Associations

Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence Awarded in 18 States

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 15:24:00 -0400

A total of $2 million in cash prizes was awarded on Sept. 29 across the United States to 25 outstanding high school skilled trades teachers and their programs.

ASPE MedGas Workshop Returns to Chicago

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:03:00 -0400

ASPE’s MedGas Workshop is set for Nov. 12–15, 2026, at its Rosemont, Illinois, headquarters, just minutes from O’Hare Airport and within walking distance of several hotels.

Co-Founder of Burke Agency George F. Burke Passes Away

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:57:00 -0400

Applications Now Open for 2027 KBIS Hard Hat Media Tour

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:31:00 -0400

Exhibitors are invited to apply for the opportunity to present their latest products to a select group of the industry's most influential media.

PVF Roundtable Has Full Fall Ahead

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:01:00 -0400

From Young Professionals and networking to fishing, clay shooting and its year-end celebration, PVF Roundtable offers plenty of opportunities to connect with the PVF community in the coming months.

MCAA 2027 Annual Convention Registration Opens Oct. 7

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 13:04:00 -0400

Registration opens Oct. 7 for the 2027 MCAA Annual Convention, set for March 7–11 in San Diego, featuring education, networking, exhibits and special events.

Grainger's Fifth Annual Bucket Build Helps Communities Prepare for Disaster Recovery

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 12:44:00 -0400

More than 500 volunteers joined ToolBank USA and YouthBuild members to assemble 4,000 disaster relief kits for future disaster response and recovery efforts across North America.

Nearly 6,000 Union Tradeswomen to Gather in Houston for Tradeswomen Build Nations

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:50:00 -0400

Tradeswomen Build Nations is the world's largest annual gathering of women working in the unionized skilled trades.

ASHRAE Opens Abstract Submissions for 2027 Annual Conference in New Orleans

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 02:12:00 -0400

Authors whose abstracts are accepted will be invited to submit a full eight-page conference paper by Feb. 17, 2027.

National Institute of Building Sciences Names George Guszcza New CEO

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:28:00 -0400

Guszcza brings more than 25 years of experience in the built environment spanning the public, private and nonprofit sectors in the U.S., UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.

NKBA Seeks Nominations for 2027 Hall of Fame Inductees

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:51:00 -0400

The 2027 edition debuts a media partnership with LUXE Interiors + Design.

Bring Back the Trades Sells Out 2026 Massachusetts Skills Expo

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:31:00 -0400

It's the second year BBTT has brought the Skills Expo to Massachusetts, and the first time the event has sold out at this venue.

IAPMO Concludes 2026 Annual Education and Business Conference, Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:34:00 -0400

IAPMO marked its centennial at its 2026 Annual Education and Business Conference, celebrating its history while recognizing industry leaders and contributors.

SMACNA Releases Two New Standards, Including First Spanish Language HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:33:00 -0400

The new manuals include the 2nd Edition of Kitchen Ventilation Systems and Food Service Equipment Standards Guide and the Spanish Language HVAC Systems Duct Design Manual (5th Ed.)

IMEC Names Michael Cabonargi President and CEO

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 15:16:00 -0400

Cabonargi will lead IMEC as the organization enters its fourth decade of serving manufacturers across Illinois.

U.S. Green Building Council Launches Blueprint for Building Decarbonization and Corporate Practice Toolkit

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:08:00 -0400

New resources equip organizations with practical pathways to high-performance building portfolios while delivering financial returns and climate impact.

Registration Now Open for 2027 Safety & Health Conference

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:21:00 -0400

Join MCAA, SMACNA, and TAUC for the premier construction safety event of the year.

5 Reasons Contractors Can’t Miss PHCC CONNECT 2026

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:19:00 -0400

PHCC CONNECT 2026 offers plumbing and HVACR contractors four days of education, networking, new technology and practical strategies to help strengthen their businesses.

Mill-Rose John Kirkland Honored With AIM/R 2026 Golden Eagle Award

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:05:00 -0400

Each year, AIM/R members nominate a manufacturing leader who exemplifies the values of partnering with independent manufacturers' representatives to take products to market.

NKBA Hosts 5th Annual Women to Women Conference in New Orleans

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:42:00 -0400

The only event of its kind, W2W brought women in the kitchen and bath industry together for three days of connection, mentorship, and industry insight.

Feeding Families Foundation Gets $121,500 Boost From Association of Contracting Plumbers

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:16:00 -0400

The six-figure donation will support the foundation's continued efforts to provide meals to parents of hospitalized children.

IAPMO Dain Hansen Appointed to U.S. Government Industry Trade Advisory Committee

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:17:00 -0400

Hansen will bring industry expertise to federal discussions on trade barriers, trade agreements and market access during the committee’s 2026-2030 term.

AFSA Names Leslie Clounts Vice President of Meetings and Events

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:02:00 -0400

Clounts will transition from vice president of education services to this new role effective Sept. 15, 2026.

ISEA Releases Updated Head Protection Standard

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:17:00 -0400

ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2026 adds optional testing criteria for additional head protection performance features.

IAPMO Advances UPC Formal Interpretation (FI 006)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:13:07 -0400

The deadline to submit an appeal is Oct. 9, 2026.

IAPMO Dain Hansen Appointed to U.S. Government Industry Trade Advisory Committee

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:08:00 -0400

IAPMO’s Dain Hansen has been appointed to the U.S. Government’s Industry Trade Advisory Committee, bringing the plumbing and mechanical industry’s perspective to federal trade policy.

ACCA Launches GFCI Resource Center as Outdoor HVAC Exemption Expires

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:50:00 -0400

ACCA has launched a GFCI Resource Center to help HVAC contractors navigate the Sept. 1 expiration of the NEC exemption for outdoor HVAC equipment.

Chicago Faucets Joins BACnet International

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:32:00 -0400

The announcement coincides with the introduction of CF Connect PLUS, a solution that integrates electronic faucets with building automation systems through native BACnet/IP connectivity.

IAPMO R&T Expands Testing Options for Manufacturers Through Recognized Mexico Laboratorym

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:08:46 -0400

This expansion provides manufacturers with greater access to testing services for products intended for the U.S. and North American markets.

ASHRAE, UNEP Renew Environmental Partnership

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:03:00 -0400

UNEP OzonAction and ASHRAE have cooperated strategically since 2007 to advance sustainable, lower-GWP technologies and best practices in the Refrigeration Servicing Sector (RSS).