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Beyond the Toolbox: PHCC Educational Foundation Prioritizes Communication Training with New Soft Skills Courses

New PHCC Academy offerings reflect the industry shift toward customer-facing roles, where communication and sales skills are key to growth.

April 29, 2026

New training tracks for technicians, leadership, and office staff emphasize communication, professionalism, and business growth.

Rheem Announces Achievements in 2025 Sustainability Progress Report

Global manufacturer highlights zero waste to landfill and greenhouse gas reduction.

April 29, 2026

Earlier this year, Rheem announced a new set of sustainability goals to be achieved by 2035.

Interplay Learning named one of America’s Top EdTech Companies by TIME

The company has been recognized for its financial strength and its industry impact.

April 29, 2026

The company has earned multiple industry honors within the past year, including the 2025 IACET Instructional Impact Award, a spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and recognition among the fastest-growing private companies in the Austin area by the Austin Business Journal.

LG debuts new HVAC training academy in Orange, CA

LG Air Conditioning Technologies USA co-sponsored a series of events throughout California Heat Pump Week, highlighted by stops from LG Mobile Showroom.

April 21, 2026

LG’s participation in California Heat Pump Week supports the acceleration of heat pump adoption across California and the state’s goals for a more electrified future.

Watts launches “Fast Track to Labor Savings” eLearning campaign

Watts workforce development training is designed for the realities of today’s jobsite, including helping educate a wide variety of professionals to be more efficient and effective.

April 21, 2026

Participants can earn credits for completing each module, and those who complete 20+ modules during this campaign will receive a Beach Side Deluxe 36-Can Event Cooler.

The Plumbing Sales Coach expands offerings with new Blueprint training program

The expansion in service is designed to help plumbing companies improve performance and customer service despite predicted labor shortages.

April 20, 2026

The new training program marks a shift for The Plumbing Sales Coach, which previously offered limited-capacity coaching for business owners.

Rethinking upselling: guide, don't sell

What contractors get wrong about upselling, and how to fix it.

Kristen R. Bayles

April 17, 2026

When options are framed around lifestyle improvements rather than just technical fixes, customers are far more likely to engage, understand the value and ultimately choose what’s right for them.

Graphic for Watts Training Cup Challenge.

Watts Training Cup Challenge builds momentum as contractors nationwide log training completions

The promotion runs through May 1, 2026, still giving participants some time to train, earn, and win.

April 10, 2026

At the conclusion of the promotion, one grand prize winner will receive The Ultimate Training Cup Watch Party, a curated kit designed to bring the excitement of the world’s biggest soccer stage home.

Hydronics Workshop | John Siegenthaler

The air-to-water heat pump summit brought contractors, suppliers, and educators together for hydronic technology

Sold-out summit

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

April 3, 2026

The air-to-water heat pump summit was held on March 4th in Burlington, VT, and attended by over 120 people.

The ribbon cutting ceremony for Altitude Academy.

Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing launches Altitude Academy

The company is investing in the future of skilled trades with training facility.

March 30, 2026

The launch of Altitude Academy follows a milestone year for Jay’s Heating, Air & Plumbing, which celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2025. The company was named the 2025 Large Business of the Year by the Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce.

Uponor North America celebrated the grand opening of its newly constructed Uponor Experience Center located at its regional headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Boasting 4,500 square feet of hands-on displays, full-scale residential and commercial training areas, and cutting-edge innovation showcases, the new Uponor Experience Center is a flexible education and discovery space designed to advance the technical skills of current and potential customers. In addition, it will help foster innovation within the plumbing and HVAC industry and provide an immersive experience for employees and visitors alike.

ServiceTitan hosted contractors from various skilled trades at its Pantheon 2023 event, held in Orlando, Florida. The event, which was sold out, featured more than 75 educational breakout sessions, numerous networking events and a Product & Partner village for attendees to interact with vendors.