Corporate News

Oatey Co., a pioneering manufacturer in the plumbing industry, proudly celebrates its 10th year of partnership with VeloSano, Cleveland Clinic’s global fundraising movement to end cancer. Since 2014, VeloSano has raised $95 million with 100% of every dollar raised going to support life-saving cancer research. In its milestone 10th year, Oatey raised a record $353,600 — its most impactful fundraising achievement yet — bringing total contributions to more than $1.7 million....

Wauseon Machine, a trusted partner in robotic automation, tube forming technologies and precision machining & fabrication since 1983, announced a strategic reorganization that positions the company for its next phase of growth. The business will now operate as two dedicated companies: Integrion Automation and Steelcrest Precision. This evolution reflects a clear strategic focus—enabling each company to strengthen its expertise, accelerate investment, and deliver deeper partnership to...

Harts Plumbers, Electricians & HVAC Technicians, a top-rated home services provider serving the greater Seattle and Tacoma areas, continued its commitment to giving back in 2025 by donating more than $18,000 through multiple local projects and partnerships. This year, Harts donated $5,000 to the Wounded Warrior Project and $13,250 to Seattle Children’s Hospital, furthering the company’s mission to make a positive impact in the communities it serves. “Giving back is a huge...

Chrissie Walsh, Regional Head of Environmental Sustainability at GF Building Flow Solutions Americas, has been named to the Minnesota Chamber Environmental Sustainability Foundation (MCESF) Board of Directors. Walsh’s primary function will be providing governance to and community representation for the MCESF. Walsh was appointed on Sept. 9, 2025, and will serve a three-year term. Chrissie's leadership “Chrissie brings an exceptional mix of technical expertise, passion, and communi...

Housecall Pro, a major software platform for home service professionals, announces its upcoming Winter Virtual Summit 2025: The Real Dirt on Building a Year-Round Business, a free virtual event taking place on Dec. 4, 2025. Designed for trade professionals and home service business owners, including plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians and landscapers, the summit will deliver field-tested strategies to drive consistent growth and to increase profitability, even amidst seasonal slowdowns or...

In the world of HVAC, maintenance is no longer just about fixing what’s broken — it's about predicting what will break before it does. As buildings become smarter and more reliant on digital systems, maintenance strategies are evolving too. The industry is seeing a major shift from traditional reactive maintenance toward predictive and condition-based maintenance models that leverage data and analytics to increase reliability and reduce costs. Let’s explore how these strategi...

Interplay Learning, the pioneer in immersive learning for the skilled trades, announced the expansion of its Apprenticeship Services and the launch of Engagement Services. These strategic services are designed to help organizations tackle two of the industry's biggest challenges: developing qualified workers and keeping learners engaged in ongoing training and professional development. With the skilled trades facing a persistent talent shortage, many companies struggle to build structured train...

Rocket Group, a pioneering home services network and consulting company, announces the acquisition of Veterans AC PHX, a veteran-owned HVAC company based in Phoenix, Arizona. This is the third Arizona acquisition following successful entries into Camp Verde and Tucson, creating service coverage across Arizona's most populated areas. The acquisition aligns with Rocket Group's mission to empower home service businesses through proven strategies, cutting-edge technology, and real-world experience....

In advance of Veterans Day on Nov. 11, GF is proud to announce its support of Veteran Village, a first-of-its-kind housing community for Minnesota veterans. In partnership with the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV), Housing First Minnesota Foundation and Lennar®, Veteran Village stands behind the mission to end veteran homelessness across Minnesota. Uponor ServicePEX™ pipe for water service lines More than 200 partners, trade professionals, and in-kind donors offered...

On November 4, Danfoss was honored to host a delegation of 20 ambassadors from the European Union (EU) member states at its Turbocor facility in Tallahassee, Fla., underscoring the company’s role as a pioneer in sustainable cooling innovation and a committed investor in the local community. The visit was led by Jesper Moller Sorensen, Ambassador of Denmark to the U.S. Denmark currently holds the presidency of the EU27. The visit offered the ambassadors an inside look at how Danfoss is sup...

