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Spotless Sewer Lines Play a Key Role in Lining Success

Deep cleaning is necessary before replacing the lining of sewer pipes. High-powered nozzles and chain cutters make pipe cleaning quick and efficient.
Ethan Elliott
Ethan Elliot
May 11, 2026

Pipe cleaning is not just a preliminary step; it directly affects the integrity of the finished liner. Fortunately, the right combination of nozzles and cutters allows crews to remove even the most stubborn buildup, allowing the liner to work properly once it is installed.


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LG Advances in U.S. Department of Energy's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge

LG’s next-generation heat pump rooftop unit passes lab validation.
May 8, 2026

The company will now begin field trials to demonstrate optimized commercial building performance.


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LG Electronics Earns "Top 1%" Sustainability Ranking from S&P Global for Third Year in a Row

LG Electronics Earns "Top 1%" Sustainability Ranking from S&P Global for Third Year in a Row

In the latest assessment, only 70 of 9,243 companies across 62 industries earned the “Top 1%” ranking.
May 8, 2026

As LG continues its commitment to sustainable management, it is working to transition all global business sites to 100 percent renewable energy by 2050.


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Why Prefabrication Is Becoming the Backbone of MEP Contractor Operations

New data shows contractors shifting toward fabrication-led workflows as labor shortages and operational strain continue to rise.
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Kristen R. Bayles
May 8, 2026

New report from Stratus reveals how labor shortages, material costs, and limited operational visibility are driving digital adoption and prefabrication.


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Barton James, ACCA president and CEO, reads to a class of first graders in Little Rock, Arkansas in recognition of National Skilled Trades Day.

ACCA President and CEO Inspires the Next Generation of Tradespeople in Recognition of National Skilled Trades Day

James visited his own children's school in Arkansas last week to read The Air Came to a Stop to three first-grade classes.
May 7, 2026

James joined a local Arkansas elementary school to celebrate National Skilled Trades Day with a reading of The Air Came to a Stop and the Water Came to a Stop, two books in ACCA's children's book program.


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Bradford White Corporation Extends Partnership with Home Repair Services through $10,000 Contribution

Home Repair Services works to improve the safety and livability of homes for low-income residents in Grand Rapids, Michigan and the surrounding Kent County area.
May 7, 2026

Bradford White’s contribution is funded by Industry Forward, the company’s charitable giving program designed to raise awareness for the skilled trades industry.


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J&K Sales Announces Acquisition of Harmon & Company Effective May 4, 2026

The combined organization will continue to focus on delivering knowledgeable, responsive support to manufacturers, wholesalers, contractors and engineers throughout the territory.
May 7, 2026

This acquisition aims to strengthen J&K Sales’ presence across New England and adds depth to its coverage in the water systems and pump markets.


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iWallet Joins NVIDIA Inception Program to Accelerate AI-Driven Contractor Payments Infrastructure

iWallet is building a platform that brings contractor payments and programmable financial services into a single system.
May 7, 2026

Through NVIDIA Inception, iWallet will gain access to GPU resources, software development kits, and engineering guidance. 


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Bradley Company Survey Illustrates How Restroom Conditions Influence User Confidence and Business Performance

86% say restroom quality reflects the quality of a company’s goods and services.
May 7, 2026

The annual Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley queried 1,020 American adults Jan. 5 -16, 2026. Conducted annually since 2009, the survey tracks attitudes and habits around handwashing, hygiene, and restroom perceptions in public facilities.


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87% of HVAC and Plumbing Contractors Are Invisible When Homeowners Ask AI

Most independent HVAC and plumbing contractors have effectively zero AI citation share in their own metro and category.
Ronn Torossian
May 7, 2026

When a homeowner under 50 opens ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, or Google AI Overviews and asks "my AC stopped working — who do I call" or "best plumber in my city," the answer is almost never one of the 230,000 small or independent contractors in the U.S. 


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