Pipes and Fittings News & Trends

mSupply, a major North American distributor of plumbing, appliance, HVAC, commercial kitchen and pool and spa repair parts, recently celebrated the opening of a combination branch location and regional distribution center in Denver, USA.  Located at 9400 E. 46th Pl., Unit 100 in Denver, the facility features a unique mixed-use concept that includes both a Comfort Air Distribution branch and 200,000 square feet of warehouse space – roughly the size of four football fields. As an mSup...

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air, a plumbing and HVAC company serving residential and commercial locations in California and Arizona, says that the high cost of a four-year university and the ability to earn a good living quickly are two reasons graduating high school seniors should consider a career in the skilled trades industry. “A series of international trade agreements that moved factories abroad, a stigma against blue-collar workers, and authority figures pushing college over trade s...

The Board of Directors of GF has nominated Thomas Hary as new President of GF Piping Systems, effective 1 June 2025. He succeeds Andreas Müller who has assumed the position on an interim basis alongside his role as CEO of GF. Thomas Hary (44), a German citizen, has held various positions at GF since joining the company in 2005. He began his career in strategic planning at GF Machining Solutions and moved to GF Piping Systems in 2011. Wide range of business segments Since 1 October 2019,...

Aeroseal CEO Amit Gupta recently traveled to Saudi Arabia and the Middle East, signaling a major leap forward in the company’s mission to champion global sustainability and energy efficiency. The visit also aligns with Saudi Arabia’s vision for a net-zero future.  Creating Sustainable Partnerships One of the trip’s highlights was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Aeroseal and Aramco, one of the pioneer integrated energy and chemicals companies....

Aeroseal’s year began with an extraordinary recognition: being named Cleantech Company of the Year as part of the prestigious 2024 Global Cleantech 100. Out of 25,435 nominations spanning over 65 countries, Aeroseal stood out as the top-scoring company in North America—a remarkable achievement that earned us this distinguished award. This recognition isn’t just about Aeroseal’s proven technology; it reflects the real, measurable impact they are making on the world&rsquo...

NIBCO INC. introduces its PressACR® 1 3/8” OD jaw that is compatible with the RIDGID® and Milwaukee Tool® 32kN tools, as well as NIBCO’s PC-280 tool. The NIBCO PressACR fitting press end connection reduces installation time while the patented interior groove design and gray HNBR seal make it suitable for high-pressure HVACR applications rated up to 700 psi. PressACR 1 3/8” OD next generation jaw “At NIBCO, we are dedicated to providing the HVACR industry wi...

This Earth Day, let’s focus on simple actions everyone can take to save energy and reduce the overall environmental impact. Implementing these tips can lead to significant savings on energy bills and contribute to a healthier planet. Maximize Natural Light Utilize natural light as much as possible. Arrange the workspace near windows and consider using light-colored curtains that allow sunlight to penetrate the home while preserving privacy. Upgrade to LED Lighting If not already switch...

For Aeroseal installers, time is everything. The more efficient the sealing process, the more homes they can improve in a day. That’s why Aeroseal has introduced two new duct sealing systems: HomeSeal Advance (HSA) and HomeSeal Connect 5.0 (HSC 5.0). These next-generation solutions are designed to help installers work faster, transport equipment more easily, and complete more seals with less downtime. Faster and more efficient With HSA and HSC 5.0, installers can expect major impro...

Malco Tools, one of the nation’s renowned solution developers and manufacturers of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, has earned the 2025 Metal of Honor Award from Metal Roofing Magazine. This is the 10th year Malco has earned the recognition, which is voted on by roofers and contractors.  Marking its 21st year, the Metal of Honor program gives metal roofers the opportunity to cast their ballot on which companies and products are the highest quality and...

With a wealth of experience in HVAC applications, from his years as an installer to managing positions in sales and business development at Siemens, Fabrizio Vagli will now drive innovation and sustainability in GF Piping Systems’ industrial cooling business in key segments such as data centers, marine and industrial process cooling. Growth Through Innovation Fabrizio Vagli started as an HVAC installer before switching to a planning office. This led him to a 15-year career at Siemens whe...

Federal buildings are critical to national security, public service, and disaster response. Yet, many of these essential facilities face an often-overlooked vulnerability — air leakage in ductwork. This weakens HVAC system performance, making buildings more susceptible to disruptions, reduced air quality, and increased maintenance demands. To be truly resilient, federal buildings must maintain operations during extreme weather, power fluctuations, and other unexpected challenges.&nbs...

Steam systems serve as the backbone of numerous industrial processes, providing the essential thermal energy required for a wide range of applications across various sectors. From powering machinery in manufacturing facilities to sterilizing equipment in healthcare settings, the importance of steam cannot be overstated. Improving Steam Operations American Plant Maintenance (APM Steam) offers specialized services aimed at optimizing steam systemsDespite their critical role, steam systems often...

Prima Power, a pioneer in sheet metal working manufacturing solutions, highlights its BCe Smart 2220 panel bending machine, designed to elevate productivity, ensure operator safety, and provide unparalleled flexibility for a wide range of bending applications. This innovative machine addresses the evolving needs of the manufacturing landscape, offering a perfect blend of efficiency, precision, and user-friendly operation. Benefits of servo electric technology The BCe Smart 2220 uses cutt...

The global energy landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by the need for more efficient, flexible and sustainable power generation. As energy demands increase, dispatchable generation units and innovative energy storage systems are critical to ensuring both supply security and system stability.  In this context, supercritical carbon dioxide (sCO₂) power cycles have emerged as a groundbreaking alternative to traditional water-steam cycles, offering significant advantages in efficiency a...

The second week of Big 5 Construct Saudi continues to draw visitors from all over the Kingdom, with a focus on circular economy in architecture, an important strategy for promoting sustainability in the built environment. Adopting a circular economy in architecture enables sustainable, adaptable and resource-efficient buildings, emphasized one of the speakers on the closing day of the Architect Leaders Forum Saudi. Circular design and advanced technologies Shahira Fahmy Architects stressed th...

Cool Air Products introduces the patented Sigma Cap designed for users in the HVAC industry to quickly and efficiently replace a wide variety of capacitor sizes from singles and duals. Simple to use, the Sigma Cap can be used as a standalone unit or stacked to get the MFD value needed. Individual pods are available to adjust stock for common builds. Users can rotate and stack the pods to add capacitance on the correct side to build the dual capacitor when needed. Sigma Cap starter ki...

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) named Liz Fong, Operations Integration Manager, MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions in Seattle, Washington, as the recipient of its 2025 SMACNA Innovator of the Year Award. The honor recognizes contractors who are pioneers of innovative approaches to industry-wide challenges and pacesetters who harness the latest construction technology to drive the industry forward, celebrating outstanding achievements by an indivi...

DENSO Corporation announced that it established the DENSO Mobility Collaborative Research Center on April 1, jointly with Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) under the university’s industry liaison program. The Collaborative Research Cluster will promote joint research with the support of Tokyo Tech’s Open Innovation Platform from research planning to commercialization. DENSO and Tokyo Tech DENSO and Tokyo Tech have conducted joint research and produced results in many fiel...

DENSO Corporation announced that it will expand the plant of DENSO Hokkaido Corporation, one of its group companies, as part of its efforts to increase production of semiconductor sensors, enhance its domestic production system and boost DENSO group’s competitiveness. DENSO will invest about 11 billion yen by 2025 to complete the expansion and increase production. Construction is scheduled to start in July 2020 and to be completed in June 2021. Production is planned to start in stages in...