The Tools that Build the World
RIDGID's comprehensive equipment solutions bridge the Plumbing industry's skills gap through thoughtfully designed learning modules that cover critical core competencies in pipe joining (or plumbing or construction) - related professions.
In partnership with NC3, our modules provide supplemental, hands-on learning experiences to enhance your curriculum, offering instructors and students interactive, real-world opportunities to develop proper equipment application techniques while in the classroom.
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Tim Kopp, Education and Training Manager at RIDGID/Greenlee, introduces the Skilled Trades program for RIDGID and Greenlee. The program is a set of training certifications that cover the core competencies for the professional electrician, plumber, HVAC worker or other skilled trades.
Comprehensive Equipment and Training Solutions
RIDGID / NC3 certifications enrich the development of aspiring plumbers by putting the tools of the trade into their hands in a safe and instructed environment. Each module offers unique, comprehensive experiences that are flexible to meet the needs of institutions, instructors and students.
History of the Partnership
For RIDGID, bridging the divide between technician education and workforce skills is not merely a necessity; it is a responsibility. This dedication to our industry has prompted RIDGID to become a corporate sponsor of the NC3 organization.
Value of the Partnership
NC3 complements the education objectives of RIDGID through curriculum development, instructor training, and bill of material creation that ensures instructors have the real-world equipment they need in the classroom.
Future of the Partnership
RIDGID and NC3 continue to develop modules and train instructors with a contributing our part commitment to growing the skilled workforce by successfully preparing students for plumbing - related jobs. We pride ourselves in supporting our institutions and instructors to ensure continued student success.
The Tools that Build the World
RIDGID / NC3 certifications enrich the development of aspiring technicians by putting the tools of the trade into their hands in a safe and instructed environment. NC3 complements the education objectives of RIDGID through curriculum development, instructor training, and bill of material creation that ensures instructors have the real-world equipment they need in the classroom. Earning one or more of the industry validated NC3 certificates listed below is a proof-of-skills achievement that can offer students enhanced employment potential and higher productivity on the job.
List of Certifications Offered
Manual & Hand-Held Power Threading
Learning to properly cut, ream and thread various types of pipe and threads used in the industry.
Power Machine Threading
Properly utilize stand mounted power threaders to cut, ream and thread various types of pipes. Introduction to roll grooving to mechanically join pipes together in fire protection and other HVAC fluid circuits.
Pressing for HVAC & Plumbing
Demonstrate the safe operation of manual and battery-powered pressing tools to fabricate fluid circuit connections in copper and PEX tubing.
Diagnostics & Camera Inspection
Develop skills in drain inspection methods, utilizing the camera system to understand diagnostic and camera inspection techniques and locating sonde signals within the drain system.
Fundamentals of Drain Cleaning
Demonstrate hands-on application of diverse drain cleaning methods to effectively address clogs and blockages in various drain types.
Fundamentals of Bending, Flaring, and Swaging
Develop practical skills in measuring, cutting, bending, flaring, and swaging copper tubes.
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Dominic Mascarella
NC3 Program Manager | Greenlee/RIDGID
Where and How Can I Use These Certifications?
- Residential and Commercial Plumbing
- Electrical
- Pipefitting
- HVAC/R
- Construction Trades
- Welding
- Manufacturing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Morristown
I was honored to attend the NC3 RIDGID Pipefitting training in Ohio. Their training facility is immaculate and totally stocked with all the training equipment and material needed to complete the training. This is one of the best training courses I have ever attended; the level of guidance was great. Also, Mr. Mark Wood, NC3 Master Instructor, wrote the curriculum for this, and it is so well written that I feel it would fit almost anyone’s curriculum they have already laid out. If you get half a chance, don’t miss this training at this facility.
I have implemented as much of this training as possible while waiting on the tools and equipment that are needed. I have a great deal of this already because we install gas systems and thread our own pipe. For me to be able to fully understand the process and the equipment’s correct use and limitations is priceless; my students are thoroughly enjoying what we do.
Tim Solomon, Master Instructor
HVAC-R Department Head
Lawson State Community College
I would like to thank you for the wonderful training I received in pipe threading and pressing. I learned many new things during the training related to tool functions and application of the training materials. I know our students will greatly benefit from being certified in these areas from both a marketability perspective when obtaining employment as well as from a practical perspective regarding effectiveness on a jobsite or service application. I have had previous experience with the topics that were presented but I was impressed with the educators' extensive knowledge of the products and the new things they taught me that I hadn't known before. These tips or "tricks of the trade" are invaluable and cannot be found anywhere else. I look forward to passing them down to my students and am grateful that I had the opportunity to attend for that reason. All instructors took time to answer my questions and research RIDGID's recommendations about certain features of the tools and how they can be most effectively used.
The overall delivery of the presentation was excellent. The facilities were clean, well-lit and spacious, and most importantly safe for all participants. Safety was a top priority for all NC3 RIDGID staff and all rules were followed according to RIDGID's requirements and manual instructions. The food was great, and snacks and refreshments were provided all day. NC3 RIDGID staff took into consideration special accommodations of all participants and fostered an inclusive environment where everyone felt they could be themselves and share their experiences and questions. I was most impressed by the positive and caring attitudes of the staff, and they were respectful of everyone's time as the daily schedules were followed according to the program agenda. I would highly recommend the training to anyone that feels like they could benefit from these topics and most importantly to educators that are seeking to find new models and effective ways of training students to be future workers in the trades.
Mike Latham
Lawson State Plumbing Instructor
RIDGID & Skilled Trades Labs Provide Real World Solutions
Skilled Trades Labs comprehensive equipment solutions bridge the Plumbing industry's skills gap through thoughtfully designed learning modules that cover critical core competencies in construction-related professions.
In partnership with NC3, our modules provide supplemental, hands-on learning experiences to enhance your curriculum, offering instructors and students interactive, real-world opportunities to develop proper equipment application techniques while in the classroom.
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This is one of the best training courses I have ever attended. For me to be able to fully understand the process and the equipment’s correct use and limitations is priceless; my students are thoroughly enjoying what we do.
I would like to thank you for the wonderful training I received in pipe threading and pressing. I learned many new things during the training related to tool functions and application of the training materials. I know our students will greatly benefit from being certified in these areas from both a marketability perspective when obtaining employment as well as from a practical perspective regarding effectiveness on a jobsite or service application.
- The partnership with NC3 and RIDGID has provided our students with an exceptional head start in the industry. When companies learn that we teach the correct methods to perform essential tasks, they are more likely to invest in our mission. This collaboration has also led to opportunities for companies to reach out and train their employees in skills like threading, pressing, roll grooving, diagnostic & camera inspections. Working alongside RIDGID and NC3 to develop new courses and share my knowledge has been a rewarding experience.
