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John Manderson Honest John McDonald, III

In memory of John McDonald, Formerly of Brock McVey and ASA Past President

May 17, 2019

The Board of SWA and ASA deeply regret to inform you of the passing of one of ASA Past Presidents John McDonald (formally of Brock-McVey in Lexington KY).

Legendary contractor, columnist and author Dave Yates joins BNP Media Plumbing/Mechanical Group

May 16, 2019

BNP Media’s Plumbing & Mechanical Group, which includes the industry-leading business-to-business brands Plumbing & Mechanical, Supply House Times and PM Engineer, recently announced industry icon Dave Yates has joined the group’s all-star roster of columnists.

Hardware Report: Materials costs rise for 62% due to tariffs

Fictiv’s 2019 State of Hardware Report finds tariffs add cost and complexity for product teams already struggling to get to market.

May 15, 2019

To overcome these added challenges, the survey shows teams have instituted tariff engineering measures such as a reliance on local manufacturers for product assembly and new manufacturing platforms.

Kitchen and Bath Market Index forecasts strong growth and a positive outlook for industry

May 15, 2019

National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and John Burns Real Estate Consulting have partnered on the Kitchen and Bath Market Index (KBMI), a barometer of the business health of the industry.

Embassy Group, WIT & Co. announce merger

May 14, 2019

Boasting combined revenue of more than $8.5 billion, 138 members and 1,450 locations across the continental United States, this new group will become, by revenue, the largest plumbing group in the country.

Dodge Momentum Index dips in April

May 14, 2019

The Dodge Momentum Index fell 0.5% in April to 144.3 (2000=100) from the revised March reading of 145.1.

Success Group International reveals new performance management system at San Antonio Expo

Turnkey program developed to help member contractors retain the employees they have in a talent-deficient industry.

May 14, 2019

Success Group International (SGI) recently held its spring 2019 Expo at the Grand Hyatt San Antonio. Nearly 450 companies and 1,500 people attended the event.

BLUE HAWK joins IMARK Group as founding member

May 13, 2019

Addition creates the largest member-owned and member-controlled global distribution network.

PMI members lobby Capitol Hill during Legislative Forum and Fly-In

May 10, 2019

PMI and its members also reiterated the need for congressional action in support of EPA WaterSense program funding, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and investments in America’s infrastructure.

Electric Eel celebrates 80 years

May 7, 2019

Electric Eel’s current product line includes a wide range of electric and gas powered sectional drain cleaning machines, drum style machines, high pressure water jetters and a full range of pipeline inspection camera systems and locators.