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  • November 2022

    • November 2022

    Executive Order on PLAs Provokes Firestorm of Comment; Boiler Upgrade Delivers Peak Performance; PHCC National Assn. Holds PHCCCONNECT 2022; Michel & Heimer Step Down From Service Roundtable Leadership; The Electrification Sound Bite; and much more.
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    User Friendly Home Services Announces Acquisitions

    March 24, 2023
    Company to acquire AccuTemp Heating & Air Conditioning in Louisville, KY, and Efficient Air Heating and Cooling in Owensboro, KY.
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    It’s All About Trust

    Nov. 4, 2022
    For this year’s PHCCCONNECT, the theme I came away with was “trust.”
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    The Electrification Sound Bite

    Oct. 28, 2022
    PHCC continues to explain the flaws in the electrification model and push for professional installations.
    Sloan Valve
    Sloan’s Denise Dougherty, Global Regulatory Manager and Daniel Gleiberman, Product Compliance and Government Affairs Manager receiving the EPA WaterSense Excellence Award.

    Sloan Wins 2022 WaterSense Excellence Award

    Oct. 28, 2022
    Sloan was honored during the WaterSmart Innovations (WSI) Conference and Exposition held in Las Vegas.
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    AHR Expo Announces 2023 Innovation Awards Winners

    Oct. 27, 2022
    Each year, winners are chosen in ten industry categories to represent the most innovative products and technologies set to hit the market in the year ahead.

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    PMI
    The 2023 PMI Board of Directors (left to right): Bob Neff, Delta Faucet Co.; Belinda Wise, Kerox, Ltd.; Daniel Gleiberman, Sloan Valve Co.; 2023 board vice president Chip Way, Lavelle Industries; 2023 board president Sal Gattone, LIXIL; 2023 board secretary/treasurer Cambria McLeod, Kohler Co.; Kevin Campbell, Moen, Inc.; and 2022 board president Martin Knieps.

    Sal Gattone Elected President of PMl’s 2023 Board of Directors

    Oct. 27, 2022
    Board members approved, Rethink Water initiative launched at 68th Annual Meeting of the Membership.
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    Investment in Structures Falls Again in Third Quarter

    Oct. 27, 2022
    Decline continues, even as overall economy continues to expand, says ABC.
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    ICC Hosts Conference on the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act

    Oct. 27, 2022
    The Code Council hosted experts and industry professionals to discuss the importance of clean water policies and solutions.
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    Domingo Mohedano Named VP and General Manager of Laars

    Oct. 27, 2022
    Bradford White Corporation selects dynamic, experienced manufacturing executive for key leadership position.
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    Downtown Charlotte, NC - the Queen City.

    PHCCCONNECT2022 Held in Charlotte

    Oct. 26, 2022
    Annual conference and expo included National Apprentice Contest, educational sessions, networking events and more.
    General Pipe Cleaners
    SPEEDROOTER 92 DRAIN CLEANER

    Weekly Product Gallery: General Pipe Cleaners, REHAU, NIBCO, Tyco, HAP System, QED

    Oct. 26, 2022
    This week's gallery highlights a drain cleaner that clears tree roots, a compression-sleeve PEX/manifold fitting system, SAE flare adapters, riser manifolds, surface-mounted pipe...
    Pat Linhardt
    The red fitting on top of the very large tee is a Bell & Gossett dip tube air separator.

    One of the Old Ways

    Oct. 26, 2022
    Dip tube air separation was all the rage before air scoops, tangential air separators, or the current method(s) of air elimination.
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    Medalists in Industrial Mechanics at the World Skills Competition.

    WorldSkills Competition 2022 Special Edititon Winners Announced

    Oct. 24, 2022
    The 2022 WorldSkills Competition Special Edition includes 62 skill areas, and over 1,000 competitors from around the globe.
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    DEWALT Releases Powering the Future Survey

    Oct. 24, 2022
    Inflation (57%), insufficient labor (51%), and long hours (37%) are the three most significant challenges currently facing US contractors.
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    Bradford White Names Rich Simons Senior VP of Product Strategy and Marketing

    Oct. 24, 2022
    Former Laars Heating Systems senior VP named to lead corporate-wide strategic planning and product development initiatives.
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    Matt Michel, David Heimer to Step Down From Service Roundtable Leadership

    Oct. 24, 2022
    In remarks at the recent Service World Expo, both reflected on the 20 years since founding Service Roundtable, their accomplishments, and plans for the future.
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    ACEEE Calls for Presentations for 2023 Hot Water and Hot Air Forums

    Oct. 24, 2022
    Abstracts need to be submitted by Oct. 31st.
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    Hydraulic Institute Launches Circulator Savings Calculator

    Oct. 21, 2022
    The calculator is a free tool for users to estimate energy savings and financial payback from efficient circulator pump selection.
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    Paul Hallam (center) receives his award.

