With economic uncertainty, shifting tariffs, labor shortages, and major infrastructure projects reshaping the landscape, the PVF industry enters Q4 2025 navigating volatility, opportunity, and the growing need for skilled talent and strategic collaboration.

The merger will be completed in the coming weeks and will be operationally effective on Jan. 1, 2026.

The 35,000-square-foot building offers convenient access to Route 7, Middlebury College, downtown Middlebury, and surrounding communities.

Labadie joins RLS from CerroZone, where she served as president and led the company’s rebranding and market positioning of its innovative indoor air purification technology.

Monumental Supply’s new visual identity and messaging reflect the legacy of its storied brand, showcasing its broad product offering, including pipe, valves, fittings, and industrial and elevator supplies.

Users will have the opportunity to win rugged, high-performance gear from top brands like DeWalt, Carhartt, and more.

First Supply hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration Sept. 18 to unveil its new state-of-the-art facility, now officially named the Joe Poehling Distribution Innovation Center.

The event featured hands-on demonstrations, expert-led training, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.

The Plastics Pipe Institute Inc. has published a new technical report — TR-56 — that describes the history of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing in North America. 

Aalberts IPS will be exhibiting at booth 107, where attendees can explore products from the Apollo Valves and Shurjoint product lines.