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Expert panel to address critical supply chain issues

This panel aims to offer actionable solutions during the FGIA Fall Conference.

September 24, 2025

How can companies navigate today’s supply chain turbulence? At the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2025 Fall Conference, experts will unpack the economic, legal and compliance challenges shaping the landscape.

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From global to local: Onshoring and reshoring in the plumbing & mechanical industry

Plumbing professionals in every part of the industry are rethinking and reimagining production to bring it closer to home.

Kristen R. Bayles

July 3, 2025

The pandemic's slowdowns are over, but new challenges have emerged, including geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and fluctuating tariffs, highlighting the risks of relying on offshore manufacturing.

Ingram investing $50M to enhance operations in the St. Louis region

St. Louis' prime location is ideal for the strategic initiatives by Ingram.

June 2, 2025

The company's investments and environmental initiatives are highlighted during FreightWeekSTL.

Guest Editorial | Brad Williams

Global and U.S. economic 2024 predictions

Commercial construction related to on-shoring to drive revenue growth.

Brad Williams

February 8, 2024

As 2023 comes to a close it is now time to review my predictions from last year as well as predict ten more trends I see as we enter 2024.

Matt Stem joins Oatey Co. as vice president, distribution and global logistics

May 5, 2023

Stem will lead Oatey’s robust distribution network, driving long-term strategy and ensuring exceptional delivery for customers and partners.

Uponor announces new VP Role for Integrated Supply Chain

March 28, 2023

Uponor North America announced Jon Sillerud, vice president, operations, has agreed to accept the additional responsibilities of leading the supply chain function for the company, effective immediately.

PMI Annual Report explores ‘Plumbing Manufacturing Evolution’

July 6, 2022

The report’s three main stories cover how PMI member companies are creating opportunities through their responses to challenges relating to sustainability and waste reduction, supply chain and workplace and labor.

KOHLER announces completion of plumbing products warehouse to support growth and enhance supply chain agility

May 10, 2022

The Huntsville warehouse opening comes on the heels of Kohler announcing in February, the construction of a second Vikrell production facility and distribution center in Casa Grande, Arizona, which is set to be operational by August 2023.

NKBA study projects strong year-end

Supply chain issues and material shortages temper industry’s outlook despite continued strong market.

December 13, 2021

While the overall kitchen and bath industry continues to show healthy growth for the year, the overall index is down 4% quarter over quarter as lingering issues caused by the pandemic seem to be catching up to consumer sentiment. Despite this, the industry is coming off of a record-breaking quarter of growth in Q2, which has fueled projections for the year at around 12% growth in sales year-over-year, with many members still encouraged about future growth in 2022.