Service Autopilot and FieldEdge bring service business owners together in Nashville for a State of the Industry conference focused on navigating today’s market pressures, strengthening operations, and building scalable businesses.

Founded in 1922, McArdle & Walsh has built a strong reputation for deep industry expertise, reliable service, and long-standing customer relationships.

Nidec has announced the promotion of Tim Schamel to president of Nidec Commercial & Industrial. 

The Don P. and Elaine M. Hayden scholarships help address Rhode Island’s critical labor shortage by providing financial support for students enrolled in RWU’s trades programs.

The PHCC Educational Foundation is increasing its scholarship awards in 2026, committing $180,000 across 75 scholarships to help plumbing and HVACR apprentices and students overcome the cost of technical training.

Amid labor shortages and economic uncertainty, Skills Ontario is calling on the provincial government to sustain and expand funding for skilled trades and technology education.

mSupply proudly supported numerous charities throughout the U.S. and Canada in 2025.

Joining the executive leadership team, Mickesh will guide the company’s people strategy, workforce systems, leadership development and organizational effectiveness.

The report identifies ongoing labor challenges, projecting slower employment growth in 2026 even as skilled talent remains in high demand due to retirements and a tight worker pipeline.

ThermOmegaTech and its CircuitSolver brand will highlight thermostatic solutions for plumbing and industrial temperature control at AHR Expo 2026, Feb. 2–4 in Las Vegas.