Plumbing News

PHCC Announces Retirement of CEO Cindy Sheridan, Selects Dan Quinonez as Next CEO

Fri, 29 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Sheridan became PHCC CEO in January 2023. Before that, she served as the PHCC Educational Foundation Chief Operating Officer.

EVAPCO Celebrates 50 Years

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:30:31 -0400

The company is celebrating 50 years of experience in evaporative cooling and heat transfer.

After the Strike: Code-Based Inspections for Residential Safety

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:29:31 -0400

Lightning events blur boundaries between systems, and the safest path back to service is to follow the model codes.

Over 1,500 Attend First-Ever Maine Skills Expo at SMCC

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:35:31 -0400

$22,500 in scholarships were awarded at the event.

Trimble's SkillsUSA Sponsorship Empowers Future Skilled Workforce

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:28:14 -0400

The collaboration focuses on workforce optimization, a core Trimble value that addresses the widening skills gap by making professional technology more accessible.

PPI Backs USMCA Renewal Ahead of 2026 Joint Review Deadline

Fri, 22 May 2026 14:59:00 -0400

Public comments submitted to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) by PPI emphasized that USMCA continues to deliver meaningful benefits for all American manufacturers and workers by supporting stable supply chains, providing investment certainty for companies operating across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and long term industrial growth.

Rethinking How We Work Together at the GF Flow Symposium

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) — Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

At the GF Flow Symposium, conversations focused not just on solving individual problems, but on building the relationships needed to address them over time.

PHCP-PVF Price Increases May 2026

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Plumbing and PVF manufacturers announced another round of price adjustments in May, with most increases falling in the low- to mid-single-digit range, while select product categories, including press fittings, grooved products, valves, PVC fittings, and specialty piping systems, saw larger increases.

Breaking Barriers and Building Futures: Women in the Plumbing Industry

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Over the years, the industry has been evolving, with more women entering the field and bringing fresh perspectives and skills. To further this positive trend, it is essential to continue attracting and supporting women in plumbing.

ASA and PHCC Members Bring Unified Industry Voice to Capitol Hill

Tue, 12 May 2026 13:41:50 -0400

Among the primary topics discussed during congressional meetings was the need to strengthen workforce development initiatives and expand pathways into the skilled trades.

Growing Sales Team at Armstrong Industrial

Tue, 12 May 2026 12:34:57 -0400

Armstrong Industrial has appointed Paul Mitchell as Industrial Sales Manager for UK & EMEA.

The International Code Council's Building Safety Month

Mon, 11 May 2026 16:32:02 -0400

For 46 years, Building Safety Month has helped people understand the impact that building codes have on their daily lives.

Spotless Sewer Lines Play a Key Role in Lining Success

Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Pipe cleaning is not just a preliminary step; it directly affects the integrity of the finished liner. Fortunately, the right combination of nozzles and cutters allows crews to remove even the most stubborn buildup, allowing the liner to work properly once it is installed.

LG Advances in U.S. Department of Energy's Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:25:14 -0400

The company will now begin field trials to demonstrate optimized commercial building performance.

LG Electronics Earns "Top 1%" Sustainability Ranking from S&P Global for Third Year in a Row

Fri, 08 May 2026 11:59:15 -0400

As LG continues its commitment to sustainable management, it is working to transition all global business sites to 100 percent renewable energy by 2050.

Why Prefabrication Is Becoming the Backbone of MEP Contractor Operations

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) — Fri, 08 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

New report from Stratus reveals how labor shortages, material costs, and limited operational visibility are driving digital adoption and prefabrication.

ACCA President and CEO Inspires the Next Generation of Tradespeople in Recognition of National Skilled Trades Day

Thu, 07 May 2026 14:10:26 -0400

James joined a local Arkansas elementary school to celebrate National Skilled Trades Day with a reading of The Air Came to a Stop and the Water Came to a Stop, two books in ACCA's children's book program.

Bradford White Corporation Extends Partnership with Home Repair Services through $10,000 Contribution

Thu, 07 May 2026 13:05:01 -0400

Bradford White’s contribution is funded by Industry Forward, the company’s charitable giving program designed to raise awareness for the skilled trades industry.

J&K Sales Announces Acquisition of Harmon & Company Effective May 4, 2026

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:44:01 -0400

This acquisition aims to strengthen J&K Sales’ presence across New England and adds depth to its coverage in the water systems and pump markets.

iWallet Joins NVIDIA Inception Program to Accelerate AI-Driven Contractor Payments Infrastructure

Thu, 07 May 2026 12:20:22 -0400

Through NVIDIA Inception, iWallet will gain access to GPU resources, software development kits, and engineering guidance.

Bradley Company Survey Illustrates How Restroom Conditions Influence User Confidence and Business Performance

Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:22 -0400

The annual Healthy Handwashing Survey from Bradley queried 1,020 American adults Jan. 5 -16, 2026. Conducted annually since 2009, the survey tracks attitudes and habits around handwashing, hygiene, and restroom perceptions in public facilities.

87% of HVAC and Plumbing Contractors Are Invisible When Homeowners Ask AI

Thu, 07 May 2026 09:30:22 -0400

When a homeowner under 50 opens ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, or Google AI Overviews and asks "my AC stopped working — who do I call" or "best plumber in my city," the answer is almost never one of the 230,000 small or independent contractors in the U.S.

Contractor Commerce, Ferguson Form Alliance to Modernize Buying Experience for Contractors

Wed, 06 May 2026 17:10:22 -0400

By enabling contractors to sell directly from their websites, Contractor Commerce’s platform aims to make it possible for contractors to maintain control over pricing, product offerings and customer relationships.

Partnership Awards 18 Trades Education Equipment Grants

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:06:48 -0400

Explore The Trades (ETT) received a record number of applications for this year’s grants, which the organization said demonstrates an unprecedented interest in career and technical education among students, educators, and school communities across the country.

Why the Skilled Labor Shortage Demands a New Approach

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) — Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

As the industry marks National Skilled Trades Day, leaders are rethinking training and recruitment to build the next generation of technicians.

Trades Skills Expo Draws More Than 1,000

Mon, 04 May 2026 20:06:57 -0400

From heavy machinery to hands-on demonstrations, the community got a front-row-seat look at the careers that keep the world turning, a press release from Bring Back the Trade said.

How Plumbing Contractors Can Grow Without Losing Their Team

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R. Bayles) — Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

As contractors focus on growth, strong supervisors and clear communication are becoming essential to workforce stability.

AD Reports Member Sales Growth in the First Three Months of 2026

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:09:08 -0400

AD’s member count increased by 74 on a net basis during the quarter, primarily driven by the merger with The Commonwealth Group (TCG).

Case Study: Noritz Hybrid Tank-Tankless System Install in Production Bakery

Fri, 01 May 2026 11:30:14 -0400

Three (3) Hybrid Hot commercial water heating systems (Model No.: NHH199100), manufactured by Noritz America, represented by its local sales agent, Tipton Company (Conroe, Texas), were used in this project.

Watts Launches Q2 Learn & Win Sweepstakes: “Rock the Rec Room”

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:51:05 -0400

Participants earn entries by completing Watts training through eLearning courses, Lunch & Learns, or in person sessions at Watts Learning Centers.