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Preparing for the new age of hand washing

April 3, 2020

If there is some good news in the age of coronavirus, research from the Healthy Hand Washing Survey shows that during the past 11 years an increasing number of Americans are heeding the message about washing their hands to protect themselves from flu outbreaks.

Larson Electronics has N95 Masks in stock for Corona Virus

April 2, 2020

Larson Electronics has masks in stock ranging from 25 packs to 2,500 packs. There are no limitations on how many masks you can order when you buy from Larson.

Al Levi: The secret bonus of documenting how you do business

Operating manuals help boost ethical sales.

Al Levi

April 1, 2020

There are only two types of companies I’ve ever worked with in my 18 years of being a consultant to the contracting industry.

An inside look at manufacturing during the COVID-19 pandemic

Companies implement virtual communications for customers and employees.

Natalie Forster

April 1, 2020

The PHCP industry is deemed essential, rightfully so, and the main goal of companies is to protect their employees while still safely providing the essential products and services needed worldwide; continuing production while prioritizing the health of the community and abiding by government regulations and CDC recommendations.

White House updates ‘Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce’ list to encompass full plumbing supply chain

March 30, 2020

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) updated its “Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce” advisory list to more accurately define the plumbing and mechanical industry, a list that now includes language for which IAPMO advocated.

Every plumbing company should consider the Paycheck Protection Program

March 30, 2020

Known as the Paycheck Protection Program, the initiative provides 100% federally guaranteed loans to small businesses that maintain their payroll during this emergency.

COVID-19: Impact on the plumbing industry

We have been keeping up with news surrounding this virus, but this feature will take a deeper look at the manufacturers, distributors, specifying engineers and contractors.

Nadia Askar

March 24, 2020

We have been keeping up with news surrounding this virus, but this feature will take a deeper look at the manufacturers, distributors, specifying engineers and contractors.

Zurn pledges $1 million of hygienic product to healthcare facilities in fight against COVID-19

Products include sensor faucets, soap dispensers, flush valves, sinks and hand dryers.

March 24, 2020

The bundle of products in the donation helps healthcare facilities upgrade to a touchless environment. The products include sensor-operated handwashing faucets and soap dispensers, sensor-operated flush valves, a select group of sinks made with CuVerro Antimicrobial Copper-Nickel alloy surfaces, and hand dryers.

Taco Family of Companies Promotes Cheryl Merchant to Chief Executive Officer

March 24, 2020

Taco’s Executive chairman and owner, John Hazen White Jr. announced the promotion of Cheryl Merchant to Chief Executive Officer. The company has been family-owned for three generations and is 100 years old.