West, who has close to 25 years of recognized success in manufacturing, joined THIS in September 2018 as vice president, business development.

"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.

The $10.3 million investment is expected to create 22 new jobs.

The specifications, published as ASTM F3347 and F3348, are for PEX tubes that distribute potable water and that support hydronic plumbing systems for homes and businesses. 

McCullough, McCullough & Associates, and Watson, Dave Watson Associates, are both former presidents of the association.

In evaluating alternative, low global-warming-potential (GWP) refrigerants for North America, Daikin is focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and climate impacts.

The inaugural scholarship will be $500.

The award is voted on by the members of the North American Plumbing Specialties Association and is named in the memory of John Mueller, who was instrumental to making the NAPSD the organization it is today.