https://www.pmmag.com/rss/5174-news en-us The expanded portfolio extends Phyn’s water protection technology across a broader range of residential and commercial properties.  The expanded portfolio extends Phyn’s water protection technology across a broader range of residential and commercial properties.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107792 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107792-phyn-unveils-expanded-water-monitoring-and-protection-portfolio Located in Lee, New Hampshire, Wilson Controls was founded in 2012. The company engineers, programs, integrates, and supports PLC and SCADA systems, instrumentation, and control panels. Located in Lee, New Hampshire, Wilson Controls was founded in 2012. The company engineers, programs, integrates, and supports PLC and SCADA systems, instrumentation, and control panels. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107794 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107794-sje-acquires-wilson-controls Existing contracts remain in effect according to their terms, and customers should expect no interruption to their current products, specifications, technical support, and sales relationships. Existing contracts remain in effect according to their terms, and customers should expect no interruption to their current products, specifications, technical support, and sales relationships.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107793 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107793-reliable-automatic-sprinkler-and-asc-engineered-solutions-unite-to-form-reliable-safety-and-flow The event, held Oct. 8-14 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, brings together plumbing engineers, designers, contractors and other industry professionals, with the exposition scheduled for Oct. 12-13. Bradford White Corporation will exhibit at booth 815. The event, held Oct. 8-14 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, brings together plumbing engineers, designers, contractors and other industry professionals, with the exposition scheduled for Oct. 12-13. Bradford White Corporation will exhibit at booth 815.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107791 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107791-bradford-white-corporation-showcases-brand-portfolio-at-2026-aspe-convention-and-expo JACLO and Durst will continue to operate under their own names, with no changes to products or ordering. Key leadership will also remain in place. JACLO and Durst will continue to operate under their own names, with no changes to products or ordering. Key leadership will also remain in place.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107789 Sat, 03 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107789-jaclo-joins-top-knobs-and-watermark-designs Hundreds of attendees gathered at Nexstar Network's Super Meeting from September 15-18. Hundreds of attendees gathered at Nexstar Network's Super Meeting from September 15-18. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107790 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107790-nexstar-network-hosts-annual-super-meeting ServiceTitan released its The Update: 2026 State of AI in the Trades report, revealing that contractors are increasingly focused on how to effectively implement AI and translate its productivity benefits into measurable business results. ServiceTitan released its The Update: 2026 State of AI in the Trades report, revealing that contractors are increasingly focused on how to effectively implement AI and translate its productivity benefits into measurable business results.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107786 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107786-servicetitan-report-contractors-shift-focus-to-ai-productivity Bob joins GF with over 20 years of experience in the building products and plumbing industries, leading teams across premier brands such as American Standard, Delta Faucet, Grohe, and Duravit. Bob joins GF with over 20 years of experience in the building products and plumbing industries, leading teams across premier brands such as American Standard, Delta Faucet, Grohe, and Duravit.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107787 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107787-gf-appoints-robert-downie-vp-sales-us-of-gf-building-flow-solutions-americas Business leaders Greg Offner and Adam Markel will present actionable insights as SPARK’s keynotes next year. Business leaders Greg Offner and Adam Markel will present actionable insights as SPARK’s keynotes next year.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107784 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107784-bdr-announces-keynote-speakers-for-spark-2027 As part of the anniversary, Sloan has examined the societal, technological, and regulatory shifts that transformed commercial restrooms over the last 12 decades, from the early days of modern sanitation to today's era of smart, connected building technologies. As part of the anniversary, Sloan has examined the societal, technological, and regulatory shifts that transformed commercial restrooms over the last 12 decades, from the early days of modern sanitation to today's era of smart, connected building technologies.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107782 Tue, 29 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107782-sloan-celebrates-120-years The new offerings feature higher output and enhanced hot water performance to provide more options and meet the growing demand for larger residential and light commercial applications. The new offerings feature higher output and enhanced hot water performance to provide more options and meet the growing demand for larger residential and light commercial applications.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107781 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:18:29 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107781-rheem-broadens-hydronics-boiler-offerings-with-heating-and-hot-water-solutions Founded in 1916, the plumbing manufacturer will commemorate its milestone anniversary with monthlong celebrations beginning on Manufacturing Day, October 2, recognizing the associates who have helped shape its success. Founded in 1916, the plumbing manufacturer will commemorate its milestone anniversary with monthlong celebrations beginning on Manufacturing Day, October 2, recognizing the associates who have helped shape its success.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107778 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107778-oatey-co-celebrates-110-years The Houston distribution center is expected to become operational in Q4 2026. The Houston distribution center is expected to become operational in Q4 2026.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107775 Fri, 25 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107775-fgi-industries-opens-houston-distribution-center Tickets are gone, but exhibitor spots are still open through the end of September. Tickets are gone, but exhibitor spots are still open through the end of September. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107774 Thu, 24 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107774-bring-back-the-trades-sells-out-2026-massachusetts-skills-expo UDig will share more about Sales Cockpit and its work with Ferguson to support trade professionals at the Industrial Supply Association Fall Summit, October 27 in San Antonio, TX. UDig will share more about Sales Cockpit and its work with Ferguson to support trade professionals at the Industrial Supply Association Fall Summit, October 27 in San Antonio, TX.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107771 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107771-ferguson-and-udig-team-up-to-speed-up-the-counter-for-time-strapped-contractors The annual conference will provide contractors with opportunities to strengthen their businesses, expand their knowledge and connect with industry peers and partners. The annual conference will provide contractors with opportunities to strengthen their businesses, expand their knowledge and connect with industry peers and partners.