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    NTEA
    A scene from the show floor during Work Truck Week 2024.
    Advance pricing discounts available for Work Truck Show, Green Truck Summit and more.
    Oct. 23, 2024
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    Applicants must be apprentices or trade school students, or college students pursuing studies directly related to the industry.
    Oct. 22, 2024
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    Chattanooga, TN at night.
    Award-winning price generating software company gives contractors actionable advice for today’s problems in home service industry.
    Oct. 22, 2024
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    Both companies will join SEER’s Boise-based Western Heating and Air business, led by Bob Barnes.
    Oct. 22, 2024
    Xylem
    Local partners Karam Brothers and Northern Arizona Pump played a crucial role in the installation, while The Vinyl Institute provided PVC piping material.
    Xylem, Chris Long Foundation and Water Well Trust partner to further awareness of rural water access challenges.
    Oct. 22, 2024
    Pat Linhardt
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    The author uncovers a hydronic puzzle from the 1950s, and deals with an unexpected challenge of his own.
    Oct. 22, 2024
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    There is not a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to leasing vs. buying work trucks because plumbing companies are all unique.
    Oct. 21, 2024
    Allied Analytics LLP
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    Biological wastewater treatment refers to a set of techniques that uses biological agents such as bacteria, protozoa, and fungi to remove contaminants from water and purify it...
    Oct. 21, 2024
    Akhilesh Prabhugaonkar holds a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering from the Vishwakarma Institute of Technology. He has a special interest in forensics, world history...
    Oct. 21, 2024
    Daniel Fraiser, PE, CCP, is Vice President/general manager at Cornerstone Commissioning. With more than 35 years of experience in mechanical contracting, laboratory controls and...
    Oct. 18, 2024
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    High-efficiency boilers in a mechanical room.
    How retro-commissioning can uncover inefficiencies in older systems, leading to improved efficiency, lower operational costs and greater comfort.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    PHCC
    Michael Carter (center), PHCC's Plumbing Instructor of the Year.
    Described as the kind of instructor who "changes lives," Carter’s teaching approach is deeply rooted in his own experience.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    Netzsch
    Overhead view of a wastewater treatment center using ferrous chlorate.
    Peristaltic metering pump solves ferrous chlorate injection line pressure challenge.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    Reading
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    This week's gallery is all about trucks: truck bodies, truck storage and truck accessories.
    Oct. 17, 2024
    Marcel Schade is the Western Regional Sales Manager for NETZSCH Pumps USA. 
    Oct. 17, 2024
    A. O. Smith
    The four CHP-120 Fully Integrated Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) in the mechanical room, along with piping and circulators.
    A. O. Smith CHP-120 units deliver ease of installation, energy savings and customer satisfaction.
    Oct. 17, 2024
    Workiz
    The Workiz scheduling dashboard.
    Reviews of AI enhancements to the Workiz field service platform, FieldEdge management software, Linxup GPS tracking and more.
    Oct. 16, 2024
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    A service truck is the lifeblood of the company.
    Oct. 16, 2024
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    DAB Pumps, Inc. will exhibit its water pumping and control products at Booth #214 at ASPE in Columbus OH Oct 21-22, 2024.
    Oct. 16, 2024
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    Industry professionals are encouraged to visit Watts at Booth #832, Bradley at booth #633, and Josam at booth #620.
    Oct. 16, 2024
    PHCC
    Vincent Giglio III (holding trophy), PHCCs Plumbing Contractor of the Year 2024.
    A third-generation business owner, Giglio is Vice President of Universal Plumbing in Shreveport, Louisiana,
    Oct. 16, 2024
    PHCC
    Andrew Wilson (holding trophy).
    Wilson is a third-year plumbing apprentice with Midwestern Mechanical, Inc. in Spencer, Iowa,
    Oct. 16, 2024
    PHCC
    Kieth Bienvenu, the 2024 Col. George D. Scott Award Winner, speaks at PHCC Connect.
    Col. George D. Scott, the award acknowledges a PHCC member who has provided years of service and unselfish devotion to the association and to the industry.
    Oct. 16, 2024
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    Throughout the show, Rheem will provide insights into its capabilities using cutting-edge simulation technology.
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    Backlog increased in every region except for the Northeast in September.
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    Training offered for current prospective contractors on standards for federally funded construction, service contracts.
    Oct. 15, 2024
    Bradley
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    Consistently washing hands with soap and water is an easy, effective and affordable way to prevent the spread of diseases and save lives.
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    Construction employers need to think more strategically about how to incent and retain a shrinking workforce.
