The January 2009 edition of idronics™, Caleffi's semi-annual design journal for hydronic professionals, is now available for download.

Watts Water Technologies Inc. posted lower-than-expected quarterly results and said it would close three facilities and cut 400 jobs due to the continued weakened markets.

Chicago Faucets announced that its management systems have achieved ISO 9001:2008/ISO 14001:2004 certification of its U.S. headquarters in Des Plaines, Ill., and three manufacturing sites.

During the International Builders’ Show, Kohler Co. launched SaveWaterAmerica.com ― a viral online campaign dedicated to teach homeowners how easy it is to save water.

With the recent reintroduction of the residential tax credits for energy-efficient improvements, a number of A.O. Smith high-efficiency water heater models are eligible for a $300 tax credit.

Arrow acquired Duratrac in an all-cash purchase of Duratrac’s assets from its parent company Dura Global.

Former president of Noritz Hong Kong will lead U.S. division.

Chicago-based distributor, W.W. Grainger Inc., plans to more than double its “Tools for Tomorrow” scholarship program, which awards students $2,000 to complete industrial trade programs at colleges and technical schools.

Company will continue to manufacturer its Hi-Velocity line and hopes to be operational soon.

Home Depot and its former division HD Supply came to an agreement of a post-closing purchase price adjustment that will see Home Depot pay $22 million to HD Supply.