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Many plumbing and heating contractors seeing their highest profitability in history

A likely reason might be surprising — Internet marketing and search engine optimization.

March 10, 2013

According to recent data from Sageworks, profitability for private companies is at the highest level in a decade. The largest sector of business happens to be construction, which comprises plumbing and heating contractors. The primary reason for this increased profitability? A growing number of plumbing and heating businesses have finally embraced the Internet.

HD Supply plans for IPO

Private equity owners will take HD Supply public, nearly six years after buying the industrial distribution company out of Home Depot Inc.

March 7, 2013

HD Supply is one of the largest distributors of construction, industrial and maintenance supplies in North America.

PHCC Educational Foundation accepting scholarship applications

Applications and supporting materials are due no later than May 1, 2013.

March 5, 2013

In 2013, up to 22 scholarships totaling $56,000 are available.

Eemax opens Waterbury, Conn. HQ

Eemax Inc. celebrates grand opening in new Waterbury, Conn., headquarters.

February 28, 2013

The new building is double the size and boasts a new engineering and test lab, water recycling system and a new customer training facility.

Made in America Manufacturing Bill announced at ECR International

The bill is meant to help revitalize manufacturing in New York State.

February 26, 2013

Senator Gillibrand announces “Made in America Manufacturing Bill” to help revitalize manufacturing in New York.

Danfoss accepting entries for fourth annual EnVisioneer of the Year competition

Interested participants may enter the competition by submitting an application no later than July 1, 2013.

February 26, 2013

Competition recognizes building owners, end users, municipalities, OEMs for advancements in energy efficiency, environmental responsibility.

Cintas & Carhartt Cold Crew Contest: Feb. 28 deadline

Cintas Corp. launched the second annual Cintas & Carhartt Cold Crew Contest to recognize individuals in the United States and Canada who withstand the toughest winter working conditions.

February 20, 2013

Entries will be accepted through Feb. 28, at which time Cintas and Carhartt will select finalists and begin public voting at the contest website.

A. O. Smith’s Carol Peters receives Women in Manufacturing STEP Award

Carol Peters was recognized with a Women in Manufacturing STEP (Science, Technology, Engineering and Production) Award for her excellence and leadership in manufacturing.

February 20, 2013

On Feb. 5, The Manufacturing Institute and its STEP Ahead initiative partners recognized 122 recipients of the STEP Awards at a reception in Washington, D.C.

Uponor adds commercial plumbing course to 2013 factory training schedule

February 19, 2013

The new Commercial Plumbing Applications Lab features all of Uponor’s products and systems for suspended piping, risers, in-suite and out-of-the-wall plumbing systems.

A. O. Smith accepting applications for annual scholarship

Water heater manufacturer pledges $8,000 towards four students furthering education.

February 15, 2013

Leading water heater manufacturer A. O. Smith announced it is now accepting applications for its 2013–14 scholarship offering to all enrolled members of its Contractor Rewards and Professional Contractor Association (PCA) programs.