Available for either rooftop or indoor applications, the HE7X’s 1,750 to 7,700 CFM offers an additional airflow range between the HE Series’ HE6X (1,500 to 6,600 CFM) and the HE8X (2,000 to 8,800 CFM).
Plumbing and HVAC contractors navigated a year of challenges and opportunities, with rising demand for energy-efficient systems amid labor shortages. As we look to 2025, growth is expected in commercial sectors like data centers and healthcare, alongside increased home repairs. The focus on sustainability and technology will drive innovation in the industry.
Putman will lead all of the commercial activities within the company’s OEM business segment, providing technical expertise and setting the strategic vision to support the needs and growth of Franklin Electric’s customers.
Finding, training, and retaining employees will continue to be a challenge moving into next year. With many homeowners still feeling the pinch of inflation, contractors will notice that more potential customers are price-shopping.
Sloan announced its partnership with The Water Council as the inaugural member of its recently-launched WAVE program. A water stewardship initiative, the WAVE program provides companies like Sloan — a Water Council member since 2011 — with ways to improve their water stewardship efforts.
Quite frequently I get phone calls and emails requesting sizing help for projects. Many times, they are the common straightforward applications for a restaurant, office building or hotel. And then there are those that are a bit strange, slightly challenging, and best of all, humorous.