As part of the standards development process, NFPA is inviting stakeholders and the public to participate in the public comment period, open through Jan. 29, 2026.

The move unites Mid-South Equipment, Schully Strawn & Associates, and JD Mechanical into a single, statewide HVAC manufacturer representative platform backed by Meriton’s national network.

This fifth iteration will build on nearly a decade of data to inform training, outreach, and National Ladder Safety Month.
 

As part of the acquisition, both W.L. Engler locations will remain open and fully operational, with the same experienced staff continuing to serve customers.

PlanRadar expands U.S. presence with a new Chicago office, bringing local expertise to construction and real estate projects.

Shamim Rashid-Sumar, PE, FSFPE, and Shaun Kelly, Peng, CEng, MIEI, PMSFPE, will lead SFPE in advancing fire safety and engineering worldwide.

Ancora Education expands skilled trades training in North Carolina with a new plumbing program launching Feb. 9 at Miller-Motte College in Raleigh.

Led by Local Company President Sammy Tulbendzhyan, the team of about 10 in Burbank serves the residential and commercial plumbing sector.

Bello will collaborate closely with LPG members and staff to promote and support its collection of finely crafted luxury bathtubs, vanities, LED mirrors, medicine cabinets and toilets.

The acquisition continues expansion across Southeast and South-Central United States.