https://www.phcppros.com/rss en-us ICC Community Development is recognized once again for achieving record sales and providing exceptional support in 2025.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23239 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 11:57:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23239-icc-community-development-honored-with-digital-transformation-award-for-second-consecutive-year ICC Community Development Honored With Digital Transformation Award for Second Consecutive Year.jpg Wells will continue to drive cross-functional collaboration across Oatey to align technology with company business priorities, boost operational excellence, support associates, and deliver value to the customer.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23236 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:37:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23236-oatey-co-promotes-liz-wells-to-senior-vice-president-chief-information-officer Oatey Co. Promotes Liz Wells to Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer.jpg Having joined Oatey in early 2025, Wright will continue to advance the company’s data and analytics capabilities, with an emphasis on emerging technologies, including AI, and their impact on operations and decision-making.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23235 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:19:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23235-oatey-co-promotes-john-wright-to-vice-president-analytics Oatey Co. Promotes John Wright to Vice President, Analytics .jpg Communities nationwide joined IAPMO to mark March4Water and World Plumbing Day, highlighting the critical role of plumbing in public health and water resilience.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23234 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:53:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23234-communities-across-us-mark-march4water-and-world-plumbing-day-with-proclamations-advocacy-events-and-public-outreach Communities Across U.S. Mark March4Water and World Plumbing Day With Proclamations, Advocacy Events and Public Outreach.webp Abstract submissions are now being accepted for the 2027 ASHRAE Winter Conference to be held in Chicago, Jan. 23 – 27, 2027.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23233 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:05:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23233-ashrae-announces-call-for-abstracts-for-2027-winter-conference-in-chicago ASHRAE Announces Call for Abstracts for 2027 Winter Conference in Chicago.webp ACCA has teamed up with Baton to give contractors expert guidance and support for one of the biggest decisions they’ll ever make: transitioning ownership of their business.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23232 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:45:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23232-acca-and-baton-collaborate-to-help-contractors-plan-successful-business-transitions ACCA and Baton Collaborate To Help Contractors Plan Successful Business Transitions.webp The annual sales growth for the 12 months through February 2026 is an increase of 2.4%.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23229 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:32:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23229-hardi-distributors-report-46-revenue-increase-in-february HARDI Distributors Report 4.6% Revenue Increase in February.webp Balcoon, a bold new collection by Patricia Urquiola, offers accessible luxury, nature-inspired finishes, and a fresh architectural approach to modern bathrooms.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23228 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:22:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23228-duravit-introduces-balcoon-bathroom-series Duravit Introduces Balcoon Bathroom Series.jpg This marks a 10% increase to an annual rate of $13.20 per share.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23227 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:49:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23227-watsco-declares-330-quarterly-dividend Watsco Declares $3.30 Quarterly Dividend.webp In this expanded role, McGuire will continue to lead the company’s legal function while also assuming oversight of people and culture, further aligning Rinnai’s people strategy with its long-term business objectives.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23226 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:07:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23226-rinnai-promotes-perry-mcguire-to-senior-vice-president-legal-government-affairs-and-people Rinnai America Corporation Promotes Perry McGuire to Senior Vice President, Legal, Government Affairs and People.jpg As the October 2026 Department of Energy deadline approaches, contractors must master the transition to condensing water heaters, including critical new requirements for venting, electrical upgrades, and condensate management.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23194 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23194-commercial-water-heating-market-braces-for-changes iStock-1295975153.jpg Discover the "Five Cs" that separate managers from leaders in the skilled trades and learn how shifting your focus from technical skill to intentional leadership can stop the hidden costs of employee turnover.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23188 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23188-its-not-what-you-know-its-what-you-notice iStock-1511226415.jpg Learn why success in the PHC contracting business requires more than just technical skill, but the courage to set profitable prices that reflect the true value of your excellence.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23186 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23186-success-is-in-the-dough PHCN0426_kneading pizza dough.jpg Debunk the long-standing industry myth that water softeners cause pipe damage by exploring the science-backed reality of how cation exchange actually impacts plumbing longevity and corrosion.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23177 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23177-softeners-and-corrosion-what-phc-professionals-need-to-know TW0426_rusty water pipe.jpg As the PVF sector navigates a massive shift in trade policy following the SCOTUS ruling on Trump-era tariffs, staying ahead of fluctuating energy prices and supply chain disruptions will be the key to maintaining project schedules in 2026.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23175 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23175-scotus-strikes-down-trump-tariffs TW0426_U.S. Supreme Court building, D.C..jpg Discover how trades professionals can combat the unique pressures of isolation and burnout by building intentional support networks that act as "preventive maintenance" for their mental well-being.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23159 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23159-stress-isolation-and-the-trades-why-support-networks-matter 1.jpg The live demonstration addressed industry transition to mildly flammable refrigerants and growing need for mechanical fitting solutions.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23224 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:21:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23224-quickfitting-webcast-demonstrates-flameless-connection-solutions-for-a2l-refrigerants QuickFitting Webcast Demonstrates Flameless Connection Solutions for A2L Refrigerants .jpg F.W. Webb's new mobile app gives contractors, facility managers, and technicians the ability to order equipment, tools, fittings, and accessories right from their phones, keeping their projects on schedule.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23223 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 16:10:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23223-fw-webb-launches-mobile-app-to-help-trade-professionals-work-smarter-and-order-faster F.W. Webb Launches Mobile App to Help Trade Professionals Work Smarter and Order Faster.jpg Intellihot is inviting engineers to engage directly through its long-standing Lunch & Learn program.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23222 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:39:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23222-intellihot-opens-2026-bookings-for-interactive-lunch-and-learn-sessions-with-engineers Intellihot Opens 2026 Bookings for Interactive Lunch & Learn Sessions With Engineers.jpg Industry leaders gather in Nashville May 3–6 for the inaugural GF Flow Symposium, blending hands-on demos with insight on the future of building systems.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23221 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 15:10:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23221-industry-leaders-to-unite-at-gf-flow-symposium Industry Leaders to Unite at GF Flow Symposium.jpg Twenty-five students were recognized with JRGF scholarships totaling $110,000 at MCAA26.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23220 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:15:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23220-scholarships-awarded-at-mcaa26-indiana-state-university-crowned-champions-of-mcaa-student-chapter-competition Scholarships Awarded at MCAA26, Indiana State University Crowned Champions of MCAA Student Chapter Competition.jpg Wolseley Canada is excited to announce $15,000 in bursaries for post-secondary schools in Atlantic Canada to help offset the financial cost associated with obtaining a skilled trades education. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23219 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 13:21:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23219-wolseley-canada-invests-in-skilled-trades-atlantic-canada-student-bursaries Wolseley Canada Invests in Skilled Trades Atlantic Canada Student Bursaries.webp This program honors member companies that have demonstrated strong safety practices and innovative approaches to achieving high safety and health standards.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23218 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:43:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23218-contractors-earn-top-mcaa-cna-safety-awards Contractors Earn Top MCAA-CNA Safety Awards.jpg In this role, Felsch will focus on expanding REHAU’s national builder footprint and driving growth in key markets across the region.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23217 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:24:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23217-rehau-names-erick-felsch-director-strategic-builder-accounts-water-technologies-division REHAU Names Erick Felsch Director, Strategic Builder Accounts, Water Technologies Division.jpg In this role, Elez will lead the company’s next phase of growth and innovation.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23216 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:59:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23216-armstrong-fluid-technology-appoints-danilo-elez-ceo Armstrong Fluid Technology Appoints Danilo Elez CEO.jpg AD has announced that its owner/members elected one new director to its LLC Board of Directors and re-elected two directors following its annual board nomination and voting process

