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Contractor Culture

It’s Not What You Know. It’s What You Notice.

The Five Cs that separate managers from leaders in the skilled trades and why the gap is costing companies their best people.
April 1, 2026
Frank Favaro

Discover the "Five Cs" that separate managers from leaders in the skilled trades and learn how shifting your focus from technical skill to intentional leadership can stop the hidden costs of employee turnover.


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Coach's Corner

To Retain New Technicians, the First 30 Days are Make-or-Break

Consistent leadership, clear expectations, mentoring, regular check-ins and a deliberate 30-day review help new hires feel supported and confident, significantly improving retention.
April 1, 2026
Nate Agentis

Discover why the first 30 days of a technician's employment are the ultimate "make-or-break" period and learn how intentional leadership and clear expectations can prevent early turnover.


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Contractor Profit Advantage

Success Is In the Dough

If you deliver excellence, consumers will be looking for you.
April 1, 2026
Richard DiToma

Learn why success in the PHC contracting business requires more than just technical skill, but the courage to set profitable prices that reflect the true value of your excellence.


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Feature

Multifamily Residential Walls: How Big Do They Need to Be?

Plumbing wall depth is often underestimated and must be carefully sized based on pipe materials, pipe diameters, insulation, fire rating requirements and firestopping methods — not only fixture counts.
April 1, 2026

In high-rise residential design, every inch of floor space counts—but underestimating the depth of a plumbing chase can lead to major headaches during construction.


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FPE Code Corner

Codes, Standards and Usage of Their Various Editions

Fire protection engineers must often consider newer code editions — even if not yet adopted by local authorities.
April 1, 2026

In the world of fire protection engineering, "the latest and greatest" isn't always the law of the land—but following the minimum requirements of an outdated code could be a costly mistake.


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Feature

Repair, Replace or Wait It Out?

How to navigate HVAC decisions in a time of ongoing uncertainty.
March 2, 2026

Tariffs, inflation and rising equipment costs continue to reshape the HVAC landscape, and wholesale distributors remain squarely in the middle of that transition. 


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Feature

From Equations to Application: Exploring Essential Mathematical Foundations for Plumbing Engineering

Basic algebra and unit conversions are foundational to plumbing engineering, leading to accurate, efficient and cost-effective systems.
March 2, 2026

Most people have heard or even said to themselves, “I will never use algebra in the real world.” However, most don’t realize they use algebra every day. 


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Legal Pipeline

A Hong Kong Construction Contract Offers a Lesson in Ambiguity to U.S. Contractors

Unclear payment clauses can lead to significant legal disputes. Use precise language to avoid unintended obligations.
March 2, 2026
Steven Nudelman
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Vacuum Plumbing Systems: Applications, Advantages and Considerations

Educating clients on vacuum plumbing systems is key as they are not appropriate for every building project.
March 2, 2026
Aaron Bock PE
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FPE Corner

How to Size a Fire Pump: A Guide for Engineers

Calculate flow rate and pressure to ensure fire protection systems deliver adequate water during emergencies, especially in high-rise or large facilities.
March 2, 2026

Master the essentials of fire pump sizing by learning how to calculate critical flow rates and pressure requirements while navigating NFPA standards and high-rise zoning strategies.


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