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• Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation to Acquire Intellihot

  Intellihot offers gas and electric tankless water heaters with market-leading energy efficiency and cost savings.

• QuickFitting Expands Brass Push-to-Connect Line

  QuickFitting has announced that it has expanded its brass push-to-connect product line with 47 new SKUs across eight product categories.

• Koldwave Announces Master Distribution Partnership With Neuco for Replacement Parts

  Koldwave is pleased to announce a new partnership with Neuco, naming the company as the master distributor for Koldwave replacement parts.

• LIXIL and JICA Partner to Bring Safe Sanitation to 500,000 People

  JICA and LIXIL signed a MOU establishing a framework for collaboration and cooperation aimed at solving water and sanitation challenges in developing countries.

• F.W. Webb Opens 143,000-Square-Foot Store and Warehouse in Central Islip, N.Y.

  The facility offers fast buy-and-go service, with convenient pickup for orders placed by phone, text or the F.W. Webb mobile app.

• F.W. Webb Opens Whippany, N.J., Store

  F.W. Webb Company has opened a new wholesale store and warehouse in Whippany, N.J., replacing its former Madison location.

• Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company Celebrates 125 Years

  Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, a fifth-generation, family-owned manufacturer, is celebrating 125 years in business this year.

• Repair, Don’t Replace: How Cincinnati Public Schools Simplified Maintenance with Mixing Valves

  Because mixing valves are crucial for preventing scalding, thermal shock and Legionella, the CPS maintenance team required a timely and safe solution to protect students and staff while enhancing water efficiency.

• PHCPPros Welcomes Tom Schulte as Account Executive

  After completing training for his new role, Schulte will handle media sales in the Midwest and Southeast territories.

• Ariston Names Regional Sales Managers for Water Heating

  Rob Mahoney and Ron Johnson tabbed for roles in Northeast and Southeast.

• Dearborn Universal Pop Down Sink Drain Named Top-Five Finalist in Global Design Awards

  The innovative drain was recognized in the 2026 Architizer A+Product Awards, which honor standout products selected by industry leaders.

• AD Announces Intent to Acquire supplyFORCE

  The acquisition would expand AD’s capabilities to help independent distributors collaborate on national account opportunities.

• QuickFitting Signs Agreement to Be Acquired by Everflow

  The acquisition pairs QuickFitting’s differentiated connection technologies with Everflow’s nationwide distribution platform, expanding opportunities for customers across North America.

• Nominate a Young Professional for Our 2026 Generation PHCP Honorary Listing!

  Help us celebrate those who are carrying the torch from previous generations and keeping the PHCP industry burning bright!

• Winsupply Inc. Area Leader Team Grows Strategically

  The Winsupply Family of Companies is growing its national Area Leader team with several new appointments responsible for coaching and recruiting entrepreneurs in wholesale distribution.

• Legend Valve Announces Executive Leadership Promotions

  The announcement follows a period of meaningful transition for Legend and reinforces the company’s focus on stability, continuity, and long-term growth.

• RLS Celebrates National HVAC Tech Day

  To celebrate HVAC/R technicians, the RLS team hosted a training session with Sila HPEC, where more than 20 technicians participated in an RLS training.

• AD Recognized Across North America With Multiple Workplace Honors in 2026

  AD has earned multiple workplace recognitions in 2026, including Top Workplaces honors in the U.S. and Great Place to Work recognition in Canada.

• Daikin Applied Announces Leadership Updates

  The appointments take effect July 1, 2026, and strengthen the company's operating model as it continues to support customers and execute its strategic priorities.

• A. O. Smith Launches Summer Promotion With Participating Wholesale Partners

  The offer is available for valued wholesale channel partners and their customers.

• Disruption, Resilience, and the Enduring Value of Discernment in Wholesale Distribution

  Disruption has become a permanent feature of leadership conversations in wholesale distribution. It shows up in discussions about technology, workforce dynamics, regulation, and shifting customer expectations.

• Distributors Have Always Built Great Cultures Remotely

  When the pandemic cast many people out of their workplaces and into their home offices, dining rooms and kitchen nooks, an argument began to spread that it was impossible to develop a strong culture remotely.

• Enthusiasm for Skilled Trades Careers Gains Momentum

  Across the United States, Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is seeing enthusiasm for the skilled trades gain momentum — with governments increasingly focused on investing in career and technical education and on establishing new training initiatives.

• Rheem’s Next Century

  As Rheem approaches its second century in business, the company continues to balance its legacy of reliability with a forward-looking strategy centered on innovation, sustainability and stronger channel partnerships.

• Innovation in Motion

  In the HVAC industry, innovation is often born in the field, shaped by the everyday frustrations technicians face on the job.

• Talent as a Differentiator

  The HVACR industry has never lacked for complexity. Changes to regulations, evolving technology, and the constant pressure of a competitive market have always kept distributors on their toes.

• Building a Different Path Forward

  For independent wholesale distributors across North America, succession planning has become one of the industry’s most pressing conversations.

• Honoring Service at Lehman Pipe and Supply

  As our nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States, it also serves as a reminder that the strength of our country has always been shaped by the individuals willing to serve and protect it.

• Stacking Value, Stacking Margins: The Distributor’s Guide to Service-Led Growth

  Distributors have been offering value-added services ranging from kitting, construction equipment rental and lighting design services to full-service supply chain solutions.

• The Generational War

  Battles seem to be emerging everywhere: over religion, geography, politics, sports, beliefs, families, and so much more.