Editorial Articles

How does a person find a life’s work? Sometimes it’s through trial and error. In other cases, it’s a matter of heritage,...

Aug. 24-26 Legionella Conference, virtual only. Visit www.legionellaconference.org ----- Sept. 14-15 Wastewater Equipment (WEQ) Fair, Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee. Visit weqfair.com ----- Sept. 21-24 Service World Expo, Louisville International Convention Center, Louisville, Kentucky. Visit...

Uponor appoints Michael Rauterkus as president and CEOUponor’s board of directors appointed Michael Rauterkus as president and CEO of Uponor Group and chairman of...

Liberty Pumps LCU-PR Series plenum-rated condensate pumpsThe LCU-PR Series plenum-rated condensate pumps from Liberty Pumps are approved for installation directly in plenums....

As people initially stayed home during 2020’s coronavirus outbreak, some household staples were stockpiled a bit more zealously than others. In addition...

GPS fleet tracking helps plumbing company recover stolen truckProblem: LeadingEdge Plumbing & Rooter suffered a small-business nightmare: the theft of a company truck from...

GPS/Fleet TrackingDPL Telematics AssetCommand Base AssetCommand Base from DPL Telematics is the complete tool for companies to increase driver safety and productivity while decreasing the costs...

A comprehensive warranty policy can provide a critical differentiation point from your competitor. It’s surprising how few plumbing companies are comfortable publishing...

Big Data is critical to business success because it provides important insights and information. Large enterprises use sophisticated systems to track data...

Rich Vigil never intended to enter the plumbing industry. But faced with a career crossroads several years ago, the entrepreneur did some...

Knowing and using technology is a must in the plumbing industry, especially in the 21st century with smartphones, tablets, GPS devices and...

Even though it happened a decade ago, Gerhard Kiessling still vividly remembers when thieves stole a Ford F-350 extended cargo van owned...

CalendarAug. 24-26 Legionella Conference, Virtual Only. Visit www.legionellaconference.org ----- Sept. 14-15 Wastewater Equipment (WEQ) Fair, Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee. Visit weqfair.com ----- Sept. 21-24 Service World Expo, Louisville International Convention Center, Louisville, Kentucky. Visit www.serviceworldexpo.com ----- Sept. 22-26 American...

Makita breaks ground on major expansion Makita U.S.A. launched construction of a new 600,000-square-foot facility northeast of Atlanta in Hall County, Georgia. The...

Whether you’re a first-timer just learning how to install a faucet, or a seasoned installation professional who’s done it dozens of times,...

BrassCraft gas connectorsBrassCraft yellow-coated gas connectors set the standard for plumbing pros. The connectors’ polymer coating is designed to withstand prolonged exposure...

Residential filter system addresses numerous issues with local water conditions Problem: Yuma, Arizona, has a water hardness level between 18 and 22 grains per...

Access Panel Oatey 14-by-14-inch Plastic Access PanelOatey 14-by-14-inch Plastic Access Panels are used to allow access to plumbing, electrical wiring, security systems, telephone, computer cables...

Sometimes things have different definitions. Take, for example, circuit venting. Take your pick: Circuit vent. The vent that connects to a horizontal drainage branch...