Plumbing & Mechanical Top Stories - Articles

New technologies in backflow prevention — Flood protection and testing

Backflow preventers make their way into the connected world.

May 8, 2020

When it comes to emerging technologies — both hardware, and digital technologies — it’s likely that backflow isn’t the first thing to come to your mind.

Kenny Chapman: Culture is more important than ever

Company culture impacts growth, profitability and customer service.

Kenny Chapman

May 7, 2020

With all the uncertainty in the world over the last few months, many people are reflecting upon what’s truly important in their lives and businesses.

3 trends shaping water heater technology in 2020

Efficiency, connectivity and regulations influence water heater market.

Louise Prader

May 6, 2020

This is an exciting time in the water heater industry.

Ajita Rajendra retires as executive chairman; A. O. Smith names new chairman, president and CEO

May 5, 2020

The company’s board of directors elected Kevin J. Wheeler as chairman of the Milwaukee-based water technology company, effective upon Rajendra’s retirement.

Al Levi: It was working when I left!

Watch your callback ratios.

Al Levi

May 4, 2020

It was working when I left!”

Climate Mats Rolled Out Prior to Concrete Pour

Radiant Comfort Report | May 2020

Installers find huge time savings with Climate Mat

Radiant system serves nearly 200,000 square feet of California Military Department building.

Kristen White

May 4, 2020

With an installation area of nearly 200,000 square feet, Viega Climate Mat is having a huge impact on a large job near Sacramento, California.

COVID-19 tips for plumbing contractors: How to adjust your mindset and your marketing

Josh Smith

May 1, 2020

By following the tips below, you can mitigate the negative impact of COVID-19 on your business and lay some groundwork that will make your company more successful in the long run.

SBA accepting only Paycheck Protection Plan loan applications from small lenders until midnight on April 29

April 29, 2020

The SBA put out notice that until 11:59 p.m. EST on April 29, it will only accept Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans from lenders with assets with less than $1 billion.