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  • Oatey Co. Promotes Liz Wells to Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer

    <p>Wells will continue to drive cross-functional collaboration across Oatey to align technology with company business priorities, boost operational excellence, support associates, and deliver value to the customer.</p>

  • Oatey Co. Promotes John Wright to Vice President, Analytics

    <p>Having joined Oatey in early 2025, Wright will continue to advance the company’s data and analytics capabilities, with an emphasis on emerging technologies, including AI, and their impact on operations and decision-making.</p>

  • Duravit Introduces Balcoon Bathroom Series

    <p>Balcoon, a bold new collection by Patricia Urquiola, offers accessible luxury, nature-inspired finishes, and a fresh architectural approach to modern bathrooms.</p>

  • Rinnai Promotes Perry McGuire to Senior Vice President, Legal, Government Affairs and People

    <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;">In this expanded role, McGuire will continue to lead the company’s legal function while also assuming oversight of people and culture, further aligning Rinnai’s people strategy with its long-term business objectives.</span> </p>

  • Four Skills and Behaviors Defining Elite Distribution Leaders

    <p data-path-to-node="0">Beyond traditional product knowledge, discover the four critical pillars of modern leadership—from financial literacy to operational excellence—that are defining the next generation of elite distribution professionals.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • Softeners and Corrosion: What PHC Professionals Need to Know

    <p data-path-to-node="0">Debunk the long-standing industry myth that water softeners cause pipe damage by exploring the science-backed reality of how cation exchange actually impacts plumbing longevity and corrosion.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • Celebrating the Spirit of Independence

    <p data-path-to-node="0">Celebrate 160 years of <b data-index-in-node="23" data-path-to-node="0">F.W. Webb</b>, a powerhouse of the Northeast that has evolved from a single storefront in 1866 to a $2.6 billion distribution leader by mastering the art of stewardship and "building the bench" for the future of the trades.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p><p><br></p>

  • SCOTUS Strikes Down Trump Tariffs

    <p data-path-to-node="0">As the PVF sector navigates a massive shift in trade policy following the SCOTUS ruling on Trump-era tariffs, staying ahead of fluctuating energy prices and supply chain disruptions will be the key to maintaining project schedules in 2026.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • The AI Capability PHCP Distributors Are Missing

    <p data-path-to-node="0">Discover how AI is solving the "cross-referencing gap" in PHCP distribution, allowing sales teams to instantly match outside brands and turn complex plan-and-spec work into a high-margin revenue driver.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • The Great Makeover: Why Electrification Is Our “Excellent” Opportunity

    <p data-path-to-node="0">Explore how the plumbing and heating industry is trading traditional boilers for high-efficiency electrification, turning the "Great Makeover" of 2026 into a massive opportunity for contractors and wholesalers.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co. — A Century of Strength

    <p>Celebrating a century of craftsmanship and family values, Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co. reflects on its 100-year journey from a New York basement to a cornerstone of the plumbing industry.</p>

  • QuickFitting Webcast Demonstrates Flameless Connection Solutions for A2L Refrigerants

    <p>The live demonstration addressed industry transition to mildly flammable refrigerants and growing need for mechanical fitting solutions.</p>

  • F.W. Webb Launches Mobile App to Help Trade Professionals Work Smarter and Order Faster

    <p>F.W. Webb's new mobile app gives contractors, facility managers, and technicians the ability to order equipment, tools, fittings, and accessories right from their phones, keeping their projects on schedule.</p>

  • Wolseley Canada Invests in Skilled Trades Atlantic Canada Student Bursaries

    <p>Wolseley Canada is excited to announce $15,000 in bursaries for post-secondary schools in Atlantic Canada to help offset the financial cost associated with obtaining a skilled trades education.&nbsp;</p>

  • REHAU Names Erick Felsch Director, Strategic Builder Accounts, Water Technologies Division

    <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;">In this role, Felsch will focus on expanding REHAU’s national builder footprint and driving growth in key markets across the region.</span> </p>

  • Armstrong Fluid Technology Appoints Danilo Elez CEO

    <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;">In this role, Elez will lead the company’s next phase of growth and innovation.</span> </p>

  • AD Names 2026 LLC Board of Directors Following Owner/Member Vote

    <p>AD has announced that its owner/members elected one new director to its LLC Board of Directors and re-elected two directors following its annual board nomination and voting process</p>

  • 2026 Boiler Report: No Single Answer

    <p data-path-to-node="0">The 2026 Boiler Report explores how leading manufacturers are navigating a complex landscape of electrification mandates, hybrid technologies, and workforce challenges to shape the future of hydronic heating.</p><p data-path-to-node="1"></p>

  • Bello Mobile Logs 7,000 Miles, Bringing ‘Old School’ Connection to Showroom Floors

    <p>After a cross-country tour spanning more than 7,000 miles, Bello’s mobile roadshow is proving that face-to-face engagement and hands-on product experiences still resonate.</p>

  • Marcone Appears on ‘Now We Know!’ March 28 on CNBC

    <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 segment provides an inside look at how Marcone helps businesses manage inventory, distribution and logistics more efficiently.</span> </p>

  • ISH China & CIHE 2026 Opens Next Week

    <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;">The 2026 edition will showcase advancements across the full spectrum of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and home‑comfort systems.</span> </p>

  • HVAC Manufacturer RenewAire Wins Awards for Two New IAQ Products

    <p>RenewAire’s HE05 ERV and HE+DX system earned top honors in Environmental Protection’s 2025 New Product of the Year awards for innovation in energy efficiency and air solutions. </p>

  • Home Depot Subsidiary SRS Distribution Enters Into Agreement to Acquire Wholesale HVAC Distributor Mingledorff’s

    <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;">Mingledorff's brings an extensive product portfolio, robust distribution network, and established customer relationships that are highly complementary to SRS's existing business.</span></p>

  • Cooney Brothers Announces COO Leadership Transition

    <p>Cooney Brothers recently announced that General Manager Brian Bartlett has transitioned into COO leadership as tenured COO Jake Fegely prepares to retire later this year.</p>

  • Franklin Electric Promotes Bryan Duffy to Lead Industrial Distribution Business Unit

    <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;">Duffy will set the strategic vision for the segment, leading all commercial activities and supporting the needs and growth of Franklin Electric’s customers.</span> </p>

  • CP Ryan Becomes Winsupply Director of Training

    <p>This is a crucial role in the mission to develop talent and support capable, hardworking entrepreneurs to achieve without limits.</p>

  • Ariston Names Ben Capra Regional Sales Manager for Water Heating

    <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;">Capra’s wide-reaching region is one of the most aggressive in adapting heat pump technology for water heating and heating.&nbsp;</span> </p>

  • Winsupply to Add 1.6 Million Square Feet of Distribution Capacity

    <p>Winsupply is expanding its distribution network by 1.6 million square feet to strengthen supply chain performance and support growth across its Local Companies. </p>

  • Frank Webb Home Opens Bath, Kitchen, and Lighting Showroom in Middlebury, Vermont

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  • Burnham Holdings Announces Key Executive Promotions

    <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;">These appointments underscore the company’s commitment to internal leadership development and its focus on driving long-term organizational growth.</span> </p>