Based on PPI’s review, these PEX tubing products may not comply with and are not third-party certified to mandatory industry standards, despite implied claims regarding the suitability of these products for plumbing and mechanical applications.
The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and necessary shareholder and Board approvals and is expected to close during the third quarter in 2026.
Brian Bartlett will transition to COO leadership as Jake Fegely prepares to retire.
April 14, 2026
Bringing 29 years of operational and managerial leadership experience, Bartlett joined Cooney Brothers in September of last year with the plan to eventually assume the COO role after gaining a full understanding of the company’s operations.
The company plans to celebrate by highlighting customer relationships and employee contributions.
April 9, 2026
To commemorate this milestone, F.W. Webb has developed multiple features that will be unveiled throughout the year highlighting the company’s people-focused philosophy.
After five years with Supply House Times, Natalie Forster gained valuable insights into the supply chain and developed relationships with PHCP-PVF wholesalers. Now, as the new Editorial Director for both Supply House Times and Plumbing & Mechanical, she'll engage daily with all supply chain participants, including wholesalers, contractors, and engineers.
The East Coast has suffered severe damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, leading to extensive destruction, fatalities, and power outages. These hurricanes highlight the impact of climate change on storm severity, driven by warmer Atlantic waters. This situation underscores the urgent need for the PHCP-PVF industry to adapt to the challenges of increasingly intense storms.
Leave it to good old fashioned ingenuity. F.W. Webb recognized an opportunity during the pandemic that resulted in a new revenue stream and an influx of satisfied customers.