When we hear about a 'dream team,' our minds envision the perfect basketball team or a group of highly skilled attorneys assembled for a high-profile legal matter. But creating a team that consistently delivers great results shouldn't be limited to sports or legal teams.

As service business leaders, we often focus blindly on the results — key performance indicators, sales targets and other specific goals. But when it comes to success in any industry, relationships are often much more important than simply reaching a result-based goal. This is especially true for plumbing contractors who need trust and cooperation from our manufacturers, distributors, clients and other partners to succeed call after call, day after day.

The donation, presented at WHVACR's 21st Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas, includes $50,000 to be awarded in 2024 and an additional $50,000 in 2025. 

Applicants must be plumbing or HVAC apprentices or trade school students, or college students pursuing studies directly related to the plumbing-heating-cooling industry.

It was such a simple project; replace the old cast iron boiler with a new condensing boiler. You knocked it out in a few days. 

Popular high-efficiency boilers tend to be more expensive at installation, but lower utility bills pay customers back over time. 

These tips will set you up for success heading into 2018.

By following the tips below, you can mitigate the negative impact of COVID-19 on your business and lay some groundwork that will make your company more successful in the long run.

No longer an optional form of advertising, digital marketing has become the norm. 

Many plumbing contractors ask the question: “What is the best way to advertise my business locally?”

Global leader in helmet-based safety Mips and MSA Safety, a leader in the development and manufacture of safety products, are in solidarity in their commitment to promoting workplace safety.

Telling employees to watch their step isn’t enough to eliminate slip, trip and fall injuries in production areas. Like other safety hazards, slip, trip and fall hazards can be identified and in many cases eliminated.

Doctors met a patient at a surgical center outside Boston to invent a new operation, a way to perform arm amputations that might allow patients to move their prosthetic hands more like real ones. The right arm resting on a blue surgical drape before them came from a cadaver; it’s just the limb, ending at the shoulder. It came from the Anatomy Gifts Registry. Devising a new operation is like re-engineering the anatomy.

No magic pills make musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) disappear, yet risk, human resources and safety departments continue to buy into programs and systems that do not affectively aid in helping employees deemed the “walking wounded.” 

A sturdy foundation is essential in construction to ensure the stability and integrity of the entire building. Similarly, when managers take the time to get to know their employees, they establish a solid foundation of trust and lay the groundwork for optimal performance. 

Shawn Galloway, CEO of ProAct Safety and author of several books on workplace safety, training and culture, talks to ISHN about this.

Loading zones are high-traffic work areas with many safety hazards. Even for fully-trained employees, bad habits and lapses in best safety practices can be fostered over time — such as using overhead doors without proper caution. 

Shedding light on beverage alcohol sponsorships, SponsorUnited, a sports and entertainment platform, released its inaugural “Alcohol Beverages Marketing Partnerships 2023” report, which analyzes sponsorship trends and spend across various alcohol brands.

The Kraken Rum has partnered with Black Moon Cosmetics for a new lip combo. Available now, The Emperor Kraken Duo features a uniquely dark, liquid to matte metallic lipstick in a blackened olive gold shade, accompanied by a bottle of The Kraken Gold Spiced Rum.

Painting your home can be a rewarding and cost-effective way to refresh your space, but achieving professional-looking results requires careful planning and attention to detail. Whether you’re painting a single room or your entire house, following a few key tips can help ensure a successful DIY painting project. Here are five tips to help you ... Read more

MIPS cycling helmets are expensive, high-end, and out of reach, but no longer! While all the brands sell MIPS cycling helmets for very expensive prices, we are, nearly recklessly, doing the complete opposite.

The nonprofit announces its 2021-2022 Scholars Program Cohort

Dr. Deuvletian channels years of experience into his work with Clinique Veterinaire de Montreal

Jacklyn Phillips is recognized for her expert leadership of Action Vet Tech Services, LLC

ICRFQ, a leading distributor in the integrated circuits (IC) industry, proudly announces its continued commitment to excellence and innovation.

BaitYourHook.com, an online marketplace connecting anglers with guides, outfitters, lodges and captains, is launched by BYH, Inc.

Discover These Essential Healthy Tips to Alleviate Muscle Fatigue and Pain for Your Workday

Here a 5 ways to minimize wind and rain damage to your property.

iTech Workshop, a leading provider of secure, cloud-based Medical Billing & Practice Management Software and RCM Services, has announced a strategic partnership with EllipseIntel Solutions.

Essential guidelines for patients seeking a reputable Canadian pharmacy

Hosts Elevate Conference to honor teams and share vision for future

Dr. Yen Lieu, dentist in Sacramento, improves patient dental health care by offering helpful dental tips.

Reports of getting scammed over a phone call or an SMS, are increasingly making their way up to the headlines.

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Don't get caught slipping.

The coronavirus outbreak has motivated many people who have avoided planning their estate to draft, revise, or finalize essential documents.

Tommy Smith of All Year Cooling Offers Expert Tips to Minimize Costs During Plumbing Repiping

We're equipping around 80 SWAT teams in the United States, we're equipping special units in Spain and we're also equipping French special forces, and a lot of other countries.

Rapid Response for inclement winter weather

The event aims to generate funds for scholarships benefiting Montgomery County Public School students interested in pursuing careers in hospitality management.

Mark the April 8th occasion with its Blue Moon Ice Cream, plus enjoy its monthly featured flavors available for a limited time!

New guide from Rishikul Yogshala Rishikesh offers expert advice and practical strategies to help novice yoga instructors succeed and grow their teaching careers.

As a leading software company in Cluj, Romania, MoldoWEB is committed to delivering top-notch outsourcing services.

MelaMed Wellness is proud to introduce "The Calm-Collective Wellness Blog"

iYiYi Revolutionizing Networking and Social Engagement

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Patients of rare, chronic illnesses, such as Ménière's Disease, often suffer from severe bouts of depression, anxiety, and stress, which can worsen their symptoms.

Sell Your Extra Diabetic Supplies to Contribute to the Development of New Technologies and Recoup Costs

Jonathan Vakassian Shares Expert Tips on Keeping Your Car Engine Healthy

Don't neglect Your Furnace This Winter.