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Fieldpiece Instruments DRX3 refrigerant and combustible gas leak detector

Fieldpiece DRX3 combines refrigerant and combustible gas detection in one smart tool.

July 8, 2025

Fieldpiece Instruments has launched the DRX3, a connected leak detector that identifies a wide range of refrigerants and gases with one sensor.

QuickFitting flame-free fitting portfolio

QuickFitting highlighted their flame-free fitting portfolio using industry data from construction research.

July 8, 2025

Plumbing Manufacturers International establishes Women of PMI initiative

Plumbing Manufacturers International launches Women of PMI to support and celebrate women in plumbing manufacturing.

July 8, 2025

The kickoff event, featuring speaker Sheena Yap Chan, will take place July 16 and offer strategies for building confidence in a rapidly changing industry.

Watts survey reveals low homeowner awareness of backflow prevention

Two out of three homeowner reported having never heard of a backflow preventer.

July 8, 2025

A new national survey commissioned by Watts reveals that most homeowners lack awareness of backflow prevention. The findings come ahead of National Backflow Prevention Day, and point to a clear opportunity for outreach.

A laptop screen showing the EPIC software.

Armstrong introduces Energy Performance Improvement Calculator (EPIC)

This new tool calculates energy savings forecast and ROI.

July 7, 2025

The tool provides quick, data-driven insights to support smarter pump replacement decisions.

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The hidden hero of hot water systems: thermostatic mixing valves explained

Why plumbing pros trust TMVs for scald protection, energy savings and code compliance

Jason Abajian

July 2, 2025

These behind-the-scenes safety devices protect against scalding, improve system efficiency and stretch hot water further. Here's why TMVs are a smart upgrade for residential and commercial plumbing systems alike.

A. O. Smith announces summer promotion with participating wholesale partners

The seasonal program aims to support professionals during peak installation season while strengthening industry relationships.

July 2, 2025

Running through August 31, 2025, A. O. Smith’s Summer Tools promotion offers contractors a $100 parts and supplies credit with qualifying purchases from participating wholesale partners.

A. O. Smith hires Ming Cheng as chief technology officer

Bob Heideman to retire after 29 years with the company

July 1, 2025

With over 25 years at 3M, Cheng brings global R&D expertise to help drive A. O. Smith’s next chapter of technological growth.

A graphic that reads, "Hammerhead Onsite brings the job together."

HammerHead Trenchless upgrades its mobile app

Major updates to the app include streamlining CIPP and pipe bursting prep with smarter tools and real-time jobsite support.

July 1, 2025

The upgraded HammerHead OnSite app gives trenchless professionals an all-in-one mobile solution for accurately calculating materials, minimizing errors, and streamlining ordering for CIPP and pipe bursting projects.

Several influencers standing around the Oatey Co. sign at Ambassador Fest.

Oatey Co. hosts fifth annual ‘Ambassador Fest,’ its largest plumbing influencer event to date

Oatey Co. welcomes top plumbing pros to Cleveland for hands-on training, product previews and community-building at fifth annual Ambassador Fest.

July 1, 2025

Oatey welcomed 15 Ambassadors to its premier Cleveland training facility for a multi-day immersive experience that combined hands-on learning, product innovation, community building and more.