Heating & Cooling

Empowering Women to Lead: Why Joining ASA Women in Industry Matters

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:34:03 -0400

Within our industry, women continue to play an increasingly vital role bringing innovation, leadership and perspective that strengthen companies and communities alike.

AD Announces Intent to Acquire supplyFORCE

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:24:33 -0400

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and necessary shareholder and Board approvals and is expected to close during the third quarter in 2026.

PHCP-PVF Price Increases: July 2026

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:33:35 -0400

While many manufacturers implemented modest increases in the low-single-digit range, some select product categories saw increases of 10% or more.

PHCC Highlights Future of Skilled Trades at America250 Celebration

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:15:14 -0400

PHCC vice president Tony Bertolino represented the plumbing and HVAC industry at a Great American State Fair event on June 30 on the National Mall.

Relationships Still Matter in a Digital World

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:57:02 -0400

Technology can help us work faster and smarter. It can improve efficiency, provide insights and streamline countless processes. But, it can’t replace the confidence that comes from knowing the person on the other end of the conversation genuinely cares about your success.

Top 40 Under 40 Next Gen All-Star Competition Officially Open

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:54:14 -0400

Nominations are officially open for the 2026 Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times Top 40 Under 40 Next Gen All-Star competition.

A. O. Smith Launches Summer Promotion with Participating Wholesale Partners

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Contractors will have the opportunity to receive a $25 tool credit for every purchase of an A. O. Smith standard gas or electric water heater from participating wholesalers, while supplies last.

AHRI Data Shows Water Heater Shipments Remain Soft in 2026

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:00:01 -0400

The latest numbers show that water heater shipments continued to soften in April, reflecting many of the same economic pressures affecting residential construction and remodeling activity.

How Have Expectations for Building Systems Changed in a Year?

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

On a recent episode of And So It Flows, we welcomed back Chrissie Walsh, regional environmental sustainability lead for GF North America, for a follow-up conversation on sustainability, systems thinking and the changing expectations around modern buildings.

Heat Pump Water Heaters in Real Life

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

On a recent episode of And So It Flows, Kristen Bayles sat down with Gregg Holladay, business development manager for specialty markets at Bradford White, to discuss the growing role heat pump water heaters are expected to play in the residential plumbing market and why the plumbing industry needs to start preparing now.

The Benefits Package Your Best Employees Are Quietly Comparing You Against

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

In a hyper-competitive market, talent poaching happens instantly. Salary matches provide short-term retention, but fail to build long-term loyalty. The true competitive advantage comes from the daily workplace experience.

Does Buying a Company Make Sense?

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:06:59 -0400

Thinking about acquiring another company? Growth can be appealing, but an acquisition may create more challenges than opportunities, especially if you plan to sell your business in the near future. Learn why debt, integration hurdles, operational risks and buyer perceptions can impact your company’s value, and what business owners should consider before making a move.

Solving Comfort Challenges in Warehouses and High-Bay Spaces

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400

As warehouse and industrial construction continues, contractors are looking for solutions that improve airflow, reduce stratification and enhance energy efficiency.

2026 Manufacturers Rep of the Year: Keystone Sales & Associates

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

For more than 50 years, Keystone Sales & Associates has built its reputation on a simple philosophy, one many learn in kindergarten: treat others the way you want to be treated.

PHCP-PVF Price Increases: June 2026

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Manufacturers announced another round of PHCP-PVF price increases in June, with adjustments affecting insulation, valves, fittings, pumps, water heating products, and specialty plumbing components. See which suppliers raised prices and when the changes take effect.

Showcasing HVAC Excellence on a National Stage

baylesk@bnpmedia.com (Kristen R Bayles) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:00:44 -0400

In this article, we cover how the annual competition highlighting the industry's top techs has grown over the years and the role events like this play in strengthening the workforce pipeline.

EVAPCO Celebrates 50 Years

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:30:31 -0400

Founded in 1976 by Wilson E. Bradley and William E. Kahlert, the company began as a small refrigeration focused business at 3120 Frederick Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, with a team of five employees and a single product line of evaporative condensers. This year, the company is celebrating 50 years of experience in evaporative cooling and heat transfer.

