The Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) and the Hydraulic Institute (HI) announced the 2021 Virtual Market Outlook Workshop will be held August 5 - 6.
Plumbing Manufacturers International 2021 Virtual Legislative Forum prepared PMI's members for upcoming advocacy efforts at the federal and state levels, as lawmakers debate infrastructure packages, climate legislation and government spending within the context of a strong economic recovery. Presenters also discussed federal procurement requirements and anti-counterfeiting legislation.
During a webinar in late May, Dr. Kuehl gave his mid-year economic review, focusing on five key issues distributors should be monitoring: Inflation, consumer behavior, “normal” business, the global economy and market reaction.
As an extension of the QuickDrain USA total shower solution, aimed to reimagine how drains should look and perform, the company recently launched its new SquareDrain point drain. Plumbing & Mechanical attended the virtual product launch event in April.
F.W. Webb Co. announced the appointment of Deanna O'Donnell as vice president of marketing. In this role, she will oversee the alignment of corporate, product and market strategies across the company’s wholesale business and more than 48 Frank Webb Home retail showrooms.
Munch’s Supply has acquired Marks Supply, including its Watermarks division, nine branches, three retail plumbing showrooms and two distribution centers servicing the province of Ontario, Canada.
Coburn Supply Co. announced the promotion of 4th generation family members, Patrick Maloney and Michael Maloney, to executive leadership positions. Don Maloney and A.J. Maloney will transition to chairman and vice chairman positions for the board.
Oatey Co. is hosting a hiring event on June 26 at its Cleveland, Ohio, manufacturing and distribution facilities. New hires are eligible for a $1,000 bonus.