The company has adopted a COVID-19 task force, increased sanitation and cleanliness measures, eliminated nonessential business travel and are practicing social distancing in the workplace by offering work-from-home options and limiting outside visitors.
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COVID-19: Impact on the plumbing industry
We have been keeping up with news surrounding this virus, but this feature will take a deeper look at the manufacturers, distributors, specifying engineers and contractors.
Zurn pledges $1 million of hygienic product to healthcare facilities in fight against COVID-19
The bundle of products in the donation helps healthcare facilities upgrade to a touchless environment. The products include sensor-operated handwashing faucets and soap dispensers, sensor-operated flush valves, a select group of sinks made with CuVerro Antimicrobial Copper-Nickel alloy surfaces, and hand dryers.
Taco Family of Companies Promotes Cheryl Merchant to CEO
The Taco Family of Companies executive chairman and owner John Hazen White, Jr. has announced the promotion of Cheryl Merchant to CEO.
Kenny Pipe & Supply Announces Alabama Acquisition
The family-owned plumbing distributor in the Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia markets has acquired McCrary Supply, located in Huntsville, AL as of March 1st, 2020.
COVID-19 Business Closures / HVAC Update
This table includes where the government has issued an order broad enough to call into question whether HVAC contractors are allowed to work.
J.C. Whitlam Announces New Southern Regional Sales Manager
Bradley Cheslock will be J.C. Whitlam’s southern regional sales manager for the plumbing, HVAC, waterworks, irrigation, and fire protection markets.
Comprehensive Guide: HVAC Service Calls During COVID-19
Here’s how to ensure that your customers and employees stay healthy and safe during your service calls, in the midst of a pandemic.
Taco Family of Companies Promotes Cheryl Merchant to Chief Executive Officer
Taco’s Executive chairman and owner, John Hazen White Jr. announced the promotion of Cheryl Merchant to Chief Executive Officer. The company has been family-owned for three generations and is 100 years old.
IAPMO advocates for plumbing industry in federal response to COVID-19 pandemic
Codes body outlines clear necessities that should be part of any passed legislation related to economic hardships from ongoing pandemic.
Navien speaks to customers and partners about COVID-19
As a manufacturer of plumbing and heating products and services that are necessary to the essential operation of residences, Navien is closely monitoring the situation and following guidelines from local and national world health organizations.
Department of Homeland Security guidance on stay-at-home order and essential businesses
Currently, at least 12 states have issued stay-at-home orders thus far. All shut downs include exemptions for “essential” operations. There is no consistency around the scope of what constitutes an essential business or service, forcing these decisions to be made locally.
ACCA Urges Adoption of Legislation to Help Workers
ACCA president and CEO, Barton James, issued a statement urging Congress to adopt legislation to aid workers and businesses impacted by coronavirus.
ASHRAE Offers Course on the Role of HVAC Systems on Infection Control
ASHRAE will offer a course on the role of HVAC systems in infection control in hospitals.
Grundfos Foundation to Donate $29 Million, Help Fight COVID-19
The Grundfos Foundation has expanded its budget for donations from planned $18 million to $29 million.
Northeastern Supply gives updates on hours and precautions in response to COVID-19
Effective March 23rd, there will be 6-foot barriers around sales counters and designated lanes for customers that prefer to select their own products. Customers that do not want to enter the facilities can place an order by phone and meet with an Northeastern Supply employee outside of the building, limiting physical contact.
EGIA Announces Line-Up of Speakers for October EPIC2020 Conference
EGIA has officially announced the full presenter line-up for the 2020 edition of its annual conference for home services contractors.
Graybar’s Sales Up 4.5% in 2019
The company saw positive organic sales growth across all markets in 2019 as it celebrated its 150th anniversary and 90 years of employee ownership.
How to Market HVAC During Coronavirus Pandemic
Contractors need to decide how much to spend on ads while watching cash flows dry up.
Chicago Fed National Activity Index Rose to +0.16 in February
Two of the four broad categories of indicators that make up the index increased from January, and three of the four categories made positive contributions to the index in February. The index’s three-month moving average, CFNAI-MA3, decreased to –0.21 in February from –0.11 in January.