PHCP-PVF Price Increases May 2026

bellolih@bnpmedia.com (Hannah Belloli-Oster) — Fri, 15 May 2026 14:43:35 -0400

Plumbing and PVF manufacturers announced another round of price adjustments in May, with most increases falling in the low- to mid-single-digit range, while select product categories, including press fittings, grooved products, valves, PVC fittings, and specialty piping systems, saw larger increases.

Heat Pump Water Heater Brings Efficiency and Cost Savings to California Apartment Complex

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:30:29 -0400

Unlike traditional high efficiency models, the Voltex 120V HPWH is designed to plug into a standard electrical outlet–eliminating the need for adaptors or restructuring.

Built to Scale, Designed to Stay Local: Lessons From Winsupply at 70

forstern@bnpmedia.com (Natalie Forster) — Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Seventy years in, Winsupply occupies a unique position in the PHCP-PVF distribution landscape. It is, by every measurable standard, a national player. Yet, it operates in a way that looks fundamentally different from the centralized models that have come to define much of the industry’s consolidation era.

Premier 150: The Top PHCP-PVF Distributors of 2026

forstern@bnpmedia.com (Natalie Forster) — Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Combined revenue across this year’s Premier 150 once again underscores the immense scale of the channel, with distributors collectively generating hundreds of billions in annual sales.

When Rebates Help, and When They Hurt: The Hidden Tradeoffs for Distributors

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The mechanics of rebates are not simple: Each manufacturer has its own playbook. Rules, tiers, exclusions, and volume triggers differ. On top of that, distributors add their own complexity.

F.W. Webb opens new Somerdale, New Jersey self-service wholesale store

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Located at 900 Kennedy Boulevard, the 44,000-square-foot facility will serve plumbing, heating, HVAC/R, and other professionals seeking a convenient source for systems, tools, equipment, parts, and accessories.

Famous Supply honors Jay Blaushild’s passion for training with the opening of its 25,000-square-foot J-TEC facility

forstern@bnpmedia.com (Natalie Forster) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Long before the ribbon was cut on a 25,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art training facility in Maple Heights, Ohio, the foundation for the Jay Blaushild Training & Education Center (J-TEC) was already firmly in place.

PHCP-PVF price increases April 2026

forstern@bnpmedia.com (Natalie Forster) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The latest round of adjustments, effective from mid-March through mid-April, reflects that same trend, with manufacturers implementing measured increases across venting systems, brass and PVF components, thermoplastics, HVAC parts, controls and copper fittings.

F.W. Webb launches mobile app to help trade professionals order faster

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

During beta testing, F.W. Webb customers praised the app’s ease of use and time-saving features. They highlighted the ability to switch locations and view product availability by store as standout features. Customers also appreciated the option to register for training events at their nearest F.W. Webb store right in the app.

Winsupply to add 1.6 million square feet of distribution capacity

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Winsupply announced a significant multi-year expansion of its national distribution network. Over the next two years, the company will add 1.6 million square feet of capacity, designed to empower its 680-plus Local Companies and provide a scalable foundation for future entrepreneurs to join the Winsupply Family of Companies.

Blending knowledge and advancements: How to successfully adopt new HVAC technologies.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Advancements are constantly rolling out to the PHCP and HVAC industries, and even the most seasoned professionals are fascinated by the way they help us do our jobs more efficiently while keeping our customers more comfortable.

Champions of Distribution nominations now open

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Champions of Distribution has three award categories: Best Distributor to Work With, Champion of Distribution Sales, and Champion of Distribution Counter Service.

Advocacy as a business strategy

forstern@bnpmedia.com (Natalie Forster) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Between tariff rulings, state product bans, federal efficiency standards and mounting workforce challenges, the PHCP-PVF channel is operating in an environment where regulatory shifts can alter inventory planning, product availability and pricing strategy almost overnight.