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Home » Keywords: » artificial intelligence (AI)

Items Tagged with 'artificial intelligence (AI)'

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Varton and Machuga.

Rheem Strengthens Executive Leadership

Eric Varton joins Rheem to lead global R&D and technology as Alan Machuga takes a leadership role focused on digital strategy and AI transformation
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
October 12, 2026

These appointments bring together engineering, technology, digital and AI capabilities to accelerate growth and deliver value for customers.


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LG to Build its First U.S. Factory for AI Data Center Chillers

New Virginia plant and expanded production in South Korea strengthen company’s ability to meet growing demand for advanced cooling solutions.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
October 8, 2026

LG is pursuing additional AIDC projects in North America through its relationships with leading hyperscalers and big tech companies.


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ServiceTitan Report: Contractors Shift Focus to AI Productivity

66% of AI users save at least three hours per week as contractors seek clearer use cases and trade-specific technology
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
October 2, 2026

ServiceTitan released its The Update: 2026 State of AI in the Trades report, revealing that contractors are increasingly focused on how to effectively implement AI and translate its productivity benefits into measurable business results.


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How Contractors Can Use AI to Avoid a $9,500 Consulting Bill

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Wade Kerzie
September 28, 2026

AI can do more than offer advice. With the right business context, it can turn a consultant’s playbook into scripts, processes, and workflows a contractor can put to work. Here’s where AI can replace costly playbook work, and where human judgment still matters.


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Apurva Shrivastava

2026 Next Gen All-Star: Apurva Shrivastava

Finding the right role for AI in home services
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Kristen R. Bayles
September 16, 2026

Tyson Chen found his way into the trades through a chance meeting, but stayed for the people and the opportunity to help independent contractors use AI to improve customer service and grow their businesses.




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Tyson Chen

2026 Next Gen All-Star: Tyson Chen

Making AI accessible to home services
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Kristen R. Bayles
September 16, 2026

Tyson Chen found his way into the trades through a chance meeting, but stayed for the people and the opportunity to help independent contractors use AI to improve customer service and grow their businesses.




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Reins launches Valuation

New product connects business worth with incentives that help retain the people driving growth
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
September 14, 2026

Valuation begins with the owner's own books and operating data to establish what the company is worth today. Its agentic analysis then identifies the factors driving that value, benchmarks the business against peers and highlights the levers with the greatest potential impact.


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The Astounding Cost of Missing Calls

And how to move your numbers in the right direction
Chris Mechanic
Chris Mechanic
September 14, 2026

How much revenue disappears when no one answers the phone? Missed calls, especially before opening, after hours and on weekends, can mean more than a lost order. See how contractors and distributors can measure the gap, improve answer rates and turn more calls into long-term customer relationships.


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Fleetio's AI Service Advisor.

Fleetio Expands AI Service Advisor

AI Service Advisor is a built-in maintenance expert designed to help fleets make faster maintenance decisions and automate routine processes.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
September 10, 2026

AI Service Advisor assessed $1.4 billion in maintenance spend during open beta, aiming to help fleets reduce time in the shop and avoid unnecessary costs.


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Wint Raises $36 Million in Series D Funding

LIP Ventures and Inven Capital lead round as enterprise demand for water risk management accelerates.
Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff
September 10, 2026

Wint's platform uses AI algorithms to analyze water data in commercial and industrial buildings in real time, giving facilities and risk teams precise visibility into where water is being used, wasted, or lost before damage occurs. 


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ServiceTitan launches new AI-powered products at Pantheon 2023

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.

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