Blogs

Apr. 24, 2013

Days of on-off control are fading

The heating system had been “upgraded” over the last 150 years to the point where it no longer functioned. Our story talks about how Rich Swatton, president of ModCon Service....More
May. 14, 2013

Getting pumped: manufacturers invest in America, infrastructure

Some of the major players in the pumping industry are investing in the U.S., and its deteriorating infrastructure. Stemming from my visits starting from the last year, I have seen Grundfos, Taco and Wilo USA and Xylem taking giant steps in the future of America. Each company sees an opportunity to grow by concentrating efforts here in....More
Apr. 15, 2013

‘You have got to have a sense of humor!'

Last month I was in San Diego, Calif., for the QSC Power Meeting XXXVIII. While flying back to Chicago, I realized how much knowledge I gained by attending the meeting…  Of course my primary purpose for attending these industry conferences is to report back to you — Contractor magazine readers — all the....More