Prefab Solutions: Combatting the Labor Shortage, Accelerating Timelines and Improving Safety
The idea of prefabrication in the construction industry is nothing new, though there is often confusion around what the term describes. “Prefabrication” is sometimes used interchangeably with terms...
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CONTRACTOR Magazine Feature: Tackling the Labor Shortage Together
Rick Lees, nVent CADDY senior technical support specialist, recently authored an article for CONTRACTOR Magazine’s September issue focusing on combating labor shortages head on. When it comes to…
nVent CADDY Prefab Solutions: Making the Design Process Easy for Electrical Installations
nVent CADDY’s prefab solution is simply here to make your life easier. A benefit of going with a prefabricated electrical fastener options isn’t just in on-site labor savings,…
HVAC and Plumbing Trends for 2019: Efficiency and Technology Lead the Way
Predicting the top trends for 2019, a recent article in PHCP Pros anticipated energy- and water-efficient homes, clean and efficient HVAC and plumbing, and prefabrication and 3D design….
Debunking Myths About Prefabrication
Prefabrication is undeniably beneficial in the long term for contractors, installer and site owners. However, some perceive prefabrication practices as difficult. Although the benefits outweigh the drawbacks, such…
Drop-in Loop Hanger: Better for Employee Training
Traditionally, pipe hangers have been commodity products that are similar across manufacturers. Although low in material cost and sufficient at holding pipe, they can be expensive because of the…
Four Tasks Not Necessary when Prefabricating Trapeze
Prefabrication can undeniably reduce the amount of time required for installation. However, prefab offers additional ways to make a contractor’s job easier. By moving most work off-site,…
Three Benefits Prefabrication Gives to Installers
Prefabrication can greatly reduce the amount of time needed to complete a variety of job site tasks. In particular, it can make an installer’s job much easier. Read…
Limiting Exposure to Crystalline Silica Dust
CRYSTALLINE SILICA One of the biggest health risks to installers who frequently work with concrete is exposure to crystalline silica dust. Crystalline silica is found in many naturally-occurring…
Using CADDY ROD LOCK Couplers on Insulated Structures
USING CADDY ROD LOCK COUPLERS ON INSULATED STRUCTURES: Threaded rod couplers are used to connect two male ends of threaded rod to each other. Although they can be…