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Data Centers: The Boom, the Promise and the Mirage of Easy Money

To ensure responsible growth, manufacturers, distributors and local governments must prioritize transparency, early engagement, equitable incentives and long-term stewardship to balance private gain with public impact.
February 2, 2026

While data centers are often marketed as benign "technology campuses," they are industrial-scale operations that place significant stress on power, water, and local infrastructure.




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The PHCP Industry Meets AI

What artificial intelligence means for the channel, and how companies are putting it to work.
February 2, 2026

Discover how leading PHCP and HVAC distributors are moving AI from a buzzword to a bottom-line driver by streamlining product discovery, automating customer service, and optimizing complex supply chains.


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Sales & PVF Perspective

Coffee Connections

Building meaningful relationships, listening actively and seeking opportunities to help others are the cornerstones of successful salesmanship.
February 2, 2026
Ernie Coutermarsh

Learn how a lifetime of "coffee connections" and old-school political wisdom can transform a sales career from being a mere vendor into becoming a vital, 911-style partner for your customers.


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U.S. and Canada PVF Markets Look Good for 2026 Industrial Projects

The sectors are forecast to rise by 8.3% this year, driven by strong spending in oil and gas pipelines, chemical processing, metals and minerals, and power sectors, with notable growth in natural gas pipelines and renewable energy projects.
February 2, 2026

Industrial industrial project spending for pipe, valves, and fittings (PVF) is projected to climb 8.3% to over $45.6 billion in 2026, fueled by a surge in natural gas infrastructure and a shifting regulatory landscape for energy and mining.


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PVF Market Overview

PVF Industry Navigates Tariffs, Interest Rates and Labor Challenges

Rising materials and equipment costs are increasing financial strain on developers and contractors, especially those working under fixed-price contracts signed before recent price hikes.
February 2, 2026
Stephen Letko

Explore how the PVF industry is navigating a complex landscape of trade tariffs, labor shortages, and shifting energy markets in 2026.


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Why Developing Internal Expertise Can Deliver More Success

February 2, 2026

Discover why investing in internal talent often outperforms external consultants by combining deep institutional knowledge with industry-wide expertise to drive measurable growth and operational efficiency.


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Q&A With Ruchir Shah, CEO, SkillCat

Ruchir Shah thinks America never built the trade school system it needed, so he’s doing it himself.
February 2, 2026
Steve Smith

Discover how Ruchir Shah and SkillCat are bridging the gap between workers and the skilled trades through simulation-based training and a mission to build a more accessible, modern trade school system.


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What Contractors Say They Need for Tomorrow’s Plumbing Business

Workforce study shows word-of-mouth remains king, even as contractors rapidly adopt technology to improve efficiency and profitability.
February 2, 2026

While technical skills remain the foundation of the trade, a new workforce study reveals that the real competitive edge for today’s plumbing contractors lies in mastering the business side—from accurate estimating to adopting efficiency-driving technology.


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Why Even the Best PHC Contractors Stay Invisible Online

You may be doing everything right in the field, but outdated profiles, stale reviews and weak local signals are quietly costing you calls before the phone ever rings.
February 2, 2026

Stop letting potential leads pass you by and learn how small, consistent updates to your Google presence can transform your business from invisible to a top-tier local choice.


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Contractor Culture

Why Quiet Quitting Is a Leadership Problem

Engagement happens when leaders intentionally create conditions that create energy, pride and ownership.
February 2, 2026

Combat the hidden costs of disengagement by shifting the focus from labor shortages to leadership, creating a culture of recognition and purpose that transforms "quiet quitters" into high-performing, connected team members.


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