Plumbers and pipefitters - Articles - Page 70

Annual United Association competition awards apprentices skilled in copper

The annual competition featured 32 contestants from North America and Australia.

October 21, 2014

The 2014 United Association International Apprenticeship Competition was held in late August.

September 25, 2014

Rothenberger’s Rogroover 2”-12” Hydraulic Roll Groover machine is capable of roll grooving 2” to 12” steel pipe up to Schedule 40.

September 25, 2014

VizCo’s AquaGrip is the ultimate clamp to secure pipe from the ground up; there is no longer a need to attach pipe to studs.

September 25, 2014

General Pipe Cleaners’ Gen-Ear LE is a simplified, economical water-leak locator with a strong sound amplifier.

September 25, 2014

Viega’s press technology for commercial copper installations is now available for PEX.

Gains will be driven by strong growth in crude oil and natural gas activity.

September 24, 2014

U.S. demand for pipe is expected to rise 7.3% per year to $63.5 billion in 2018.

Deadline is Sept. 30.

September 4, 2014

Interested candidates can apply for a $1,500 scholarship to be used at a trade or technical school for any of seven specialties.

January 15, 2013

A new report questions the accepted methods of sizing storm drainage systems.