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09/23/2025

Porter Pipe & Supply Company celebrated the grand opening of its seventh location this August. Learn all about the newly built, 180,000-square-foot facility in this month's issue of !

Porter Pipe & Supply celebrates the grand opening of its first ground-up facility — a 180,000 sq. ft. distribution hub in Madison, WI — marking a major milestone in its nearly 50-year, family-owned legacy of service, growth, and values-driven success across the Midwest.

09/22/2025

recently sat down with Huston to discuss Viega LLC's growth, innovation and the future of press fitting technology as the international company plans to triple its size of business in the states over the next 10 to 15 years.

From aviation to plumbing, Marki Huston is leading Viega North America into a bold new era—focused on innovation, press technology, and sustainable growth while preserving a strong, people-first culture.

09/22/2025

Editor Amalia Deligiannis spent a great few days representing our team at IAPMO's Annual Education and Business Conference, co-located with ARCSA International and ASSE International. From attending sessions and workshops to committee meetings and fun social events — here’s to learning and connecting! Until next year.

09/21/2025

In this feature, Armstrong International's Brian Armstrong explores how smart design, digital controls, and a Water Safety Management Plan can keep hot water systems safe, efficient, and free from Legionella.

Brian Armstrong explores how smart design, digital controls, and a Water Safety Management Plan can keep hot water systems safe, efficient, and free from Legionella.

09/19/2025

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the second-ever Mind and Body Road Show last night — we can't think of a better way to ring in !

We were thrilled to meet so many new individuals from our local PHCP community and hope everyone who attended had fun unwinding and playing golf, learning more about work-life balance during our Plumbing CEO seminar, and connecting with others.

We'd also like to thank Porter Pipe & Supply Company for co-hosting this event with us; Nate Agentis (BDR) for leading the seminar; RIDGID Tools for generously donating a press tool for our giveaway; and of course, our RUGGED sponsors: Cintas Corporation, Watts Water Technologies, AERCO International, Inc., Bradley Company, F.W. Webb Company, Legend Valve, Morris Group International, Whitehall Manufacturing and U.S. Boiler Company!

Stay tuned for the full event recap in future issues of our magazines — and our next Road Show announcement coming soon 👀

09/18/2025

In this month's cover story extra, Editor Steve Smith sits down with Khadija Head, chief leadership officer at Head's Plumbing Sales & Service, Inc.!

Tune in as the duo dive further into the history behind the third-generation family business; Khadija's athletic and coaching career in the NCAA; how she utilizes her coaching skills at Head's Plumbing; the importance of representation in the trades; and more!

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09/17/2025

TOMORROW: Connect, learn, and unwind at our free event for tradespeople! Bring your friends and family and —

⛳ Play golf

🎟 Enter our RIDGID Tools press tool giveaway

🍻 🌮 Enjoy food and drinks catered by Topgolf

👕🧢 Take home merch from our sponsors

💡 Gain actionable insights at our "How to Grow Your Trades Business Without Burning Out" seminar led by Nate Agentis, Plumbing CEO and BDR

🔗 Learn more and RSVP here: https://ow.ly/JtO150WVul5

09/16/2025

New research by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has uncovered an unexpected side effect of air sterilization devices.

New research by the National Institute of Standards and Technology has uncovered an unexpected side effect of air sterilization devices.

09/16/2025

We're thrilled to kick off our new spotlight series! Stay tuned as we highlight members of the trades community who have achieved personal or professional triumphs, made small wins or overcome a challenging time in their lives.

First up is Lianna Faber, building engineer for the Empire State Building! Lianna recently ran a local 5K, the Elly CARES Project, to help raise awareness and break the stigma around mental health. Throughout this past year, she has trained hard to improve as a runner and has found it has done wonders to boost her own mental health and performance on the job. Go Lianna! 👏👏👏

➡️ Read Lianna's full running journey in the latest issue of Mind and Body magazine: https://ow.ly/rtEO50WXB4o

➡️ Do you know a member of the PHCP community who should be nominated for this series? Nominate yourself or somebody else here: https://ow.ly/5oXV50WXB7W

09/15/2025

To prepare for WorldSkills, Goede will receive comprehensive support and training from a coalition of industry leaders, including Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 777, PHCC National Association and IAPMO.

The PHCC Educational Foundation, UA, and IAPMO are teaming up to train Charles Goede for the prestigious international event in Shanghai.

09/15/2025

Welcome to the second edition of our annual Manufacturers’ Training Directory! No matter if you’re an experienced professional or new to the trades, education is what sets true plumbing, heating, cooling and piping pros apart.

Whether you want to book a classroom session; log on to a digital on-demand modules or head out to see a mobile training truck making a local stop, you’ll find all the information you need!

Welcome to the second edition of our annual Manufacturers’ Training Directory. No matter if you’re an experienced professional or new to the trades, education is what sets PHCPPros apart.

09/14/2025

Built to perform, built to impress. Outfit your luxury stadium suites with the SU-2816 from Acorn Engineering Company Acorn-Sinks®—a sleek, durable undermount sink with an 8” deep bowl. SU-2816 offers a whole host of features and benefits including vertical side walls with a 1- ¾” radius for increased resistance to glass tipping and breakage, sound deadening pads, and meticulous packaging that prevents shipping damage: https://ow.ly/7TLv50WWuIJ

Acorn-Sinks® Stainless Steel Commercial Sinks offer lasting durability, an appealing aesthetic that complements any countertop, and the versatility for a wide range of applications. Available in drop-in and undermount styles with many customization options.