    Oct. 15, 2024
    SEER Group
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    Interplay will serve as a centralized learning hub for over 1,600 The SEER Group employees.
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    We talk with the CEO and Co-founder of Cala Systems, Michael Rigney about how his company hopes to win the market.
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    Organizations seek immediate relief against California’s push to ban ICE vehicles.
    Oct. 11, 2024
    Baethke Plumbing
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    Why is rebranding important? How is it done? Read how Baethke Plumbing managed its branding transition.
    Oct. 11, 2024
    Kohler
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    This week's gallery features an ice bath, a residential combi boiler, a water leak detection system, cabinets to protect hydronic manifolds, a tethered tool bag, and a funnel ...
    Oct. 11, 2024
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    Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.9% for the month.
    Oct. 11, 2024
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    Acquisition strengthens AUC's design expertise and capacity to meet the demand for larger, customized water and wastewater treatment plants.
    Oct. 11, 2024
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    Dave Koval of Dave Koval Plumbing & HVAC, located in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania, was presented a new Ford F-150, valued at $70,000.
    Oct. 11, 2024
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    The hydronic underfloor heating market is projected to surpass USD USD 7.9 Billion by 2032, as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights, Inc.
    Oct. 10, 2024
    Nelson Mechanical Design
    Three new Multiaqua 5-ton chillers.
    Making the chilled water outside would eliminate a compressor failure issue—but could we make it all work?
    Oct. 10, 2024
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    The manufacturer will showcase an array of water heating and storage solutions Oct. 18-23 in Columbus, Ohio, at the premier event for plumbing engineers, designers, specifiers...
    Oct. 10, 2024
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    The Tech Alliance leverages technology resources to help ABC members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably.
    Oct. 9, 2024
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    The acquisition of Warren Controls brings with it a wealth of experience and expertise in the control valve industry.
    Oct. 9, 2024
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    The study offers insights into what leaders really want and need from their field service technology.
    Oct. 8, 2024
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    Alexander joins the National Institute of Building Sciences from Deloitte Consulting’s Government & Public Sector Practice.
    Oct. 8, 2024
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    Endeavor Business Intelligence’s 2024 Perception of the Trades report shows a growing need to better help people understand the demand for skilled labor and possible career paths...
    Oct. 7, 2024
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    The former Wisconsin chapter President will provide strategic direction, transformational leadership and innovative education solutions.
    Oct. 7, 2024
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    The content was developed to help policymakers understand how a change to one part of the system affects the other parts.
    Oct. 4, 2024
    Marcone
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    This week's gallery features an expanded press-fitting line, a medium-sized storage option for power tools and equipment, a residential condensing gas water heater, green-beam...
    Oct. 4, 2024
    Trimble
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    FAMU becomes the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to host a Trimble Technology Lab (TTL).
    Oct. 4, 2024
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    The construction unemployment rate increased to 3.7% in September. Unemployment across all industries decreased from 4.2% in August to 4.1% last month.
    Oct. 4, 2024
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    The report was published by the ABC National Construction Technology and Innovation Committee and was written specifically for contractors.
    Oct. 3, 2024
    Hiller Plumbing
    A Hiller technician and Big Al, mascot of the University of Alabama.
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    Effectively managing your company’s finances is the foundation for any business owner looking to scale.
    Oct. 3, 2024
    Flushmate
    A Flushmate-equipped pressure-assisted toilet.
    National Toilet Tank Repair Month encourages regular maintenance and repairs to ensure toilets operate efficiently and contribute to water conservation efforts.
    Oct. 3, 2024
    Jenny Mann
    A ribbon-cutting ceremony at the grand opening celebration.
    Customers can expect improved efficiency and enhanced overall service to meet their ever-evolving needs.
    Oct. 3, 2024
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    To avoid the shock of receiving a large tax bill that you were not expecting, here are a few recommendations.
    Oct. 3, 2024
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    Improving your standing with search engines can seem like a challenging task, but there are a few underutilized strategies you can use to help you get ahead.
    Oct. 3, 2024
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    A luxury co-op on New York City's Upper East Side.
    Plumbing work in co-ops can often involve unique issues with access, payments, liabilities and more.
    Oct. 2, 2024
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    The annual holiday on October 7 will also applaud industry workers who make it all possible.
    Oct. 2, 2024
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    19 of the residential infrastructure repair company's contractor partners were honored during the Ninth Annual Contractor Awards.
    Oct. 1, 2024
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    On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.22 trillion.
    Oct. 1, 2024