Smart Solutions – Summer 2024 Issue

Maximizing Productivity with Cordless with MILWAUKEE TOOL & Pan Pacific Mechanical

Using MILWAUKEE TOOL’s new line of wet/dry vacuum solutions helps Pan Pacific Mechanical better keep its workspaces clean, which enhances productivity. Pan Pacific also found the cordless vacuums safer, more versatile, and more durable than corded vacuums.

MILWAUKEE TOOL

Boosting Mechanical Revenue 30 Percent

After making the transition from paper recordkeeping to BuildOps software, “our revenue has grown by 30 percent, we’ve doubled the number of tickets that we can handle, and we’re working more efficiently than before,” said Scott Fuksa, president of Jackson Mechanical Service.

BuildOps

Going Big: Adding a Second Pipe Cutter Leads to More Efficiency with Watts Specialties & Alexander Mechanical, Inc.

Alexander Mechanical, Inc. purchased its first Watts pipe cutting machine in 2020 and immediately increased efficiency and decreased material costs. So as business grew and fabrication jobs started calling for bigger pipe, Alexander Mechanical bought a second, larger Watts pipe cutter that again increased efficiency and also offered more flexibility.

Watts Specialties, LLC

The Complete Package: Saving Time and Money on Hospital Project with Zurn Elkay Water Solutions & John W. Danforth Company

John W. Danforth Company wanted a lean jobsite for its new hospital project, so it worked closely with Zurn on packaging materials and delivery schedules long before any materials were needed, saving time and money in the process. The new Wynn Hospital of Utica, NY, part of the Mohawk Valley Hospital System, opened in October 2023 on time and on budget.

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Balancing Restroom Style & Function

The key to a successful restroom renovation lies in balancing aesthetics with practicality to create a space that is not only visually appealing but also integrates functionality, durability, and performance. A well-designed restroom can significantly enhance the overall experience for users, leaving a positive impression and reflecting well on the facility.

T&S Brass and Bronze Works

MCAA & BuildOps Partner to Elevate Safety in Mechanical Contracting

MCAA has joined forces with BuildOps, an MCAA member and a provider of all-in-one field service and construction management software tailored for the modern mechanical contractor. This pivotal partnership will integrate MCAA’s extensive safety training resources directly into the BuildOps platform, granting all MCAA member companies using BuildOps unprecedented access.

BuildOps

MCAA’s Newest Course: Foundations of Field Leadership

We are excited to announce our newest educational offering: an 8-week online program created for new and aspiring field leaders working for MCAA member companies.

Rethinking How Work Gets Done

A decision to expand their workspace led J.M. Brennan to use Stratus to create a digital workflow that dramatically improved efficiency on the shop floor. After about two months, the investment had paid for itself with tremendous time savings, primarily in spooling. Integrating Stratus into the workflow not only transformed internal processes but also overall efficiency.

Stratus

Software Links Office and Field Saving Time and Hassle

With construction challenges increasing and timelines decreasing, DILFO turned to Trimble’s ProjectSight project management software to improve communication, manage risk, and save time on every project. Based in Ottawa, DILFO is one of Eastern Ontario’s largest mechanical contracting, HVAC services, and plumbing and heating contractors. The second-generation, family-owned business was founded in 1980 and employs more than 200 construction and service professionals. ProjectSight helped them streamline their document control and enhance team collaboration.

Trimble

Increasing Weld Speed with Novarc Technologies & Kleeberg

Despite an industry-wide shortage of skilled welders, Kleeberg has increased productivity by partnering with Novarc Technologies and adopting the Spool Welding Robot (SWR™). The SWR is a welding cobot designed specifically for pipe, small-pressure vessels, and other types of roll welding. With the cobot, Kleeberg has increased welding speed by three to four times on larger pipes.

Novarc Technologies Inc.

Selecting the Right Press Tool

Press tools are a reliable and accessible choice for joining pipe in all commercial and residential settings, with a variety of press tool options available depending on the jobsite. Today’s professionals can rely on press tools to make secure, flameless connections on copper, stainless steel, PEX, and black iron in a fraction of the time it takes to solder pipe. A press tool not only saves you time, it also saves you money by delivering reliable performance, press after press.

Ridge Tool Company

Saving Installation Time with Onsite Adaptability with A. O. Smith

A. O. Smith launched the Adapt™ Premium Condensing Gas Tankless Water Heater, which promises unparalleled installation flexibility in the field—it can be conformed on the spot to fit the exact needs, no matter the install location, fuel type, or existing venting. It is the first tankless water heater designed and manufactured entirely by A. O. Smith.

A. O. Smith

Court Is In Session

Power and Combustion, Inc. partnered with Victaulic to minimize disruptions over the course of a nine-month HVAC overhaul, mitigating project risks and increasing onsite productivity while ensuring that the building—a courthouse—remained fully operational throughout construction. In the project’s second phase, Power and Combustion again leveraged Victaulic grooved solutions to enhance installation efficiency while upgrading the building’s mechanical room.

Victaulic

Partnering to Accelerate Production

For a new medical product manufacturing plant, North Mechanical chose Morris Group International^® (MGI) brands Acorn Engineering Company^® and Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co.^® to meet the tight deadline and accelerate the manufacturer’s production capacity. MGI’s flexibility and willingness to prioritize the contractor’s needs proved crucial in helping North Mechanical overcome obstacles and deliver a successful project.

Morris Group International

Enhancing Pipefitter Training: A Collaboration Between NIBCO & Local 597

Recognizing the need for skilled professionals equipped with knowledge and practical experience, NIBCO, a leading provider of flow control products, has partnered with Chicago Pipefitter’s Local 597 Union to enhance its training programs. This collaboration aims to elevate the level of training and ensure that apprentices are well prepared for the field.

NIBCO INC.

NEW MCAA Peer Groups

Participating in industry peer groups not only offers a valuable platform for fostering relationships and exchanging expertise within a supportive community but also represents a proven best practice adopted by many successful MCAA contractor members. These groups provide professionals with an opportunity to benchmark their performance, exchange best practices, address common challenges, and gain strategic insights from industry peers.

Retaining Your Competitive Edge with New ESG Resources

In today’s competitive landscape, demonstrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) awareness is no longer optional—it’s essential for business growth. As MCAA members, embracing ESG practices can significantly impact your success. […]

Growth Up 25% In One Year with ServiceTrade & Hurst Mechanical

Since adopting ServiceTrade, Hurst Mechanical experienced 25 percent growth in a single year, a testament to the efficiencies gained through the platform. In addition, using ServiceTrade to streamline preventive maintenance (PM) scheduling and management led the company to increase PM volume by 20 percent.

ServiceTrade

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