Featured Stories https://www.phcppros.com/rss en-us Milwaukee Tool Expands Safety Training Focus to Include Mental Health During 2026 Construction Safety Week During Construction Safety Week (May 4–8, 2026), Milwaukee Tool expanded its safety training focus to include mental health; introducing a new partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23451 Fri, 15 May 2026 10:41:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23451-milwaukee-tool-expands-safety-training-focus-to-include-mental-health-during-2026-construction-safety-week Milwaukee Tool Expands Safety Training Focus to Include Mental Health During 2026 Construction Safety Week.jpg SFPE Appoints Jonathan Hodges Chair of RTM Committee The Society of Fire Protection Engineers has appointed Jonathan L. Hodges, Ph.D., chair of its RTM Committee, where he will help guide the organization’s research and technical initiatives.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23450 Fri, 15 May 2026 09:58:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23450-sfpe-appoints-jonathan-hodges-chair-of-rtm-committee SFPE Appoints Jonathan Hodges Chair of RTM Committee.jpg Viega North America CEO Marki Huston Receives Regional Economic Development Champion Award The award was presented by Team NEO, along with JobsOhio, at the NEO Rising 2026 event on May 14, 2026.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23449 Thu, 14 May 2026 16:03:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23449-viega-north-america-ceo-marki-huston-receives-regional-economic-development-champion-award Viega North America CEO Marki Huston Receives Regional Economic Development Champion Award .jpg HARDI and PHCC File Amicus Brief Supporting EPA AIM Act Allocation Rule

HARDI and PHCC urged the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold EPA refrigerant allocation rules, warning changes could disrupt the HVACR refrigerant transition.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23448 Thu, 14 May 2026 14:31:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23448-hardi-and-phcc-file-amicus-brief-supporting-epa-aim-act-allocation-rule HARDI and PHCC File Amicus Brief Supporting EPA AIM Act Allocation Rule .jpg NIBCO Introduces Branded Markings to PressACR Line The new visual identifiers enhance product differentiation and help ensure proper application in HVACR systems.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23447 Thu, 14 May 2026 12:57:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23447-nibco-introduces-branded-markings-to-pressacr-line NIBCO Introduces Branded Markings to PressACR Line 1.jpg Watts Launches Product Selection Tool to Support Sustainable Building Design for LEED v5 The new digital tool helps architects, specifiers and sustainability professionals identify Watts solutions that support LEED v5 certification.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23446 Thu, 14 May 2026 12:35:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23446-watts-launches-product-selection-tool-to-support-sustainable-building-design-for-leed-v5 Watts Launches Product Selection Tool to Support Sustainable Building Design for LEED v5.jpg Trane and Valent Announce Exclusive Supply Agreement U.S. and Canada The agreement expands access to dedicated outdoor air systems, value-added rooftop units, and energy recovery solutions across the U.S. and Canada.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23445 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:44:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23445-trane-and-valent-announce-exclusive-supply-agreement-us-and-canada Trane and Valent Announce Exclusive Supply Agreement U.S. and Canada.jpg Watts Named to TIME World’s Most Impactful Companies 2026 List Watts Water Technologies has been named to TIME’s inaugural World’s Most Impactful Companies 2026 list for its commitment to sustainability, water conservation, and global impact.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23444 Thu, 14 May 2026 11:23:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23444-watts-named-to-time-worlds-most-impactful-companies-2026-list Watts Named to TIME World’s Most Impactful Companies 2026 List.jpg Synergy Solution Group Hosts 2026 Field Supervisors Forum in Philadelphia The event brought together leaders from commercial HVAC and mechanical contracting companies to focus on leadership development, communication, and real-world challenges in the field.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23443 Wed, 13 May 2026 16:56:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23443-synergy-solution-group-hosts-2026-field-supervisors-forum-in-philadelphia Synergy Solution Group Hosts 2026 Field Supervisors Forum in Philadelphia.jpg HARDI Foundation Releases Second Edition of HVACR Market Study Book The updated edition of “Myths & Misperceptions” explores how HVACR customers choose suppliers and how distributors can adapt to evolving market conditions.