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ASA adds new Technology Manager CONNECT virtual peer networking group

April 28, 2021

Technology managers are one of the fastest growing positions in the distribution space, which made this group a natural addition for the 10th CONNECT community.

ASA supports AHRI petition for technology transition under The American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020

Proposal would require residential and light commercial air conditioners to use refrigerants with global warming potentials of 750 or less.

April 19, 2021

ASA is part of a coalition of organizations that support Air-Conditioning Heating & Refrigeration Institute’s petition, pursuant to the American Innovation in Manufacturing Act of 2020 (AIM Act), that respectively requests the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to require residential and light commercial air conditioners (stationary AC) to use refrigerants with global warming potentials of 750 or less, with such requirement applying to new stationary AC equipment, manufactured after Jan. 1 2025, excluding variable refrigerant flow (VRF) equipment.

Robyn Brookhart of Liberty Pumps recipient of 2021 ASA Women in Industry Alice A. Martin Woman of the Year Award

April 19, 2021

ASA’s Women in Industry division recently announced Bergen, New York-based Liberty Pumps President and Chief Operating Officer Robyn Brookhart is the recipient of the 2021 Alice A. Martin Woman of the Year Award.

ASA part of coalition to support DRIVE-Safe Act

Proposed legislation would help address nation’s growing truck driver shortage.

April 16, 2021

The American Supply Association is part of a coalition of more than 100 entities showing strong support for the DRIVE-Safe Act (S.659, H.R. 1745) and urging its inclusion in forthcoming legislation.

Attract and retain

PHCP-PVF women discuss how to attract and retain a qualified next generation.

Natalie Forster

April 16, 2021

As the PHCP-PVF industry is facing an expected 100,000 retired skilled workers over the next 10 years, attracting the next generation is more important than ever.

State of the Oil and Gas Industry

ASA Town Hall interview with API president/CEO tackles cancelation of Keystone XL Pipeline, working with the Biden administration, oil and gas pricing and more.

Mike Miazga

April 14, 2021

On a recent episode of the American Supply Association’s Town Hall Interview Series, ASA Vice President of Sales and Membership Mike Miazga dove into the latest oil and gas happenings with Mike Sommers, president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute.

Enjoy the Ride

Bradford White’s Danielle Laird talks growth with the company and focus on wholesale- distribution.

Natalie Forster

April 13, 2021

Danielle Laird, national accounts manager for Bradford White, absolutely loves the industry and the company she works for.

Chris Fasano: ASA’s Women in Industry strengthening career opportunities

Chris Fasano

April 12, 2021

The focus of WII is empowering women by providing them with the opportunity to connect — through practical guidance, direction and education to reach their individual and company’s professional goals. Even more important, WII has become a great example that we can display to women who are considering joining our industry of the exciting careers that are being built by women in our industry.

Natalie Forster: Meet ELEVATE2021 speakers

ELEVATE goes virtual, impressive lineup of speakers tackle relevant topics.

Natalie Forster

April 9, 2021

ASA’s Women in Industry division annual event will take place virtually April 20 to 23. Since its inception in 2016, ELEVATE has grown to bring more than 200 women from the PHCP-PVF industry together each year for an event full of inspiring educational sessions, networking and fun.

Massachusetts adopts far reaching map for climate policy

PHCP-PVF supply chain to be affected; Jan. 1, 2022 date set for new fixture water efficiency compliance.

April 7, 2021

On March 25, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker signed Chapter 8 of the Acts of 2021 titled An Act Creating A Next-Generation Roadmap For Massachusetts Climate Policy.