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Field Leaders Learn How Servant Leadership Makes Their Crews Unstoppable at PHCC Foremen Workshop

Fri, 08 May 2026 12:19:00 -0400

Twenty-four field leaders from across the country gathered for the intensive two-day program, which challenged them to rethink the very nature of their role on the job.

United Association Local 525 JATC Earns National HVACR Program Accreditation

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:41:00 -0400

Serving Southern Nevada since 1938, United Association Local 525 has played a vital role in developing highly trained professionals in the trades.

New York Appellate Court Halts Refrigerant Ban Amid Public Concern Over Food Supply Impacts

Thu, 07 May 2026 16:02:00 -0400

A new statewide survey commissioned by HARDI found concerns the regulations could increase grocery prices, disrupt refrigeration repairs and strain food supply operations statewide.

Early Bird Registration Open for ICC 2026 Annual Conference and Expo

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:12:00 -0400

The annual conference will offer opportunities for networking, professional development and celebrating building safety professionals from around the world.

ACCA President and CEO Inspires Next Generation of Tradespeople in Recognition of National Skilled Trades Day

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:04:00 -0400

ACCA President and CEO Barton James marked National Skilled Trades Day by stepping into the classroom to share with children just how important the skilled trades are.

Explore The Trades and Ferguson Grow Skilled Trades Education With New Grants to 18 Schools

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:49:00 -0400

The 2026 Explore The Trades Skills Lab, Built by Ferguson equipment grant recipients were announced May 6 in celebration of National Skilled Trades Day.

Ferguson Working Toward a Goal of Connecting 50,000 Young People to Skilled Trades by 2030

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:05:00 -0400

That goal is closely connected to another long-term need: the ability to build and maintain the homes and infrastructure communities rely on.

HARDI Distributors Report 10.4% Revenue Increase in March

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:42:00 -0400

The annual sales growth for the 12 months through March 2026 is an increase of 3.3%.

Skillveri to Power VR Welding Competition at Bring Back the Trades Skills Expo

Wed, 06 May 2026 15:18:00 -0400

The May 19, 2026, event in South Portland gives students a platform to showcase their technical skills while competing for a prize benefiting their educational institution.

PPI Publishes Third Edition of PEX Plumbing Design and Installation Guide

Tue, 05 May 2026 12:38:00 -0400

The updated 156-page handbook includes new guidance on PEX materials, code acceptance, installation techniques and water service line applications for residential and commercial plumbing systems.

ACCA Expands Online Training Hub for HVACR Contractors

Tue, 05 May 2026 11:14:00 -0400

As a part of its commitment to workforce development, ACCA is announcing a robust expansion of its online training hub for all employees at HVACR companies.

Congratulations to Missy Meigs, Recipient of The Bolton Family Scholarship

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:55:00 -0400

The scholarship honors the family’s dedicated volunteer work within the communities they serve in Rhode Island.

House Passes Farm Bill With Healthy H2O Water Access Provisions

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:46:00 -0400

Legislation aimed at expanding access to water quality testing and certified treatment technologies in rural and underserved communities advanced in the U.S. House as part of the 2026 Farm Bill.

AWWA State of the Water Industry Report Underscores Infrastructure, Funding Challenges

Mon, 04 May 2026 14:15:00 -0400

AWWA has announced the release of its 2026 State of the Water Industry Report, which shows that infrastructure renewal and replacement is the top challenge among water sector professionals.

ACCA Recognizes 2026 Awardees

Mon, 04 May 2026 11:12:00 -0400

Each honoree represents the best among ACCA members, showing exceptional leadership and problem-solving during major industry shifts in refrigerant standards and workforce challenges.

AIM/R Member Spotlight: J&K Sales

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Celebrating its 45th year, J&K Sales discusses its growth, commitment to technical support, and the invaluable role of the AIM/R peer network in its long-term success.

A Century of Safeguarding Public Health: IAPMO’s First 100 Years

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Trace the century-long evolution of IAPMO and the transformation of plumbing and mechanical codes from local rules into global frameworks for health and sustainability.

The Common Code Format for the Model Plumbing Codes

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Discover the history and key structural differences between the IPC and UPC to ensure your plumbing installations remain safe and code-compliant.

ICC Building Safety Month Advances Public Safety and Community Resilience

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:48:00 -0400

Building Safety Month has helped people understand the impact that building codes have on their daily lives.

NFSA to Honor 2026 Award Recipients, Hall of Fame Inductees at Annual Conference

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:33:00 -0400

The National Fire Sprinkler Association will recognize industry leaders, technical experts and public safety advocates during its 2026 Annual Seminar and Business & Leadership Conference in Seattle.