QuickFitting®, a major innovator in flame-free plumbing and HVAC technologies, announced that its patented SurePress® technology has been selected for the Mainline press fitting offering from Hajoca Corporation, one of the nation’s largest privately held wholesale distributors of plumbing, heating, and industrial supplies. SurePress press fittings are engineered to make installation faster, safer, and more reliable. They eliminate the need for flames or soldering and provide visua...

Diversified Heat Transfer, Inc. (DHT), a premier engineering and manufacturing company of heat transfer equipment and electric boiler technology (through its Sussman Electric Boilers brand) announced a strategic partnership with Hoffman Hydronics. The company has been named as the exclusive manufacturer's representative for DHT in the state of Georgia. Hoffman Hydronics specializes in providing comprehensive hydronic HVAC and engineered plumbing equipment solutions for the commercial, instituti...

Showcasing their continued commitment to driving disruptive innovation for the professional trades, MILWAUKEE unveils their new M18 FUEL Roll Groover, the world’s first cordless powered roll groover. Uniquely designed for grooving pipes in new construction and service, the M18 FUEL Roll Groover delivers the easiest and most productive way to groove 1 ¼” to 4” pipes.  Maximizing productivity of on-site grooving, this roll groover delivers the fastest setup to finish...

Commercial buildings depend on air handling units to deliver consistent airflow, regulate indoor conditions, and keep energy consumption manageable. For decades, a single, large centrifugal fan, or blower, was the standard choice. While effective in their time, these systems carry a significant drawback: a single point of failure. If that singular fan fails, the entire system can go offline, creating costly disruptions and forcing invasive repairs. Replacements often require structural modific...

mSupply, a pioneering North American distributor of appliance, HVAC, and plumbing products, is pleased to share that Mountala Ogbe has been named Vice President, Corporate Controller. A 15-year accounting veteran, Ogbe joined mSupply in 2024 as controller for both the appliance and plumbing verticals. In his new position, he will have oversight into all corporate financial reporting and compliance. New ways to support mSupply's growth “It's exciting to have team members step into larger...

As heating season begins, installers are being advised to check they are commissioning new heating circulation pumps correctly to avoid undermining energy efficiency. The warning comes from Wilo, the efficiency-first pump manufacturer. With colder months approaching, installers once again will face more callouts to replace broken heating circulation pumps for homeowners and landlords. However, even if modern alternatives are being fitted, installers are still being urged to check they are...

Presently, efficiency is the new growth strategy. Many businesses increasingly prioritize efficiency over expansion in today's evolving economic landscape. Right-sizing isn't about arbitrary reductions; it's about ensuring each vehicle serves a strategic purpose, aligning fleet size with demand, operational requirements, and cost-effectiveness. The U.S. truck leasing and rental market was valued at approximately $3.41 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach $4.97 billion by 2029, growing at...

Rocket Group, a pioneering home services network and consulting company, announces the acquisition of Blues Heating and Air (Blues Air), an established HVAC service provider based in Rochester, Washington. This partnership strengthens Rocket Group's presence in the Pacific Northwest and aligns with its national growth strategy. The integration of Blues Heating and Air's operations and customer base will enhance service capabilities and expand market reach throughout Olympia, Tacoma, and s...

Women in HVACR (WHVACR), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, recently hosted its Bet on Yourself conference in Las Vegas, where it introduced its new president, honored award recipients and presented the organization’s new annual magazine. Current Women in HVACR Executive Board Vice President, Jane Sidebottom was named as the group’s new President for the upcoming year. She is the Preside...

Watts has announced its Q4 training focus on “Labor Saving Drains,” with courses designed to equip contractors with the technical expertise and product knowledge needed to deliver smarter, more efficient jobsite performance. Specific training, through December 2025, will spotlight drainage innovations such as BLÜCHER® Push-Fit stainless-steel systems, trench and roof drain solutions, and other technologies designed to streamline installation and maintenance. Trai...

