HVAC professionals from across the U.S. honored with national recognition and $1,000 tool kit Malco Tools, one of the nation’s top manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction industries, today announced the winners of its annual HVAC Trade-Pro of the Year Award program. The 2024 HVAC Trade-Pro of the Year Award recognizes outstanding […]
Collaboration allows industry professionals to leverage comprehensive technology and authoritative expert insights to drive profitability and achieve business goals XOi, a leading provider of technician-focused technology solutions for commercial and residential field service companies, announces a new partnership with Powerhouse Consulting Group, an experienced team of software consultants in the skilled trades industry. Powerhouse Consulting Group […]
Thorn Lighting is thrilled to announce its new status as a Commercial Associate of the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA). This exciting development aligns the manufacturer of dependable, efficient, and high-quality solutions with the UK’s leading trade association for the electrotechnical and engineering services industry in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Since its inception in 1901, […]
Leading manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products supports 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance Rheem®, the Atlanta-based manufacturer of water heating and HVAC products, joined forces with 9/11 Day Meal Pack to honor the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. Rheem Employees assembling 9/11 Meal Packs. “We are proud to support 9/11 Day and its […]
Acquisition extends a long-term strategy for market growth and channel expansion. Atlanta—Rheem has announced its intent to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH), a leading manufacturer of air conditioning products, from Madison Industries. NGH is based in O’Fallon, Missouri with manufacturing in Saltillo, Mexico, and a distribution center in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. “Nortek Global HVAC has […]
Taco has announced the launch of its innovative Manager Development Program (MDP), a transformative global initiative designed to cultivate leadership and foster professional growth. Developed in partnership with DDI and DiSC, the program reflects Taco’s dedication to investing in the development and success of its people. “At Taco, our employees are at the heart of […]
Watts has announced the recipients of its inaugural Backflow Hero Award. Recipients were selected by the Watts backflow leadership team from nominations from the Watts sales organization and rep network. The Backflow Hero Award recognizes those who have made a significant impact in the field of backflow prevention and individuals that embody the following qualities: […]
REHAU supports architects and specifiers with extensive window and door resources, including AIA continuing education courses, BIM files, CAD drawings and product specifications. These resources are part of the company’s effort to streamline the design and construction process, facilitate collaboration across companies and foster continual learning. BIM files, CAD drawings and Specifications Available for Windows […]
Niagara®, the leader in high-performance, water-saving toilets, announced partnerships with several new rep agencies that will further expand company growth and sales across the U.S. “We are excited to welcome several new Rep agencies to the Niagara family,” said Trey Cutler, newly appointed vice president of sales at Niagara. “Niagara’s continued success and commitment to providing high […]
The leading local HVAC and plumbing provider offers free admission to the fair for active and former military personnel and emergency workers and their families on Aug. 7 Peterman Brothers, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indianapolis area, is partnering with the Indiana State Fair this month to honor active and former […]
Ontario, Calif. — The Radiant Professionals Alliance (RPA) and professional/educational association Geothermal Rising (GR) have entered into a memorandum of understanding with the mutual goal of promoting and advancing technological innovations of geothermal systems. The partnership will engage RPA, GR and their respective members in technical activities coordination, education, advocacy, community engagement and policy, publications, […]
Bullard-Havens Technical High School to receive water heaters, service parts through Industry Forward® charitable giving program Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is continuing its support of hands-on training and education by donating water heaters, service parts and in-person training to the Bullard-Havens Technical High School, located […]
Finding the perfect mix of glycol and water in a hydronic system doesn’t have to be hard. Guest presenter John Panasewicz will discuss the best ways to specify and maintain water-glycol blends in boilers, chillers and other heat transfer applications. This pre-heating-season webinar will clear up the confusing aspects of antifreeze for designers and installers. […]
Trusted manufacturer enhances commitment to customers with acquisition of leading manufacturer of stainless steel indirect water heating solutions Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, announced today the acquisition of Heat-flo, a leader in stainless steel indirect water-heating and hydronic storage tanks for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The acquisition […]
Company’s prototype enabled 15-20% average energy bill savings Trane Technologies (NYSE: TT), a global climate innovator, today announced its successful completion of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Residential Cold Climate Heat Pump (CCHP) Challenge for high-efficiency heating in extremely cold temperatures. After surpassing DOE laboratory tests, the Trane® high-efficiency, Cold Climate Heat Pump prototype, installed […]
