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PEX manufacturer RIIFO opens US headquarters

January 8, 2019

RIIFO provides a range of products for water distribution, including: PEX tubing, barrier PEX tubing, PEX-AL-PEX tubing, brass/steel/poly fittings, manifolds, tools and accessories.

The next generation of smart home technology and innovation is here

Moen announces smart water design partnership with Flo Technologies

System will help prevent water damage and waste.

January 8, 2019

Industry leaders enhance consumer experiences with water by launching Flo by Moen, a home water supply control system designed to help prevent water damage and waste.

Tool Tips: Dislodging wood plugs from hole saw

January 8, 2019

Tool Tips—January 2019

Truck of the Month: All Types Plumbing and Drain, Tooele, Utah

All Types Plumbing and Drain | Tooele, Utah

Jen Anesi-Brombach

January 8, 2019

Founded by a U.S. Army veteran and currently owned by a Marine Corps veteran, All Types Plumbing and Drain has been serving Utah’s Tooele Valley and Salt Lake City Valley since 1992. And now, the company’s vehicles reflect its proud legacy of service to both country and community.

Julius Ballanco: Legionella and the Plumbing Code

Legionnaires’ disease can exist in building water systems, but you can help reduce the risk.

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

January 8, 2019

The code-writing organizations are currently finalizing the 2021 edition of the Plumbing Code, which may be adopted in your state or local jurisdiction by 2023. That is how far in advance hot subjects that are being discussed now wait before becoming law.

Hunter Industrial fans to be featured on Discovery Channel’s Garage Rehab

January 7, 2019

Hunter Industrial contributed 20 HVLS fans that will appear in seven projects on the television show.

Saniflo USA appoints Lupe Serrano as business development manager in California

January 7, 2019

Serrano looks to work with key distributors and contractors to expand Saniflo sales throughout the state, while also targeting Hispanic markets in Southern California.

PM Profile: RWC's Sean McClenaghan

President and CEO Sean McClenaghan shares how RWC works with plumbers to optimize product design.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

January 7, 2019

Sean McClenaghan took over as president and CEO of Reliance Worldwide Corp., parent company of the SharkBite, HOLDRITE and Cash Acme brands, in 2014.

Industry continues to adapt to OSHA silica dust rule

Finding simple ways to comply with the rule for the lowest cost of ownership is crucial.

January 7, 2019

Found in materials like concrete, tile, rock, stone and brick, exposure to silica dust can be a major cause of lung cancer, silicosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and kidney disease in America’s skilled trades.

A quick primer on drill bits

Knowing which bit is appropriate for a job can save time and money.

Jim Wiltrout

January 4, 2019

Between blueprints and piping configurations, every job you encounter as a plumber has its own distinct set of challenges. One component that you should always be clear on: Your tools.