The new, renovated building will become a showcase for the latest HVACR equipment and technology, providing a destination venue for industry visitors and members to experience.

Gee focused his verbal presentation on the industry skills gap, the use of new media to attract talent, success of apprenticeships and training programs in the industry, and the bias against trade jobs.

The conference has updated this year's program and list of speakers.

The average annualized sales growth for the 12 months through April 2019 is 12.6 percent.

Benefits include the PMI Market Outlook, Aspiring Leaders Program, and an e-learning initiative featuring two courses about codes and standards.

Annually, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) gathers industry professionals to present insights, new products, trending solutions and more. This year, from June 17-20, the conference and expo will be held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, in San Antonio. 

This month we will cover some of what has been happening in the industry. We start with a review of the ISH trade show in Germany and then cover the recent and upcoming events at ASSE, ASHRAE and ASME. 

In partnership with the PHCC Association, Fluidmaster will match the scholarship recipient with a plumbing job and formal training to become a certified plumber.