The new partnership expands AUX’s footprint across Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.

Being in business requires maintaining a positive demeanor, even when it’s challenging. For plumbing and HVAC service contractors, a smile can make a significant difference in customer interactions, fostering satisfaction and loyalty.

Trying to keep up with what’s new in AI is like trying to follow current political events but without the nastiness. So, given the choice between the two, I’ll choose to follow AI.

The pipe, valves and fittings industry is a close-knit community — it relies upon each other to create, build and grow business, communities and industries. Driven by those who innovate, motivate and elevate others, they create long-lasting partnerships that keep the industry moving forward. 

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers has led to significant industrial growth across the United States.

As of the writing, the outlook for the PVF industry remains fluid in the wake of President Donald Trump’s April 2, 2025, “Day of Liberation” announcement, which included the imposition of reciprocal tariffs on a wide range of countries and products.

Hydronics manufacturers are focused on decarbonization and the evolving role of boilers, heat pumps, and hybrids—but uncertainty around federal and local regulations has left many cautious. While some are forging ahead with high-efficiency products, others are waiting for clearer rules before making bold moves.

Building owners, developers, and property managers can instantly evaluate the potential savings of switching to Ice Air’s innovative All Climate Comfort equipment.

These leaders bring wide-ranging expertise in water-based suppression systems, computational fire modeling, wildland fire science, and fire safety engineering education and software development.