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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.

Bio Bidet Survey Finds Interest in Bidets, Announces Taskrabbit Partnership

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:33:00 -0400

The fifth annual survey finds 97% of bidet owners satisfied with their purchase, while new partnership removes installation as a top barrier to adoption.

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.

Service Experts Continues Franchise Growth With Colorado Front Range Expansion

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:43:00 -0400

The agreement includes three territories across Colorado's Front Range, including Longmont, Fort Collins, and Greeley, and will be owned and operated by Mitch Rose and Chandler Sykes.

Rooter Hero Launches Back-to-School Giveaway to Support Teachers Across California and Arizona

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:23:00 -0400

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air launches a Back-to-School Giveaway supporting teachers with donations toward their classroom wish lists.

New Skills Ontario Employment Training Program Sees Almost $1.2 Million Investment From Ontario Government

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:13:00 -0400

The Trade Up, Move Up Program will support 250 individuals looking to enter the skilled trades.

CGNA Welcomes Huba Control as Preferred Vendor

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:56:00 -0400

The Swiss manufacturer brings specialized pressure and flow measurement expertise to the CGNA network.

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.

KBIS 2027 Opens Call for Presenters as Show Returns to Las Vegas

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:15:00 -0400

Industry experts are invited to join as panelists for NEXTStage and the LUXURY Lounge, and as hosts for the KBIS Podcast Studio.

Coburn Supply Company Promotes Dustin Babin to HVAC Division Manager

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:46:00 -0400

Babin brings three decades of experience with Coburn Supply Company to his new position.

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.

RUGGED Mind and Body to Host Next Road Show in Milwaukee

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:08:34 -0400

The event will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 3rd St. Market Hall during the week of PHCC CONNECT.

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.

National Technical Institute Celebrates 232 Houston Graduates

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:58:00 -0400

NTI recognized 232 graduates across its two Houston campuses, honoring students who completed HVAC, plumbing and electrical certificate programs.

Studies Find Plumbing Industry Drives $442 Billion in Economic Impact

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:17:00 -0400

Two new studies highlight the plumbing industry’s economic impact while warning of a projected shortage of 550,000 plumbers by 2027.

Bring Back the Trades Names Tom Milligan to Board of Directors

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 11:45:00 -0400

Bring Back the Trades welcomes Tom Milligan to its board of directors, adding a trades leader and workforce-training advocate to its mission of closing the skilled labor gap.

Continuum Launches ReFlow

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:12:00 -0400

Continuum AI’s new ReFlow solution helps distributors optimize inventory, reduce excess stock and recover working capital.

Horlick Celebrates 90 Years of Engineering Innovation and Customer Commitment

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:24:00 -0400

This milestone honors nine decades of dedicated employees and a legacy built to last.

STRAUSS Named Presenting Sponsor of Netflix MLB at Field of Dreams Coverage

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:31:00 -0400

STRAUSS is the presenting sponsor of Netflix's MLB at Field of Dreams pregame and postgame shows.

Colorado Approves Water Demand Calculator as Alternate Standard for Sizing Water Supply Piping

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:10:00 -0400

Colorado has approved a modern, science-based approach to sizing water supply piping, giving designers and builders a new option for improving plumbing system performance, water efficiency and public health.

QuickFitting SurePress Reflects Broader Shift From Assumption to Verification

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:39:00 -0400

As workforce challenges persist, the company points to growing demand for installation systems that provide visible proof of completed work.

Plastics Pipe Institute Endorses Tracking Plastic Act of 2026

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:29:00 -0400

The legislation would bring industry leaders and federal partners together around practical recycling solutions.

Bosch Home Comfort Group Launches Two New Multifamily HVAC System Offerings

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:17:00 -0400

The new Evcon and Guardian heating and cooling solutions give contractors the flexibility to successfully meet multifamily application needs.

Honeywell Home ElitePRO Smart Thermostat Earns Prestigious International Design Awards

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:24:00 -0400

The latest thermostats win a 2026 Red Dot Design Award and 2026 iF Design Award honoring exceptional product design and user experience.

Houzz Announces 2027 Scholarship Program for Future Construction and Design Professionals

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:24:00 -0400

The annual program awards five scholarships to students pursuing careers in construction, architecture, design and the skilled trades.

National Pump Company Highlights Strategic Product Line Optimization to Enhance Efficiency and Customer Value

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:11:00 -0400

National Pump Company streamlines its product portfolio to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce lead times and deliver greater value to customers.