RIDGID NXT line of wet-dry vacs
The RIDGID NXT line of 6-, 12-, 14- and 16-gallon models underwent an ergonomic makeover, with enhanced...
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Plumber Product News: October 2019
MyTana LD40 auditory pipeline leak detectorMyTana Mfg.’s new LD40 leak detector uses a uni-directional sensor to filter out environmental noise, making it...
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Portable Drain Cleaning Machine Leads to Better Production for Plumber
As the owner of All Drains Drain Cleaning and Plumbing Repair, a two-man operation, Duane Goodpaster is all about maximizing daily productivity...
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A Century of Plumbing
Back in 1920, when William Lutz founded the plumbing company that still bears his name, Woodrow Wilson was president, the Cleveland Indians...
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Case Studies - October 2019
Magnetic filter protects old cast iron systemProblem: During a service call at a new house that had two high-efficiency condensing boilers, Pete Zandstra...
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Industry News - October 2019
Midland Industries hires western regional manager
Midland Industries announced that Lisa Heft joined the company as its industrial market western regional manager. She...
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5 Tips for Effectively Leading a Crew
Whether you’ve been leading a team in the field for years or you’re new to the role, chances are you still remember...
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Plumber Product News: September 2019
RIDGID NXT line of wet/dry vacsThe RIDGID NXT line of 6-, 12-, 14- and 16-gallon models underwent an ergonomic makeover, with enhanced...
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Extend the Life of Your Drum Machines
Every shop teacher preaches the importance of safely using and maintaining tools. Take good care of your tools, and they’ll take good...
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Product Focus - September 2019
Cable Machines
Brasscraft Cobra Pro drum machine
The Cobra Pro 3/8-inch cable drum machine from Brasscraft is suitable for clearing pipes such as floor...
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Plumber Industry News: August 2019
AquaMotion announces West Coast representativesAquaMotion appointed two new West Coast representatives, JTG/Muir and Specification Sales. JTG/Muir’s territory includes Northern California, including Monterey,...
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Using Technology to Enhance the Backend Business Portion of Your Plumbing Firm
The latest tool technology can help make repairing a leak or clearing a drainline easier, but it can also do the same...
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Drum Machine Brings Growth to Plumbing Company
To keep growing his 7-year-old plumbing business, Christopher Sbrocco — the owner of Pro Service Plumbing in Cleveland — invests in durable,...
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Hard Work, Initiative Lead to Company’s Success
The logo of American Rooter Plumbing features an American flag. Trucks and employees are dressed up in red, white and blue. The...