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23439 Wed, 13 May 2026 14:45:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23439-hardi-foundation-releases-second-edition-of-hvacr-market-study-book HARDI Foundation Releases Second Edition of HVACR Market Study Book .jpg Shaping the Future of Flow: GF Flow Symposium Connects Leaders Across the Built Environment The Inaugural GF Flow Symposium on May 3-6, 2026, welcomed 700 attendees at the historic Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23438 Wed, 13 May 2026 14:08:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23438-shaping-the-future-of-flow-gf-flow-symposium-connects-leaders-across-the-built-environment Shaping the Future of Flow-GF Flow Symposium Connects Leaders Across the Built Environment.jpg Registration Open for AIM/R 54th Annual Conference The annual conference will feature educational sessions, networking opportunities, roundtables, and discussions on AI, succession planning, and industry trends.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23437 Wed, 13 May 2026 12:02:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23437-registration-open-for-aim-r-54th-annual-conference Registration Open for AIM-R 54th Annual Conference.jpg PHCC and Bernzomatic Align to Deliver More Value to Contractors and Strengthen Future Workforce

PHCC and Bernzomatic are partnering to support plumbing and HVAC professionals through workforce development efforts, including 50 new scholarships for students entering the skilled trades.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23436 Wed, 13 May 2026 11:08:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23436-phcc-and-bernzomatic-align-to-deliver-more-value-to-contractors-and-strengthen-future-workforce PHCC and Bernzomatic Align to Deliver More Value to Contractors and Strengthen Future Workforce.jpg Spanish Steel Pipe Maker Tubos Reunidos Enters Insolvency After 134 Years – Euronews The company is facing a mounting debt of €263 million. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23435 Wed, 13 May 2026 10:47:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23435-spanish-steel-pipe-maker-tubos-reunidos-enters-insolvency-after-134-years-euronews Spanish Steel Pipe Maker Tubos Reunidos Enters Insolvency After 134 Years – Euronews.jpg HARDI Survey Finds New York Homeowners Concerned About HVAC Regulations The survey found most New York homeowners believe the state should slow or adjust HVAC regulations if they increase costs for consumers.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23434 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:33:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23434-hardi-survey-finds-new-york-homeowners-concerned-about-hvac-regulations HARDI Survey Finds New York Homeowners Concerned About HVAC Regulations.webp Fluid Plumbing, Electrical & Air Conditioning Launches New Brand The updated brand brings together plumbing, electrical and air conditioning services under one clear identity. 


]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433 Tue, 12 May 2026 15:09:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23433-fluid-plumbing-electrical-and-air-conditioning-launches-new-brand Fluid Plumbing, Electrical & Air Conditioning Launches New Brand .jpg PPI Announces Annual Industry Award Winners The awards will be presented at the association’s annual meeting being held May 18 – May 21 in Florida.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23432 Tue, 12 May 2026 14:30:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23432-ppi-announces-annual-industry-award-winners PPI Announces Annual Industry Award Winners.jpg VPC Tanks Opens North Carolina Manufacturing Facility The new 70,000-square-foot Rocky Mount facility expands VPC Tanks’ East Coast production and distribution capabilities for underground and vertical storage tanks.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23431 Tue, 12 May 2026 10:10:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23431-vpc-tanks-opens-north-carolina-manufacturing-facility VPC Tanks Opens North Carolina Manufacturing Facility.jpg VPC Tanks Opens North Carolina Manufacturing Facility.jpg VPC Tanks Opens North Carolina Manufacturing Facility 1.jpg AIM/R Reimagines On Tap Educational Series The updated format delivers short, on-demand video content focused on best practices, association updates, and industry insights for rep agents.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23430 Mon, 11 May 2026 15:13:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23430-aim-r-reimagines-on-tap-educational-series AIM-R Reimagines On Tap Educational Series 1.jpg Rheem Supports Affordable Homeownership for 24 Atlanta Families Rheem provides home heating, cooling and water heating systems along with company volunteers for the 2026 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23428 Mon, 11 May 2026 11:37:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23428-rheem-supports-affordable-homeownership-for-24-atlanta-families Rheem Supports Affordable Homeownership for 24 Atlanta Families.jpg Winsupply Opens New HVAC Local Company in Growing Market The Winsupply Family of Companies has welcomed a new Local Company with the opening of Winsupply of North Wilmington.