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Plumbing industry pushes back against latest round of tariffs

PMI’s Kerry Stackpole, others speak at USTR hearings on newest proposed Section 301 tariffs.

Jen Anesi-Brombach

August 26, 2018

Hearings are ongoing through at least today, and formal written post-hearing rebuttal comments are due Sept. 6.

PM Profile: Barbara Higgens

The power of industry organizations.

Bob Miodonski

December 19, 2017

Barbara Higgens discusses PMI’s role in improving water efficiency, lead standards.

PMI to honor Barbara Higgens at conference

Conference registration includes a ticket to the President's Dinner

October 10, 2017

Higgens revamped the organization from her kitchen table as its first and only direct employee.

Stackpole has spent more than two decades leading trade associations in manufacturing, technology and services.

PMI announces Kerry Stackpole as CEO and executive director

June 5, 2017

Plumbing Manufacturers International names trade association leader Kerry Stackpole as its new CEO and executive director.

Study: Water-efficient toilets save 170 billion gallons of water per year

Study: Water-efficient toilets could save up to 360 billion gallons of water per year

AWE, PMI research focuses on residential properties in AZ, CA, CO, GA and TX

April 20, 2017

This research produces important direction for water managers nationwide, as 40 out of 50 states anticipate water shortages in the coming years with most of these states already experiencing periodic shortages.

New interest in old broken pipes

Last month, the U.S. Senate passed the $10.6 billion Water Resources Development Act whose overwhelming 95-3 vote shows broad bipartisan support.

Bob Miodonski

October 31, 2016

Senate bill is a positive step, but more needed to fix infrastructure.

PMI advocates restoration of underground water infrastructure

September 7, 2016

PMI wants to ensure the safety and sustainability of the nation’s drinking water.

Plumbing Manufacturers International supports Alberta Wildfire Relief

May 13, 2016

Fires still rage as more than 100,000 people have been evacuated from the area and 2,400 homes and businesses have been destroyed.

PMI draws 130 to San Antonio for 2015 conference

Jack Sweet

December 29, 2015

The Plumbing Manufacturers International event kicked off Oct. 26 with a board of directors meeting and concurrent exhibits and networking opportunities followed by a welcome reception for all attendees.