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Festool Announces National Search for Product Testers

September 7, 2021

Trades professionals and advanced DIYers can apply until Sept. 12.

Watts to Award Backflow Tester Certification Scholarships

September 3, 2021

In honor of National Backflow Prevention Day that took place Aug. 16, Watts managers announced they will award 10 scholarships to licensed plumbers in the United States seeking to get their initial backflow tester certification.

APR Supply Co. Donates Equipment to the Pennsylvania Petroleum Association

September 3, 2021

The company recently donated a Friedrich Ductless and a Fujitsu Halcyon Ductless System to the association's Middletown location to help support the organization's ongoing training efforts.

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Roger Wakefield: Plumber, Trade Advocate and YouTube Sensation

Texas contractor is a master at social media with a fast-growing YouTube channel that’s received more than 41 million views.

September 3, 2021

Steve Smith

Roger Wakefield, plumber, trade advocate and social media expert brings his message to plumbers and consumers on social media.

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Q&A with Spencer Brown, Director of Sales, Pfister

Faucet company launches ‘American Plumber Stories,’ to highlight plumbers throughout the US.

September 3, 2021

Steve Smith

Pfister launched its ‘American Plumber Stories’ that features plumbers throughout the US.

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Top Tips for Heat Pump Water Heater Contractors

Ample space to allow an HPWH to operate properly is just one item to keep in mind on your next install.

September 3, 2021

Heat pump water heaters require proper installation to preform properly.

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Interview with Incoming PHCC President Joel Long

Joel Long, new president of PHCC prepares to start his term.

September 3, 2021

Steve Smith

Joel Long and brother Steven Long are the third-generation to run GSM Services, Gastonia, North Carolina.

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Ed Johann Wraps Up Long Career in Hydronics Industry

U.S. Boiler’s director of engineering and quality, opened R&D center, and led a team that designed more than 40 new products.

September 3, 2021

Steve Smith

Ed Johann, U.S. Boiler’s director of engineering and quality, opened Engineering and Technology Center, and led a team that designed more than 40 new products.

Contractor Stories

Demystifying Flame Rectification

The pilot flame’s only role is to be an electrical conductor that acts like a switch with a short time delay.

September 3, 2021

Stephen Minnich

Over the last couple of years, I’ve sold most of the remaining HVAC parts and components I had. Sometimes, I wish I hadn’t, but there’s only so much you can store in a 410-square-foot shop.