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AHR Expo returns to Atlanta

AHR Expo returns to Atlanta

HVACR’s largest show expands educational opportunities for attendees.
Nicole krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
February 1, 2023
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With increasing awareness on energy efficiency, natural gas bans, decarbonization and indoor air quality, the world has been undoubtedly changed, and the plumbing and HVACR industries continue to be on the frontlines of these challenges.


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Viega announces workforce sponsorships and training center updates

January 24, 2023
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Viega’s ongoing commitment to advancing the trades is showcased through its strategic sponsorships along with a full roster of training provided in person and online to students and contractors through Viega’s Training and Seminar Center and online learning platform.  


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skilled workers in the plumbing industry

Anthony Cafagna: How to attract Gen Z to jobs in the plumbing industry

Employ these strategies to help attract the next generation of plumbers and pipefitters to the trades.
Anthony Cafagna
January 12, 2023
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It’s no secret that there is a major shortage of skilled workers in the plumbing industry right now. According to one report, the booming real estate market, combined with piqued interest among homeowners in renovation projects during the pandemic, substantially increased customer demand for home services that isn’t slowing down anytime soon.


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Nicole Krawcke: Technology and trends to watch in 2023

Don’t miss out on these opportunities to position your business for success in the new year.
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Nicole Krawcke
December 12, 2022
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Does anybody else feel like 2022 just flew right by, or is it just me? It seems too early for Christmas decorations and music — just a few short weeks ago, Michigan was still having 70-degree weather! But ‘tis the season!


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Michael Copp: U.S. student math, reading scores will impact the trades

Decreasing scores could exacerbate ongoing workforce shortages.
Michael Copp
December 8, 2022
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The National Assessment for Educational Progress (NAEP) reported in what’s referred to as the "nation’s report card" in September 2022 that recent long-term reading and mathematics assessments during the COVID-19 pandemic showed that “average scores for age 9 students in 2022 declined five points in reading and seven points in mathematics compared to 2020.


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Viega helps girls step outside the box by supporting Tools & Tiaras

November 21, 2022
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This year, Tools & Tiaras hosted an event in recognition of the 10th anniversary of International Day of the Girl, which was adopted in 2011 by a United Nations General Assembly resolution.


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social and environmental problems

Nicole Krawcke: Recruiting the next skilled trades workforce

Plumbing industry uniquely suited to offer environmental impact that Gen Z and millenials want.
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Nicole Krawcke
November 11, 2022
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As I write this month’s column, I’m attending Plumbing Manufacturer’s International annual Manufacturing Success conference in Louisville, Kentucky. PMI has done a great job with its programming content this year, especially with keynote presenter Andrew Winston, a corporate environmental strategist and author, who discussed how today’s companies are now expected to take a stand against the world’s social and environmental problems — and in doing so, earn a profit.


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next generation of plumbers

Garrett Wilson: Promoting technology in the plumbing field

Attract the next generation of plumbers and new customers by highlighting new tech.
Garrett Wilson
November 9, 2022
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As anyone in the profession knows, the plumbing industry is rapidly changing. Demand for plumbing services is reaching unprecedented levels, but so too is competition.


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Teaching the trades

Maria Dezenberg: Teaching the trades

Are you a good candidate?
Maria Dezenberg
October 11, 2022
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We have all heard the axiom — “those who can, do; those who can’t, teach.” That is so far from the truth when it comes to the trades. In fact, in order to teach the trades, most instructors need to have at least a few years of actual work experience.


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IAPMO Board of Directors creates Diversity Subcommittee

September 12, 2022
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The subcommittee will be chaired by IAPMO board member Raymond Boyd, United Association assistant director of Education and Training, and will meet before the end of the year. 


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