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Trimble opens Technology Lab at Florida A&M University, marking new HBCU collaboration

The lab includes a broad range of Trimble’s industry-leading geospatial and construction solutions.




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Daikin Applied centrifugal chiller

Daikin Applied has introduced the Magnitude WME-D, a water-cooled centrifugal chiller featuring a two-stage, oil-free compressor and R-515B refrigerant. 




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Rheem hybrid electric water heater

The Prestige Series Hybrid Electric Water Heater from Rheem is Energy Star-rated and its high 3.55-3.70 UEF reduces operating cost.




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Water-to-water heat pumps meet stringent efficiency requirements for new school facility

A North Vancouver school chose WaterFurnace for its reliability and energy efficiency. The manufacturer's rep mentioned that the equipment aligned with decarbonization efforts. Finances were a concern, as is usual with building projects.




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Commercial water heating market moves toward electrification

As more and more cities and states seek to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, it’s clear that regulatory activity is clearly driving the push to electrification and decarbonization.




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The growing trend toward electrified heating and cooling

As the world continues to search for solutions to reduce and eliminate carbon emissions, the plumbing industry suddenly finds itself at the forefront of change.




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Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater lowers racing legend’s home energy bills

NASCAR legend Ward Burton installed a Premier AL Smart Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater in his 1999 home, saving up to $300 monthly on electric bills. Homeowners can save 75% or more on energy costs with this unit.




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Hydronic heat pumps ride the tide of electrification

According to the United Nations, 2019 was the second warmest year on record at the end of the warmest decade (2010-2019) ever recorded.




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Franklin Electric acquires water treatment company

Puronics is a residential and commercial water treatment products and services provider operating four company-owned service centers.




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Today’s Technology to Market (T2M) – the bidirectional thermal district

District systems, which have been around for centuries, provide buildings with a product created with technology beyond what an individual can either afford or apply. The primary advantage is the delivery of more cost-effective heating or cooling to the building.




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SunTouch electric floor warming kits

SunTouch ConnectPlus WarmWire Kits provide heat to warm floors and help keep bathroom, kitchen and entry way floors dry and safe.




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NextGen Boiler announces electric boiler

The NextGen Boiler is a hydronic appliance that when installed, allows the homeowner to have peace of mind about their radiant heat applications.




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Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical partners with University of Alabama as the official plumbing & HVAC provider of the Crimson Tide

Hiller announced a five-year partnership with The University of Alabama’s Athletic Department and Crimson Tide Sports Marketing.




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High 5 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric honored as one of Denver’s fast-growing businesses

This year, High 5 pLUMBING ranked No. 7 in the small business category.




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SUNTOUCH: Electric Floor Warming Kits

SunTouch ConnectPlus WarmWire Kits makes for a simple electric floor warming installation. Provide heat to warm floors and help keep bathroom, kitchen and entryway floors dry and safe.




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Matco-Norca announces new eccentric plug valve

Matco-Norca has added a new eccentric plug valve to their vast product offering.




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Franklin Electric announces Little Giant 16G Series heavy-duty, 1hp grinder pump

The Little Giant 16G Series 1 HP grinder pump is designed for tough wastewater applications. It has a silicon carbide mechanical seal for longer life and a 1 HP motor to prevent clogging.






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A simple, repeatable and scalable approach to hydronic distribution

One of the best things about hydronic heating is there is virtually no limit to how piping systems can be customized. One of the worst things about hydronic heating is that there is virtually no limit to how piping systems can be customized.




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Combining a wood-fired boiler with a hydronic distribution system

I’ve written many PM columns discussing how air-to-water and geothermal water-to-water heat pumps can be combined with hydronic delivery systems to deliver efficiency AND superior comfort. This combination is a great solution for many consumers.




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TAPPI and AICC Now Accepting Entries for Box Manufacturing Olympics

Industry-wide competition celebrates greatest achievements and innovations at SuperCorrExpo.




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Bradford White to purchase Keltech line of tankless electric water heaters

The Keltech acquisition will also begin a new partnership between Bradford White and Bradley.




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Breaking the silence on mental health awareness in the construction industries

The construction industry is often associated with strength, resilience and tough work. However, there has been an alarming rise in mental health challenges. MCAA is taking that to heart with the first-ever public release of its suicide prevention video.




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Dan Holohan: Electrification may become more mainstream, but not overnight

Morris had me on the phone. It was 1974 and he was calling from Brooklyn, New York. I had a waxed handlebar mustache that year, and my workmates at the manufacturers’ rep were calling me Rollie Fingers because he was pitching for the Oakland Athletics in the World Series.




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Risk pattern and the concept of self-triggering

This article is really about putting all of the concepts in the previous articles together to come up with what will hopefully be the most significant change in thinking so far.




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Looming Dockworker Strike's Impact on the Roofing Industry

A dockworker strike that could affect up to 36 ports along the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts would significantly impact the economy; the roofing industry would not be spared.




