Rheem's new Innovation Learning Center is a $5 million facility designed to meet the training needs of specialists in Rheem's air-conditioning and water-heating divisions.

EDOS represents RectorSeal in the New England and Northeast markets, primarily in plumbing products; those responsibilities will be expanded to encompass RectorSeal’s HVAC division. United Components represents RectorSeal in the Mid-Atlantic region and will expand into the Northeast HVAC market.

“We are excited to be recognized by Good Housekeeping,” said David Budzinski, president of the global residential and light commercial division at Johnson Controls.

Manufacturers will have five years, from the date the rule is published in the Federal Register, to ensure that new gas furnaces comply with the new minimum.

“The Paradise and Tim Ferguson teams have built amazing companies through a dedication to their employees and exceptional customer service,” said John Cerasuolo, the CEO of Leap Partners.