Articles by Nicole Krawcke

Meet 2024 NextGen All-Star, Brian Blaushild.

Meet 2024 NextGen All-Star, Fielding Alderman.

This month, we honor our third annual class of Next Gen All Stars. Here’s a brief introduction to the individuals 40 years old or younger that bring optimism, new skills and a hunger for success to the plumbing industry.

The plumbing industry is evolving with a focus on sustainability. Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) present an opportunity for contractors to stand out and meet changing client needs, contributing to environmental conservation and demonstrating leadership in a dynamic market.

PM Engineer Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke and Supply House Times Editor Natalie Forster sat down with several industry manufacturers to discuss their efforts, including Andres Caballero, president of Uponor North America, Mark Hudoba, vice president of building solutions division for REHAU, and Marki Huston, COO of Viega.

Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had the chance to sit down with Tina Gullickson and discuss her goals and strategies in leading Caleffi North America through this next chapter.

I'm Nicole Krawcke, Chief Editor of Plumbing & Mechanical and PM Engineer. I often help edit Supply House Times with Natalie Forster. I've been writing on plumbing and HVAC contractors for nearly a decade. This month, I stress the importance of the supplier-contractor relationship.

The AHR Expo, dubbed HVACR’s largest event of the year, returns to Chicago’s McCormick Place Jan. 22-24. The annual event brings together manufacturers, suppliers, contractors and engineers to share ideas and show case the future of HVACR and plumbing technology.

There is no shortage of industry patrons who’ve been impacted by Dan Holohan — manufacturers, reps, plumbers, and fellow writers alike. His love for teaching, writing, giving back and just undeniable kindness have left a mark.

PHCP-PVF experts remain positive for the outlook of this year, citing technology advancement, housing demand and the societal push toward greenhouse gas emission elimination as reasons for expected growth.