn $2 per 1000 BTUs on water heaters.
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    July 11, 2024
    Looking at our trade from a strictly historic viewpoint we see a steady progression of improvements in the way it has grown and evolved.
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    July 11, 2024
    Here are seven ways that AI can transform the way you generate and acquire clients, reduce your costs and overhead, and get back more time for family and friends.
    July 10, 2024
    In his new role, Arul will manage both the US and Canadian Regional Sales Enhancement Centers.
    PHCC-NA
    July 10, 2024
    Jeff Butler and Mary Kelly will deliver their keynotes at the Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex.
    Intellihot
    July 10, 2024
    This event emphasized the surge of innovation that is occurring in the Chicago region, and shined a spotlight on the organizations that make up its vibrant economy.
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    Two $150,000 gifts will support Milwaukee, Nashville organizations,
    SFA Saniflo
    July 10, 2024
    A recent event delivered hands-on training and donated products to the next generation of skilled plumbing professionals.
    Oatey Co.
    July 10, 2024
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    July 9, 2024
    A more robust and environmentally friendly water management system is being developed.
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    HSB will resell WINT’s water management solutions and warrant their performance creating a best-of-breed combination of insurance and technology.
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    Michael Flynn and his crew conduct a successful oil-to-natural gas conversion.
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    July 9, 2024
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    Jaebker promoted to chief financial officer, Nowicki promoted to senior vice president, finance.
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    July 5, 2024
    Industry unemployment rate plunges to second lowest ever recorded.
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    July 3, 2024
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    July 3, 2024
    Despite not being part of the AI revolution headlines, large percentages of field service professionals already believe AI will impact their field.
    KEG Technologies
    July 2, 2024
    Focus on latest equipment and best practices optimizes cleaning, lowers operating costs, saves time, and increases crew productivity.
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    July 2, 2024
    Industry job openings increased by 2,000 last month.
    Victaulic
    July 2, 2024
    $100 million project will create 214 new full-time jobs, adding to the more than 1,600 employees already working across the Commonwealth.
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    Manufacturer enhances commitment to customers with acquisition of leading manufacturer of stainless steel indirect water heating solutions.
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    IAPMO
    July 1, 2024
    The deadline to apply for both task groups has been extended to July 12.
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    Workforce development to be the focus for the upcoming Society Year.
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    The Zurn team has increased PEX manufacturing capacity by over 50%.
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    June 27, 2024
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    RectorSeal
    June 27, 2024
    Gunder Associates will represent all RectorSeal HVAC products, including the TRUaire, Shoemaker, and Dust Free brands.