Taco Comfort Solutions’ new European arm, Taco Europe, has collectively joined the Taco Italia and Taconova brands to grow and expand its operations in Central Europe. To accommodate this expansion, Taco has built a new facility in the town of Boršov, Czech Republic. The new plant produces high-performance circulators for heating, cooling and solar systems […]
Congratulations are in order for good friend Steve Richman, the disruptor of innovation and man behind the curtain at Milwaukee Tool on his next challenge. After 17 remarkable years as President of Milwaukee Tool, Steve Richman will be stepping into the role of Chief Executive Officer at Techtronic Industries Co. (TTI). During his tenure at […]
Leading manufacturer donates $10,000 to Home Repair Services to support plumbing repair and water heater replacement for mobile home owners in Kent County, Michigan Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, announced today a charitable donation of $10,000 to Home Repair Services (HRS) of Kent County, a nonprofit organization that offers […]
Ariston USA, a part of Ariston Group, announced the formation of a rapid deployment program to serve commercial accounts in need of emergency service. Ariston RED (Rapid Emergency Deployment) offers emergency replacement service in most areas 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. The service will offer rapid response […]
Noritz America, a leader in tankless water heating systems for over six decades, proudly introduces its newly reinvigorated, bilingual, self-paced training courses through its online Noritz University. The recently updated curriculum replaces the previous slide-and-voiceover presentation with succinct, self-paced video lessons in a modernized format designed to empower professional contractors with the knowledge needed to […]
Signify has launched LumXpert, an App that encompasses all functionalities and tools for electricians in their daily work. The App has been created by and for installers, who can purchase Philips products, with the option of purchasing through a credit account, as well as contact customer service experts directly when needed, and streamline their day-to-day […]
Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is continuing its commitment to support training the workforce of the future by providing strategic in-kind grant funding to the Center for Employment Training (CET), a national nonprofit technical training school. The grant, which stems from Bradford White’s signature charitable giving […]
Full product line will now have up to 98.3% thermal efficiency Lochinvar, an industry leader in high-efficiency boilers and water heaters, announces that its full line of FTXL™ fire-tube boilers will feature many of the innovations pioneered last year on its high-end FTXL 1.0 model. FTXL boilers 400-850 now incorporate a 7-inch display featuring Lochinvar’s […]
Trusted U.S. manufacturer expands its residential, commercial and industrial space heating portfolio as customer needs evolve in response to new electrification policies and regulations Rochester, N.H. — Laars® Heating Systems, a subsidiary of Bradford White Corporation and a leading U.S. designer and manufacturer of boilers, water heaters, and pool heaters used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, announced […]
Hydronics guru John Siegenthaler, P.E. will discuss the benefits of dual-fuel systems while examining the technical details for piping and controls in this 90 minute extended Coffee with Caleffi webinar edition on Thursday, Nov. 30 at 12:00 p.m. CST. Siegenthaler is a seasoned industry leader and passionate teacher, eager to share his over 40 years’ experience in […]
Top field service technology solution provider partners with leading cooling industry association to enhance insights and help fight labor shortage XOi, a leading provider of technician-focused technology solutions, announces a new partnership with the Independent Contractors Exchange (ICE) Group, a select group of independent HVAC contractors specializing in the service and installation of applied HVAC systems. […]
If a young high school graduate approached you for career advice, would you recommend: “Compare plumbing to joining Harvard University for a degree-becoming a plumber, for an ordinary person would probably be a great deal.” If you are reading this post, you are interested in becoming a professional plumber and whether it is a great […]
Interplay Learning, the leading provider of immersive skilled trades training, announced today a strategic training partnership with PipeDreams, an innovative, tech-forward home services provider. The collaboration with Interplay will accelerate PipeDreams’ ability to acquire, integrate, and grow new partnerships by offering tech-forward training, including hands-on 3D simulations. With a focus on building meaningful trade careers, this […]
Following the catastrophic Maui wildfires, which are among the deadliest in US history, and with the state of Washington now grappling with its own destructive blazes, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is urging governments, communities, and individual property owners alike to take science-backed steps to prepare for wildfire, reduce risks, and support more robust firefighting efforts at […]
Active military personnel, veterans and first responders receive free admission to the fair with their families on Aug. 18 Peterman Brothers, a leading HVAC and plumbing company serving the Greater Indianapolis area, is honoring the sacrifice of active and former military personnel and first responders at the Indiana State Fair on Friday, Aug. 18. First […]
Can a hydronic system effectively – and efficiently – provide heating, cooling, domestic hot water AND heat recovery ventilation in a residential home? John Siegenthaler, P.E., a favorite to the webinar series, will discuss design details, challenges and lessons learned from a from a recent project profile of a modern hybrid approach utilizing an air-to-water heat […]
Cleveland — Oatey Co. (Oatey) announced the acquisition of Lansas B.V. (Lansas), a manufacturer and distributor of underground pipe and disc plugs based in Eijsden, Netherlands. For more than 70 years, Lansas has been a leading manufacturer of pipe and disc plugs servicing the waterworks markets in Europe. Manufactured through a highly efficient and automated […]
