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The rebranding initiative introduces a sleek and modern visual identity that closely aligns with SPX Technologies’. This updated brand logo underscores Weil-McLain’s standing as a leader in hydronics and strengthens its connection to SPX’s HVAC segment and heating platform. 

As RLS enters its next phase of development, the company will continue building on its legacy with new leadership and an expanded global team. Joel Reedy, appointed president of the company in 2024, brings more than two decades of manufacturing expertise to help RLS with its ongoing expansion plans.

The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors—National Association (PHCC) will host its 2025 Legislative Conference on May 20-21 at the YOTEL Washington D.C. This annual event provides plumbing and HVAC contractors with the opportunity to connect directly with federal lawmakers and advocate for the industry’s most pressing priorities.

Known for their results-driven approach, the Cornerstone team has worked with HVACR contractors of all sizes, from $3 million to more than $75 million in revenue. Cornerstone has grown companies from $5 million to $50 million and has built a reputation for delivering personalized marketing strategies that align with the unique goals of their clients.

The Hydraulic Institute (HI), the largest association of pump manufacturers and suppliers to the pump industry in North America, and the global authority on pumps and pumping systems, installed new leadership during the 2025 Annual Conference in Rancho Mirage, CA. 

Recognizing that businesses need both specific tools and information to assist them with their fleet transition from ICE (internal combustion engine) to EVs, Work Truck Solutions and J.D. Power combined their collective expertise to build the groundbreaking CEV Hub, hosted on the national commercial vehicle marketplace, Comvoy.com.

Originally launched in 2015, Sonnhalter’s vocational program database offers detailed, easy-to-read information on each program, including addresses, phone numbers, websites and more. 

Despite being the oldest and most widely accepted technique for the detection of Legionella bacteria, it is well documented that lab culture testing has many limitations. Foremost, most lab culture tests take 7-10 days to return results. Yet Legionella can double in a day. 

Tippey will begin his term as president-elect in June at the conclusion of AWWA’s Annual Conference & Exposition (ACE25). His term as president begins in June 2026 following that of current President-Elect Heather Collins.