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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.

A man looking at a smart device while working on an appliance.

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.

A large group of kindergarten students outside of a school on "We Love STEM" day.

RIDGID “We Love STEM Day”: 60 students explore STEM’s role in manufacturing

RIDGID hosts hands-on STEM education event for local students, inspiring the next generation of engineers and trade professionals.

July 1, 2025

RIDGID welcomed 60 students to its Elyria, Ohio, headquarters for its annual “We Love STEM Day,” offering interactive activities that connect classroom learning to real-world applications in manufacturing and the skilled trades.

A graphic with "Advancing Backflow Awareness to Safeguard Public Water" written on it.

Watts to host live webinar addressing public awareness gaps in backflow prevention

Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

June 30, 2025

Set for July 24, the session will share insights from a recent homeowner survey and offer practical guidance to help water safety professionals communicate backflow risks more effectively.