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NTEA releases 19th edition of Truck Equipment Handbook

The new Handbook is available for $15 NTEA members and $29 nonmembers.

March 16, 2026

Several topics are covered, including a glossary of vehicle industry terminology, weights and measures, overviews od advanced vehicle and fuel technologies and more.

Grove Mountain Partners launches Team First Home Services

The company has named Mike Bornhorst CEO, and announced initial partnerships.

March 13, 2026

New residential services platform with a dedicated focus on plumbing, sewer, water and related home services launches.

Robert Aldrich, VP of product engineering for North America Water Heating at A. O. Smith.

Robert Aldrich appointed vice president of product engineering for North America Water Heating at A. O. Smith

Aldrich joined A. O. Smith in 2001 as part of the company’s four-year manufacturing rotational program.

March 12, 2026

With more than two decades of engineering and product development leadership at A. O. Smith, Aldrich steps into the role at a critical moment for the water heating industry.

The Charlotte Pipe and Foundry and Neenah Foundry logos.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, Neenah Foundry align operations as part of a new commercial structure

Under the updated structure, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry will serve as the primary enterprise over three commercial divisions: Plumbing, Irrigation, and Infrastructure.

March 12, 2026

In recent years, Charlotte Pipe has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including Neenah Enterprises (2022) and Bingham & Taylor (2025)

The graphic for Newsweek America’s Most Charitable Companies.

Watts named one of Newsweek America’s Most Charitable Companies

In the past year, Watts has been recognized by TIME, USA Today, Barron’s, Top Places to Work and Handshake, in addition to multiple Newsweek awards.

March 11, 2026

According to the company, this recognition demonstrates measurable impact of the company’s philanthropic efforts in the communities it serves.

The attendees of PHCC Essentials of Project Management class.

PHCC Essentials of Project Management class teaches attendees detective skills

Leading the class of twenty-four attendees through interactive discussions was Purdue University Professor Emeritus Kirk Alter.

March 11, 2026

During the four-day course, held March 4–7 at Milwaukee Tool’s headquarters in Brookfield, Wisconsin, participants explored how careful analysis, problem-solving, and attention to detail can help project managers identify issues early, make better decisions, and keep projects on track.

A technician working on a Trane Technology product.

Dealer-led giving: inside Trane Technologies’ “Do What’s Right” program

Through its “Do What’s Right” program, Trane Technologies and its dealer network turn growth into goodwill, delivering more than 3,500 donated systems in a record 2025.

Kristen R. Bayles

March 11, 2026

Trane Technologies is reinforcing a simple but increasingly urgent premise: growth and goodwill do not have to exist on separate tracks.

Public restroom dilemmas, faux pas and etiquette

The insights are from the annual survey conducted by Bradley.

March 10, 2026

The annual Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley queried 1,020 American adults Jan. 5 -16, 2026.

Interplay Learning named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Startup Employers 2026

This marks the fourth consecutive year Interplay Learning has earned a place on the list.

March 10, 2026

The recognition comes on the heels of other significant accolades for Interplay Learning, including the 2025 IACET Instructional Impact Award, a 2025 Inc. 5000 listing and inclusion on the Austin Business Journal’s list of the fastest-growing private companies in the Austin area.

Rinnai's REHP Series Electric Heat Pump.

Rinnai REHP Series Electric Heat Pump Water Heater earns 2026 Green GOOD DESIGN Award

The Green GOOD DESIGN program is in its 18th year.

March 6, 2026

The award is presented by The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and recognizes the world’s most important examples of sustainable design.