Understanding waivers of subrogation and their effect on the contractor and subcontractor allows parties to construction contracts to better allocate their risk and negotiate the contract price. It is crucial to consult insurers before entering into such an agreement.

Winning an industry or community award is an opportunity to help build your company’s brand identity. Sharing that news with a PR campaign can enhance your credibility with potential customers and employees. 

Maybe it’s me, but nothing rings in the new year quite like a new batch of compliance regulations.

Frequently, I observe showroom salespeople who miss the boat when it comes to maximizing the potential of a project.

The Wholesaler Magazine proudly unveils its “Mentors Corner” — the ultimate column where industry visionaries impart their wisdom. 

Understanding and implementing water conservation strategies —such as low-flow fixtures, hot water system design and leak detection, and greywater and rainwater systems — contributes to energy efficiency and the well-being of ecosystems, in addition to water savings.

Active listening — not only hearing but listening — is a skill that helps us understand the needs of our clients, coworkers, family and friends. In a business relationship, that translates to using empathy to be aware of and sensitive to the thoughts and feelings of others.

How fire sprinkler piping is arranged affects the system through water flow changes, system calculations and components used. Installation requirements for any sprinkler system can be found in NFPA 13, Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems. 

In part 4 of commissioning/troubleshooting domestic hot water systems, Ron George discusses how long it takes hot water to get to all fixtures, temperature limit stops, water heater thermostats, digital mixing valves, water flow velocity, and balancing water conservation with health and safety.