Hydronics/Radiant

How Single-Pipe And Integrated Piping Design Can Make Hydronics More Competitive

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

You can enjoy the best comfort, the lowest energy costs and a competitive first cost. That may sound too good to be true, but with creative hydronic system design it is more than possible — and it has been demonstrated for more than 50 years with proven results.

Right Part, Wrong Place

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

You’re standing at the back of your truck making sure you have everything for the boiler install today.

Why Consider a Hybrid Boiler Plant?

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

While teaching a class on hybrid boiler plants at the Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers’ conference for university facility managers, I noticed one attendee sitting in the back of the room with his arms folded and a skeptical look on his face.

HeatLink Group Announces Kim Laurette as Vice President of Sales and Marketing

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:22:00 -0400

HeatLink Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Laurette as vice president of sales and marketing, effective Aug. 31, 2026.

ClimateMaster Geothermal Technology Drives Major Energy Modernization at Fort Sill Military Housing

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:32:00 -0400

The third military housing project with Ameresco and Corvias displays the benefits of geothermal technology for military families.

Weil-McLain Launches Limited-Time ECO Hybrid Smarter Heating Rebate

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:57:00 -0400

Weil-McLain is offering homeowners a $1,000 rebate and contractors a $200 incentive on qualifying ECO Hybrid Dual Fuel Hydronic System installations through Oct. 31.

Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Announces 2026 Watch List

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 03:42:00 -0400

The Golden Arm Award continues to recognize quarterbacks who demonstrate excellence both on and off the field.

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.

RPA Is Where Water Energy Goes Next

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

When I was first given the charge to help bring the Radiant Professionals Alliance back into a more active role, I knew right away that the timing was right. Honestly, it has become a labor of love.

2026 Heating Season Preview

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

Fall heating season is here. What market forces are changing how we do business? What does the future business and technical climate look like for the PHC contractor?

Why Four Small Boilers Often Beat Two Large Ones

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

The first modular boiler room I walked into had four small boilers. My immediate reaction was, “Why would anyone buy four boilers when two larger ones would do the same job?”

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.

APR Supply Co. to Open Joint Branch With Schaedler Yesco in New Brighton, Pennsylvania

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:06:00 -0400

The branch is expected to open with full operations underway first quarter 2027.

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.

PHCPPros Off the Cuff: Liquid Cooling for Data Centers with NIBCO's Joe Choflet

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:25:34 -0400

Tune in as PHC News Editor Steve Smith and Joe Choflet, vice president of sales and marketing at NIBCO, discuss why liquid cooling is quickly becoming the standard for modern data centers.

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.

Watts Water Named to TIME America’s Best Companies 2026 List

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:55:11 -0400

The America’s Best Companies list, presented by TIME in partnership with Statista, identifies top-performing U.S. companies using a data-driven evaluation.

Nominate a Young Professional for Our 2026 Generation PHCP Honorary Listing!

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:02:21 -0400

Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright!

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.

First Five Minutes in a Boiler Room

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

Within the first minute, I knew something was wrong. It wasn’t anything I could smell, hear or see; it was something I felt. After nearly 40 years working in boiler rooms, I’ve come to trust what I call my “Spidey Sense.”

Legend Valve Announces Executive Leadership Promotions

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:06:00 -0400

The announcement follows a period of meaningful transition for Legend and reinforces the company’s focus on stability, continuity, and long-term growth.

Cleveland Winwater Expands Winsupply Ohio Presence

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:45:00 -0400

President Jason Petkac and the Cleveland Winwater employees — Reggie Reed, Michael LaFollette, Jeffrey J. Petkac, and Nick Neill — officially opened their doors on Feb. 1, 2026.

Kevin Wheeler to Retire as Executive Chairman of A.O. Smith; President and CEO Stephen Shafer Named Chairman

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:16:00 -0400

Wheeler will remain a member of the company’s board of directors.

Watts Releases 2025 Sustainability Report

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:18:00 -0400

The report highlights the company’s dedication to environmental, social and governance practices and continued commitment to creating high-performance solutions that promote sustainability and efficiency.

Watts Named One of Newsweek’s World’s Greenest Companies 2026

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:04:00 -0400

This marks the second consecutive year that Watts has received this recognition.

Beyond the Boiler Room: Leading Through the 2026 Integrated Transformation

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Discover how evolving hydronic systems and data-driven "brainware" are transforming boiler rooms into intelligent command centers, requiring PHCP pros to shift toward integrated system leadership.

Avoiding Disaster When Using Closely Spaced Tees

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Have you looked long enough at a job to realize that despite how much pride was put into appearance, it wasn’t going to work well or at all?

Hybrid Heating: Why Heat Pumps and Boilers Make a Great Team

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Discover how pairing an air-to-water heat pump with a traditional boiler cuts energy bills, lowers emissions, and extends equipment life.

Legend Valve Mourns the Passing of David Hickman, Chairman, CEO, and Former President

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:59:00 -0400

Legend Valve announces with profound sadness the passing of David Hickman, chairman of the board, CEO, and former president.

ClimateMaster Recognizes John Bailey for Receiving IGSHPA Ambassador Award

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:01:00 -0400

ClimateMaster recognizes John Bailey for receiving the IGSHPA Ambassador Award, presented at the organization’s annual conference.