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Downtown Chicago, IL, site of the 2027 AHR Expo.
Annual awards recognize products and technologies evaluated for innovative design, practical applications and potential market impact, with entry fees also supporting workforce...
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Sept. 21, 2026
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Air-to-water heat pumps are reshaping high-efficiency building design. Learn how hydronic systems can improve comfort, efficiency, and IAQ while creating new opportunities. Register...
Aug. 18, 2026
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Vehicle acquisition costs keep rising, maintenance costs are increasing, and fuel prices are through the roof. If you’re a plumbing, HVAC or electrical contractor you could be...
June 10, 2026
A third collection of some of the amazing hydronic jobs Nelson Mechanical Design has performed.
Feb. 3, 2026

Management

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Sets of cooling towers on top of a data center building.
The long-term viability of an AI data center will be influenced by whether its systems can adaptably accept new thermal demands without jeopardizing either reliability or constructabili...
Oct. 16, 2026
Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show.
Oct. 16, 2026
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How plumbing and HVAC contractors can automate routine customer communication, bring customers back for maintenance, and reduce repetitive office work.
Oct. 15, 2026
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missed calls on phone display
Unanswered calls silently drain your business profits. Measure, identify, and plug these leaks to boost revenue without extra marketing expenses.
Oct. 15, 2026

Codes

The new American National Standard and National Standard of Canada incorporates contemporary fixture flow rates, water-efficient appliance considerations and real-world usage ...
Oct. 15, 2026
Dewi will oversee Product Certification, Systems Certification Body and Continuous Compliance operations while guiding growth and collaboration across IAPMO R&T.
Oct. 5, 2026
A conversation with IAPMO CEO Dave Viola as the organization marks its 100th Anniversary.
Sept. 25, 2026
Each code update has a singular focus in mind: protect the health of the nation.
Sept. 24, 2026

Hydronics & Radiant

Replacing a nearly seventy-year-old boiler in a historic home means understanding system history to inform modern upgrades.
Oct. 15, 2026
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Milwaukee, WI, site of the 2026 PHCC CONNECT.
The Infiniti GC tankless water heater and eF XT commercial gas water heater will be featured at the Oct. 19-22 conference, with product discussions focused on contractor challenges...
Oct. 14, 2026
The new California facility combines product development, engineering, testing and hands-on training to strengthen feedback between North American contractors, distributors and...
Oct. 13, 2026
The industry is shifting towards integrated systems that leverage advanced controls and flexible fuel options, emphasizing the importance of contractor education and system adaptability...
Oct. 12, 2026

Technology

Varton brings more than 30 years of engineering and product development experience, while Machuga will lead the company’s digital strategy and continued development of AI capabilities...
Oct. 9, 2026
The sixth annual construction technology report examines how contractors are using wearables, AI, drones, data and connected jobsite tools to reduce risk.
Oct. 5, 2026
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The industry keeps widening the recruiting pipeline. It sees no fix for the drain. The increasing cognitive complexity of modern plumbing and hydronic systems quietly pushes experienced...
Oct. 5, 2026
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AI assistant concept art
It’s a short-listed, high-stakes decision— and what the AI assistant shares with prospective customers is, largely, pulled from the contractor’s own website.
Oct. 2, 2026

Tools

General Pipe Cleaners
The JM3080 in use.
High-pressure water jetting has become the preferred method for drain cleaning across various industries due to its superior ability to remove grease, sludge, and ice.
Oct. 7, 2026
The manufacturer welcomed the TV host and CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation to its Defiance, Ohio facility.
Oct. 6, 2026
After more than two years of competition and preparation, Sposito became the first woman to represent the United States in WorldSkills welding.
Oct. 5, 2026
Three longtime Pennsylvania manufacturers mark Manufacturing Day with a limited-edition product collaboration and a focus on skilled workers and local workforce development.
Sept. 29, 2026