On Friday, U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern (R-OK) visited McElroy Manufacturing in Tulsa, Oklahoma for a town hall meeting and a tour of one of McElroy’s manufacturing facilities.

As part of an ongoing push towards a more sustainable future, Watts has renewed its membership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), reinforcing the company's long-standing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Lopes is well-positioned to enhance Watts’ marketing strategy, strengthen customer engagement and accelerate business performance across the Americas.

The company's expanded offerings come as municipalities nationwide escalate permit fees and building owners impose stricter open-flame restrictions on construction sites.

In collaboration with more than 30 committee and subcommittee members, the American Water Works Association (AWWA) has updated its C901 Standard for PE4710 high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pressure pipe for use in potable water, reclaimed water and wastewater service lines.  

Watts recently conducted a national survey of more than 1,000 single-family homeowners on public water systems to assess consumer awareness of backflow prevention. 

This effort reinforces NIBCO’s mission to strengthen the skilled trades through meaningful investments in education and hands-on learning.

A new generation is reshaping the PHCP-PVF industry by combining trusted values with fresh innovation. Leaders from APR Supply and Southern Supply share how they’re using technology and modern strategies to drive growth while honoring the legacy of those before them.

With tariffs back in the spotlight, one industry veteran breaks down their purpose, power, and peril—arguing that trade policy is now a matter of national survival, not just economic strategy.

July 2025 opens with economic uncertainty as oil supply rises, tariffs disrupt trade, labor shortages persist, and key infrastructure projects offer some stability.