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23215 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:38:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23215-ad-names-2026-llc-board-of-directors-following-owner-member-vote AD Names 2026 LLC Board of Directors Following Owner-Member Vote.jpg New code-to-spec workflow connects building regulations directly to project specifications, helping teams surface risks earlier and reduce costly rework.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23214 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:15:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23214-upcodes-launches-ai-native-specifications-solution-to-address-growing-compliance-complexity-in-us-construction UpCodes Launches AI-Native Specifications Solution to Address Growing Compliance Complexity in U.S. Construction.jpg Founded by Lance Bachmann and powered by LB Capital, Build It to Sell It helps home service owners create businesses they can scale.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23213 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:01:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23213-acca-partners-with-build-it-to-sell-it-to-give-contractors-business-building-roadmaps ACCA Partners With Build It to Sell It to Give Contractors Business-Building Roadmaps.webp Bender Plumbing Supply is a fourth-generation, family-owned business with a long-standing reputation for quality products, deep customer relationships and exceptional service across the Connecticut market. 

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23211 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:32:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23211-hills-distribution-expands-platform-with-addition-of-bender-plumbing-supply Hills Distribution Partners With Bender Plumbing Supply.jpg The event offered attendees a combination of productive meeting sessions and ample time to connect with fellow members.

]]> http://www.phcppros.com/articles/23210 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:23:00 -0400 https://www.phcppros.com/articles/23210-hvacr-pros-assemble-for-unified-group-annual-meeting-and-owners-forum HVACR Pros Assemble for Unified Group Annual Meeting and Owners Forum.jpg