“American Plumber Stories,” a YouTube docuseries hosted by Craig Morgan, aims to promote plumbing as a career. Directed by Spencer Brown of Pfister, it has become a cultural symbol for the plumbing community, inspiring trade school teachers to incorporate it into their curriculum and receiving positive feedback for its impact.

Located at 721 Riverview Avenue, Elkhart, Indiana, the 8,845-square-foot building was completely renovated beginning in 2023. The museum portion of the space is 3,254 square feet, and additional space in the building will be used as a training area for customers, distributors, and NIBCO associates. 

The new facility will include an inside and outside sales team, will-call customer sales counter and warehouse with ample space for indoor pipe storage served by an overhead crane and outdoor storage as well.

The new locations will stock limited quantities based on market needs. They will also allow contractors and wholesalers quicker access to key products and smaller quantity orders, thus reducing freight costs and lead times.

The American Supply Association (ASA) has upgraded the Recruiter Toolbox, an online resource for members to enhance talent recruitment. This supports the Project Talent initiative to attract skilled workers to the PHCP and PVF industries while inviting member feedback for improvements.

Done in observance of Veterans Day 2024, Saniflo’s contribution will directly support these vital initiatives, including the construction of specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders, as well as essential outreach programs that address mental wellness and provide essential resources to those in need.

Bradford White is providing much needed support for three charitable organizations this Thanksgiving season, including Jaws Youth Playbook, Mel Trotter Ministries and Philabundance. The company’s charitable contributions include both monetary support and employees volunteering their time. 

The Leadership Experience Program is designed to equip current and future leaders of Independent Distribution with the skills and experiences needed to achieve sustainable growth.

Technology is a catalyst for change, reshaping our work lives through automation, advanced data analytics, and artificial intelligence. As industry leaders, we must embrace these changes to maintain our competitive edge and ensure the survival of our businesses.

ASA's Monthly Sales Report shows a 5% year-over-year sales decline for wholesalers in September 2024, with year-to-date sales down 0.4%. PHCP firms increased sales by 5% and blended PHCP & PVF firms by over 8%. Overall, respondents reported a nearly 5% median sales increase for September, despite an 8% drop from August.