Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

Aleksandar Milenkov Promoted to President of KAI Engineering

As President of Engineering, Milenkov will provide executive leadership for KAI’s engineering practice, setting the strategic vision and championing innovation, technical excellence, and client success across all engineering disciplines.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 26, 2026

Milenkov is a leader in mechanical engineering with more than 22 years of focused experience in HVAC, steam and chilled water systems, utility master planning, facility energy auditing and analysis, energy/stress/flow modeling, and construction administration.

2027 International Codes Add Provisions

The 2027 International Codes will be published later this year, and jurisdictions can adopt the ICC/MBI 1200 series standards now.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 25, 2026

The 2026 update reflects the Department's growing interest in leveraging off-site construction to improve efficiency and scalability across military construction programs.

(Left to right) : Dean Camastro, Vice President of Sales, North America, and Kurt Raabe, Vice President of Product Strategy & Key Accounts.

Duravit Americas Announces Sales and Commercial Leadership Realignment

This initiative is part of a strategic restructuring of the brand’s North American sales and commercial leadership.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 24, 2026

Collaborating closely with Bleich and Duravit’s global leadership team, Camastro and Raabe will serve as pivotal drivers to support the company’s long-term vision and sustained market growth.

IWSH, Local Plumbers Complete Major Upgrades at Los Angeles Mission

Qualified plumbers from eight Southern California contractors, representing six United Association locals, brought their expertise to the installations.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 22, 2026

The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH), the public charity of IAPMO, has completed a major plumbing upgrade at the Los Angeles Mission, strengthening essential facilities used by more than 1,000 people each day.

Infographic showing WarmlyYours' floor heating growth.

WarmlyYours Q2 Sales Report Shows Floor Heating Drove Growth

Q2 2026 floor heating sales grew 14.3%

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 21, 2026

Radiant floor heating is expanding rapidly into commercial environments and early-stage project specifications, defying broader housing and remodeling market headwinds through strong “stay-put” renovation and trade labor efficiency trends.

Weil-McLain Launches Limited-Time ECO Hybrid Smarter Heating Rebate

Qualifying installations include an ECO HP Indoor Unit, ECO HP Outdoor Unit and ECO HP Accessory Box.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 20, 2026

The rebate can be combined with eligible state and federal incentives, helping reduce the upfront cost of installing a hybrid heating system while giving contractors another tool to help customers invest in higher-efficiency equipment.

Plumbing Industry Adds $442B to U.S. Economy, Faces 550,000-Worker Shortage

Two recent studies find the economic impact of plumbers & plumbing manufacturers, and the projected shortfall of plumbers by 2027.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 20, 2026

Plumbing Manufacturers International’s “Plumbing Manufacturing Industry Economic Impact Study” reveals the combined, total economic impact of plumbers and plumbing manufacturers to be more than $442 billion annually, with almost 1.8 million jobs, and over $142 billion in wages.

50 Years Since First Legionnaires’ Outbreak, Still No Meaningful Progress on Disease Prevention

APLD advocates for a comprehensive “source-to-tap” approach that addresses Legionella risks throughout the entire water system.

Plumbing & Mechanical Editorial Staff

August 19, 2026

In the 50 years since Legionnaires’ was given its name, tens of thousands of Americans have lost their lives to this disease which is the leading cause of waterborne illness and death in the US.