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ASHRAE global headquarters reaches ‘fully’ net-zero-energy milestone

October 27, 2021

PV systems such as the ASHRAE’s offer approximately 25 years of performance.

Hydraulic Institute Circulator Pump Energy Rating label now available on participating brands

October 26, 2021

Circulator Energy Rating labels are only applied to the most efficient circulator pumps in the market. The higher the Energy Rating, the more savings the circulators can provide the end-user.

Armstrong Fluid Technology wins Project of the Year accolade at Pump Industry Awards

October 25, 2021

The Pump Industry Awards recognizes companies that have demonstrated excellence in the design and implementation of fluid flow technology.

Truck of the Month: Clean and colorful

Four Seasons Plumbing | Asheville, North Carolina

Nicole Krawcke

October 25, 2021

“The right call any time of year” is the perfect slogan for Asheville, North Carolina-based Four Seasons Plumbing. The company was founded in 2006 by husband and wife team, Max Rose and Rachel Rose, thanks to a monetary gift from Max Rose’s grandmother.

Nexstar Network holds a sold-out Super Meeting

October 20, 2021

Nearly 1,000 members and vendors attended Nexstar Network’s annual Super Meeting, held from October 12-15 at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort in Marco Island, Florida, with some taking advantage of the event’s virtual attendance option. Typically a three-day event filled with programming and content designed specifically for those connected to Nexstar, the sold-out Super Meeting 2021 required an extra day to fit in even more networking events with members’ business coaches and peers. While still following local and building safety guidelines, Super Meeting offered a opportunity for participants to meet, learn and work together to tackle business challenges and gain new skills.

If your customers are only buying a water heater, price will almost always prevail.

A. O. Smith acquires Canada water heater manufacturer Giant Factories

October 19, 2021

A family-owned business founded in 1945, Giant markets its water heaters under the Giant brand and employs more than 300 people, primarily in Canada. Giant manufactures water heaters at two facilities in Montreal and sells water heating products across Canada. The addition of Giant to A. O. Smith’s existing water heater operations enlarges the company’s presence in the Canada water heater market, which is characterized by a high percentage of replacement demand.

Danielle Putnam honored as Woman of the Year at Service World Expo

October 18, 2021

The award was created to showcase outstanding achievements by a woman in the residential service industry. Each year, one woman is recognized for going above and beyond her job in the industry.

Beating the odds: Bradley celebrates 100 years

Plumbing manufacturer’s success lies in problem-solving.

Nicole Krawcke

October 14, 2021

Reaching 100 years is quite a milestone for any business, let alone for a family plumbing business. Especially when you consider the average lifespan for a family-owned business is 24 years, according to Cornell University’s SC Johnson School of Business.

Governor Gavin Newsom signs AB 100 into law

October 12, 2021

Governor Gavin Newsom and the California State Legislature have enacted Assembly Bill (AB) 100 into law. Authored by Assembly member Chris Holden, AB 100 adopts industry standard NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 2020 as the lead-testing requirement for certified endpoint drinking water devices sold in California.

2021 Residential Contractor of the Year: Deluxe Plumbing & Heating

Bethlehem, Pennsylvania-based contractor is dedicated to training.

Nicole Krawcke

October 12, 2021

Like most kids after graduating high school, Larry Shoemaker went to college. However, he came home after about a year, and started working in his father’s plumbing business, Deluxe Plumbing & Heating.