In July, as part of the "GROHE goes ZERO" initiative, all five production plants worldwide, as well as the logistics centers in Germany, were converted to run on green electricity.

BNP Media Plumbing Group’s Nicole Krawcke sat down with Mike Licastro, Xylem’s training and education manager, commercial building services and HVAC, to chat about the renovation of the iconic industry training facility and what it now offers its customers.

Jim Johnston will be leading the design, development and implementation of strategic initiatives to continuously enhance operations.

The new NPN will be offered in two series, the NPN-U (universal) and NPN-E (exterior), both of which will be available in 160,000 Btu/h, 180,000 Btu/h and 199,900 Btu/h models for either natural gas or liquid propane.

The additional sales support in the Northeast has reinforced the company's commitment and ongoing support to customer services in the HVAC market. 

The new operations department consolidates Aquatherm’s estimation, drafting, fabrication, fitting production, shipping and inside sales functions.

The annual award recognizes companies that have shown exceptional progress and success in exports to foreign markets, as well as foreign-owned companies, like Uponor North America, that have made significant economic contributions through their investments in Minnesota.

Through Watts Works Online, users can access convenient online training on the products and solutions from all Watts brands.

The General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen will recognize John Hazen White Jr. for his many contributions to the industry on Nov. 14.

Mark Bunting brings 14 years of building product experience to the position, including six years at LIXIL