SOCIAL HUB PROGRAM
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Developed by the EH-TEAM & Impetus Media
The Social Hub is a must-visit for contractors, apprentices, and students looking for real-world, jobsite-ready insight. Built on the mindset of Community Over Competition, this high-energy space brings the trades together to connect, collaborate, and level up.
At the center of it all is THE EH-TEAM — a crew of respected trades professionals and content creators leading interactive demo stations, hands-on challenges, and unfiltered conversations about tools, equipment, training, and life on the job.
Whether you’re just starting out or decades into your career, the Social Hub delivers the connections, conversations, and practical takeaways that move the trades forward.
Drop in. Get involved. Be part of the community shaping the future of the HVACR & plumbing.
SOCIAL HUB PROGRAMMING
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EH-TEAM Fastest Screw Contest Sponsored by DuroDyne
The Challenge: Head-to-head timed competition.
Prizes: Screw giveaways, commemorative EH-TEAM hockey puck, hat, and shirt.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM |EH-TEAM & Impetus Media Heat Pump Hot Water Tank Build Sponsored by GE Appliance, Nibco and Knipex
Hosted by Impetus Media (Build challenge with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place tool prizes)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EH-TEAM Air Hockey Challenge Sponsored by Primex, Fresh-Aire UV & Perfect Aire
The Goal: Beat an EH-TEAM member to win a commemorative hockey puck.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | EH-TEAM & Impetus Media Interactive Cup Challenge
Hosted by Impetus Media (Tool giveaways and social media content opportunities)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Gary McCreadie Tool Demonstration Located at the RLS Bar Area
Featuring live demos with Gary McCreadie (@hvacknowitall1)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | EH-TEAM Golf Putting Challenge Sponsored by RLS
Commemorative EH-TEAM golf balls will be given away.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Interviews & Video Content Capture Located at the RLS Bar Area.
Networking, community engagement, and casual air hockey/putting challenges.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | EH-TEAM Compressor Teardown
Hosted by Matt Waxer (@the_hvacdoctor) & Trevor Matthews (@refrigerationmentor).
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11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EH-TEAM Fastest Screw Contest Sponsored by DuroDyne
Head-to-head timed competition with pucks, hats, and shirt giveaways.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | |EH-TEAM & Impetus Media Heat Pump Hot Water Tank Build Sponsored by GE Appliance, Nibco and Knipex
Hosted by Impetus Media (Build challenge with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place tool prizes)
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EH-TEAM Press & Braze Competition Sponsored by RLS, SolderWeld & Ambro Controls
Hosted by Gary McCreadie (@hvacknowitall1).
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | EH-TEAM & Impetus Media Interactive Cup Challenge.
Hosted by Impetus Media (Tool giveaways and social media content opportunities)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Gary McCreadie Tool Demonstration Located at the RLS Bar Area.
Featuring live demos with Gary McCreadie (@hvacknowitall1)
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | EH-TEAM Golf Putting Challenge Sponsored by RLS
Win commemorative EH-TEAM golf balls.
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Interviews & Networking Located at the RLS Bar Area.
Short-form interviews and community engagement.
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | EH-TEAM Compressor Teardown
Hosted by Matt Waxer (@the_hvacdoctor).
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10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | EH-TEAM Fastest Screw Contest Sponsored by DuroDyne
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | EH-TEAM HVAC vs. EH-TEAM Plumbing: The Rematch
Hosted by Gary McCreadie (@hvacknowitall1) & Tyler Di (@plumbers.world)
The Showdown: Two teams of pros go head-to-head.
The Format: Fast-paced trade questions and knowledge challenges.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | EH-TEAM Air Hockey Challenge Sponsored by Primex, Fresh-Aire UV & Perfect Aire
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | EH-TEAM Golf Putting Challenge Sponsored by RLS
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Final Interviews & Content Capture Located at the RLS Bar Area.
Networking, air hockey, and final show highlights.