Bernzomatic will be funding more than 50 new scholarships through 2029.
April 7, 2026
With the addition of the Bernzomatic investment, the PHCC Foundation plans to award 80 scholarships in 2026, with funding of up to $200,000 available to award winners.
Plumbing remains a stable and essential career, but the competition for talent is increasing. Contractors who understand regional wage trends and adjust accordingly will be better positioned to attract and retain the workforce they need.
Acquisition to integrate Solvice’s route optimization and workforce scheduling capabilities into Quickbase’s core product offerings
April 3, 2026
The acquisition aims to strengthen Quickbase’s native resource management capabilities with decision intelligence across field service, logistics and enterprise operations.
The latest round of adjustments, effective from mid-March through mid-April, reflects that same trend, with measured increases across venting systems, brass and PVF components, HVAC parts, controls and copper fittings.
McGuire will oversee Rinnai’s People & Culture function in addition to legal affairs, helping to support talent development, organizational alignment and employee engagement across the company.
April 1, 2026
Since joining Rinnai in 2020 as Vice President and General Counsel, McGuire has played a role in strengthening the company’s legal and compliance framework while supporting strategic growth initiatives across North America.
March4Water is IAPMO's annual observance month to raise awareness about how communities can build resilience to water stress.
April 1, 2026
Throughout the month, IAPMO marked March4Water by lighting World Headquarters buildings in blue, distributing World Plumbing Day activation kits, and hosting city dignitaries and industry leaders at a lunch celebration on World Plumbing Day.