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      <title>QuickFitting Signs Agreement to Be Acquired by Everflow</title>
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      <title>Everflow Signs Agreement to Acquire Quickfitting</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The acquisition strengthens Everflow's product offering with differentiated
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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 partnerships, and commitment to supporting contractors.</p>]]>
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      <description>Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright!</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright! </p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:02:21 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>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.</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:57:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>APR Supply Co. is proud to continue supporting events that strengthen the communities they serve through employee involvement and local partnerships.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>APR Supply Co. is proud to continue supporting events that strengthen the communities
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      <title>Legend Valve Announces Executive Leadership Promotions</title>
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      <description>As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, it also serves as a reminder that the strength of our country has always been shaped by the individuals willing to serve and protect it.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>The Generational War</title>
      <description>Battles seem to be emerging everywhere: over religion, geography, politics, sports, beliefs, families, and so much more.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Battles seem to be emerging everywhere: over religion, geography, politics, sports, beliefs, families, and so much more.<br>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Volatility, Growth and Opportunity Define the Midyear PVF Market</title>
      <description>July marks the beginning of the third quarter and the midpoint of 2026, with global markets continuing to navigate geopolitical uncertainty stemming from the unresolved conflict between Iran, the United States and their regional allies.</description>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>MoPipe Announces Strategic Partnerships With Distributor Sales Inc. and Perotti Sales</title>
      <description>Missouri Pipe Fittings has expanded its U.S. sales network through new partnerships with Distributor Sales Inc. and Perrotti Sales, strengthening customer support across key regional markets.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Missouri Pipe Fittings has expanded its U.S. sales network through new partnerships with Distributor Sales Inc. and Perrotti Sales, strengthening customer support across key regional markets.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Bonomi Acquires US-Based Perin Machining Company</title>
      <description>Bonomi's acquisition marks a decisive step towards manufacturing in the United States whilst avoiding tariffs.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bonomi's acquisition marks a decisive step towards manufacturing in the United States whilst avoiding tariffs.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:08:36 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Plastics  Pipe Institute Urges President Trump to Sign 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act</title>
      <description>Bipartisan housing legislation will help expand housing supply and support safe, sustainable infrastructure.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Bipartisan housing legislation will help expand housing supply and support safe, sustainable infrastructure.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:33:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>Cooney Brothers Announces Appointment of Joe Hernandez as Vice President of Sales</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>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.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:45:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Xylem, Water Well Trust, HometownH20 and local partners join forces to replace a 75 year old well system to end years of water shortages for the Brown family.</p>]]>
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 addition reflects the company’s continued commitment to serving the waterworks,
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:03:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <description>Viega is stepping beyond the jobsite to support a different kind of infrastructure: dignity, health, and access for women and girls.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Viega is stepping beyond the jobsite to support a different kind of infrastructure: dignity, health, and access for women and girls.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 14:25:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>MAB Honors Fort Wayne Utility Engineer Matthew Wirtz for Leadership</title>
      <description>The Municipal Advisory Board recognized Matthew Wirtz, P.E., for advancing HDPE pipe best practices and supporting water infrastructure improvements across North America.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Municipal Advisory Board recognized Matthew Wirtz, P.E., for advancing HDPE pipe best practices and supporting water infrastructure improvements across North America.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:25:12 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>APR Supply Co. Enters Due Diligence to Acquire Mutual Wholesalers' Wheeling Operation</title>
      <description>The move would give APR its first location in West Virginia.</description>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The move would give APR its first location in West Virginia.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:13:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>UA/MCAA Included in Google.org $50 Million Skilled Trades Workforce Investment</title>
      <description>MCAA is pleased to be part of a major national workforce development effort announced by Google.org to help prepare more than 300,000 American workers for high-demand skilled trades careers across more than 20 states.</description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:14:00 -0400</pubDate>
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