Rocket Group, a pioneering home services network and consulting company, is pleased to announce a significant investment in Oklahoma-based ProThermal Heating & Cooling, a well-established HVAC service provider based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This strategic partnership in Oklahoma strengthens Rocket Group's presence in Northeast Oklahoma and aligns with its national growth strategy. The integration of ProThermal's expertise and customer base will enhance service offerings and expand market reach....

WorkHero, the AI-powered back office for small HVAC contractors, announced a $5 million seed round led by Navitas Capital, with participation from Workshop Ventures, York IE, and several strategic angels, including a former ServiceTitan executive. Small HVAC business owners are drowning in paperwork. Data from a recent survey that WorkHero conducted with HVAC School shows that small HVAC business owners spend over 20 hours per week on administrative tasks. Legacy...

A-Gas, a globally renowned company in responsible lifecycle refrigerant management, offered its Rapid Recovery® services in the cleanup of Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene.  With a Rapid Recovery location in Charlotte, North Carolina, A-Gas is poised to provide the region with on-site refrigerant recoveries as needed. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the Rapid Recovery Team collected refrigerant from big-box stores that experienced damage from the storm, minimizin...

Manufacturing has long been considered a male-dominated industry. At Ziehl-Abegg, that perception is changing. Five women at the company’s North American headquarters are not only thriving in their careers, but also reshaping what leadership, expertise, and growth look like in modern manufacturing. “We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where women thrive in manufacturing roles,” said Carmen Deese, Vice President of Human Resources, adding “These wom...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s major solution developers and manufacturers of various high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, announced that Marc Kermisch, chief digital and information officer at CNH Industrial, has joined its board of directors. Kermisch brings over 25 years of leadership expertise and experience with a variety of leading U.S. companies. He has led corporate IT functions, driven technology strategy and architecture, and enabled e-commerce pla...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s major solution developers and manufacturers of various high-quality tools for the HVAC trade, announced the winners of its New Product Ideas Contest, which aimed to solicit ideas for new products from trade pros in the field. First place in the New Product Ideas Contest was awarded to Aurelio “Cheekz” Godina from Nebraska, who submitted an idea for a new duct notcher. “Malco’s tools have been a part of every stage of my career...

As temperatures cool and heating season kicks into high gear, Weil-McLain® is turning up the rewards for its contractor community. The company’s new “Score Big with Home Field Advantage” promotion – available exclusively to members of the Weil-McLain Advantage® loyalty program – celebrates contractor partnerships and rewards those committed to installing high-efficiency boilers, including the chance to earn a free Simplicity™ combi boiler fo...

Mits Airconditioning Inc., one of North America’s major HVAC distributors, and, Exinda Eco-Energy Solutions, a global pioneer in heat pump manufacturing, are pleased to announce Mits Air’s Master Distribution rights for Exinda products in North America. Headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, Mits Air has spent more than 38 years delivering innovative, reliable HVAC solutions for some of the most complex and demanding projects, including commercial buildings, hospitals, nursing homes...

mSupply, a major North American distributor of appliance, HVAC and plumbing parts and equipment, announced that Daryn Cherry has joined the team as Vice President of Marketing. In this role, Cherry will be responsible for implementing multi-channel marketing initiatives that continue to boost the customer experience through quality service, accessible inventory and reliable delivery. “Daryn brings a wealth of expertise in ecommerce and digital marketing that will be a tremendous asset to...

QuickFitting, a major innovator in flame-free plumbing and HVAC technologies, announced that its flagship product line, SurePress press fittings, is now available nationwide through W.W. Grainger, Inc., one of North America’s largest industrial and MRO distributors. With approximately 250 branches and distribution centers serving 4.5 million customers across commercial, industrial, healthcare and manufacturing sectors, Grainger provides QuickFitting with immediate access to the profession...