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Building for the Digital Future

How data center construction is creating new opportunities and demands for PVF manufacturers and wholesalers.
February 2, 2026
Ruth Mitchell

As data centers grow in scale and complexity, PHCP-PVF wholesalers and manufacturers are evolving to meet the intense demands for high-volume chilled water systems, rigorous material traceability, and precision logistics.


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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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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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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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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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The Data Center Industry Is Heating Up

Hydronic cooling systems offer relief as high-density chips and AI workloads push thermal management to the edge.
February 2, 2026

As AI and high-performance chips push traditional cooling to its limits, discover how hydronic systems and smart monitoring are revolutionizing data center thermal management to ensure future resilience and efficiency.


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Innovation in the Fab Shop

How Chris Hronek brought digital continuity to the field, shop and office at Tweet/Garot.
February 2, 2026
Steve Smith

Learn how Chris Hronek, SMACNA’s 2024 Innovator of the Year, transformed Tweet/Garot Mechanical by bridging the gap between field, shop, and office through a seamless, real-time digital ecosystem.


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Driving Efficiency And Cost-Savings With Dual Fuel Systems

Combining electric heat pumps with gas furnaces offers homeowners a flexible path to efficiency and reliability.
February 2, 2026

Discover how pairing a high-efficiency electric heat pump with a gas furnace can slash utility bills by up to 75% while ensuring reliable comfort even in the coldest climates through smart dual fuel technology.


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