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    Nov. 4, 2024
    Unless we pay close attention to the warning signs, all these good intentions might pave us a road to someplace very bad…
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    Oct. 28, 2024
    This week's gallery highlights installation-ready rigid coupling for fire systems, PEX-a pipe for service lines, an air-source heat pump water heater, a tankless reverse osmosis...
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    Skyline view of Birmingham, Alabama - The Magic City.
    Oct. 24, 2024
    Birmingham rolls out the crimson red carpet for Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) and its attendees.
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    Containers and container ship at the vast Port of Los Angeles.
    Oct. 23, 2024
    American Supply Association members share their thoughts about strike workaround strategies—and the advantage of domestic sourcing when possible.
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    Oct. 23, 2024
    Emmerich succeeds Franz Cerwinka, who will serve as senior advisor until March 2025, to ensure a smooth and orderly transition.

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    NTEA
    A scene from the show floor during Work Truck Week 2024.
    Oct. 23, 2024
    Advance pricing discounts available for Work Truck Show, Green Truck Summit and more.
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    Applicants must be apprentices or trade school students, or college students pursuing studies directly related to the industry.
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    Chattanooga, TN at night.
    Oct. 22, 2024
    Award-winning price generating software company gives contractors actionable advice for today’s problems in home service industry.
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    Both companies will join SEER’s Boise-based Western Heating and Air business, led by Bob Barnes.
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    Local partners Karam Brothers and Northern Arizona Pump played a crucial role in the installation, while The Vinyl Institute provided PVC piping material.
    Oct. 22, 2024
    Xylem, Chris Long Foundation and Water Well Trust partner to further awareness of rural water access challenges.
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    Oct. 22, 2024
    The author uncovers a hydronic puzzle from the 1950s, and deals with an unexpected challenge of his own.
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    Oct. 21, 2024
    There is not a one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to leasing vs. buying work trucks because plumbing companies are all unique.
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    Oct. 21, 2024
    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...
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    High-efficiency boilers in a mechanical room.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    How retro-commissioning can uncover inefficiencies in older systems, leading to improved efficiency, lower operational costs and greater comfort.
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    Michael Carter (center), PHCC's Plumbing Instructor of the Year.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    Described as the kind of instructor who "changes lives," Carter’s teaching approach is deeply rooted in his own experience.
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    Overhead view of a wastewater treatment center using ferrous chlorate.
    Oct. 18, 2024
    Peristaltic metering pump solves ferrous chlorate injection line pressure challenge.
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    Oct. 17, 2024
    This week's gallery is all about trucks: truck bodies, truck storage and truck accessories.
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    The four CHP-120 Fully Integrated Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) in the mechanical room, along with piping and circulators.
    Oct. 17, 2024
    A. O. Smith CHP-120 units deliver ease of installation, energy savings and customer satisfaction.
    Workiz
    The Workiz scheduling dashboard.
    Oct. 16, 2024
    Reviews of AI enhancements to the Workiz field service platform, FieldEdge management software, Linxup GPS tracking and more.
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    Oct. 16, 2024
    A service truck is the lifeblood of the company.
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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.
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    Oct. 16, 2024
    Industry professionals are encouraged to visit Watts at Booth #832, Bradley at booth #633, and Josam at booth #620.
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    Vincent Giglio III (holding trophy), PHCCs Plumbing Contractor of the Year 2024.
    Oct. 16, 2024
    A third-generation business owner, Giglio is Vice President of Universal Plumbing in Shreveport, Louisiana,
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    Andrew Wilson (holding trophy).
    Oct. 16, 2024
    Wilson is a third-year plumbing apprentice with Midwestern Mechanical, Inc. in Spencer, Iowa,
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    Kieth Bienvenu, the 2024 Col. George D. Scott Award Winner, speaks at PHCC Connect.
