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KD Group Acquires SmartONE, Establishes Navicomm

October 26, 2026

KD Group announced the acquisition of the core business and assets of SmartONE Solutions, Inc., a Canadian provider of smart home and smart building technologies.

Watts Smart Monitoring Kits

The Smart ACV SCM kits deliver continuous pressure monitoring and notification capabilities for select Watts and Ames Automatic Control Valves.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

September 18, 2026

This intelligent monitoring technology helps users proactively assess system performance, identify potential issues earlier, and respond more quickly to changing operating conditions

The ROI on Smart Water: Do Connected Systems Really Pay Off?

Smart water systems can save money, uncover hidden problems, and create new opportunities for contractors

Kristen R. Bayles

May 19, 2026

Insurance incentives, hidden leaks and operational gains are driving adoption, but the real return on smart water depends on who is measuring it and how.

Nexa by Watts to host “The Power of Flow: Protecting Buildings, Saving Water,” webinar

The webinar will take place on April 8th.

March 24, 2026

The webinar will explore how flow intelligence helps facilities teams improve both risk management and sustainability performance for smarter and safer buildings.

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Designing out water stagnation in recreation plumbing systems

Smart flushing faucets and self-draining showers give plumbers new tools to manage water age and protect public health.

Greg Hunt

February 12, 2026

Stagnant water is a threat to public health in recreation facilities that are intermittently used.

Wint introduces AI-powered water temperature analysis

This new capability aims to aid in identifying boiler issues and reducing energy waste.

November 20, 2025

Monitoring temperature marks a step forward in intelligent water management for energy-conscious facilities.

Resideo Honeywell Home ElitePRO smart thermostat

Resideo has introduced a new smart thermostat.

October 22, 2025

The ElitePRO thermostat is powered by PRO-IQ services and compatible with several smart devices.

The Home Depot launches digital project planning tool for pros

The tool centralizes material lists, order tracking, delivery preferences, pricing visibility and team collaboration.

September 23, 2025

The Home Depot has introduced a digital Project Planning tool aimed at helping professional contractors organize and manage complex jobs through a single platform.

BEST 6.2 software – AHR 2025 Innovation Awards Winner

Taco was involved in the development of this software.

August 14, 2025

Taco will remain committed to investing in the BEST software to ensure that it continues to align with industry advancements and sustainability objectives.