2021 December

In the December 2021 issue of Plumbing and Mechanical find the 2022 Plumbing Industry Forecast; Geothermal offers increased comfort and sustainability; Technology and talent lead the PHVAC industry

A veteran’s guide to recruiting former service members to the trades

Hiring veterans can help contractors gain a competitive edge during the labor shortage.

November 11, 2021

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The shortage of skilled labor in the trades and service industries was already a chronic problem when COVID-19 emerged. The disruptions and economic consequences of the pandemic have exacerbated the issue and made it a national crisis.

Julius Ballanco: Plumbing for aging in place

Plumbing codes, design layouts and plumbing fixtures have been adjusted to accommodate the aging population.

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

December 8, 2021

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The baby boomer generation is reaching retirement age, and many are planning to age in place. As the body ages, the use of plumbing fixtures changes. The aging body no longer has the strength and flexibility of the younger body.

Matt Michel: 10 dismal and 1 positive prediction for 2022

Prepare your business for the year ahead.

Matt Michel

December 7, 2021

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On New Year’s Eve, 2020, many plumbers toasted the end to the unpredictable year. Everyone looked forward to a return to normality in 2021. Uh, yeah. So, what about 2022? Here are 11 predictions for the next year.

Dave Yates: Business insulation

Cash is king in business.

Dave Yates

December 6, 2021

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Supply chain disruptions are ever present and show no signs of going away anytime in the near — or perhaps distant — future.

The Blue Collar Coach

Kenny Chapman: Misconceptions regarding massive growth

Ensure you grow at the right pace.

Kenny Chapman

December 3, 2021

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As you are well aware, our incredible industry has been experiencing massive growth for the last couple of years. We have been seeing contractors post record months for both sales and profitability at unprecedented levels. It seems there has finally even been a shift from how this industry is viewed from the outside.

Heating Help

Dan Holohan: Does size matter?

Big or small, contractors do it all.

Dan Holohan

December 2, 2021

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A young guy who was about the size of Bruno Mars came to my seminar once, and we were chatting during a break. I asked him how long he had been in the business. It’s good to see young people getting involved.

Hydronics Workshop

John Siegenthaler: Opportunistic pathways

Flow doesn’t always go where you intend.

John Siegenthaler, P.E.

December 1, 2021

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I recently reviewed a project in which a municipal building was being connected to a district heating system supplied by pellet-fueled boilers.

Bradford White adds eLearning as part of training program rebrand

November 15, 2021

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The For the Pro Training Academy combines the company’s existing in-person training programs with a new self-paced eLearning option for Bradford White’s valued contractor customers.

Oatey Co. Women’s Resource Group hosts STEM Workshop for Girl Scouts

November 12, 2021

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All Girl Scouts who completed the workshop qualified for their STEM Career Exploration Girl Scout badge.

Matco-Norca mourns passing of Dov Matz

November 11, 2021

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Matz co-founded Matco-Norca in 1952 and spent most of his career leading the company as it grew to the trusted and respected brand it is today.

RWC to acquire EZ-FLO International

November 10, 2021

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Completion, subject to customary conditions, is expected to occur in November.

Centrotherm hires new regional sales manager

November 5, 2021

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Jason Barnes joins Centrotherm as regional sales manager covering the Western territory of the United States.

PRIER honored with Sustainabilty Award

November 4, 2021

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PRIER was among seven organizations receiving an award.

Liberty Pumps celebrates ground-breaking on new Materials Center

November 1, 2021

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Upon completion, Liberty Pumps will have approximately 350,000 square feet of facilities at its corporate campus in Bergen, New York.