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A client recently asked about PFAS legislation in the U.S. You can find more information in my columns "PFAS: A Growing Concern" and "Forever Chemicals in the News." I'm also looking into state-level PFAS legislation for my readers.

JH Kelly, based in Longview, Washington, celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023. The company offers various mechanical services and was honored as Plumbing & Mechanical's 2024 Mechanical Contractor of the Year.

I attended a conference hosted by the Building Performance Association and presented on air-to-water heat pump systems. Many professionals were interested in heat pumps, especially ductless air-to-air systems. One person mentioned the difficulty of finding qualified installers for air-to-water heat pumps and noted the higher cost compared to ductless air-to-air systems.

Donate extra inventory, demo models, tools and building materials that are no longer needed, during the month of August in support of Habitat for Humanity.

The APEX Awards are based on excellence in graphic design, editorial content and the ability to achieve overall communications excellence. 

In the fourth edition of the Bath & Kitchen Pro eBook you’ll find both residential and commercial product and design trends, showroom display trends, economic indicators and more!

The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) has named Bert Warner as its new Director of Commercial Business Development. Nicole Krawcke interviewed Warner about his goals for PERC and the role of propane in meeting decarbonization goals.

The Camp Fire in Butte County, California, started in 2018, destroying over 18,000 structures and causing 85 deaths. Paradise, a town 90 miles north of Sacramento, lost about 95% of its buildings, but It is on the road to recovery.

The acquisition aligns with Bradford White’s commitment to innovation and quality and enhances the company’s smart technology offerings. 

The purchase price for the acquired businesses is $8 billion. The acquisition is expected to be closed in approximately 12 months.