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Is a grinder pump the right solution for the job?

Since 2009, wastewater treatment officials across the country have seen a rising tide of sewer backups, pump break downs and overflows caused by sanitary wipes

Nadia Askar

July 21, 2016

Since 2009, wastewater treatment officials across the country have seen a rising tide of sewer backups, pump break downs and overflows caused by sanitary wipes

James F. Dagley has been appointed as the AERCO’s new president.

Dagley appointed as AERCO International president

July 20, 2016

Dagley comes to AERCO from Johnson Controls where, during the past 13 years, he filled leadership roles of increasing responsibility in the fields of sales, marketing and business development.

Women in Plumbing: A rewarding career

And it’s becoming more appealing to some women as plumbing contractors are becoming more willing to teach them how to be a plumber.

Kelly Faloon

July 20, 2016

For these women, the plumbing industry provides work they are passionate about.

Vive La Difference: Commercial vs. residential plumbing products – why the distinction?

July 14, 2016

The point is commercial bathrooms and kitchens do present some different challenges from residential.

UPC 706.0: That section is about changing the direction of drainage flow

July 8, 2016

The reason for this month’s column is I’ve been working on processing code questions for the UPC and UMC Answers and Analysis committees.

Fall 2016 Women in the Trades scholarships announced

July 5, 2016

The Dwyer Group announced three recipients of the fall 2016 Women in the Trades Scholarship.

The Wrench Group appoints Ken Haines as CEO

July 5, 2016

The Wrench Group, which will be headquartered in Marietta, Ga., provides essential home maintenance and repair services -- plumbing, HVAC and electrical services.

Weldbend, Boltex file trade petitions against India, Spain and Italy

June 30, 2016

Unfairly priced and subsidized imports of carbon-steel flanges from India, Spain and Italy are causing material injury to the domestic industry.

Watts opens new Watts Works Learning Center

Mike Miazga

June 30, 2016

The grand opening was attended by Watts’ manufacturers representatives from across the country, local industry representatives, members of the industry trade media and Watts’ employees.