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Valve Manufacturers Association and Hydraulic Institute market outlook workshop

June 29, 2021

The Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) and the Hydraulic Institute (HI) announced the 2021 Virtual Market Outlook Workshop will be held August 5 - 6.

Mid-year economic review

Five economic issues to watch, plus oil price analysis and construction outlook from Dr. Chris Kuehl.

Natalie Forster

June 28, 2021

During a webinar in late May, Dr. Kuehl gave his mid-year economic review, focusing on five key issues distributors should be monitoring: Inflation, consumer behavior, “normal” business, the global economy and market reaction.

Dan Holohan: Baseboard adventures

Sometimes you have to re-think the usual way of doing things.

Dan Holohan

June 25, 2021

So this fella comes up to me after a hot-water seminar and tells me about a problem he's having with this copper-fintube baseboard loop he installed in this big hall with a bunch of offices. "I can't get the end hot," he said.

Bruce Merrifield: Post-pandemic labor challenges

Looking at the strategies of companies across the U.S.

Bruce Merrifield

June 24, 2021

Our economy was shut-down for a year, then rebooted with massive, blunt, stimulus and build-better funds. It will take months for the supply-and-demand for both products and labor to rebalance. And it’s no secret the country is facing major labor shortages.

Michael Maloney: Support our heroes who have sacrificed so much

ASA Emerging Leaders division helps raise funds for Operation Rise & Conquer.

Michael Maloney

June 23, 2021

As chairman of the American Supply Association’s Emerging Leaders division, I have been honored to have the opportunity to help raise funds for a wonderful program called Operation Rise & Conquer (ORC).

F.W. Webb Co. names new vice president of marketing

June 16, 2021

F.W. Webb Co. announced the appointment of Deanna O'Donnell as vice president of marketing. In this role, she will oversee the alignment of corporate, product and market strategies across the company’s wholesale business and more than 48 Frank Webb Home retail showrooms.

Fourth-generation transitioning to Coburn Supply Co. executive leadership

June 15, 2021

Coburn Supply Co. announced the promotion of 4th generation family members, Patrick Maloney and Michael Maloney, to executive leadership positions. Don Maloney and A.J. Maloney will transition to chairman and vice chairman positions for the board.

Bradley Corp. announces promotions within executive team

June 14, 2021

Bradley Corp. announced several promotions within its executive team, including Jon Dommisse, Nate Kogler and Mark Umhoefer.

Niagara launches more than 100 new SKUs exclusive to wholesale-distribution

Nicole Krawcke

June 11, 2021

In April, Niagara held a virtual launch event, announcing its new Niagara Wholesale Program and more than 100 new products designed to help wholesalers serve the needs of their plumbing professional clients by offering advanced technology and high performance for those looking for a wide variety of water-efficient products.

ASA to host virtual legislative fly in

June 10, 2021

With the rapid pace of policy and political change in Washington over the last five months, it is critical that our industry has a voice with decision-makers on Capitol Hill. Taxes, infrastructure and regulatory policy are all at the forefront, having the potential to be reshaped in this Congress — for the next 10 to 15 years.