By Kolyn “Coach” Marshall No matter where we go these days it seems as if there’s always someone trying to upsell us on something. Truth is, the art of upsell is nothing new. Walk into a fast food restaurant and you’re asked if you want to super-size it. Go to the theater and you’re asked Read more
Plumbing
When people think of Alaska, they think of cold weather, vast expanses of wilderness and small communities. While they’re correct about the wilderness and weather, there are a few communities in the state that can’t possibly be called “small.” Anchorage is home to almost 300,000 people, or roughly the size of Cincinnati, Newark or Pittsburgh Read more
Virtual and simulation training isn’t necessarily new to the industry but its acceptance has been met with intrigue, and trepidation. But to say that this is the future of training? Not so fast. The consensus thoughts regarding this type of training is that will never replace in-person or on-the-job training, but it will become a Read more
Trinova, USA LLC manufactures pinch valves and replacement sleeves known for outstanding performance, specifically in high abrasion environments. These valves and sleeves, manufactured in the United States, are frequently used in industrial applications, wastewater treatment, power generation and similar harsh environments. Constantly seeking solutions Trinova’s North American General Manager, Ben Payne, oversees procurement, production, engineering Read more
If last month’s attendance during the IBS/KBIS Show in Vegas is any sort of indicator for anything, in-person trade shows are still thriving. We’re hearing that this was the most attended show of the past 15 years. According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), more than 76,000 builders, remodelers, developers and other home Read more