The 2026 Reports on Comments for IAPMO’s 2027 USHGC, USPSHTC and WE•Stand are now available for public review, with comments due Oct. 30.

The findings come as career and technical education has gained traction and are “concerning” amid broader postsecondary shifts, a Rand report said.

The NKBA Design Competition is now accepting submissions through Oct. 4, with new categories and more than $125,000 in cash prizes.

The group focused on providing a way to learn more about how plastic piping systems provide sustainable and resilient solutions for a wide range of building environment applications.

Belmonte brings more than 17 years of leadership experience, helping organizations successfully drive growth through strategic initiatives and business transformation.

For more than four decades, Medovich has dedicated his career to protecting lives, advancing the sprinkler industry, and serving the people within it. 

IAPMO, CIPHE and ASPE join forces to tackle global plumbing challenges through expanded collaboration on sustainability, water efficiency, education and innovation.

Recipients were selected by the Watts backflow leadership team from nominations received through its website.

HARDI, AHRI, ACCA and PHCC urge U.S. trade officials to protect USMCA benefits for the HVACR and water heating industry, citing impacts on workers, supply chains and equipment availability.

BainUltra has hired Josh Marcom as its national sales manager, effective Sept. 1, 2026.