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In the 1930s, John Robertson transitioned from installing to wholesaling furnaces, then added plumbing in 1947. The first headquarters was built in 1953, and branches were opened in the 1960s. In 1984, the company made its first acquisition, expanding into Pennsylvania.

In 2019, the American Supply Association (ASA) identified talent shortage as a critical issue in the PHCP/PVF industry. More than 31% of the industry’s workforce is over the age of 55, with almost 10% being 65 years old or older, indicating a significant increase since the 2015 study.

Upon my initial use of ChatGPT-3, I was genuinely impressed by its capabilities and responsiveness. It seemed like a significant advancement in AI technology compared to its predecessors. What were your initial impressions when you first used it?

A. O. Smith, celebrating 150 years in 2024, began in 1874 as a metal components supplier for baby carriages and bicycles. Arthur O. Smith designed a lightweight pressed steel car frame and became a major supplier to car manufacturers like Packard, Cadillac, and Ford.

Established in 2002 by industry veterans Steve Sutter and Dan Hodes, Hodes & Sutter is a team of 11 representing 22 manufacturers in Kansas, Missouri, and Southern Illinois. The company's resilience and determination have driven its success from the start to the present day.

It was encouraging to see more than half the respondents report double-digit sales growth for April. All respondents overall reported median sales growth of 10.1% for April 2024 vs. 2023.

As summer approaches, the risk of heat-related illnesses in the workplace becomes a significant concern. OSHA emphasizes the importance of recognizing, preventing, and responding to heat stress. Read how you can protect your workforce.

There are plenty of opportunities to get together to talk about new opportunities, obstacles, or to just learn about how other people deal with daily issues. You have buying group meetings, the regional meetings, and one that is near and dear to ASA’s heart — NETWORK.

The ASA has conducted a follow-up study to understand the current state of the industry’s workforce and identify changes since the initial study in 2015.

You work in the hydronics industry, right? So what’s your “elevator speech" when asked to explain what a hydronic heating system does?