"My biggest challenge is taking students and getting them entry-level ready," says Scott McClure, who earned an honorable mention in the 2004 Instructor of the Year contest sponsored by The News and ARI.
Parker Hannifin Corp.'s recent acquisition of Sporlan Valve Co. made some big news in the trade press, but officials at both companies were quick to assure contractors, wholesalers, and dealers that it will be "business as usual" with both entities.
The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA) says it can point to numerous research projects that provide third-party data showing that fiberglass insulation does not directly contribute to poor indoor air quality (IAQ).
In the eyes of Jim Truesdell, there is an eager sense of anticipation as wholesalers and distributors move deeper into what many industry insiders are terming a second industrial revolution.
Standards for ordering flexibility, accuracy, and timely delivery can be viewed quite differently between buyer and seller. This is where XpediAir and its digital technology come into the picture.
It's true. They actually do everything big in Texas. When CertainTeed planned the grand opening of its new mechanical insulation manufacturing plant, the company invited every state and local politician; the media; dignitaries from Grayson County; and practically everyone in between.
George Rusher has been known as a pioneer for a long time. He has owned and operated his HVAC contracting firm for more than 58 years. Even though he is 90 years old now, he still reports to work every day.
If contractors instill a philosophy of continual learning, education, curiosity, and creativity for employees, it follows that good things should happen. Many companies have turned to the educational programs and publications offered by the Mechanical Service Contractors of America (MSCA).