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The Charlotte Pipe and Foundry and Neenah Foundry logos.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, Neenah Foundry align operations as part of a new commercial structure

Under the updated structure, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry will serve as the primary enterprise over three commercial divisions: Plumbing, Irrigation, and Infrastructure.

March 12, 2026

In recent years, Charlotte Pipe has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Neenah Enterprises (2022) and Bingham & Taylor (2025)

The graphic for Newsweek America’s Most Charitable Companies.

Watts named one of Newsweek America’s Most Charitable Companies

In the past year, Watts has been recognized by TIME, USA Today, Barron’s, Top Places to Work and Handshake, in addition to multiple Newsweek awards.

March 11, 2026

According to the company, this recognition demonstrates measurable impact of the company’s philanthropic efforts in the communities it serves.

The attendees of PHCC Essentials of Project Management class.

PHCC Essentials of Project Management class teaches attendees detective skills

Leading the class of twenty-four attendees through interactive discussions was Purdue University Professor Emeritus Kirk Alter.

March 11, 2026

During the four-day course, held March 4–7 at Milwaukee Tool’s headquarters in Brookfield, Wisconsin, participants explored how careful analysis, problem-solving, and attention to detail can help project managers identify issues early, make better decisions, and keep projects on track.

World Plumbing Day: The hidden infrastructure protecting public health

World Plumbing Day was launched in 2010 specifically to highlight this connection between plumbing, health and sustainability.

Natalie Forster

March 11, 2026

Modern plumbing infrastructure is so embedded in daily life that it is often taken for granted. Yet its impact on global health is enormous.

A technician working on a Trane Technology product.

Dealer-led giving: inside Trane Technologies’ “Do What’s Right” program

Through its “Do What’s Right” program, Trane Technologies and its dealer network turn growth into goodwill, delivering more than 3,500 donated systems in a record 2025.

Kristen R. Bayles

March 11, 2026

Trane Technologies is reinforcing a simple but increasingly urgent premise: growth and goodwill do not have to exist on separate tracks.

Public restroom dilemmas, faux pas and etiquette

The insights are from the annual survey conducted by Bradley.

March 10, 2026

The annual Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley queried 1,020 American adults Jan. 5 -16, 2026.

Interplay Learning named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Startup Employers 2026

This marks the fourth consecutive year Interplay Learning has earned a place on the list.

March 10, 2026

The recognition comes on the heels of other significant accolades for Interplay Learning, including the 2025 IACET Instructional Impact Award, a 2025 Inc. 5000 listing and inclusion on the Austin Business Journal’s list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Austin area.

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Growing without breaking the business: how mechanical contractors can scale responsibly

Project selection strategies for contractors looking to scale from Jason Richards, CEO of Foundral.

Kristen R. Bayles

March 9, 2026

It’s tempting to chase new work without fully evaluating whether the project aligns with operation capacity or financial structure. We’ve all heard, “bigger is better,” after all. However, contractors need to establish clear criteria before pursuing additional work. That includes evaluating a few key factors.

Rinnai's REHP Series Electric Heat Pump.

Rinnai REHP Series Electric Heat Pump Water Heater earns 2026 Green GOOD DESIGN Award

The Green GOOD DESIGN program is in its 18th year.

March 6, 2026

The award is presented by The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and recognizes the world’s most important examples of sustainable design.