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ECI Software Solutions Launches Field Service Technician AI Assist

The program enables AI troubleshooting in GlobalEdge.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
May 25, 2026

AI Assist aims to help standardize troubleshooting across teams by giving technicians access to consistent diagnostic guidance within the GlobalEdge mobile app.


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Trimble's SkillsUSA Sponsorship Empowers Future Skilled Workforce

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
May 25, 2026

The collaboration focuses on workforce optimization, a core Trimble value that addresses the widening skills gap by making professional technology more accessible.


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PPI Backs USMCA Renewal Ahead of 2026 Joint Review Deadline

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
May 22, 2026

Public comments submitted to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) by PPI emphasized that USMCA continues to deliver meaningful benefits for all American manufacturers and workers by supporting stable supply chains, providing investment certainty for companies operating across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and long term industrial growth. 


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Building Resilience: Why Pressure-Assisted Toilets are Critical for Emergency Preparedness

As water scarcity concerns grow, commercial facilities are increasingly adopting plumbing systems designed for efficiency and reliability.
Mike Gembarski
May 20, 2026

High-efficiency plumbing systems can help facilities conserve water, reduce operational costs, and improve long-term sustainability performance.


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10 Riskiest U.S. Cities for Plumbing Problems After Moving In

Roto-Rooter analyzed 46 cities across five weighted plumbing risk factors.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
May 19, 2026

A data-driven ranking of the cities most likely to hand new residents a plumbing emergency, and the ones that offer more peace of mind.


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The ROI on Smart Water: Do Connected Systems Really Pay Off?

Smart water systems can save money, uncover hidden problems, and create new opportunities for contractors
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Kristen R. Bayles
May 19, 2026
Insurance incentives, hidden leaks and operational gains are driving adoption, but the real return on smart water depends on who is measuring it and how.
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Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

Diagnosing Pressure and Air Issues in Closed-Loop Systems

Simple checks, big insights
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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
May 18, 2026
Think about the “long game” when designing or installing hydronic systems. Make the system’s as easy as possible to service. Those who follow will appreciate and respect you for doing so.
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Stop Selling, Start Translating: A New Playbook for the Trades

Technology and AI will continue transforming the trades industry, from diagnostics to scheduling and predictive maintenance. However, technology will not replace the human side of the business.
Kevin Strandberg
Kevin Strandberg
May 16, 2026

The trades industry spends significant time training technicians on technical competencies like diagnostics, installation, and troubleshooting, but far less time teaching them how to communicate with homeowners. In today’s environment, that gap matters more than ever.


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Heating Perceptions | Scott Secor

A Second Look at a Two-Pipe Steam System

A boiler room walkthrough uncovers high operating pressure, aging equipment and a misaligned replacement plan
Scott Secor
Scott Secor
May 14, 2026
A service job for an apartment building still using its original heating system from the 1970-1980s has unique issues.
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AO Smith Voltex 120V Heat Pump Water Heater
Case Study

Heat Pump Water Heater Brings Efficiency and Cost Savings to California Apartment Complex

A.O. Smith
May 14, 2026

Unlike traditional high efficiency models, the Voltex 120V HPWH is designed to plug into a standard electrical outlet–eliminating the need for adaptors or restructuring.


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