NIBS Announces Speaker Lineup for 2026 Building Innovation Conference

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:08:31 -0400

Leaders from across the built environment will gather at the 2026 Building Innovation Conference to address innovation, resilience and the future of infrastructure delivery.

NFPA Board Names Ross Ashley as Next CEO and President

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:37:00 -0400

Ashley will start July 1 and will work alongside Jim Pauley who has served as NFPA president and CEO since 2014 and will retire at the end of July.

ACCA Partners With Finturf to Create Maximus

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:10:00 -0400

Through this partnership, ACCA is announcing Maximus — a contractor financing tool built exclusively for ACCA members.

Congratulations to Joe Robertson, Recipient of the Tyfoom Become More Scholarship

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:59:00 -0400

Tyfoom established a $5,000 scholarship to empower the next generation of leaders dedicated to improving culture, safety and engagement in the workplace.

ASHRAE Announces Retirement of Executive Vice President Jeff Littleton

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:28:00 -0400

ASHRAE has announced that Jeff Littleton will retire as executive vice president in early 2027.

ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI/CAN Series 22000-2026 Now Available

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:18:00 -0400

ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI/CAN Series 22000-2026 contains the uniform minimum requirements for qualified installers and service technicians of water treatment equipment.

Bring Back The Trades Awards $35,000 in Scholarships at Sold-Out Londonderry Skills Expo

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:51:00 -0400

Governor Kelly Ayotte joins hundreds of families as BBTT launches landmark Tool Grant Program and addresses $325 billion workforce gap.

Grundfos Takes Co-Champion Role to Advance Colorado River Water Resilience

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:53:00 -0400

Grundfos joins the Water Resilience Coalition as co-champion for the Colorado River Basin, aiming to drive investment and coordinated action to strengthen water reliability across the American West.

ARCSA International Launches In-Field Certification Program for Rainwater Harvesting Systems

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:20:00 -0400

The certification process includes a comprehensive review of system design documentation, followed by an on-site field inspection to verify installation and operational performance.

HARDI 2026 Congressional Fly-In Brings HVACR Industry Voice to Capitol Hill

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:06:00 -0400

More than 65 HVACR leaders met with lawmakers to advocate for supply chain priorities, workforce development and energy policy.

Associations

Field Leaders Learn How Servant Leadership Makes Their Crews Unstoppable at PHCC Foremen Workshop

United Association Local 525 JATC Earns ﻿﻿National HVACR Program Accreditation

New York Appellate Court Halts Refrigerant Ban Amid Public Concern Over Food Supply Impacts

Early Bird Registration Open for ICC 2026 Annual Conference and Expo

ACCA President and CEO Inspires Next Generation of Tradespeople in Recognition of National Skilled Trades Day

Explore The Trades and Ferguson Grow Skilled Trades Education With New Grants to 18 Schools

Ferguson Working Toward a Goal of Connecting 50,000 Young People to Skilled Trades by 2030

HARDI Distributors Report 10.4% Revenue Increase in March

Skillveri to Power VR Welding Competition at Bring Back the Trades Skills Expo

PPI Publishes Third Edition of PEX Plumbing Design and Installation Guide

ACCA Expands Online Training Hub for HVACR Contractors

Congratulations to Missy Meigs, Recipient of The Bolton Family Scholarship

House Passes Farm Bill With Healthy H2O Water Access Provisions

AWWA State of the Water Industry Report Underscores Infrastructure, Funding Challenges

ACCA Recognizes 2026 Awardees

AIM/R Member Spotlight: J&K Sales

A Century of Safeguarding Public Health: IAPMO’s First 100 Years

The Common Code Format for the Model Plumbing Codes

ICC Building Safety Month Advances Public Safety and Community Resilience

NFSA to Honor 2026 Award Recipients, Hall of Fame Inductees at Annual Conference

NIBS Announces Speaker Lineup for 2026 Building Innovation Conference

NFPA Board Names Ross Ashley as Next CEO and President

ACCA Partners With Finturf to Create Maximus

Congratulations to Joe Robertson, Recipient of the Tyfoom Become More Scholarship

ASHRAE Announces Retirement of Executive Vice President Jeff Littleton

ASSE/IAPMO/ANSI/CAN Series 22000-2026 Now Available

Bring Back The Trades Awards $35,000 in Scholarships at Sold-Out Londonderry Skills Expo

Grundfos Takes Co-Champion Role to Advance Colorado River Water Resilience

ARCSA International Launches In-Field Certification Program for Rainwater Harvesting Systems

HARDI 2026 Congressional Fly-In Brings HVACR Industry Voice to Capitol Hill

United Association Local 525 JATC Earns National HVACR Program Accreditation