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Q&A with Gloria Salazar, Executive Director, Plumbing Contractors Association

With members wanting to teach and would-be students eager to learn, it was a natural for the group to start its own apprenticeship program.

April 1, 2024

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The Plumbing Contractors Association launched its Apprenticeship Program six years ago to teach the next generation of tradespeople.

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UMC’s Manufacturing Mindset

Innovation on full display throughout contractor’s well-planned 95,000-square-foot production facility.

April 1, 2024

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Construction technology on full display throughout UMC Inc.’s well-planned 95,000-square-foot prefabrication facility.

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Heat Pump Survey Shows Strong Interest Among Readers

There are strong incentives for consumers to purchase the appliances with installers following suit.

April 1, 2024

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Craig Childress Earns First Place in National Plumbing and HVAC Competitions

Double win for Boston University plumber at the 8th Annual Elite Trades Championship Series.

March 4, 2024

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Craig Childress, Boston University plumber, wins first place in national plumbing and HVAC contests at the 8th Annual Elite Trades Championship Series.

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Civil War Museum Upgrades Heating System

New installation also ensures the right humidity levels to protect one of the largest such collections of artifacts.

March 4, 2024

Steve Smith

New heating installation also ensures the right humidity levels to protect one of the largest collections of American Civil War artifacts.

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All In The Family

Wholesaler-contractor panel discusses the importance of keeping relationships strong, whether through high tech or high touch.

February 8, 2024

Steve Smith

Wholesaler-contractor panel at 2023PHCCCONNECT discusses the importance of keeping relationships strong, whether through high tech or high touch.

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Rooter Hero’s Hero Helps Partners with Local Charities

Plumbing and heating contractor operates division dedicated to giving back to community.

January 8, 2024

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Rooter Hero operates division, Hero Helps, dedicated to giving back to community.

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PHCCCONNECT2023: People. Passion. Purpose.

‘Best of the Best’ is always on display at PHCC’s annual event.

January 8, 2024

Steve Smith

‘Best of the Best’ is always on display at PHCC’s annual event.

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Q&A with Hans Kuster, President and Owner, AquaMotion Inc.

‘What is the biggest threat to the world’s 8 billion people? The global water shortage for everyone on this planet is acute, and it affects our daily lives no matter where we live.’

January 8, 2024

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An interview with Hans Kuster, president and owner, AquaMotion Inc. on what’s in store for the company at the 2024 AHR Expo.

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Q&A with Tina Gullickson, Chief Operating Officer, Caleffi North America

January 8, 2024

Steve Smith

‘Some people hear Caleffi, and they think of products or the brand itself. But when you really get into it … the message is very clear: this is a real family.’