As RLS enters its next phase of development, the company will continue building on its legacy with new leadership and an expanded global team. Joel Reedy, appointed president of the company in 2024, brings more than two decades of manufacturing expertise to help RLS with its ongoing expansion plans.
The AHR Expo, scheduled for February 10-12 in Orlando, will showcase trends like decarbonization and A2L refrigerants, with 1,865 exhibitors including Caleffi North America. Attendees can connect with experts and explore new products, while the Podcast Pavilion celebrates its five-year anniversary.
AD owner/member sales increased 6% to $83.3 billion. On a same-store basis, member sales in their respective currencies increased 4% in the U.S., 3% in Canada, and 10% in Mexico.
Through this expanded partnership, F.W. Webb now offers Rheem’s residential and commercial HVAC solutions, all of which are R-454b compliant and engineered to meet the latest industry regulations. These solutions include air conditioners, heat pumps, mini splits, air handlers, rooftop units, and more.
There are reasons for plumbing and HVAC professionals to be optimistic heading into the new year.
January 6, 2025
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.
The event welcomed over 2,030 attendees, including more than 550 wholesaler representatives from 181 companies, 65 Solution Center providers, 45 unique member sponsors, and a sold-out Booth Program featuring 230 suppliers and manufacturers.
On Saturday, December 14, Marcone employees were among more than two million volunteers involved in Wreaths Across America at more than 4,600 cemeteries across the U.S., Puerto Rico and abroad.