Noble (www.noble.ca), a subsidiary of distributor Rona Inc., has acquired the assets of MPH Supply Ltd. MPH, which specializes in the distribution of plumbing products, operates five branches in Vancouver and the lower mainland.
DTE Energy announced it is providing rebates to its MichCon and Detroit Edison customers who purchase and install qualifying energy-efficient furnaces, furnaces with an electronically commutated motor (ECM), and programmable thermostats for their homes. The new rebates range from $20 to $200.
According to the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH), its September 2010 PHCP Wholesalers’ Sales Report showed sales were up 8.4 percent. CIPH reported that September was a $509 million dollar month, and noted, “The industry has not seen these numbers since 2008.”
Isuzu Commercial Truck of America Inc. announced that its low-cab-forward medium-duty trucks have returned from their nationwide introductory tour. The ECO-Advantage Tour showcased the fuel-efficient, emissions-reducing technology found on the 2011 Isuzu NPR ECO-MAX trucks.
Brady, a company that provides energy systems and building solutions for commercial and industrial facilities across North Carolina, announced the addition of Matt Gruver as service technician for the Wilmington area.
Siemens Government Services Inc. (SGS) announced that it has received a $38.5 million task order award from the General Services Administration (GSA) to implement energy efficiency improvements to 39 federal government facilities across the Greater Southwest Region (Region 7).
A new low-rise residential sheet metal installer trade certificate is being proposed by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities (MTCU) to better serve the needs of the residential HVAC sector. The new trade will be a separate branch of the existing Sheet Metal Worker trade.
McQuay International has announced the opening of the Daikin McQuay Sales and Service office to serve the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, and Westchester. The company said the move helps it foster a direct customer relationship to expand business in the New York City area.
On Oct. 7 during a special dedication ceremony held in St. John’s, Newfoundland, the Alvarez family received the keys to their new home from Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) Chairman of the Board Russ Morgan (IPEX Inc.). The home features comfortable hydronic heating.
Master-Bilt, manufacturer of commercial refrigeration systems based in New Albany, Miss., has recognized several team members for their excellent sales work, including a number in the southeast United States.