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PHCC Educational Foundation Adds New Scholarship Sponsor
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation recently announced HomeServe as the newest sponsor for the PHCC scholarship program. HomeServe will...
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Introducing NASSCO’s Trainer Leadership Program
NASSCO certification programs, including the Pipeline Assessment Certification Program and Inspector Training Certification Program for manhole and CIPP technologies, continue to grow...
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ISTT, No-Dig North to Join Forces in Vancouver
Trenchless technology takes center stage this fall as the 2025 No-Dig North conference makes its highly anticipated return, this time with an...
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Husband-and-Wife Team Build Texas Plumbing Company Into Full-Service Powerhouse
When Brent McDonald went out on his own as a plumber and drain cleaner, there was nothing magical about it. He was...
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The Role of NASTT’s Regional Chapters
The North American Society for Trenchless Technology’s mission is to spread the good news of trenchless technology — innovative construction techniques that...
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Business Coaches Provide Roadmap for Financial Success
The right coach can turn a so-so team into a champion. But not just any coach. A football team, for example, needs...
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Promoting Underground Safety Practices
NASSCO’s Health and Safety Committee recently announced the release of a new confined-space safety video available on nassco.org. This video focuses on...
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NASTT Announces Virtual Course on New Installation Methods
The North American Society for Trenchless Technology invites industry professionals to its virtual New Installation Methods Good Practices course, scheduled for June 25-26. Each...
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June Declared Trench Safety Month
The National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA) has once again declared June to be Trench Safety Month, further highlighting its innovative educational and...
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NASTT Offering New and Updated Trenchless Courses in 2025
NASTT offers multiple in-depth, high-quality courses each year in cities throughout North America as well as virtual options.The course content is of...
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PHCC Workshop Highlights AI Tools and Innovation for Field Leadership
The role of the foreman is evolving, a fact demonstrated clearly at the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors — National Association (PHCC) Educational Foundation’s recent Creating...
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From Apprentice to Crew Leader: Steps to Take Your Career to the Next Level
If you're working as a trades apprentice, you might already have your sights set on more than just the next job. You're...
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Share Your Expertise During the 2026 No-Dig Show’s Technical Program
The No-Dig Show is heading back to Palm Springs, California next year.
Taking place from March 29 to April 2, 2026, this premier...















