Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) praised President Trump for taking important steps to create a pro-growth business environment in a statement from ABC President and CEO, Michael Bellaman.
For the second year in a row, the commercial parts department at Hunton Distribution received the “Top Independent Performance” award for Parts and Supply. This award recognizes increased sales year over year and outstanding customer service.
The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) is committed to helping create a movement to build a zero-suicide industry. The association recently joined the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention to help provide information and resources for its prevention and for mental health promotion in construction.
Heating, Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International (HARDI) applauds the House Education and the Workforce Committee on approving the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act(H.R. 2353).
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its April jobs report, revealing that employment in the construction industry increased by 5,000 jobs (seasonally adjusted). While the economy added 211,000 jobs, total specialty trade employment contracted nominally, shedding 1,500 positions in April.
LG Electronics USA Air Conditioning Technologies has expanded its north Texas training facility to provide enhanced after-market support, including training and call support for contractors and customers alike.
Women in HVACR (WHVACR) announced that, for the first time ever, their conference will be held as a stand-alone event at the Tarrant County College Center for Energy Excellence in Fort Worth, Texas.
In his new role, Wheeler will be responsible for A. O. Smith’s global water heater and boiler operations as well as its global water treatment business. He also will oversee the company’s research function including its Corporate Technology Center in Milwaukee as well as the information technology function. Wheeler will report to chairman and chief executive officer, Ajita G. Rajendra.
Bacharach Inc. announced the completion of the acquisition of Parasense Inc. The combined resources of Bacharach and Parasense will significantly strengthen the company’s ability to provide the best solutions to the worldwide HVACR market with fixed and portable gas detection instrumentation and performance monitoring offerings.
Service World Expo officials announced that American actor, author, motivational speaker, war hero, and retired U.S. Army soldier, J.R. Martinez, will speak at Service World Expo on “Plugging into Your Superpowers.”