Plastic vs. metal, specifically copper, continues to be a growing debate in the industrial pipe and fittings market for 2007. The past few years have witnessed dramatic price increases, and
T he industrial valve market experienced a very good year in 2006. Demand was high, and according to Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) President Bill Sandler, “Business seemed to
Water and energy conservation are on the rise for commercial faucets and the major manufacturers agree. But recent pandemic influences and issues with cross contamination have also made their way
In 1933, nine plumbing and heating companies in Montreal hoped to replace timeworn unethical practices and faulty distribution methods with sound and orderly merchandising and marketing practices. They realized the opportunity "low business" volume offered in providing corrective measures to the industry. So, they devised a plan to serve the best interests of both those in the industry and the public. As a result, the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating was created.
Chip McClelland talks about IBM “System i” innovations and simplifying IT.Seventy-five percent of IT costs are spent managing infrastructure, according to IBM Senior Marketing Manager Chip McClelland. McClelland presented this
In
1882, a group of tradesmen from New York City banded together to form
the Master Plumbers Association of New York. Shortly afterward, a
like-minded group joined forces in Brooklyn.
Established: 1992 Nexstar Inc., formerly Contractors 2000, was founded in November 1992 by 16 contractors who wanted to raise the bar. Nexstar helps fellow contractors with all the business aspects
Established: 1886 The Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) has been serving the unique needs of its members for more than 100 years by focusing on three main areas: education,
In 2003, two wholesale trade organizations - Northamerican Heating, Refrigeration & Airconditioning Wholesalers (NHRAW), founded in 1947, and Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Wholesalers International (ARWI), founded in 1935 - consolidated, to become HARDI.