    Oct. 16, 2024
    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.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Throughout the show, Rheem will provide insights into its capabilities using cutting-edge simulation technology.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Backlog increased in every region except for the Northeast in September.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Training offered for current prospective contractors on standards for federally funded construction, service contracts.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Consistently washing hands with soap and water is an easy, effective and affordable way to prevent the spread of diseases and save lives.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Construction employers need to think more strategically about how to incent and retain a shrinking workforce.
    SEER Group
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    Interplay will serve as a centralized learning hub for over 1,600 The SEER Group employees.
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    Oct. 15, 2024
    We talk with the CEO and Co-founder of Cala Systems, Michael Rigney about how his company hopes to win the market.
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    Oct. 11, 2024
    Organizations seek immediate relief against California’s push to ban ICE vehicles.
    Baethke Plumbing
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    Oct. 11, 2024
    Why is rebranding important? How is it done? Read how Baethke Plumbing managed its branding transition.
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    Oct. 11, 2024
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    Nonresidential construction input prices also decreased 0.9% for the month.
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    Acquisition strengthens AUC's design expertise and capacity to meet the demand for larger, customized water and wastewater treatment plants.
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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.
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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.
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    Oct. 10, 2024
    Making the chilled water outside would eliminate a compressor failure issue—but could we make it all work?
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    Oct. 10, 2024
    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...
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    Oct. 9, 2024
    The Tech Alliance leverages technology resources to help ABC members develop people, win work and deliver work safely, ethically and profitably.
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    Oct. 9, 2024
    The acquisition of Warren Controls brings with it a wealth of experience and expertise in the control valve industry.
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    Oct. 8, 2024
    The study offers insights into what leaders really want and need from their field service technology.
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    Oct. 8, 2024
    Alexander joins the National Institute of Building Sciences from Deloitte Consulting’s Government & Public Sector Practice.
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    The former Wisconsin chapter President will provide strategic direction, transformational leadership and innovative education solutions.
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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.
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    FAMU becomes the first Historically Black College and University (HBCU) to host a Trimble Technology Lab (TTL).
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    Oct. 4, 2024
    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.
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    The report was published by the ABC National Construction Technology and Innovation Committee and was written specifically for contractors.
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    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.
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    National Toilet Tank Repair Month encourages regular maintenance and repairs to ensure toilets operate efficiently and contribute to water conservation efforts.
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    Customers can expect improved efficiency and enhanced overall service to meet their ever-evolving needs.
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    A luxury co-op on New York City's Upper East Side.
    Oct. 2, 2024
    Plumbing work in co-ops can often involve unique issues with access, payments, liabilities and more.
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    The annual holiday on October 7 will also applaud industry workers who make it all possible.
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    19 of the residential infrastructure repair company's contractor partners were honored during the Ninth Annual Contractor Awards.
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    Oct. 1, 2024
    On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.22 trillion.
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    Oct. 1, 2024
    Industry job openings increased by 138,000 last month but are down by 16,000 from the same time last year.
    Systainer USA
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    Oct. 1, 2024
    For the first time, U.S. customers will have direct access to the full range of high-quality systainer products that can be purchased directly from the manufacturer.
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    Grow the Trades Grants aim to help close the skilled labor gap by supporting nonprofit organizations that are skilling, reskilling and upskilling tradespeople.
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    Meritage Homes is the fifth-largest public homebuilder in the United States.
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    Steve Panelli, Chief Plumbing Inspector, City and County of San Francisco, and Jeremy Stettler, Coordinator/Inspector, Davis School District, Clearfield, Utah, were elected to...
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    The global business training, coaching and implementation organization will be on hand to discuss growth strategies for the home service industry.
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    Sept. 27, 2024
    PHCC Executive Director discussed the role of building codes in disaster mitigation.
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    Sept. 27, 2024
    Award is one of the highest levels of recognition given to partners who demonstrate consistent efforts to promote water conservation and develop water-efficient products.
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    Sept. 27, 2024
    Clark has led several national homebuilders including MI Homes, Richmond American Homes, Beazer Homes, Ashton Woods Homes, Ryland Homes and Buffington Homes.