Associations

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).

Plumbing Manufacturers International Sets Agenda for New Orleans Conference

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:11:00 -0400

PMI26 heads to New Orleans Nov. 2-5 with a lineup of industry experts, leadership programming and timely sessions on water, regulation, trade, workforce development and more.

From Awareness to Action: MCAA Supports Suicide Prevention Across the Mechanical Construction Industry

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:57:00 -0400

For MCAA, the message is straightforward: Mental health and suicide prevention belong alongside every other safety and health priority affecting our workforce.

Copper Development Association Launches Copper Advocates Program

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:44:00 -0400

The association has published a new suite of resources designed to help companies make more informed decisions about recycled copper content, carbon performance, and circularity.

Report on Comments Toward Development of 2027 USHGC, USPSHTC, WE•Stand Now Available for Online Download

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:22:00 -0400

The 2026 Reports on Comments for IAPMO’s 2027 USHGC, USPSHTC and WE•Stand are now available for public review, with comments due Oct. 30.

NKBA Design Competition Opens With New Categories, Business of Home Partnership

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:02:00 -0400

The NKBA Design Competition is now accepting submissions through Oct. 4, with new categories and more than $125,000 in cash prizes.

PPI Forms New Group to Nurture Tomorrow’s Industry Leaders

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:27:00 -0400

The group focused on providing a way to learn more about how plastic piping systems provide sustainable and resilient solutions for a wide range of building environment applications.

Jack Medovich Receives AFSA Henry S. Parmelee Award

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:31:00 -0400

For more than four decades, Medovich has dedicated his career to protecting lives, advancing the sprinkler industry, and serving the people within it.

IAPMO Signs MOUs With CIPHE, ASPE at 14th World Plumbing Conference

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:42:00 -0400

IAPMO, CIPHE and ASPE join forces to tackle global plumbing challenges through expanded collaboration on sustainability, water efficiency, education and innovation.

HVACR Coalition Urges USTR to Preserve USMCA Benefits for North American Industry

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 11:27:00 -0400

HARDI, AHRI, ACCA and PHCC urge U.S. trade officials to protect USMCA benefits for the HVACR and water heating industry, citing impacts on workers, supply chains and equipment availability.

KBIS 2027 Registration Now Open

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:48:00 -0400

More than 600 exhibitors will convene at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Feb. 2-4, 2027.

NAHB IBS 2027 Registration Now Open

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:30:00 -0400

The show returns to Las Vegas where it will make its permanent home.

HARDI Distributors Report 6.7% Revenue Increase in July

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:46:00 -0400

The annual sales growth for the 12 months through July 2026 is an increase of 2.7%.

MCAA President Curtis Harbour Highlights Strong MCAA-UA Partnership at UA Convention

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:16:00 -0400

MCAA President Curtis Harbour highlights a strengthened UA-MCAA partnership and the opportunities ahead for the union mechanical construction industry.

Q&A with Incoming PHCC President Ken Smith

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Ken Smith, RPG Plumbing Services, Virginia Beach, Virginia, will become president of PHCC-National Association at CONNECT 2026, Oct. 19-22, in Milwaukee.

New Jersey Adopts 2024 National Standard Plumbing Code

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:47:00 -0400

New Jersey has officially adopted the 2024 New Jersey Edition of the National Standard Plumbing Code to serve as the plumbing code for the Garden State.

Women in HVACR Seeks Nominations for 2027 Board of Directors

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:45:00 -0400

The industry nonprofit wants experienced leaders to help guide its continued growth and advance its mission.

Bring Back the Trades Returns to Massachusetts October 29 With Skills Expo in Marlborough

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:47:00 -0400

More than 1,000 students are already registered, and exhibitor spots are filling fast.

2027 International Codes Add Provisions to Accelerate Off-Site Construction and Support Housing Affordability

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:55:44 -0400

The 2027 International Codes will be published later this year, and jurisdictions can adopt the ICC/MBI 1200 series standards now.

IWSH, Local Plumbers Complete Major Upgrades at Los Angeles Mission

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:01:00 -0400

IWSH has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day.

Congratulations to Coleton Haggin, Recipient of Thomas J. Wanner Memorial Scholarship

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:55:00 -0400

Congratulations to Coleton Haggin on receiving the Thomas J. Wanner Memorial Scholarship at MCAA26 during the Awards of Excellence Breakfast this past spring in Phoenix.

Geothermal Ground Exchanger Piping Longevity Document Issued

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:45:00 -0400

A new plastics pipe institute report also clarifies approved piping materials and design considerations.

2026 ASHRAE Student Design Competition Winners Highlight Next-Generation Building Solutions

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:45:00 -0400

The 2026 ASHRAE Student Design Competition winners will be recognized at the 2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference in Chicago.

ACCA Urges National Fire Protection Association to Extend HVAC GFCI Exception Through 2028

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:38:00 -0400

The emergency TIA would extend Exception No. 2 to NEC 210.8(F) until Sept. 1, 2028, for the 2020, 2023, and 2026 editions of the National Electrical Code.

Next-Generation ICC-ES Testing Laboratory Unveiled in Support of Building Product Innovation

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 15:19:00 -0400

The expanded facility in Elkhart, Indiana will serve the testing needs of a wide variety of building and plumbing, and automotive product manufacturers.

PHCC CONNECT 2026 to Feature Expanded Educational Programming

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:14:00 -0400

More than 20 expert-led education sessions and roundtable discussions will address today’s most pressing business and workforce challenges.