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October 2000 Features

We Need More Female Plumbers
There's a labor shortage, but are we ignoring more than half of the population?

Work Truck Roundup
More crew cabs and new GM heavies are big news for 2001.

An Alternative To Litigation
Question:
Can't we all just get along?
Answer:
I wouldn't count on it!

The Red Carpet Treatment
One company's learned that if you want to treat your customers right, start with your staff.

Software Survey Says . . .
Software use surges as service companies grow more computer savvy.

Re-evaluating Standard Practices For Hydronic Piping
Radiant floor heating is all the rage. But what about new ways to install more traditional hydronic systems?

Priming The Planning Pump
Have faith in pre-planning and reduce rework.

Prison Chic
For the look that says 'I'm doing 10 to 20 but might get out in three for good behavior.'

October 2000 Columns

Thanks, But No Thanks (Frank Blau)
The modern generation seems not so intent upon continuing the family legacy.

Primary Proportions (John Siegenthaler)
A few design questions shouldn't keep you from the benefits of primary/secondary piping.

The Million Plumber March (Julius Ballanco)
With all the protests in the world, fighting for a healthy supply of life-giving water sounds like a good cause.

Gas Prices Are Skyrocketing - What About Yours? (Paul Ridilla)
Use basic supply and demand economics to combat underbidders.

Back To School (Maurice Maio)
When it comes to training, the question isn't why but how.

Ellen's Book Club (Ellen Rohr)
A few top-notch picks that didn't make Oprah's list.

Network Security (Matthew Titcombe)
Secure your system from outside threats as you would protect your home from burglars.

Negotiating The Future (Jim Olsztynski)
The Chicagoland Plumbing Council, PlumbingOnline and HVAC-TV are all pointing the way.

PM Letters - October 2000
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