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Plumbing maintenance is essential for the smooth functioning of our homes. Believe it or not, the right plumbing grease plays a crucial role in preventing corrosion and ensuring smooth operation. On the blog, we explore plumbing grease applications and offer advice on selecting the appropriate type for your needs.

It's #NationalInternDay! We want to express our gratitude for the hard work and dedication of our 2024 Intern Cohort throughout the summer. Their fresh perspectives and energy have had a significant impact across our organization. We look forward to their future successes!

Backwater valves are crucial for preventing sewage backup and costly damage. They allow wastewater to flow in one direction while preventing it from flowing back upstream, serving as a strong line of defense for plumbing systems. Oatey Technical Manager and veteran plumber Sean Comerford sat down with PM Magazine to give you a detailed guide on backwater valves.

📣CALLING NEO GIRL SCOUTS📣 We're excited to invite local troops to Oatey University to complete The House That She Built Patch Program! During the visit, the troops will learn about the various roles of women in the trades, engage in discussions about the exciting opportunities available for girls in STEM fields, and, of course, learn a thing or two about plumbing to earn their The House That She Built Patch (and get a copy of the book!) 📖 🔨 🦋 Interested in bringing your troop to this memorable event? Send us a message here on LinkedIn!

Join #TeamOatey for VeloSano Day at Progressive Field, and come cheer on the Cleveland Guardians as they play the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday, August 4, at 1:40pm. This is a fun opportunity to show your CLE team spirit and support our VeloSano Bike to Cure fundraising goal! $5 of every ticket purchased will be donated to help fund cancer research at the Cleveland Clinic. Use the link below and enter offer code OATEY, select seats and checkout. https://lnkd.in/gcpiy84H

This week, members of Oatey's Women's Resource Network volunteered at the "Let's Build Construction Careers" camp for girls in Canfield, Ohio, which aims to encourage middle school and high school girls to consider careers in construction and the skilled trades. This was Oatey's second year sponsoring and volunteering at the camp, and this year we had the privilege of leading the plumbing training day with the help Jim Eichenser, Oatey's technical customer service specialist. Campers learned about how plumbing systems work and got hands-on experience solvent welding, installing a supply box, pulling and setting a toilet, installing a sink basket strainer and more! 🛠️ We were thrilled to be a part of this powerful initiative to expose young women to the many opportunities in the trades!

Last week, Oatey interns concluded their third and final Campus Cleveland outing! They began the day meeting with Tiffany Scruggs, Vice President of Client Services at the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. She discussed the food bank's origins, mission, and why it is crucial for our community. Interns then traveled to various volunteer sites, such as Medwish, Cleveland Kid's Book Bank, the Cleveland Metroparks, the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, and the May Dugan Center, where they completed tasks, including sorting books and donated medical equipment. After a morning of volunteer work, the interns set out for a walking tour along the flats' East Bank and Riverfront areas led by Mera Cardenas, the Executive Director of Canalway Partners, and Jim Haviland, the Executive Director of Flats Forward Inc. During their walk, they learned all about the history of the waterway and the city and how Cleveland got to where it is today. To close out the day and the Campus Cleveland series overall, the interns heard from Scott Simon, author the of self-help book, "Scare Your Soul." Sharing stories from his life, Simon stressed the importance of courageousness and stepping outside of our comfort zones.

Regular maintenance for steam and hot water boilers is essential for peak efficiency and to prevent corrosion. Neglecting maintenance can reduce the system's lifespan and lead to costly repairs, but investing in annual maintenance services can extend the life of the heating system and help defer major costs. Oatey Technical Applications Manager Sean Comerford sat down with Engineered Systems Magazine to review some best practices to achieve peak efficiency and extend equipment lifespan in your hydronic heating systems.

For this month's Inclusion Forum, we were joined by Chaz Billington III of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP to discuss the ever-changing legal landscape of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs. During the session, we explored recent legal cases and proceedings and how Oatey and similar companies are able to remain committed to DEI while navigating these evolving legal regulations. Thank you for joining us, Chaz!

This week on The Fix 🎙️ Bart Bettiga, the Executive Director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), joins us to discuss NTCA's commitment to improving the tile trade through education, training, and setting industry standards. Bart highlights the various training opportunities NTCA offers, such as in-person workshops and online NTCA University courses, aiming to enhance professional skills in ceramic tile installation and allied products. Listen here or search for The Fix on your favorite podcast platform: https://bit.ly/3Y1JnZE