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ACCA Debuts Revamped IE3 Show in Nashville

Event draws more than 1,500 people over three and a half days, and also featured a day-long trade show with more than 200 exhibiting companies and 27,000 square feet of space exhibit space.

May 10, 2017

Steve Smith

Radiant contractor Dan Foley can pack a lot into a three-ring binder — namely, proof of 25 years of professionalism...

NFPA 20: 2016 Impact

Fire protection for high-rise buildings includes specific rules for fire pumps.

May 8, 2017

In contemporary America, fire rates and fire deaths are trending downward due to stronger fire codes, greater public education, widespread...

NFPA Braces for 2017 Conference

With the help of surveys from last year’s conference, the NFPA adds themes and seminars for a “renewed sense of excitement, energy and empowerment.

May 8, 2017

It’s been more than 300 days since the 2016 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Conference & Expo wrapped up in...

Flint Water Infrastructure Summit

Leaders and residents gather for a three-day conference that continues one of the nation’s most important conversations around safe water.

May 8, 2017

The Flint Water Summit, co-chaired by Mayer Karen Weaver and Governor Rick Snyder, was held at the Riverfront Front Banquet...

Designing for Safety

Fire sprinkler acceptance testing is critical for success.

May 8, 2017

Recent editions of the International Code Council’s (ICC) model building codes employ greater emphasis on automatic sprinkler systems as a...

Wait, there’s an app for that?

Apps that translate the field to the customer save time and make the tech’s job a whole lot easier.

March 31, 2017

Welcome to 2017, where smart technology is wearable and apps are everywhere. While it’s true that contractors have been getting...

Incentive Space

A contractor who is aware of the incentives to the consumer can sell better.

March 31, 2017

Sharon Rehana

Water heating is on average the second largest household energy expense, accounting for nearly 20 percent of a home’s energy...

Contractor Spotlight: Leading Through Servitude

Q&A with TDIndustries.

March 31, 2017

TDIndustries delivers a comprehensive approach to mechanical construction, operations and maintenance. Since 1946, TD has provided innovative engineering, construction and...