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Reducing toxic emissions: A holistic approach for industrial sustainability

While regulations exist to minimize dangers of toxic substances in industrial plants, there are additional methods that can be incorporated to effectively reduce air pollution in these facilities.




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CO2Meter launches GasLab® Industrial Fixed Gas Detector Series

The industrial gas safety series will further provide partners and customers with the ability to protect employees and their facilities when working near both toxic and hazardous gases.




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How a Texas manufacturing facility solved a tricky situation and increased productivity

A manufacturing plant has been dealing with hot machinery and punishing Texas heat. The buildings are made of tin with little insulation. That means it gets really hot. They solved this issue with evaporative coolers.




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Primax Manufacturing & Trading Inc.

Protective Industrial Products, Inc. (“PIP®”), a leading supplier of hand protection and PPE to the industrial, construction, and retail markets, proudly announces the acquisition of Primax Manufacturing & Trading, Inc. (“Primax”) and its innovative Caiman® brand, headquartered in La Mirada, CA. PIP® is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity (“Audax”).




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Best practices for preventing electrical fires in 2020

In 2018 alone, there were 103,600 recorded incidents in commercial buildings. Electrical malfunctions are a leading cause of these events, and they cost businesses $373,400,000 in 2018.




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Mitigate electrical safety risk

Electrical safety risks are prevalent in any industry that has workers who are exposed to over 50 volts of electricity when performing a work task.




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OSHA cites Stanley Black+Decker for safety failures after electrical arc fire

Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.




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Vector Solutions launches feature to enable just-in-time training for critical industries

The newest addition to Vector Solutions' LMS offers seamless learning experiences for faster, more efficient skill development as well as increased knowledge retention and engagement.




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SoterGenius, AI for industrial companies, launches to prevent compliance and safety violations

SoterGenius uses image and video analysis, chat functionality and document analysis to automate compliance checks against OSHA guidelines.




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Nilfisk showcases industrial vacuums at Safety 2024 Show

Attendees are invited to visit booth 101 to for hands-on experience with Nilfisk's industrial vacuums.




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Raven® Patriot nitrile exam grade disposable gloves

Nitrile exam grade powder-free disposable gloves wit textured fingertips for enhanced gripping power.




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. introduces THORZT™ Freeze Shots for relief in a snap

One of the key features of THORZT™ Freeze Shots is its innovative snap-and-twist packaging, which provides unparalleled convenience. 




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CO2Meter launches new industrial gas detectors featuring up to 128 sensor capabilities

The industrial gas detection series is modularly designed for easy integration and custom configurability.




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Saf-Gard® Safety Shoe Company acquires Industrial Protection Products

The family-owned purveyor of safety footwear announced this acquisition as part of an ongoing project to extend its retail footprint and broaden its product offerings. 




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Industrial and Safety independent distributors and suppliers connect at 2023 AD North American Meeting

Over 900 AD community members attended the 2023 AD North American Meeting – Industrial & Safety – U.S. and Safety Network Divisions in Colorado from September 12 to 15 for a week of networking and collaboration.




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AD celebrates Industrial & Safety and Safety Network excellence at 2023 Spirit of Independence Awards




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Tyndale completes expansion of Houston Distribution Center

Tyndale announces the completed expansion of their Houston DC to 118,260 square feet, which is more than 50% more square footage than its original size.




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Protective Industrial Products, Inc. acquires Final Fit Safety, manufacturer of sustainable ear plugs

Final Fit Safety was founded by Mr. Howard Leight, long considered a pioneer in the development and manufacturing of ear plug-type hearing protectors for over 50 years. 




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The biggest risks of VOCs in industrial projects

In hazard-prone industrial projects, some risks can be easier to overlook than others. That’s often the case with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are often not immediately noticeable but can be dangerous nonetheless. 




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The future of industrial safety: How autonomous systems can prevent accidents

Imagine a world where industrial accidents are almost non-existent, where robots, drones and AI-powered technologies work together to create the safest possible work environments.




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Is your facility at risk due to inadequate electrical testing?

Many facilities do not follow best practices when inspecting and maintaining machinery, leading to unnoticed and unmanaged hazards.




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The rebranding and expansion of industrial hygiene

In this podcast, we discuss how the industrial hygiene professional has evolved over the years as well as AIHA’s rebranding, and even AI as it relates to safety.




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Morgan Stanley predicts 2018 will be tricky for global economies

Investors will have to be careful next year as potential stalling economies in the U.S. and China, along with rising global inflation and tighter monetary policy, could make for a “tricky” 2018, according to Morgan Stanley.




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Fenix Light Limited expands into industrial safety market

The Fenix brand has successfully entered the major outdoor/military/law enforcement markets, and is sold to more than 100 countries and regions worldwide. With manufacturing based in Shenzhen, China, Fenix creates unique products in a company-owned facility, and exceeds industry standards with additional in-house testing protocols.




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Can distributors win as “The Experience Store”?

Many distributors looking for ways to fend off disruption (read Amazon) are considering how to repurpose legacy brick-and-mortar facilities, according to NAW – the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors.