Watts has announced its fourth-quarter training initiative focusing on "Labor Saving Drains," aiming to equip contractors with the technical expertise necessary for efficient jobsite performance.
Running through December 2025, these courses will emphasize drainage innovations, including BLÜCHER® Push-Fit stainless-steel systems and solutions for trench and roof drains, all designed to streamline installation and maintenance.
Training Programs
Gregory Gyorda, Director of Employee and Customer Training at Watts, stated, “We’re proud to offer flexible, accessible training that fits professionals’ busy schedules and turns innovation into everyday jobsite advantages.”
These programs are designed to help contractors achieve more efficient installations without compromising quality.
Expanding Access and Expertise with Online Learning
Participants will also learn about design considerations and the benefits of stainless-steel systems
Building on its successful "Watts Works Online Training" platform, Watts offers on-demand eLearning modules for the campaign. The interactive curriculum includes product comparisons, technical demonstrations, and third-party data illustrating how systems like the BLÜCHER® Push-Fit Stainless-Steel Drainage System can cut installation time by over 70 percent.
Participants will also learn about design considerations and the benefits of stainless-steel systems versus traditional options like cast iron and PVC.
Besides the "Labor Saving Drains" campaign, Watts provides Continuing Education Unit (CEU) opportunities through its "Pipe Smarter, Not Harder" webinar series and customized Lunch & Learn sessions conducted by product experts. Professionals can earn credits while exploring case studies showcasing the time and cost savings of Watts' engineered drainage solutions in commercial projects.
Hands-On Training at Watts Works Learning Centers
In addition to online resources, in-person Instructor-Led Training sessions at Watts Works Learning Centers offer plumbing professionals immersive, practical experiences. The Horne Learning Center in North Andover, Massachusetts, serves as the flagship facility, featuring working mechanical rooms, pressurized water labs, and live product demonstrations.
Established in 2016, it provides an interactive environment for acquiring firsthand knowledge about Watts’ drainage and water quality solutions, alongside system designs that promote installation efficiency and safety.
By expanding its in-person and online learning formats, Watts continues to support trade professionals with accessible, high-quality education. These initiatives highlight Watts' dedication to offering free and flexible training that fosters skill development and career advancement within the industry.
Watts has announced its Q4 training focus on “Labor Saving Drains,” with courses designed to equip contractors with the technical expertise and product knowledge needed to deliver smarter, more efficient jobsite performance.
Specific training, through December 2025, will spotlight drainage innovations such as BLÜCHER® Push-Fit stainless-steel systems, trench and roof drain solutions, and other technologies designed to streamline installation and maintenance.
Training programs
“We’re proud to offer flexible, accessible training that fits professionals’ busy schedules and turns innovation into everyday jobsite advantages,” said Gregory Gyorda, Director of Employee and Customer Training at Watts, adding “Contractors told us they need solutions that save hours on installs without sacrificing quality. Our training programs turn those innovations into everyday jobsite advantages.”
Expanding Access and Expertise with Online Learning
Building on the success of its “Watts Works Online Training” platform, eLearning modules for this campaign are available on demand. The interactive training curriculum includes product comparisons, technical demonstrations, and time-in-motion data from third-party studies showing how labor-saving systems such as the BLÜCHER® Push-Fit Stainless-Steel Drainage System can reduce installation time by over 70 percent.
Participants will also gain practical insight into design considerations, materials selection, and the performance advantages of stainless-steel drainage systems over traditional cast iron and PVC.
In addition to the “Labor Saving Drains” campaign, Watts offers Continuing Education Unit (CEU) opportunities through its “Pipe Smarter, Not Harder” webinar series and customized Lunch & Learn sessions led by product experts. Attendees can earn credits while exploring real-world case studies that demonstrate how Watts’ engineered drainage solutions deliver measurable time and cost savings on commercial projects.
Hands-On Training at Watts Works Learning Centers
To complement these online learning opportunities, Watts’ in-person Instructor-Led Training sessions at its Learning Centers provide immersive, hands-on experiences for plumbing industry professionals. The Horne Learning Center in North Andover, Massachusetts, serves as the company’s flagship, state-of-the-art training facility and a cornerstone of its education program.
Established in 2016, the Horne Center offers a fully interactive environment where contractors can engage directly with working mechanical rooms, pressurized water labs, and live product demonstrations. Participants gain firsthand experience with Watts’ drainage, backflow prevention, and water quality solutions, while exploring system designs that emphasize installation efficiency and safety.
Through expanded in-person and online learning formats, Watts continues to deliver industry-leading training that supports trade professionals with accessible, high-quality education. These ongoing investments reflect Watts’ commitment to providing free, flexible, and industry-pioneering training that helps trade professionals build their skills, advance their careers, and strengthen the industry.