    Paul Hallam of Indiana Named PHCC’s Plumbing Instructor of the Year

    Oct. 21, 2022
    The award – sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Milwaukee Tool – was presented last week at PHCCCONNECT2022.
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    Americh Celebrates 40 Years in Business

    Oct. 20, 2022
    Founded in North Hollywood, California by Ed Richmond, Americh’s original product offerings were whirlpools and spas.
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    Executive Order on PLAs Provokes Firestorm of Comment

    Oct. 19, 2022
    Proposed rule that would require project labor agreements on federal construction contracts of $35 million or more draws strong opposition and support.
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    Greenbuild Announces 2022 Full Keynote Lineup

    Oct. 19, 2022
    Global leaders in climate, architecture, business & advocacy to take the stage Nov. 1-3 at world’s largest convening of green building & sustainability leaders.
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    Lytx Introduces Asset Tracking Service

    Oct. 19, 2022
    Nearly $1 billion dollars of large machinery is lost or stolen in the United States every year.
    Munch Supply employees and family members at the St. Jude 5K Walk/Run event.

    Munch’s Supply Raises Record Amount for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

    Oct. 19, 2022
    The company raised $42,971, their highest fundraising amount to date.
    Weil-McLain
    The new system offers high-efficiency while delivering improved comfort to building occupants.

    Boiler Upgrade for Ontario Office Building Delivers Peak Performance

    Oct. 19, 2022
    Four high-efficiency boilers and one stainless steel indirect-fired water heater from Weil-McLain Canada proves the remedy for deteriorating system.
    Reading Truck
    READY VAN SL STEEL-ENCLOSED BODY

    Weekly Product Gallery: Reading Truck, Ford, Ram, Toyota, GMC, Adrian Steel

    Oct. 19, 2022
    This week's gallery spotlights cargo vans, pickup trucks, an enclosed truck body and interior pipe storage.
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    Pre -insulated steels pipes for district heating.

    3 Developments Propelling District Heating Market Expansion

    Oct. 18, 2022
    Almost 90% of the source of global district heat generation still relies on fossil fuels.
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    Goulds Announces 2022 GPDA Scholarship Recipients

    Oct. 18, 2022
    High school students of GPDA members receive $24,000 to fund higher education.
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    The ServiceSight dashboard.

    Business Operations in the Office or on the Go

    Oct. 17, 2022
    Reviews of the ServiceSight and ServiceSight Pro service management solution, the TeamWherx software for managing field- and office-based employees, and the SP-Connect sales and...
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    6 Reasons You Need to Raise Your Prices Now

    Oct. 17, 2022
    If you haven’t raised prices, you definitely need to raise them. Here are six reasons why.
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    Skilled Trades Centers

    Oct. 17, 2022
    Dr. Greene had a personal mission to promote Skilled Trades Center facilities and apprenticeship programs, at the high school and junior/community college level.
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    The theme of this year's Business Uncensored conference was 'Back to the Future.'

    The New Flat Rate Concludes Business Uncensored Conference

    Oct. 14, 2022
    This year's conference took a "Back to the Future" theme, and presented educational sessions and networking events for home service contractors.
    PHCC
    Chip Greene (holding award) and PHCC—National President Joel Long (far right).

    Chip Greene Receives PHCC’s Col. George D. Scott Award

    Oct. 14, 2022
    PHCC presented its highest honor to Greene during its annual awards ceremony, held Oct. 7 at PHCCCONNECT2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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    Try Tech-First Training to Close the Skilled Trades Gap

    Oct. 13, 2022
    Effective technician training for the 21st century can be a critical differentiator in today’s hypercompetitive job market.
    Watts
    An installer laying out SunTouch radiant mats.

    SunTouch Introduces Certified Installer Program

    Oct. 13, 2022
    Contractors can now become certified experts on a system trusted by a million-plus homeowners.
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    Fifty-Nine Students Awarded $155,500 in Scholarships Through the PHCC Educational Foundation

    Oct. 13, 2022
    Applicants were plumbing or HVAC apprentices or trade school students, or college students pursuing studies directly related to the plumbing-heating-cooling industry.
    PHCC
    The plumbing contestants.

    2022 National Apprentice Contest Winners Announced

    Oct. 13, 2022
    The contests were held October 5th & 6th in Charlotte, North Carolina on the tradeshow floor during the PHCC—National Association’s CONNECT 2022 event.
    Watts
    INTELLISTATION JR. WITH IOT

    Weekly Product Gallery: Watts, Grundfos, A. O. Smith, Bell & Gossett, Duravit, Snap-On

    Oct. 12, 2022
    This week's gallery features a digital mixing valve with IoT capability, a small residential circulator, a heat pump water heater with leak detection, a glycol makeup unit, a ...
    Safe Piping Matters
    Cover of the new guide.

    Safe Piping Matters Releases Piping Specification Guide

    Oct. 12, 2022
    Publication offers insights and information to architects, engineers, and contractors.
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    Negative Feedback Essential for Business Growth

    Oct. 12, 2022
    As the cliché says, the first step in correcting a problem is to recognize problems exist in the first place.
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    ABC: Construction Input Prices Inched Down in September

    Oct. 12, 2022
    Construction input prices are up 16.3% from a year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 15.9% higher.
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    ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Jumps in September

    Oct. 11, 2022
    The reading is 1.4 months higher than in September 2021.
    Brown & Caldwell
    The Hayward, CA, Water Pollution Control Facility.

