PHCC CONNECT is an annual marquee event for plumbing and HVAC professionals, bringing together contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders for education and networking opportunities.

From energy recovery wheels to pandemic-ready HVAC and precision scheduling on active sites, this healthcare expansion showcases how innovation and teamwork keep critical facilities safe, efficient, and future-ready.

A vehicle wrap is more than mobile décor — it’s a powerful branding tool. Dan Antonelli of KickCharge Creative outlines five essentials for effective wraps: start with a strong brand, avoid photos, limit copy, design to stand out (not blend in), and keep it simple.

This year’s batch of 18 service vehicles do much more than get a tech from Point A to Point B. 

With a passion for both plumbing and teaching, Thomas Hicken—aka “Plumber-Tom”—is reshaping apprenticeship education through hybrid learning, hands-on mentorship, and code-focused YouTube content, proving that trades education can be as innovative as the work itself.

When plumbing regulations change, smart contractors use clear communication and strategic PR to build trust, educate the public, and position themselves as industry leaders.

At 80 years old, Jim “Caino” Cain still shows up daily to solve plumbing puzzles with a smile, proving that passion, people, and decades of know-how never go out of style.