Spending among U.S. and Canadian companies on projects with requirements for pipes, valves, and fittings (PVF) is forecast to increase slightly in 2020, before gradually declining over the next three years.

While it appeared the U.S. debt ceiling, which had already surpassed the previous $20 trillion “top” by almost three trillion dollars at the end of July, would become a significant congressional confrontation, it was cast aside without a murmur.

As we enter the fourth quarter of 2019, the Bureau of Labor Statistics is reporting the construction sector unemployment has declined to 3.6 percent.

Established in 1960, Maine-based Webber Supply features locations in South Portland, Lewiston, Augusta, and Bangor.

Wilhelm Dietz GmbH & Co. KG primarily serves the needs of the pipe and tube expansion, cold forming, corrosion protection and metalworking industries under its WEDOLiT brand name.

Viega LLC took the trade media on a two-day, two-state tour last August to see the latest developments at its Kansas manufacturing facility and attend the opening of its new Colorado Seminar Center.

The 100th member distinction goes to Winkle Electric Company, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.

Those who would like to attend should register online at www.pvf.org.

"We consistently review our product portfolio to ensure it includes the latest technology and leading brands in the industry," said Jeff Thompson, senior vice president, purchasing, F.W. Webb.

The lawsuit accused Ulma of engaging in false advertising and unfair competition for falsely claiming that it normalized its flanges in accordance with American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) A105 standards.