    Hayward, CA, Plans Wastewater Treatment Upgrades

    Oct. 11, 2022
    Improvements at the Hayward Water Pollution Control Facility to increase capacity, renew infrastructure, and limit nutrient loading to San Francisco bay.
    LSU
    The new distillation columns with two LSU faculty members for scale.

    LSU Chemical Engineering Unveils New Distillation Columns

    Oct. 10, 2022
    The columns employ a Reimers boiler unit from Electra Steam, Inc., that can deliver 334,790 BTU/h.
    VMA
    A presenter discuses the function of various valve components at a past Valve Basics Seminar and Petting Zoo.

    VMA Presents Valve Basics Seminar and 'Petting Zoo'

    Oct. 10, 2022
    The 'Petting Zoo' allows attendees will handle, operate, and investigate various valve and actuator samples with presenters available to demonstrate and answer questions.
    Fulton Homes

    Fulton Accepts WaterSense Builder Partner of the Year Award

    Oct. 10, 2022
    The award was presented at the WaterSmart Innovations Conference and Expo in Las Vegas.
    Bradford White
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    Bradford White Introduces Training Trailers to Support Pros in the Field

    Oct. 10, 2022
    Innovative mobile learning and product demo platform equips manufacturer’s reps to deliver immersive Bradford White experience.
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    Heat Pump Water Heater Market to Double by 2032

    Oct. 10, 2022
    Regulation, IoT integration only two factors that will help spur adoption of the technology, according to Fact.MR study.
    Walraven
    FLUSH VALVE SUPPORT

    Weekly Product Gallery: Walraven, Essency, Rheem, Taco, Chicago Faucets, Jenny Products

    Oct. 7, 2022
    This week's gallery highlights a flush valve support, an on-demand tank water heater, a smart electric water heater, a flow-through expansion tank, a touchless commercial lav ...
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    Nonresidential Construction Employment Increases By 13,000 in September

    Oct. 7, 2022
    On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 292,000 jobs, or 3.9%.
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    Rite Way Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Acquires Southern Arizona Plumbing

    Oct. 7, 2022
    The acquisition allows Rite Way to offer additional plumbing, drain and sewer services to homeowners across Tucson.
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    Jeff New and Gary Jones Named Recipients of ASA Fred V. Keenan Lifetime Achievement Award

    Oct. 6, 2022
    Industry greats to be honored during ASA Annual Meeting & Member Luncheon at NETWORK2022 in Chicago.
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    Niagara Honored With EPA’s WaterSense Partner of the Year Award

    Oct. 6, 2022
    The company has received 12 national recognitions for water conservation this year.
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    The NKBA Names its 2023 Thirty Under 30 Class

    Oct. 6, 2022
    Manufacturers, designers, remodelers and showroom specialists are all honored.
    Oatey Co.
    The four-year program welcomes applications from any active operations associate in good standing, including those at Cleveland Manufacturing and Distribution facilities.

    Oatey Offers Robust Industrial Maintenance Apprenticeship Program

    Oct. 6, 2022
    Oatey’s registered apprenticeship program is sponsored by Manufacturing Works and regulated through the State of Ohio.
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    RectorSeal Acquires Falcon Stainless

    Oct. 5, 2022
    The move will help the company expand both its plumbing and HVAC offerings.
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    Bradford White Announces $30,000 Grant

    Oct. 4, 2022
    The grant as well as the donation of 10 65-gallon AeroTherm® heat pump water heaters is part of the company's Industry Forward initiative.
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    Construction Job Openings Up By 54,000 in August

    Oct. 4, 2022
    Construction workers quit their jobs at a faster rate than they were laid off or discharged for the 18th consecutive month in August.
    Uponor
    An exterior shot of the single-family, 4,696-square-foot home.

    Signature Mechanical Installs Radiant, Sprinklers for Dream Home

    Oct. 3, 2022
    Uponor whole-home solutions solve problems, speed process, while providing years of comfort.
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    Nonresidential Construction Spending Down 0.4% in August, Says ABC

    Oct. 3, 2022
    Private nonresidential spending was down 0.1%, while public nonresidential construction spending was down 0.8% in August.
    REHAU
    The pedestrian walkway under construction.

    Largest Pedestrian Bridge in Utah Gets Radiant Snowmelt System

    Oct. 3, 2022
    Thermal Engineering, LLC installs 34,500 ft. of 5/8 in. REHAU RAUPEX O2 barrier PEX piping for the snow and ice melting (SIM) system.
    Westand 700x270

    IAPMO Seeks WE•Stand Direct Potable Water Reuse Task Group Members

    Sept. 30, 2022
    Task group members will participate via conference call or web meeting, provide their perspective on the code, and assist in drafting recommendations for action.
    Oatey Co.
    Oatey Co.’s Emerging Professionals Group.

    Oatey Co. Emerging Professionals Group Receives Program of the Year award from Engage! Cleveland

    Sept. 30, 2022
    The winning entry detailed the program’s success in attracting, engaging and retaining young professionals.