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107769 Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:46:30 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107769-phcc-connect-2026-to-bring-plumbing-and-hvacr-professionals-together-in-milwaukee Founded on a people-first philosophy in 2025, Team First partners with owner-led plumbing companies that prioritize investing in their employees, developing skilled technicians, and delivering outstanding service to homeowners. Founded on a people-first philosophy in 2025, Team First partners with owner-led plumbing companies that prioritize investing in their employees, developing skilled technicians, and delivering outstanding service to homeowners.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107766 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107766-team-first-home-services-partners-with-texas-based-holloway-plumbing The collaboration represents another step forward for the home services industry to transform the digital transaction experience for homeowners. The collaboration represents another step forward for the home services industry to transform the digital transaction experience for homeowners.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107765 Sat, 19 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107765-contractor-commerce-and-finturf-break-the-credit-card-ceiling The FacilitiesNet Vision Award recognizes manufacturers across 12 categories that contribute to the efficient, profitable operation and management of commercial buildings in the United States. The FacilitiesNet Vision Award recognizes manufacturers across 12 categories that contribute to the efficient, profitable operation and management of commercial buildings in the United States.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107764 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107764-lochinvar-receives-vision-award-for-regent-commercial-tankless-water-heater CEO Chris Peel, joined thousands of volunteers across the country to honor the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance through the 9/11 Day Meal Pack. CEO Chris Peel, joined thousands of volunteers across the country to honor the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance through the 9/11 Day Meal Pack.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107762 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:00:38 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107762-rheem-honors-25th-anniversary-of-9-11-through-national-day-of-service The educational curriculum is complemented by local experiences beginning with an optional tour of McWilliams Heating, Cooling & Plumbing and a Zoo Brew Opening Party at Lufkin’s Ellen Trout Zoo on Wednesday, March 3. The educational curriculum is complemented by local experiences beginning with an optional tour of McWilliams Heating, Cooling & Plumbing and a Zoo Brew Opening Party at Lufkin’s Ellen Trout Zoo on Wednesday, March 3. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107718 Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107718-lemon-seed-ventures-into-the-wilderness-for-its-2027-conference NTEA's 2026 Executive Leadership will begin with a welcome reception on Sept. 21. NTEA's 2026 Executive Leadership will begin with a welcome reception on Sept. 21. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107715 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107715-nteas-executive-leadership-summit-is-in-less-than-2-weeks Valuation begins with the owner's own books and operating data to establish what the company is worth today. Its agentic analysis then identifies the factors driving that value, benchmarks the business against peers and highlights the levers with the greatest potential impact. Valuation begins with the owner's own books and operating data to establish what the company is worth today. Its agentic analysis then identifies the factors driving that value, benchmarks the business against peers and highlights the levers with the greatest potential impact.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107716 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107716-reins-launches-valuation Hansen’s appointment places IAPMO at the table in a public-private advisory system that provides U.S. government policymakers with industry expertise on trade barriers, implementation of trade agreements, uniform conformity assessment programs, and other matters affecting American businesses and workers. Hansen’s appointment places IAPMO at the table in a public-private advisory system that provides U.S. government policymakers with industry expertise on trade barriers, implementation of trade agreements, uniform conformity assessment programs, and other matters affecting American businesses and workers. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107723 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107723-iapmos-dain-hansen-appointed-to-us-government-industry-trade-advisory-committee Organizations, businesses and residents throughout Northeast Ohio were encouraged to donate new and gently used tools and building materials to support Habitat for Humanity’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout the Greater Cleveland region. Organizations, businesses and residents throughout Northeast Ohio were encouraged to donate new and gently used tools and building materials to support Habitat for Humanity’s mission of providing safe, affordable housing opportunities throughout the Greater Cleveland region.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107717 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107717-sonnhalter-tool-drive-donates-25-000-to-greater-cleveland-habitat Copper Advocates will receive updates on policy developments, industry issues, and copper's economic impact, along with opportunities to lend their voice when relevant advocacy needs arise. Copper Advocates will receive updates on policy developments, industry issues, and copper's economic impact, along with opportunities to lend their voice when relevant advocacy needs arise. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107714 Sat, 12 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107714-copper-development-association-launches-copper-advocates-program AI Service Advisor assessed $1.4 billion in maintenance spend during open beta, aiming to help fleets reduce time in the shop and avoid unnecessary costs. AI Service Advisor assessed $1.4 billion in maintenance spend during open beta, aiming to help fleets reduce time in the shop and avoid unnecessary costs.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107710 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:00:45 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107710-fleetio-expands-ai-service-advisor Wint's platform uses AI algorithms to analyze water data in commercial and industrial buildings in real time, giving facilities and risk teams precise visibility into where water is being used, wasted, or lost before damage occurs. Wint's platform uses AI algorithms to analyze water data in commercial and industrial buildings in real time, giving facilities and risk teams precise visibility into where water is being used, wasted, or lost before damage occurs. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107707 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107707-wint-raises-36-million-in-series-d-funding The alliance’s first priority is to extend the reach of these programs with a digital onramp designed to help people anywhere in the country begin building job-relevant skills right away, while connecting employers with emerging talent sooner. The alliance’s first priority is to extend the reach of these programs with a digital onramp designed to help people anywhere in the country begin building job-relevant skills right away, while connecting employers with emerging talent sooner. 

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107706 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:39 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107706-industry-leaders-launch-data-center-workforce-initiative Oatey Co. has earned two workplace honors recognizing its efforts to attract, develop and retain top talent in Northeast Ohio. Oatey Co. has earned two workplace honors recognizing its efforts to attract, develop and retain top talent in Northeast Ohio.

]]> http://www.pmmag.com/articles/107703 Tue, 08 Sep 2026 12:04:04 -0400 https://www.pmmag.com/articles/107703-oatey-co-named-top-workplace-in-northeast-ohio