Interplay Learning, the leading provider of online skilled trades training, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Southern Home Services Corporation, a leading residential home services provider specializing in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and generator service, replacement, and maintenance. This important collaboration names Interplay Learning the exclusive content engine for technical training and the designated LMS […]
New tool makes it easier to balance pricing, labor costs, and expenses to fully understand every job’s profit margin Jobber, the leading provider of operations management software for home service businesses, today announced the launch of a new job costing feature that enables home service businesses in any industry, including contracting and construction, landscaping, tree […]
The free app serves as a centralized resource to find equipment information and contact technical support for commercial rooftop units (RTUs) and residential equipment Installation, troubleshooting and maintenance processes are streamlined with easy-to-access product information, guides and videos designed to help save time and reduce errors Content can be accessed via search or by simply […]
The leading provider of digital enablement solutions for field service professionals drives increased transparency and revenue for the Neighborly® electrical service brand XOi, the leading provider of technician-first smart technology for commercial and residential field service companies, announces a new collaboration with Mr. Electric®, a Neighborly® company. Mr. Electric franchise owners provide consistent, superior electrical installation […]
The profession’s leading reference text, ASPE’s Plumbing Engineering Design Handbook (PEDH) encompasses more than 50 chapters in four volumes and provides comprehensive details of the accepted practices and design criteria used in the field of plumbing engineering. Volume 2 covers the most commonly found plumbing systems in commercial facilities, including sanitary, domestic hot and cold water, venting, […]
Chicago—P1 Service Group, an industry-leading growth partner that provides world-class resources to its home service partner companies across the country, announced a partnership with Portland-based Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical, launching P1’s family of companies into the Pacific Northwest. Sky Heating, AC, Plumbing & Electrical has offered expert home service solutions to homeowners across […]
Leading water heating and storage manufacturer’s Vitraglas® tank lining is now infused with Microban® antimicrobial technology, setting a new industry standard for protection. Ambler, Pa. —Bradford White Corporation, an industry-leading American manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, announces that its proprietary Vitraglas® tank lining will now incorporate Microban® antimicrobial technology to provide additional […]
Air to water heat pump technology is steadily gaining traction. When a heat pump’s coefficient of performance is maximized, energy efficiency and resiliency benefits are substantial. How can engineers, designers and installers effectively apply this emerging technology to high thermal mass floor heating applications? Which commercial systems are good candidates for this type of design? […]
Hands-On Training Designed to Develop a Highly Competitive Workforce Interplay Learning, the leading provider of online and VR training for the essential skilled trades, announced today the expansion and upgrade of its commercial HVAC catalog, enabling commercial HVAC firms and mechanical contractors to reduce training costs and accelerate ramp-up times for their apprentices and technicians. […]
Similar to other fields, plumbing is an ever-changing field that is expected to experience radical shifts in the coming years. Changing codes and environmental standards, an aging workforce, and the need to maintain and replace older plumbing systems are just a few factors that stand to drastically increase the demand for plumbers. Openings for plumbing, […]
Maintaining and installing plumbing systems for your commercial or residential needs is a trade that calls for extreme dedication and focus. Unfortunately, there seems to be a shortage of qualified and licensed plumbers, and studies show that a few people enter the skilled trade despite the massive demand for plumbers. So, water taps around the […]
The No. 1 price generating software company helps business owners simplify sales process and increase cashflow The New Flat Rate, the No. 1 price generating software for home service contractors, has announced a partnership with OPTIMUS Financing by EGIA, the all-in-one financing and leasing platform for the home service industry, that will empower contractors with the ability […]
ServiceBot™ combines operational data and artificial intelligence to interact with prospects, creating new home services customers during the first online interaction WorkWave®, a leading provider of SaaS software solutions that support every stage of a service business’s life cycle, has announced the launch of ServiceBot, a highly successful sales automation tool which makes e-commerce easy via […]
More builders and architects are building sustainability into their practice and conducting water efficiency planning including water-saving solutions and installation of water-saving measures, analyses of costs and uses of water, specification of water-saving solutions; installation of water-saving measures. As a result, Niagara recently launched a new CEU course for builders, architects, engineers, plumbing engineers and […]
The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the demand for plumbers to grow 14% in the year 2018-2028, which is faster than the average of other careers. According to the Copper Development Association (CDA), over one-half of America’s trade professionals are near retirement age, and 3% of the surveyed 18-25 years old would consider a career […]