Commercial

Nominations Open for ACCA 2027 Awards of Excellence

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:11:00 -0400

This the association’s annual recognition of the contractors, service managers, and volunteers whose work sets the standard for professionalism in the HVACR industry.

APM Steam Offers Unparalleled Heat Exchanger Assessment and Testing Services for Healthcare, Universities, and Beyond

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:48:00 -0400

APM Steam’s Heat Exchanger Assessment and Testing Service helps facilities identify leaks, prevent costly failures and optimize energy efficiency through proactive inspection, pressure testing and maintenance.

Winsupply and Los Angeles Rams Launch New Sponsorship in Los Angeles

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:51:00 -0400

The partnership will support Winsupply’s growth in the Southern California market where it has nearly two dozen local companies operating under local ownership.

Why Water Design Matters in Laboratories

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:34:57 -0400

Water use in laboratories is fundamental, as professionals rely on it while searching for solutions or answers through experimentation and research.

What Lake Lure Can Teach Communities About Infrastructure Resilience

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:27:13 -0400

Touchless Plumbing’s Next Act

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

For many building owners and occupants, touchless plumbing technology is already part of everyday life.

Designing for Demand: How to Right-Size Pressure Boosting Systems

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

One of the biggest challenges for professional engineers, distributors and contractors is low or non-existent water pressure in busy spaces.

Back to Basics: Why Fundamentals Win

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In the HVAC industry, it’s easy to feel like everything is becoming more advanced and more complicated. Building automation systems (BASs) are more capable.

Engineering SoFi Stadium: Global Soccer Tournament Venue Is a Masterclass in Sustainable Plumbing Design

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Summer 2026’s global soccer tournament is unlike any other, with matches spread across 16 stadiums in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Johnson Controls Introduces Absorption Chiller Reference Design Guide

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:52:00 -0400

Johnson Controls unveils a new guide that helps data centers harness waste heat for cooling, reducing energy demand and maximizing AI computing capacity.

Pentair to Acquire Taco Group Holdings

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:24:00 -0400

The acquisition of Taco expands Pentair’s portfolio of smart, sustainable water solutions to support increased exposure to key high-growth end-markets primarily in North America.

GF Building Flow Solutions Unveils Updated North American Headquarters

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:07:00 -0400

GF Building Flow Solutions celebrates the official re-opening of its North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota, following its newly completed office renovation.

Clean Restrooms Support Public Health and Visitor Loyalty

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:06:00 -0400

Bradley survey highlights the value of clean, well-maintained restrooms during peak travel season.

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation to Acquire Intellihot

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:32:00 -0400

Intellihot offers gas and electric tankless water heaters with market-leading energy efficiency and cost savings.

Repair, Don’t Replace: How Cincinnati Public Schools Simplified Maintenance with Mixing Valves

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:52:33 -0400

Because mixing valves are crucial for preventing scalding, thermal shock and Legionella, the CPS maintenance team required a timely and safe solution to protect students and staff while enhancing water efficiency.

APM Steam Launches Online Storefront for Steam System Parts

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 13:17:05 -0400

The Shopify-powered storefront offers more than 7,000 steam-system parts and maintenance products for commercial and institutional facilities.

Winsupply Inc. Area Leader Team Grows Strategically

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:57:00 -0400

The Winsupply Family of Companies is growing its national Area Leader team with several new appointments responsible for coaching and recruiting entrepreneurs in wholesale distribution.

Daikin Applied Announces Leadership Updates

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:27:00 -0400

The appointments take effect July 1, 2026, and strengthen the company's operating model as it continues to support customers and execute its strategic priorities.

Working in Existing Buildings

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In a 2025 article in Health Facilities Management titled “Deferred maintenance and master planning,” author Mike Mochel discusses the growing need for organizations to prioritize infrastructure renewal due to building age and systems that are beyond their serviceable life.

From Bicentennial to Semiquincentennial: Plumbing the Modernization of the National Air and Space Museum

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

On July 1, 1976, President Gerald Ford dedicated the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum as “a perfect birthday present from the American people to themselves.” More than 1 million visitors passed through its doors in the first six weeks.

Apogee Equity Partners Advise on Sale of DB’s Plumbing and Drain

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:19:00 -0400

Apogee Equity Partners announces the successful sale of its client, DB’s Plumbing and Drain.

HARDI, PHCC and ACCA Announce Legal Challenge to Portions of EPA Technology Transitions Reconsideration Rule

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 15:36:04 -0400

The joint petitioners strongly oppose the decision to extend deadlines for major commercial refrigeration applications, thereby allowing the continued manufacture of new systems using high-GWP refrigerants.

Daikin Applied Breaks Ground on $30M Solutions and Technical Institute to Support Future HVAC Workforce

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:55:11 -0400

The state-of-the-art facility will provide hands-on learning with live commercial equipment, helping develop the next generation of technical, engineering, sales and service talent.

Engineering First Safety for Industrial Cooling — With No Compromise

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 13:30:00 -0400

Industrial cooling safety is entering a new era shaped by stricter environmental requirements, new refrigerants, and rising expectations for equipment safety under real operating conditions.

WaterFurnace Names Ryan Johnson and Dean Grunseth New Vice Presidents to Drive Residential and Commercial Growth

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:03:00 -0400

These promotions follow the retirements of Bruce Cole, former vice president of residential sales and marketing, and Paul Selking, former vice president of commercial sales and marketing.

Safe Monitoring Group Acquires LeakLogics

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:50:00 -0400

Safe Monitoring Group has acquired LeakLogics, expanding its refrigerant leak detection, monitoring and compliance service capabilities throughout the Americas.

DriSteem Expands Texas Presence With McMillan James Equipment Company

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:57:00 -0400

This move strengthens DriSteem’s ability to deliver high-performance humidity control solutions in one of the nation’s fastest-growing and most technically demanding HVAC markets.

Rocket Group Opens First Headquarters in Southern California

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:44:00 -0400

The new 3,000-square-foot Visalia facility to house podcast studio, training center and sales lab for home service contractors nationwide.

KCC Companies Accelerates Direct-to-Market Growth, Opens Channel Partner Conversations Across North America

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:41:00 -0400

Employee-owned Kentucky manufacturer reports rising demand across its commercial outdoor air systems, roof curbs, and HVAC infrastructure following campus expansion and thermal energy storage investment.

Q-PAC to Launch Q-PAC Pro Network in 2026

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:31:00 -0400

The Q-PAC Pro network will feature two distinct technical tracks, allowing professionals to participate based on their core capabilities and business model.