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Plumbing industry allies support National Apprenticeship Act of 2021

February 8, 2021

The bill seeks to reauthorize the 1937 National Apprenticeship Act, which established the registered apprenticeship system, for the first time since its inception 84 years ago.

HydroSketch software now available with single user license

February 8, 2021

HydroSketch is a cloud-based software for drawing piping and electrical schematic diagrams to document hydronic heating and cooling systems. It was designed for users who need to make a simple drawing, without the lengthy learning curve associated with most CAD software.

PHCC Educational Foundation accepting applications for 2021 scholarship program

February 5, 2021

The deadline for applications and all supporting materials to be submitted is May 1.

Plumbing Manufacturers International optimistic about Biden Administration’s priorities

February 5, 2021

The new administration’s priorities closely align with many of PMI’s goals, specifically supporting infrastructure to improve drinking and wastewater systems, a strengthened EPA program — which includes WaterSense, and international trade and commerce.

IMARK Group launches new public website

February 4, 2021

Website visitors to the newly designed IMARK Group website will learn about all the benefits that accrue to members and suppliers in all IMARK divisions: Electrical, HVACR, and Plumbing/Irrigation.

2021 UPC, UMC Technical Committee meetings to be held virtually

February 2, 2021

Attendees will still be required to register in order to participate.

BNP Media Columnist John Siegenthaler to present free webinars on biomass boiler system design

January 27, 2021

These webinars are free to attend, and aimed at designer and engineers.

REHAU founder dies at age 95

REHAU is mourning the loss of company founder and honorary president Helmut Wagner.

January 26, 2021

REHAU is mourning the loss of company founder and honorary president Helmut Wagner. He passed away last Sunday at the age of 95 in Switzerland surrounded by his family. The news of the death of the popular founding father, who was highly committed to the end, has moved REHAU employees around the globe.

NKBA 2021 Market Outlook Report

Report predicts 16% growth in residential bath and kitchen remodeling.

January 26, 2021

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2021 Market Outlook report, revealing the industry is poised for continued growth with overall spending for both kitchen and bath projects to increase in the coming year. The industry anticipates a pronounced rebound in overall industry growth from -5.9% in 2020 to 16.6% in 2021, compared to 9% in 2018 and 1% in 2019.