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It is not altogether surprising that 2020 was a year of good growth because it was also the first full year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The resulting lockdowns gave homeowners the time to invest in home improvement projects, which in turn kept them both occupied and entertained. Interestingly, the fact that more people have been – and still are – working from home due to the pandemic has helped to fuel this explosion in home improvement projects.
We always encourage young students to explore and develop, from an early age, their technical skills and talent. Four teams represented the school with cool projects they worked on in classrooms over the past few months. Several teams used teamwork and creativity to build their favourite race car in a toy format.
The summer season is upon us and many of us will be enjoying the - hopefully! - warm and sunny weather at home or on holiday. When the temperature is high, our drains dry up, giving bacteria free rein and causing nasty odours to fill the air - not what we want in our homes!
Christmas is one of the most popular and beloved holidays in the entire world. Every professional plumber needs a wrench in their toolbox, so a RIDGID Wrench is always more than welcomed. If you are not 100% sure which RIDGID tool to get as a Christmas gift, why not choose a RIDGID Gear present?
It’s not a secret anymore that the main mission of the RIDGID FlexShaft machines is to fight against blockages found in drains, toilets, urinals, pipes or even sewages. This time, the drains of a restaurant were left free-flowing after the K9-204 FlexShaft machine cleared the grease and food waste blockages.
On June 3 rd we wore green and we had a barbeque lunch in celebration of Safety. We encourage safety by strengthening each person's understanding of critical behaviours that can keep us safe every day at work and at home. We always remind our employees that safety comes first; it is crucial to prevent incidents or accidents at work.
To get a diagnostics or inspection job done fast and easy, a contractor needs to have the right camera and monitor at hand. MicroReel APX and CSxVIA are the latest RIDGID SeeSnake innovations, and together they are the perfect compact solution that every professional can easily stow in a truck and carry onto the job site.
Strut channel is a very versatile component, needed in a wide range of applications and used as structural support for pipes or cable systems. And here’s when we come to the rescue, helping contractors work efficiently and save valuable time. Attached to a RIDGID 32kN Press Tool, the amazing StrutSlayR delivers high-quality strut channel cuts in 5 seconds or even less.
Petros Vitos loves working in plumbing and he is one of the most dedicated people we have met. This is the secret that helped him stay in the plumbing business for more than 25 years now. In Greece pressing is mostly used on Pexal pipes, not so much on copper because it's more expensive and you can't even find materials easily.
It feels like the past few weeks have flown away and this means only one thing: Christmas is just around the corner! It is a compact and versatile drain cleaning machine that effortlessly cleans light tub, shower or sink blockages and it’s easy to carry around on the job site.
It’s always a pleasure meeting people who are very proud and passionate about their careers in trades. He is a professional plumber in Italy and a very hard-working person who is proud to get his hands dirty in order to get the job done. I was born and raised in a family of plumbers and heating installers, so I can say that I entered the world of plumbing and thermo-hydraulics when I was a little boy.
To some people, working in trades means more than just a job, it means the possibility of following in their father's footsteps. He is a plumber in Norway and he is more than proud to continue the activity of the company his father started more than 30 years ago.
We have designed the RIDGID Pipe Fabrication Tools to prepare pipes for solid connections and stand up to the toughest job site conditions, regardless of season or weather conditions. Your feedback is very valuable; it helps us continuously improve and innovate our tools’ features to always deliver you the best-in-class tools on the market. Receive first-hand access to the latest news, industry trends and insights from fellow professionals.
From the moment we invented the modern pipe wrench it has been our main objective to invest in product development and bring to the market the best tools for the skilled trades. In addition to new product launches, 2022 was a year full of drain cleaning and pressing successes. Let’s have a look back and see which have been the main product highlights of last year.
On May 11th we celebrated Safety Day across Emerson and we reinforced our commitment to safety for ourselves, our colleagues, our customers and our families. If employees have to worry about their safety, this has a huge influence on their personal wellbeing and this will affect us as a company.
The purpose of good HVAC installations is more than just warming or cooling a space; it serves to improve indoor air quality and provide comfort for everyone inside a building. Whether for industrial, commercial or residential use, for both new and retrofit installations, the RIDGID Press Tools are suitable for more applications than any other press fitting system.
These imPRESSive tools are suitable for various applications while offering adaptability to every job. RP 350 delivers 10-20% more presses per charge with zero scheduled maintenance, while RP 240 and 241 are over two pounds lighter than the original compact press tool. All models are equipped with Bluetooth compatibility, so the tools can interface with RIDGID Link, an app that shares valuable insights about the tool.
The event is organized by Amazing Apprenticeships, an organization which promotes the benefits of technical education and brings together schools, colleges and employers. The theme focuses on how much an apprenticeship helps individuals to learn, develop and acquire expertise and competencies for a future career in the skilled trades. Ciaran: One of my proudest moments in the trade has got to be buying all my own tools and being able to go to jobs on my own and complete them efficiently and correctly.
All RIDGID plumbing tools are known as industry-leading products that allow professionals to complete their jobs faster and more efficiently. So what should the ultimate RIDGID plumbing toolkit include? The End Pipe Wrench is ideal for pipe work close to a wall, in tight quarters or in closely spaced parallel lines.
When visiting Finland, one of the most important places you must have on your list is the Santa Claus Village. To us, it’s also mandatory to pay a visit to our friends from Suomen Verkostohuolto Oy, a company in Finland which is specialized in drain and sewer inspection, maintenance and repair.
One of his favourite tools is a RIDGID Wrench which dates back to the '80s. ⬇️ "I got the wrench in the picture in 1980 from my first employer. RIDGID Tools are backed by the best coverage in the industry. Join our webinars and learn how RIDGID products can make your work easier!
On this special occasion, we are engaging in conversations with Ida and Patrícia, 2 strong females who work in trades. Ida lives in Norway, while Patrícia lives in Portugal and they both built a career in the plumbing sector. Which is your message to the young ladies out there who think about starting a job in trades?
Back in the day threading pipe was a slow, tedious process, used for pipe applications ranging from potable water systems, heating and boiler applications in residential, to a large variety of commercial settings. Today, threading is mostly predominant in industrial and commercial applications, as piping technology and materials have progressed over the years.
For leaky faucets or other plumbing emergencies, the RIDGID Pipe Wrench is always the go-to tool. Today RIDGID is the leading global manufacturer of products and services for pipe-depended industries like mechanical, offshore, construction, plant and facility maintenance, fire protection, energy and mining. It is ideal for freeing locked couplings and joints frozen by age or damage.
We started small, as a pipe wrench manufacturer, but with determination, passion and continuous innovation, we evolved into one of the world’s largest suppliers of quality tools for professional trades. Join us in celebrating the past 100 years with a walk down memory lane – and get ready for what’s next!