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American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam), a pioneering provider of steam systems maintenance services, highlights its innovative HVAC insulation services, designed to provide significant energy savings and enhanced operational efficiency for healthcare facilities, colleges, universities, pharmaceutical companies, biopharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and government facilities. The Heat Loss Study offered by APM Steam includes a detailed site walk and thorough review of hot water,...
mSupply, a pioneering North American distributor of appliance, HVAC and plumbing parts and equipment, has promoted Jason Scott to Northeast Regional Vice President. In this role, Scott will oversee operations for more than 40 locations, representing four HVAC business units: API of NH/Delta T, BellSimons, SASCO CASCO, and Total Air Supply. Level of excellence and customer-focused approach "Jason has been a quality, forward-thinking pioneer in a number of positions here at mSupply," said Keith...
QuickFitting®, a pioneering innovator in flame-free plumbing and HVAC technologies, announced now that its flagship product line, SurePress® press fittings, is now available nationwide through HD Supply, a premier distributor serving the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) market. With 71 SurePress SKUs stocked across HD Supply warehouses and the full assortment of 143 SKUs available via drop ship, QuickFitting gains expanded reach into key commercial and residential repair sector...
RAUVIPEX, REHAU UK’s pre-insulated district heating pipework solution, has won in the ‘Commercial HVAC Product of the Year – Components and Peripherals’ category at the 2025 Heating & Ventilating News Awards. RAUVIPEX stood out to the judges for its technical excellence and contribution to improved efficiency and sustainability for heat networks. The judging panel also noted how RAUVIPEX’s design demonstrates strong innovation, reliability and had addressed fee...
Nuaire has published A Guide to Awaab’s Law and the Future of Safe Housing Standards designed to help social housing organisations comply with Awaab’s Law, which came into effect on 27th October 2025. The legislation was introduced following the tragic death of two-year-old Awaab Ishak in 2020, caused by prolonged exposure to mould in his family’s rented home. Implementing Awaab's law The new guide clearly explains the requirements to investigate and address damp and mould h...
Aalberts Integrated Piping Systems (IPS), a pioneer in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gasses, will feature its latest carbon-steel press, valve, and data center solutions at the AHR Expo in Las Vegas, happening February 2-4, 2026. Aalberts IPS will be co-located with Aalberts hydronic flow control at booth SL1364, where visitors can see application-focused displays and experience table games with the opportunity to win prizes. HVAC and indust...
mSupply, a pioneering North American distributor of appliance, HVAC and plumbing parts and equipment, is pleased to share that Bryce Koch has joined its team as Senior Vice President of Digital Innovation. Koch brings nearly 20 years of experience to this role, which was created to boost technology and e-commerce efforts at mSupply. He will focus on the distributor's digital ecosystem while providing strategic, customer-first direction for its Marketing and e-commerce teams. Modernize digital...
Business Development Resources (BDR), the training and business coaching authority for home services industry professionals, announces its upcoming first-quarter 2026 schedule of BDRU (BDR University) courses. These interactive training sessions are designed for HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other home services contractors looking to sharpen their team’s skillset, strengthen their financial acumen and accelerate business growth. Real-world insights and actionable tools “The...
NIBCO INC. announces its continued support as title sponsor of the “Community Over Competition” Build, an initiative designed to foster collaboration and unity across the plumbing and HVAC industries. Originally launched in 2025, the “Community Over Competition” Build was first showcased at AHR Expo. Organized by Impetus Media, the initiative brings together tradespeople, influencers and industry professionals to demonstrate the power of working together in an often...
Ideal Heating is set to open its fifth Expert Academy training center, a brand-new purpose-built facility in Portishead, near Bristol. Developed in partnership with James Hargreaves Plumbing Supplies, the new center will bring industry-renowned training and hands-on experience to heating engineers and installers across the South West. Conveniently located just off the M5, the site offers easy access for installers traveling from Cardiff, Worcester, Reading, and Exeter, making it more simple tha...
Women in HVACR, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering women in the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration trades, has teamed up with Carrier Global Corporation, a pioneer in the HVACR industry, to award 11 scholarships to outstanding female students blazing paths in the skilled trades. The scholarships, presented during the 2025 Women in HVACR Conference in Las Vegas, celebrate the next generation of women advancing in an industry historically underrepresented...
mSupply, a major North American distributor of HVAC, appliance and plumbing products, has relocated to a significantly larger warehouse to meet growing demand in Washington state and along the West Coast. The new Marcone Regional Distribution Center is located at 3201 SE Columbia Way in Vancouver, Washington's Columbia Business Center. It is 128% larger than the previous facility at 603 SE Victory Ave. At 80,000 square feet, the site features expanded parking, 10 additional loading docks and ro...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Last summer, Carrefour stepped forward when France’s Minister of the Interior and Overseas territories Gérald Darmanin appealed to public and private sector companies to give their employees time off so they could aid firefighters. The Group has decided to bolster its support and double the number of days that its volunteer firefighter employees can take per year – the number is increasing from 10 to 20 days. Employees who find themselves called up to provide backup out in t...
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...
NIBCO INC. announces new 2 1/8" OD fittings to its PressACR® line, designed to meet the growing demand for larger diameter press connections in the air conditioning and refrigeration industry. NIBCO’s PressACR fittings are made of high-quality, globally sourced pure copper. Manufactured in Stuarts Draft, Va., press end connections reduce installation time, while the patented interior groove design and gray HNBR seals make them suitable for high-pressure HVACR applications.&n...
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...
The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors — National Association (PHCC) recently hosted CONNECT 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, from October 27-30, bringing together plumbing and HVACR professionals for an engaging industry event. The conference featured over 20 educational sessions, interactive panels and countless networking opportunities, offering attendees the chance to share best practices, explore emerging trends and gain insights to help them grow their businesses. Years of service...
QuickFitting, a pioneer in plumbing and HVAC solutions, announced the launch of Water Heater Connectors, expanding the company's flame-free product portfolio with flexible stainless steel connectors designed for rapid installation in tight spaces. The new product lines address a common challenge for plumbing professionals: water heaters are typically located in confined areas like basements, closets and garage corners, where traditional installation methods can be difficult and time-consuming....
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...
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...
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...
Dubai is set to become the focal point of the Middle East’s building services sector as it hosts the MEP International Conference MENA (MEPIC 2025) from 27–28 October 2025. The two-day event will bring together top MEP professionals, government authorities, developers, and technology innovators to explore solutions driving sustainable, energy-efficient, and digitally integrated buildings across the region. MENA construction market Organized by GM Events, MEPIC 2025 is a timely re...
NWPX Park, a division of NWPX Infrastructure, is a pioneer in the design and construction of innovative water utilities and environmental solutions, and is proud to highlight its MeterVault® water meters and BackFlo® backflow prevention product lines. These advanced solutions provide accurate, real-time consumption data with automated leak alerts and certified, hydrostatically tested backflow protection in turnkey assemblies. Minimizing operational costs The MeterVault® water met...
Malco Tools, one of the nation’s major solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVACR and building construction trades, has expanded its C-RHEX line of cleanable, reversible hex drivers to include new hard-sided case kits, 7-in-1 Flip Bit socket sizes, premium grip handles, and GoBlue! Hex driver variety pack. Malco’s expanded C-RHEX lineup offers even more flexibility and performance for trade professionals. The new hard-sided Install Kits and Service Kit...