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The new facility will launch during B&J’s 50th anniversary and will give the company the opportunity to consolidate operations, open a dedicated technician training center, and store an in-house inventory to beat regional supply chain slowdowns.
While the majority of the company's products are made in the U.S., some are imported and will be subject to tariffs, a statement emailed to Everkem customers said.
The tariff working group will publish guidance documents, conduct webinars, and meet with U.S. Department of Commerce officials as needed to confront the challenges as they arise while the administration’s trade policy changes are implemented.
Eden is building a sales funnel for the $400 billion U.S. home‑services market that will enable contractors to leverage instant pricing and a wealth of home-specific data, a company press release said.
New courses on the PHCC Academy platform are available to all plumbing and HVACR students, apprentices, and practicing technicians, as well as to business owners and administrators.
Pat Casey was appointed to the newly created role of director of business advancement for HVAC at F.W. Webb Co, while Warren Bean was named director of commercial HVAC sales.
Distribution Trends, a supplement to The ACHR NEWS, celebrates the successes of distributors, and voices their comments and concerns about the industry, with the annual Top 30 Distributors feature.
Kevin Wheeler will transition from chairman and CEO at A.O. Smith Corp. to executive chairman, effective Tuesday, July 1, 2025. At that time, Stephen Shafer will be appointed to the board and will assume the role of president and CEO.