The Plumbing Contractors Association hosted their annual South Florida Plumbing and Mechanical Trade Show & EXPO on November 20, 2014, and once again the show was a huge success for both exhibitors and attendees. This year, the number of exhibitors at the show broke an all-time record with over 80 booths for attendees to visit Read more
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The Plumbing Contractors Association hosted their annual South Florida Plumbing and Mechanical Trade Show & EXPO on November 20, 2014, and once again the show was a huge success for both exhibitors and attendees. This year, the number of exhibitors at the show broke an all-time record with over 80 booths for attendees to visit. It was a clear sign that the economy is definitely improving and construction is picking up once more in South Florida.
Gloria Salazar, Executive Director of the Plumbing Contractors Association says she spends most of the year planning the show. Her goal is to feature everything at the show a contractor may need in the course of their business that’s easily available from local suppliers up to manufacturers. Most contractors do not have the time to see individual vendors at their place of business or are unable to stay up-to-date with the latest products available but by attending the show, they are able to do all this in one evening. It’s also a great benefit to the exhibitors to be able to meet the decision makers as they canvas the show as opposed to trying to catch them individually at their place of business. Over 3,500 invitations were sent to licensed contractors in southeast Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, Monroe and Palm Beach counties producing a spectacular turnout making this the largest plumbing trade show in Florida.
In an interview with Josh Aberman, General Manager of Lehman Pipe and Plumbing Supply said, “I have had the privilege of exhibiting at the show the past 6 years”. He added “Every year this show has gotten much bigger and much better. The exposure we get here is second to none”. New to the show and exhibiting for the first time was Stuart Berke, President of Action Plumbing Supply, who said, “I was impressed with the show. Gloria did an amazing job putting it together and the turnout’s amazing. We were glad to be a part of it”. Other exhibitors also found the show beneficial such as Andy Faza, with MOEN, who said “It’s an excellent show, highly attended, I would highly recommend it for anyone who is interested in doing business in plumbing and construction in South Florida”. While Jorge Megias, of Viega, said, “I would not miss exhibiting at the show for anything!”
As attendees made their way into the show, they were given the opportunity to view live demonstrations from exhibitors such as Liberty Pumps, Viega, and Milwaukee Tool. Viega, who has a traveling exhibition truck, exhibited their product and gave attendees the opportunity to walk through and view their products. Milwaukee Tool had tables of tools to exhibit giving attendees a great opportunity to compare what is available. SpaWorld, a local manufacture of high-end tubs, brought out a few tubs to exhibit. Growers Equipment had mini bobcats and bulldozers on exhibit. You could even find the Nissan dealer who brought out 3 of their latest commercial vans they say are in high demand by contractors. Many other well known names such as MOEN, Kohler, Grohe, and Delta were also exhibitors.
Attendees such as Manny Alonso, Jr., President of Manny & Lou Plumbing quoted, “I have been attending the show the past 15 years and by far, this year’s show was the best show I have attended so far”. And Joseph Mokher Jr., President of Mokher Plumbing stated “I see the show as very beneficial to business owners such as myself to be able to see the latest products available. The ability to meet face to face with his suppliers is of great benefit”.
Next year’s show is already in the works. Registration will commence January 5, 2015, with the show taking place Thursday, November 19, 2015, at the Miami Airport Convention Center. For more information, you can visit www.pcamiami.com.
As a PHVAC professional, you need to carry a lot of tools and parts with you to each jobsite and keeping everything organized is key to the success of your business. You don’t want to show up to a client’s home just to fumble around in the back of your van looking for Read more
As a PHVAC professional, you need to carry a lot of tools and parts with you to each jobsite and keeping everything organized is key to the success of your business. You don’t want to show up to a client’s home just to fumble around in the back of your van looking for a specific wrench. Not only does that level of disorganization decrease your efficiency, but it can potentially harm your reputation as a professional, reliable PHVAC service provider.
With Adrian Steel’s Ford Transit Upfit Package for PHVAC Professionals, you don’t have to worry about a disorganized work van. Designed with PHVAC professionals’ needs in mind, the upfit package provides innovative cargo management solutions to keep all of your tools and equipment organized and secure during transportation.
