Natalie Forster

People in the surrounding area reported multiple explosions during the blaze. The cause of the fire is still unknown. Chemicals were present inside Rovanco’s facility, but fire officials said there were no air quality concerns associated with the flames.

As end users become more aware of and knowledgeable about the damaging effects of PFAS, microplastics, other chemicals, and hard water, plumbing professionals must be up-to-date with the latest water treatment and filtration technologies on the market. Plumbing & Mechanical sat down with Sara Krupa, category manager, filtration at Moen, to talk all things water filtration.

In the world of service contractors — where time, labor and oftentimes materials — are in limited supply, establishing a brand and marketing strategy aren’t always top of mind. For Texas-based plumbing contractor, Plumbing Outfitters, undergoing a rebrand was about much more than portraying an image.

There is a fine line between running a profitable business and taking advantage of customers; ethics, values, transparency and consistency are the standout factors that make sure you’re riding the right side of the line.

Meet Catherine Filibes-Massih, Director of Engineering at Platsky Companies.

Meet Nicole Urizzo, Executive Director of the New Jersey PHCC/NJPHCC Online Apprenticeship Academy.

Meet Mary Phelps, Strategic Account Manager at Sloan.

Meet Hailey Mick, Engineering Business Development Manager of GF Building Flow Solutions Americas (formerly Uponor).

Meet Barbara Lynch, Senior Advanced Quality Manager at NIBCO.

Meet Linda Hudek, owner of LH Plumbing Services.