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AD Decorative Brands Division Annual Meeting Showcases Momentum, Innovation, and the Power of Connection
<p>AD owner/members and supplier partners came together for the 2025 Decorative Brands Division annual meeting, held June 2–4 at the historic Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot.</p>
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SJE Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation, Growth, and Global Impact
<p>SJE proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary – a milestone that reflects five decades of passion, purpose-driven innovation, and trusted partnerships with global customers and communities across the U.S., China, and Mexico.</p>
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HARDI Distributors Report 2.1% Revenue Decline in May
<p>The annual sales growth for the 12 months through May 2025 is an increase of 3.9%.</p>
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A. O. Smith Announces Summer Promotion with Participating Wholesale Partners
<p>The promotion is available to valued wholesale channel partners and their customers during the summer months. </p>
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A. O. Smith Hires Ming Cheng as Chief Technology Officer
<p> <span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">Cheng</span> replaces Bob Heideman, who has been with the company in different capacities since 1994. </p>
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Oatey Co. Hosts Fifth Annual Ambassador Fest
<p>Oatey welcomed 15 Ambassadors to its premier Cleveland training facility for a multi-day immersive experience that combined hands-on learning, product innovation, community building, and more.</p>
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Grow the Pie Before You Slice It
<p data-end="322" data-start="49">During an executive MBA program, a class of seasoned leaders learned a vital lesson: tough negotiations often miss opportunities to collaborate and grow the pie before dividing it. In business, focusing first on joint growth leads to stronger, more profitable partnerships.</p>
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Policy, Product and the HVACR Channel
<p>Cooling season brings challenges — tariffs, policies, and refrigerant shortages. HARDI is leading the charge to support and guide the industry forward.</p>
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Does Sales Training Work?
<p data-end="229" data-start="59">Sales training often fails unless it’s clear, well-led, and aligned with business goals. Learn six essential tips to make your sales training truly effective and lasting.</p>
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The Next Generation of Innovators
<p>A new generation is reshaping the PHCP-PVF industry by combining trusted values with fresh innovation. Leaders from APR Supply and Southern Supply share how they’re using technology and modern strategies to drive growth while honoring the legacy of those before them.</p>
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Backflow Prevention and Testing Developments Offer Powerful Protection for Water Supplies
<p>Backflow prevention is going digital. From smart flood alerts and automatic shutoff valves to mobile testing apps, new technologies are reshaping how plumbing pros protect clean water — and save time, property, and lives.</p>
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PMI Tracks Nationwide Patchwork of EPR Laws
<article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-14"><div tabindex="-1"><div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="1a791a30-bc63-45ce-a32d-6ed0f46b9257" data-message-model-slug="gpt-4o"><p data-end="155" data-is-last-node data-is-only-node data-start="0">With EPR packaging laws on the rise, PMI highlights Minnesota and Maryland as fair, effective models — and urges other states to follow suit.<span data-state="closed"></span></p></div></div></article><div data-edge="true"></div>
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The New Kid on the Block
<p>Told he was crazy to start an independent plumbing supply house, John Burgin proved the doubters wrong. Ten years later, BK Plumbing Supply is thriving — driven by family values, loyal customers, and a commitment to service that puts people first in an era of consolidation.</p>
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Tariffs
<p>With tariffs back in the spotlight, one industry veteran breaks down their purpose, power, and peril—arguing that trade policy is now a matter of national survival, not just economic strategy.</p>
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Metals and Minerals in the Spotlight
<p>As President Trump ramps up efforts to revive coal and secure critical minerals, over 2,300 U.S. metals and mining projects worth $300 billion are underway—fueling demand for pipe, valves, and fittings amid rising global tensions, permitting delays, and a race for resource independence.</p>
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OPEC+ to Increase Oil Output
<p>July 2025 opens with economic uncertainty as oil supply rises, tariffs disrupt trade, labor shortages persist, and key infrastructure projects offer some stability.</p>
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Rheem Partners with Atlanta Habitat for Humanity to Make Homeownership a Reality for Local Military Veteran
<p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style=" font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Rheem sponsors home build as part of 100th anniversary celebrations.</span><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: center; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"> </span> </p>
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The PVF Roundtable Presents: A Cowboy, Cocktails, Caviar & Comedy Dinner Presentation Featuring Special Guest Chad Prather
<p data-end="1167" data-start="986">This special PVF Roundtable event will be held at the Bayou City Event Center in Houston, Texas, offering an evening of laughter, cocktails, caviar, and unforgettable entertainment.</p>
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Navien Begins Shipping Highly Anticipated NWP500 Series Heat Pump Water Heater
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">This next-generation, eco-friendly water heating solution is now ready to deliver outstanding efficiency, advanced connectivity, and ultra-quiet operation for residential applications across the USA and Canada.</span> </p>
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HARDI and Texas A&M Master of Industrial Distribution Announce Daniel Jennings Memorial Scholarship Recipients
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">This year’s recipients exemplify the kind of forward-thinking leadership that will shape the future of the HVACR industry for years to come.</span> </p>
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Watts Unites Nexa and The Detection Group to Deliver Industry-Leading Leak Protection and Intelligent Water Management
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">The combination brings together Nexa, Watts’ powerful intelligent water management platform, with The Detection Group’s market-leading wireless leak detection technology.</span></p>
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NETZSCH Pumps USA Announces Chad Huskey as Regional Sales Manager – Environmental for Southeast Region
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">Huskey brings a strong background in mechanical equipment and technical sales, along with extensive experience in municipal and industrial markets.</span> </p>
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Former Ferguson President and CEO David Peebles Passes Away
<p data-end="322" data-start="134">Peebles, a driving force behind Ferguson’s rise from a regional supply business to one of the largest U.S. distributors, passed away June 13., 2025.</p>
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DriSteem Expands Partnership with Custom Mechanical Solutions (CMS) to Oregon
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">Previously serving as DriSteem’s exclusive representative in Washington State, CMS will now also represent DriSteem in the state of Oregon.</span></p>
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F.W. Webb Opens Expanded Rochester, New York, Facility to Streamline Support for Trade Professionals
<p>F.W. Webb Company has consolidated its Rochester, New York, operations into a state-of-the-art, 170,000-square-foot facility, creating a comprehensive resource to propel the vital work of trade professionals across Western New York. </p>
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Rapid Locking System Celebrates National HVAC Technician Day
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">The team at RLS wanted to show their gratitude for the men and women who keep homes and businesses comfortable, safe, and running efficiently year-round.</span> </p>
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Lehman Pipe and Supply Announces Strategic Acquisition of Cole Industrial
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">While the transaction represents a formal acquisition, both organizations view this as a true partnership rooted in mutual respect and a commitment to the trades.</span> </p>
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Winsupply N Richmond Opens in Growing Market
<p>Led by Local Company President Matt Jones, he and his staff have over 100 years of expertise and experience in HVAC sales.</p>
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Airzone and ecobee Partner to Deliver Sustainable HVAC Automation
<p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">This partnership will allow the integration of Inverter (VRF/mini-split) HVAC units into the ecobee smart home ecosystem, unlocking energy-saving automations for the fastest-growing category of HVAC technology.</span> </p>
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Frank Webb Home Unveils Interactive Showroom in Swanzey, New Hampshire Featuring Luxury Kitchen and Bath Displays
<p>Frank Webb Home has officially opened its newest showroom in Swanzey, New Hampshire, designed to inspire and outfit homeowners, designers, and contractors with industry-leading kitchen, bath, and lighting solutions. </p>