Gas appliance manufacturer Grand Hall USA announced that its Eternal Condensing Hybrid water heater has qualified for Energy Star program as the most water and gas efficient water heater on the market.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Goodman Co. announced a voluntary recall of its Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTACs) Units.

Haws Corp.’s Casey Hayes, director of Engineered Solutions, has been elected as a director at large for the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute.

The announcement follows Rheem’s recent decision to sponsor the organization’s Green Mechanical Awards.

NIBCO announces the extension of its exclusive 125 percent pressure-rated metal valve warranty from one to five years from date of service.

HeatLink Group Inc. announces the addition of Wade Peterson as vice president, sales and marketing for North America.

Slant/Fin has appointed Charles Famoso to vice president and chief financial officer, and has announced other position changes.

For the second consecutive year Viega has been recognized as a Supplier of the Year in support of A-D members.

Industrial fastening company Aspen Fasteners announced the official launch of its online catalog and transactional website www.AspenFasteners.com.

Life members of the PHCC National Auxiliary gathered to discuss business and hold elections at the Lifetime Member Breakfast during the recent PHCC CONNECT 2009 Convention held in New Orleans.