Industry News
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Bare Bones Biz announces free teleseminar
Times have been tough…especially for service contractors. However, even in the best of times, most contractors are overwhelmed by the business side of their business. Even when they go to the classes and join the groups, the “fix” is often another binder that collects dust on the shelf. That’s why Biz Experts Al Levi and Ellen Rohr are kicking off a new Teleseminar Series: 12 Step-Step by Step Success Program, on February 14th, 2011.
Al Levi, one of the Most Influential 25 Contractors in the last Quarter Century (P&M Magazine, March 2009) has been teaching solid business systems to contractors. As a third generation contractor, Al is especially familiar with family business dynamics and challenges. Ellen Rohr is the wife of a Plumber, and knows how it feels to wake up wondering how to make Payroll. A columnist for PHC News and other trade magazines, she helps contractors (and their spouses) keep track of the money, increase cash flow and get profitable.
The 12 Step- Step by Step Success Program solves the “Contractor Overwhelm” issue by offering one simple, powerful business building Step at a time. Through interactive Teleseminars and one-to-one coaching in Office Hours, Al and El will help contractors implement ONE action each month that will help them make more money and start living a better life.
One simple Step…one problem SOLVED every month. Each month, the Step builds on the previous Steps. Once we start, there is no jumping in later. You will work less, and achieve more…however you must bring yourself to the program – and the Webinars! – every month. The investment is minimal. Your commitment to each Step can reap massive returns in time, money and lifestyle.
Ready to get off the crazy roller coaster ride and transform your business? To learn more and sign up, check out www.StepByStepBusinessBuilding.com
WARNING: If you keep doing what you are doing, what you’ve got is what you’ll get. If you are ready to change, everything will change for you. Are you ready to think new thoughts and take inspired action? If so, you might be a good fit for this program: www.StepByStepBusinessBuilding.com.
Reduction in Lead Bill is signed into law by President Obama
Rolling Meadows, Ill. – Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is pleased to announce that the national “Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act” was passed on December 17, 2010 during the lame duck session and was signed into law by President Barack Obama on January 4, 2011. The bill becomes effective January 4, 2014, allowing ample time for manufacturers to comply.
This bill lowers the national standard for lead in faucets, pipes and pipefittings to 0.25%. “The previous national standard was 8.0%, which the industry considered too high,” explains PMI Executive Director, Barbara Higgens. “Many in the plumbing manufacturing industry are already meeting these reduced standards. However, without a uniform national standard, a patchwork of requirements could have emerged.”
According to Higgens, “PMI was on top of this legislation from its inception and worked to aggressively lobby members of the Senate and House to pass the bill through Capitol Hill visits, letters and phone calls to representatives. This bill harmonizes lead standards across the country. These standards were already achieved in California, and in Maryland and Vermont through PMI’s active lobbying efforts.”
Southland Industries names new company president and future CEO
Irvine, Cailf. — Southland Industries announced that it has named Ted Lynch, an 18-year veteran of the firm, to serve as the new President of the Design – Build – Maintain mechanical engineering company, effective immediately. Within the next two years, Lynch will take over the reins as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Southland.
Lynch assumes the role of president from current President and CEO Andy Fimiano, who has been Southland’s President and CEO since 2001. Fimiano said the interim two-year period is by design, to provide for a seamless leadership transition that allows him and Lynch to work closely together to move the company forward.
Uponor announces 2011 factory training
Professionals looking to expand their knowledge in radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems can visit www.uponorpro.com/training to review the new 2011 factory training schedule and register for classes online.
This year, Uponor’s course offering includes an updated, four-day Geothermal Design and Application course that offers accreditation by the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) upon passing the exam at the end of class. Additionally, Uponor has combined the AquaSAFE™ Level I and AquaSAFE Level II classes into a two-day course so professionals can get trained in the classroom as well as on a simulated jobsite in the academy’s state-of-the-art applications lab all at one time.
Growing in popularity, the Climate C?ntrol™ Network System class is expected to garner even more interest this year as radiant professionals are looking to offer their customers a whole-system solution with integrated system controls.
“By offering courses such as the Climate C?ntrol Network System and AquaSAFE Levels I and II, professionals are able to learn new skills and technologies that can help them expand their offerings to customers,” remarks Sisco.
For the training schedule, please visit www.uponor-usa.com.
New Products
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Zone Sentry™ valve |
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Leveling floor drains and cleanouts |
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freewatt® plus hydronic home heating system |
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Purge & Fill www.webstonevalves.com Now available in sweat. This unique 7-in-1 valve assembly allows the user to simultaneously drain, flush and refill any hydronic system. Eliminate six leak paths and save nearly an hour of labor. Webstone. |