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Aerial view of large industrial Data center construction site.
Excluding data centers and power generation, nonresidential spending declined for the second consecutive month, reaching its lowest level since September 2023.
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Inside a modern wastewater treatment plant.
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Aug. 18, 2026
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June 10, 2026
A third collection of some of the amazing hydronic jobs Nelson Mechanical Design has performed.
Feb. 3, 2026
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Management

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A large prefabricated module ready for transport to the construction site.
Modular construction poses unique challenges for mechanical contractors, making it critical that they engage early in the design process to ensure system reliability.
Sept. 2, 2026
The cheapest lead is rarely the cheapest customer. Thirty seconds will tell you which of your channels is overcharging you.
Sept. 1, 2026
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collaboration, artificial intelligence and technology concept
As AI tools increasingly source information from trusted trade outlets, companies in the skilled trades must focus on capturing and sharing their expertise through credible coverage...
Aug. 31, 2026
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Hand turning a plumber's wrench in a mechanical room
How establishing habits like daily logs and clear invoicing practices can help contractors maintain profitability.
Aug. 31, 2026

Codes

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The skyline of downtown Birmingham, UK, site of the 14th World Plumbing Conference.
MOUs signed at the World Plumbing Conference create a framework for collaboration on training, water management, research and technical expertise.
Sept. 2, 2026
This week, we update our Software Showcase with cloud-based project tracking; Windows-based hydronic heating and cooling system design; a construction calculator for mixed feet...
Sept. 1, 2026
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Dome of the New Jersey state capitol building in Trenton.
Updated NSPC adds revised wet venting, water-efficiency provisions, fixture standards and other changes affecting plumbing contractors and code officials.
Aug. 31, 2026
Incorporation of ICC/MBI standards into the 2027 I-Codes aims to make modular construction more predictable across jurisdictions.
Aug. 24, 2026

Hydronics & Radiant

R.F. MacDonald will retain its name, leadership and territory while gaining additional engineering, factory and operational resources.
Sept. 1, 2026
Nationwide Boiler
An industrial boiler room.
Planning temporary boiler capacity before an outage gives industrial operators more flexibility during maintenance, modernization and capacity changes.
Aug. 28, 2026
New 150,000 BTU/Hr. models offer flexible installation, low-NOx operation and, with the GR, integrated hot water recirculation.
Aug. 27, 2026
In this installment of Ras Class we explain how to minimize boiler corrosion, including the importance of proper water treatment, maintaining correct water chemistry, controlling...
Aug. 24, 2026

Technology

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vans in a commercial fleet.
Linxup survey of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other field-service professionals finds drivers value accident prevention and protection when incidents occur.
Sept. 2, 2026
This week's gallery highlights USB thermal imaging for smartphones and tablets; an open-top cargo basket for easy-to-access storage; a boiler water-fired water heater; a single...
Aug. 6, 2026
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Robot arm welding metal pipe.
A new BuiltWorlds report finds robotics use has surged among contractors, with accuracy, safety and productivity driving broader adoption across construction jobsites.
Aug. 4, 2026
A free guide developed by Carollo Engineers and industry partners provides practical guidance for implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning in potable reuse, drinking...
July 29, 2026

Tools

This week's gallery features residential and commercial high-efficiency water heaters; a drain cleaner with a strong, flexible shaft; a manual, single-handle bath faucet; architect...
Aug. 21, 2026
This week's gallery highlights wafer check valves for press systems, a commercial digital mixing platform, a hydronic heating and DHW heat pump, copper press fittings, a smart...
Aug. 14, 2026
This week's gallery features a side window protection system for service vans, a commercial gas water heater that adjusts to fuel qualities as well as fuel type, heaters that ...
July 31, 2026
This week's product gallery spotlights commercial PVC that eliminates bacteria and algae growth, an indoor filtered water cooler with an automatic purge system, an ultrasonic ...
July 24, 2026