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The 7-Power Contractor

AL Levi: What if I train them and they leave?

Training is not optional for service contractors.
7 Power Blog
Al Levi
August 20, 2020

One of the most common things I see when I begin my work with a new contracting client is the resistance to train employees. 


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Tony Cacciotti

Plumber of the Month: Tony Cacciotti

August 19, 2020

Why he’s PM’s Plumber of the Month: “All the raving reviews received after completing work for clients. There has never been a negative word from anyone!

 


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First net zero energy education and research facility in Victoria

IAPMO and PICAC Narre Warren Campus
August 17, 2020

The training facility, designed for the plumbing industry, will generate all energy required to support the operation of the building on site through the incorporation of several renewable energy technologies.


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Tool Tips: Tightening shower arms

August 17, 2020

When installing a shower arm or hand held hose wall elbow, thread a ½" coupling onto the male ends and select the appropriate size pipe nipple to use as a lever.


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Mark Chaffee

PM Profile: Taco’s Mark Chaffee

The continued evolution of pumps. Taco’s Mark Chaffee talks energy efficiency, new government regulations and self-sensing technology.
Mike-Miazga
Mike Miazga
August 14, 2020

Plumbing & Mechanical recently had the chance to catch up with industry veteran Mark Chaffee, the vice president of governmental relations and sustainability at Cranston, Rhode Island-based Taco Comfort Solutions. 


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Bridging the gap

Bridging the gap between indoor and outdoor plumbing fixtures

New categories of outdoor faucets are quickly becoming more popular among homeowners and professionals.
Elizabeth Schneider
August 12, 2020

Plumbing fixtures have come a long way over the years, becoming more functional and user-friendly across a wide range of lifestyles. 


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High-performance boiler

High-achieving school chooses high-performance boiler

Dorman High School installed Lochinvar CREST boilers to provide year-round comfort and hot water.
Dan Rettig
August 10, 2020

Paul M. Dorman High School in Roebuck, South Carolina, is achieving academic excellence that’s the envy of many other schools across the Southeast. 


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Circulator Pumps

Circulator pumps bring energy efficiency and cost savings to Seattle home

New pumps eliminate harmonic noise travelling from the mechanical room to the main house.
Brad Jacobs
August 7, 2020

Built more than 30 years ago on the western shores of Puget Sound, a 15,000 square foot custom-built home sits picturesquely at the tip of a cove. 


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RIDGID-Viega

RIDGID-Viega relationship continues to flourish

Pair of industry heavyweights making an impact in PHCP-PVF realm.
Mike-Miazga
Mike Miazga
August 5, 2020

PHCP-PVF manufacturing heavyweights RIDGID and Viega continue to collaborate on solutions aimed at helping professionals do their jobs more efficiently and cost-effectively, thus creating greater opportunities to win more business. 


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Receiving Award

2020 Mechanical Contractor of the Year: Mechanical Inc.

Freeport, Illinois-based contractor finds success in growing employees internally and implementing emerging technology.
Nicole Krawcke head shot 2024
Nicole Krawcke
August 3, 2020

We do what we say.” 
With that tagline, Mechanical has built a solid reputation as being an honest and fair mechanical contracting firm in its 51 years of operation. 


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