Oatey welcomed 15 Ambassadors to its premier Cleveland training facility for a multi-day immersive experience that combined hands-on learning, product innovation, community building, and more.

Unexpected conditions below the surface can lead to major disputes. A recent case between Skanska Civil USA and the U.S. Navy reveals the high stakes of differing site conditions and the importance of thorough pre-bid review and due diligence.

With the potential to act as thermal batteries, heat pump water heaters offer major energy and cost savings through load shifting—if connectivity, compatibility, and control hurdles can be overcome.

A smart shop layout—built on workflow, lean principles, and ergonomic design—can transform an HVAC or sheet metal fabrication space into a safer, more efficient, and future-ready operation.

While overhead HVAC remains the norm, underfloor air distribution (UFAD) systems offer compelling advantages in energy efficiency, flexibility, and comfort—if designers and contractors understand the unique considerations that make or break UFAD success.

Running a successful PHC business takes more than technical skill — it’s a carefully balanced recipe of knowledge, business sense, pride, and the drive to deliver excellence at every turn.

As a 90-day U.S.–China tariff truce takes effect, a hydronic pro unpacks the real-world chaos it creates for pricing, planning, and staying afloat in a volatile market.

Backflow prevention is going digital. From smart flood alerts and automatic shutoff valves to mobile testing apps, new technologies are reshaping how plumbing pros protect clean water — and save time, property, and lives.

Rheem sponsors home build as part of 100th anniversary celebrations. 

During the June 19-20 meetings held at IAPMO’s World Headquarters West in Ontario, California, the WE•Stand Technical Committee acted on 119 public proposals.