Crane Company Announces Agreement to Acquire U.S. Water Pump Business from First Reserve-Backed Trillium Flow Technologies

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:20:00 -0400

The acquired business expects full year revenue of approximately $115 million.

Zurn Elkay to Showcase Digital Tools, Water Heating and Water Management Portfolio at ASPE 2026

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:47:00 -0400

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions will showcase its latest whole-building water solutions at the ASPE 2026 Convention & Expo at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.

Climate Control Group Promotes Tim Hammond to Executive Vice President of Engineering and Product Development

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:07:00 -0400

In this expanded role, Hammond will lead engineering, product development and product management across CCG.

Lochinvar Receives Vision Award for Regent Commercial Tankless Water Heater

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:36:00 -0400

This accolade recognizes Lochinvar’s commitment to delivering ultra-high-efficiency, dependable commercial water-heating technology.

A. O. Smith Receives Vision Award for Cyclone Flex High-Efficiency Commercial Gas Water Heater

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:59:00 -0400

This accolade recognizes the company’s ongoing commitment to advancing energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial water heating.

Trimble Unveils ST30 Smart Target for Optical Surveying

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:31:00 -0400

The new surveying system represents leap forward in field technology to maximize daily output and solve common challenges with confidence.

RLS Joins PHCC–National Association to Support HVAC/R Contractors

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:18:00 -0400

Rapid Locking System has elevated its partnership with PHCC, expanding its support for contractor education, technical training and workforce development nationwide.

AFSA Names Leslie Clounts Vice President of Meetings and Events

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:02:00 -0400

Clounts will transition from vice president of education services to this new role effective Sept. 15, 2026.

Rheem Puts Company Values Into Action on 25th Anniversary of 9/11

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:53:00 -0400

Rheem CEO and employees join effort to pack 17 million meals.

IMTS 2026 Opens in Chicago

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:57:00 -0400

With total attendance on pace to exceed 90,000, the manufacturing community at IMTS 2026 represents all 50 states and 113 countries.

Watsco to Acquire The Granite Group

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:35:00 -0400

Watsco is expanding its presence in the plumbing market with the acquisition of The Granite Group, a family-led distributor with approximately $500 million in sales across seven Northeast states.

ISEA Releases Updated Head Protection Standard

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:17:00 -0400

ANSI/ISEA Z89.1-2026 adds optional testing criteria for additional head protection performance features.

PPXXIII Conference Builds Momentum Ahead of Houston 2027

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:59:00 -0400

Preparations are well underway for the 23rd Plastic Pipes Conference and Exhibition.

IAPMO Advances UPC Formal Interpretation (FI 006)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:13:07 -0400

The deadline to submit an appeal is Oct. 9, 2026.

AquaMotion Receives 18th U.S. Patent for Circulator Control

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:18:00 -0400

The new control allows users to fine-tune ON/OFF cycle times for hot water recirculation systems, helping improve comfort, efficiency and energy savings.

IAPMO Dain Hansen Appointed to U.S. Government Industry Trade Advisory Committee

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:08:00 -0400

IAPMO’s Dain Hansen has been appointed to the U.S. Government’s Industry Trade Advisory Committee, bringing the plumbing and mechanical industry’s perspective to federal trade policy.

Financial Insight Unites HVACR Industry Pros at Unified Group Financial Forum

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:57:00 -0400

Unified Group members gathered for the 2026 Financial Forum to share strategies, best practices and insights on the financial challenges facing HVAC businesses.

ACCA Launches GFCI Resource Center as Outdoor HVAC Exemption Expires

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:50:00 -0400

ACCA has launched a GFCI Resource Center to help HVAC contractors navigate the Sept. 1 expiration of the NEC exemption for outdoor HVAC equipment.

Chicago Faucets Joins BACnet International

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:32:00 -0400

The announcement coincides with the introduction of CF Connect PLUS, a solution that integrates electronic faucets with building automation systems through native BACnet/IP connectivity.

Ariston Group Appoints Farrah Larson as Key Accounts Manager – Builder for the Southwest Region

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:59:28 -0400

Larson brings more than 15 years of building-industry experience to her new role supporting Ariston Group’s Southwest Region.

17th Annual Sonnhalter Tool Drive Raises More than $25,000 Worth of Donations for Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:11:00 -0400

Since launching the Tool Drive in 2010, Sonnhalter has helped collect $628,000 in donations to benefit Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity.

IAPMO R&T Expands Testing Options for Manufacturers Through Recognized Mexico Laboratorym

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:08:46 -0400

This expansion provides manufacturers with greater access to testing services for products intended for the U.S. and North American markets.

Rheem Supports Atlanta Veteran Community at VETLANTA Event

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:58:00 -0400

The event connected hundreds of veterans, transitioning service members and military spouses with employers and business leaders.

Andrew Baines Named Senior Vice President of Sales and Commercial Operations for SJE Engineered Control Solutions Division

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:42:00 -0400

In his new role, Andrew will shape and execute the division’s commercial strategy.

Mbroh Welcomes Jeannie Cisneros as Executive Vice President, Opens San Antonio Office During 20th Year Anniversary

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:19:00 -0400

Mbroh Engineering welcomes Jeannie Cisneros as executive vice president with the opening of its fourth office location in San Antonio, Texas.

ASHRAE, UNEP Renew Environmental Partnership

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:03:00 -0400

UNEP OzonAction and ASHRAE have cooperated strategically since 2007 to advance sustainable, lower-GWP technologies and best practices in the Refrigeration Servicing Sector (RSS).

PHCPPros Off the Cuff: Navigating Consolidation with Bosch Home Comfort's Chris Forth

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:35:08 -0400

In our latest podcast episode, Forth, VP of Regulatory, Codes & Environmental Affairs at Bosch Home Comfort, explores how manufacturers are adapting to serve both large consolidated organizations and traditional independent contractors, from strengthening relationships and expanding training to investing in digital tools and new approaches to customer support.

Chicago Bears Announce Partnership with Grainger

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:12:00 -0400

Through the partnership, Grainger possesses prominent placement across all Chicago Bears multimedia platforms.

Franklin Electric Shares Global Water Perspectives Through Burtynsky Photography Exhibit

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:04:00 -0400

The loan coincides with the company’s sponsorship of the public exhibit, which runs from Aug. 24 through Sept. 17 in the school’s Rolland Center Weatherhead Gallery.

Wright Promotes Gregg Futey to Vice President of Business Development

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:51:00 -0400

Futey brings more than 14 years of manufacturing and business leadership experience to his role.

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