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• Close Out KBIS 2026 with Brothers Osborne

  <p data-end="205" data-start="49">Attendees can wrap up KBIS 2026 on a high note with a special performance by Brothers Osborne, one of country music’s most dynamic and award-winning duos.</p>

• AIM/R Honors McGuire President Bob Williams with 2025 Golden Eagle Award

  <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;">Each year, AIM/R members nominate a manufacturing leader who exemplifies the values of partnering with independent manufacturers' representatives to take products to market.</span> </p>

• Coburn Supply Announces Regional Leadership Transitions

  <p>Coburn Supply is proud to announce the promotions of Matt Hebert and Jason Kolb to the position of general manager.</p>

• Rheem Supports Heat Pump Water Heater Day Efforts

  <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;">Focused on design, emerging technologies and the future of hot water, Rheem experts are sharing insights on the benefits of heat pumps.</span> </p>

• Alex Housten of Rheem Named to Manufacturers Association Board of Directors

  <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;">Housten serves as Rheem’s chief operating officer and is responsible for leading Rheem North America.</span> </p>

• Barry Company Appoints Travis Barnes President

  <p>Barnes is a decorated U.S. Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, and proven operator with deep experience in building resilient, growth-oriented businesses.&nbsp;</p><br>

• Chicago Faucets Sponsors ASHE Webinar: Plumbing Design Strategies to Control Waterborne Pathogens in Healthcare Facilities

  <p>Chicago Faucets is proud to serve as a sponsor of ASHE Engineering Week 2025, a national initiative recognizing the essential role of healthcare engineers in creating safer, more efficient facilities.</p>

• PVF Industry Icon Jerry Slattery Passes Away

  <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;">Known for his deep industry knowledge, and unwavering commitment to excellence, Slattery left an enduring impact on colleagues, customers, and the industry he helped shape.</span> </p>

• Rinnai America Appoints Craig Bryan Vice President of Finance

  <p style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style=" font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Rinnai America </span><span style=" font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> has announced that Craig Bryan was recently appointed vice president of finance and a new member of the company’s executive leadership team.</span></p>

• United Fire Systems NITROGEN-PAC M Series Earns FM Approval

  <p>United Fire Systems is proud to announce that its NITROGEN-PAC M Series Nitrogen Generator Modules (Models NGM-5 through NGM-60) have officially achieved FM Approval.</p>

• MFC Flange Expands Capabilities with New In-House Machining and Customization Services

  <p><span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style=" font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">MFC Flange</span>&nbsp;<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style=" font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">is proud to announce the expansion of its U.S. manufacturing capabilities with the addition of advanced in-house machining and customization equipment.</span></p>

• Koldwave Appoints Cyrus Gardner as National Sales Manager

  <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;">Gardner brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Koldwave, with a career spanning more than two decades in the HVAC industry.</span> </p>

• Viega North America Ohio Plant Earns LEED Gold Certification

  <p>This achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to advancing its presence in North America through sustainable construction and manufacturing practices.</p>

• Best Companies Group Names T&S Brass One of Best Places to Work in Manufacturing for 2026

  <p><span style=" font-style: normal; font-weight: 300; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: justify; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; display: inline !important; float: none;">The recognition is based on rigorous evaluation, including direct feedback from employees across the manufacturing industry.</span> </p>

• Denton County Winwater Opens in Booming Texas Market

  <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;">President Colin Warren and his team of two employees opened their doors on Sept. 1, 2025.</span> </p><br>

• A. O. Smith Announces Fall Promotion with Participating Wholesale Partners

  <p>A. O. Smith has launched its highly anticipated Fall Tools promotion.</p>

• Water Treatment Technologies

  <article data-scroll-anchor="true" data-testid="conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant" data-turn-id="request-WEB:1b53b012-7e0b-4ef2-a83b-d005e5350faa-0" tabindex="-1"><div tabindex="-1"><div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="9973921f-27d5-4081-b4fc-7bba244b30eb" data-message-model-slug="gpt-4-1-mini"><p data-end="212" data-is-last-node data-is-only-node data-start="0">Rising concerns over lead in U.S. drinking water and new EPA rules are driving a surge in demand for certified treatment systems—here’s what homeowners and professionals need to know to choose the right solution.</p></div></div></article><div data-edge="true"></div>

• J.C. Whitlam Manufacturing Company Announces Appointment of Josh Brodsky as Eastern Regional Sales Manager

  <p>In his new role, Brodsky will be responsible for managing all wholesale distributor accounts and sales initiatives throughout the Eastern Territory, driving continued growth.</p>

• Navien NWP500 Heat Pump Water Heater Wins Prestigious 2025 IDEA Silver Award

  <p>Navien is proud to announce that its NWP500 Heat Pump Water Heater has been awarded the Silver Prize at the 2025 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA).</p>

• Global Handwashing Day 2025 Underscores Power of Soap and Water to Save Lives

  <p>Bradley celebrates the global advocacy event by highlighting the proven health benefits of handwashing.<br><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>

• Coburn Supply Honors Scotty Daniels with 2025 Spirit Award

  <p>With more than 30 years of service, Scotty has become a cornerstone of Coburn’s “Team Blue” culture — known for his integrity, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to customers and employees alike.</p>

• Rinnai Opens First-Ever Canadian Warehouse to Serve Growing Market

  <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;">Effective immediately, Rinnai products will be stocked and shipped from a new distribution center in Markham, Ontario.</span></p>

• Munch’s Supply Raises $75,391 for St. Jude Funds to Support Research in Fighting Childhood Cancer

  <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 annual St. Jude fundraising effort is an integral part of operations for Munch’s Supply, which has been donating for more than a decade to the hospital’s mission of curing pediatric diseases.</span> </p>

• Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award Narrows 2025 Watch List to Top 25 Quarterbacks

  <p>The award is presented by the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Educational Foundation in partnership with A. O. Smith, whose long-standing commitment to innovation and excellence mirrors the values of the Golden Arm tradition.</p>

• Fayette Pipe Names Eric Mampel Vice President of Operations

  <p>Mampel brings more than 20 years of experience in tube and pipe manufacturing, along with a strong record of leadership, technical expertise, and hands-on industry knowledge.</p>

• Frank Webb Home Moves Stamford Showroom to Larger Space

  <p>The brand-new Stamford showroom at 2041 West Main St. offers expanded product lines, interactive displays, and a customer-friendly experience in a 4,800-square-foot space. </p>

• YORK Rooftop Unit Passes and Exceeds Testing Phase of U.S. Department of Energy Commercial Building HVAC Technology Challenge

  <p>YORK developed an innovative, all-electric 15-ton rooftop unit heat pump for cold climates.</p>

• LPG, IMARK Plumbing, and Walter Morris Welcome Professionals to Oktoberfest-Themed Conference

  <p>LPG, IMARK and Walter Morris joined forces to host an Oktoberfest-themed educational event for kitchen and bath showrooms in Foxborough, <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;">Massachusetts</span>, on Oct. 1.</p>

• Lochinvar Celebrates 20 Years of Knight Residential Boiler

  <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 residential boiler line has undergone six different iterations since its introduction in 2005.</span> </p>

• National Pump Company Expands NSF-Certified Material Options

  <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;">With the addition of 19 materials, the total number of NSF-certified choices has increased from 36 to 55 across 13 certified components.</span> </p>