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23427 Mon, 11 May 2026 11:08:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23427-winsupply-opens-new-hvac-local-company-in-growing-market Winsupply Opens New HVAC Local Company in Growing Market.jpg Oatey Co. Names Michael McLeod Recipient of 2026 Bob Bender Legacy Award The annual award recognizes manufacturer representatives who demonstrate integrity, customer commitment and industry leadership in honor of longtime Oatey sales leader Bob Bender.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23424 Fri, 08 May 2026 15:58:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23424-oatey-co-names-michael-mcleod-recipient-of-2026-bob-bender-legacy-award Oatey Co. Names Michael McLeod Recipient of 2026 Bob Bender Legacy Award.jpg Rebellion Research: 25 Best Trade Schools in America in 2026 for High Paying Careers Without a Four Year Degree Trade schools are becoming one of the fastest-growing alternatives to traditional college in the United States.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23423 Fri, 08 May 2026 15:25:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23423-rebellion-research-25-best-trade-schools-in-america-in-2026-for-high-paying-careers-without-a-four-year-degree Rebellion Research 25 Best Trade Schools in America in 2026 for High Paying Careers Without a Four Year Degree.webp LIXIL Appoints Chief Impact Officer to Accelerate Integration of Business and Societal Value Erin McCusker, appointed as the company’s first chief impact officer as of April 1, 2026, will drive these new targets and usher in the next phase of LIXIL’s evolving Impact Strategy.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23422 Fri, 08 May 2026 12:31:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23422-lixil-appoints-chief-impact-officer-to-accelerate-the-integration-of-business-and-societal-value LIXIL Appoints Chief Impact Officer to Accelerate Integration of Business and Societal Value.jpg Field Leaders Learn How Servant Leadership Makes Their Crews Unstoppable at PHCC Foremen Workshop Twenty-four field leaders from across the country gathered for the intensive two-day program, which challenged them to rethink the very nature of their role on the job.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23421 Fri, 08 May 2026 12:19:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23421-field-leaders-learn-how-servant-leadership-makes-their-crews-unstoppable-at-phcc-foremen-workshop Field Leaders Learn How Servant Leadership Makes Their Crews Unstoppable at PHCC Foremen Workshop.jpg Bannister Plumbing & Air Expands to Meet Growing East Texas Demand for Trusted Home Services The highly-rated local provider strengthens plumbing and HVAC offerings in Tyler and Jacksonville, delivering full-service home solutions ahead of 20-year milestone.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23420 Fri, 08 May 2026 11:57:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23420-bannister-plumbing-and-air-expands-to-meet-growing-east-texas-demand-for-trusted-home-services Bannister Plumbing & Air Expands to Meet Growing East Texas Demand for Trusted Home Services.jpg United Association Local 525 JATC Earns National HVACR Program Accreditation Serving Southern Nevada since 1938, United Association Local 525 has played a vital role in developing highly trained professionals in the trades.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23419 Fri, 08 May 2026 11:41:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23419-united-association-local-525-jatc-earns-national-hvacr-program-accreditation United Association Local 525 JATC Earns National HVACR Program Accreditation.jpg Stories From the Mechanical Room: The 7 Powers Every Contractor Needs to Grow with Al Levi In this episode, Al Levi shares how he transformed a chaotic family business into a scalable operation using systems, structure, and smarter hiring.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23418 Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23418-stories-from-the-mechanical-room-the-7-powers-every-contractor-needs-to-grow-with-al-levi Al Levi.jpg New York Appellate Court Halts Refrigerant Ban Amid Public Concern Over Food Supply Impacts A new statewide survey commissioned by HARDI found concerns the regulations could increase grocery prices, disrupt refrigeration repairs and strain food supply operations statewide.



]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23417 Thu, 07 May 2026 16:02:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23417-new-york-appellate-court-halts-refrigerant-ban-amid-public-concern-over-food-supply-impacts New York Appellate Court Halts Refrigerant Ban Amid Public Concern Over Food Supply Impacts.webp APR Supply Co. Launches New Brand Identity APR Supply Co. has launched a refreshed brand identity, including an updated logo and a new tagline: In Your Corner. Always.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23416 Thu, 07 May 2026 14:28:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23416-apr-supply-co-launches-new-brand-identity-introduces-in-your-corner-always-tagline APR Supply Co. Launches New Brand Identity.jpg