PHVAC Upfit Package Features
By investing an upfit package, you can be sure that you’re getting an upfit that is tried-and-true by hundreds of professionals in your industry. The PHVAC Upfit Packages vary depending on the Transit model that you’re upfitting, however all packages include the following elements:
- Three ADseries adjustable shelving units measuring 44″ wide, 59″ tall, 14″ deep and an accompanying rail kit
- Divider kit to create even more organization options within your shelving
- Door kit to transform a shelf into a secure, lockable cabinet
- Multiple drawer units featuring Adrian Steel’s exclusive Lock ‘N Latch system to keep your tools stored away safely
- A Partition with door and wing kit separates the cab from the cargo area, increasing passenger safety, organization, and improving climate control
- The welded tank rack and tank rack adapter is the perfect solution for storing those tough-to-transport tanks
- A three hook bar can be utilized to store cords and other wires that may get tangled
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About Adrian Steel Company
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The GripLine is the first tape measure specifically designed to grip round surfaces, such as metal conduit, rebar, threaded rod, PVC pipe – from a significant distance, saving users’ time. Ideal for plumbing, electrical and framing pros, the patented GripLine has the ability to hold rounded corners and round objects up to two-inches in diameter Read more
The GripLine is the first tape measure specifically designed to grip round surfaces, such as metal conduit, rebar, threaded rod, PVC pipe – from a significant distance, saving users’ time. Ideal for plumbing, electrical and framing pros, the patented GripLine has the ability to hold rounded corners and round objects up to two-inches in diameter.
The ProScribe tape measure features a retractable 1-1/2-inch rigid scribe guide and centering pin to help contractors measure and mark to cut lengths or a radius. The ProScribe integrates several valuable marking functions, including the compass-like ability to measure and scribe circles and bisect angles, as well as the chalk-line-accuracy to measure and mark/score straight lines. Users can also easily position a case knife or carpenter’s pencil against the tape’s metal tip to cut/score or mark the desired width.
For more information on the GripLine and ProScribe, including press releases in several formats, as well as high resolution photography, please visit:
GripLine: http://swanson.media-resources-ordp.com/2014/gripline-holds-round-surfaces.shtml
ProScribe: http://swanson.media-resources-ordp.com/2014/proscribe-increases-accuracy.shtml
Slant/Fin is continuing the successful Hydro-Master contractor program into 2015. A primary benefit of the Hydro-Master program is that only certified Slant/Fin Hydro-Masters are listed on the Slant/Fin website. Our website continuously generates new leads throughout the year for service work and new installations. Another great benefit, and arguably the most valuable part of the Read more
Slant/Fin is continuing the successful Hydro-Master contractor program into 2015. A primary benefit of the Hydro-Master program is that only certified Slant/Fin Hydro-Masters are listed on the Slant/Fin website. Our website continuously generates new leads throughout the year for service work and new installations. Another great benefit, and arguably the most valuable part of the program, is that the contractor receives a 5 year parts and labor warranty on all cast-iron boilers they install. This warranty is non-transferrable and provided only to the contractor installing the boiler. Slant/Fin’s offer is unmatched throughout the industry.
To find out more about becoming a Slant/Fin Certified Hydro-Master and receive these benefits and more, go to http://www.slantfinhydromaster.com/ .
In addition to the warranty program and website listing, each Certified Hydro-Master that submits a boiler registration through http://www.slantfinhydromaster.com/index.php/resources/boiler-registration-form , will be entered into a drawing to win a 60” Samsung TV. They get one entry for each boiler registered. The drawing will be held during the first week of Jan 2016. The winner will be notified in person by a Slant/Fin representative.
Slant/Fin also features a Facebook page where contractors can post pictures of their installation jobs, as well as view other contractor’s showcased work. Like us on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/SlantFin and feel free to post your installation pictures for us to share anytime you wish. We love the before and after shots. This is a great way to advertise your work for free. Please feel free to enter you company name, phone number, and website too! We are happy to promote those who share their work with us.
All contractors that register for the Hydro-Master program are entered into our database and receive important information about Slant/Fin programs and promotional material. They will also be mailed the unique Slant/Fin 2015 calendar, featuring award winning movies and boiler stars. This special calendar lists all of the promotions that Slant/Fin will be doing throughout the year. One program will be the annual Installation contest, where the winner is awarded an iPad!
“Caleffi Excellence” Better than Ever! Caleffi Excellence, an ongoing contest which invites designers of hydronic or plumbing systems opportunity to showcase their work and receive wide recognition, is recommencing. Beginning September 2014 and continuing for 12 monthly periods, designers and installers can submit via an online portal, installations that incorporate Caleffi products. New to this Read more
“Caleffi Excellence” Better than Ever!
Caleffi Excellence, an ongoing contest which invites designers of hydronic or plumbing systems opportunity to showcase their work and receive wide recognition, is recommencing.
Beginning September 2014 and continuing for 12 monthly periods, designers and installers can submit via an online portal, installations that incorporate Caleffi products. New to this year, Caleffi will select three finalists from each monthly period; the winner will be determined by an instant poll of attendees to Coffee with Caleffi™, our popular monthly education webinars. The winner will receive an iPad® mini.
After one year, a grand prize winner will be chosen from the 12 monthly winners. Selected by Caleffi executives, the grand prize winner and their guest will travel to Italy to see Caleffi World Headquarters and receive a personalized tour of our factories and design facilities.