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Latest News from BRG and the Global Building Products Industry
Stay informed regarding BRG's latest publications and industry news covering the markets for HVAC equipment, components & controls, bathroom & kitchen products, plumbing, pipes, valves & fittings and thermal insulation.


Hisense Achieves Growth in H1 2024 Amid Declining Air Conditioner Market in China
China: In the first half of 2024, Hisense demonstrated resilience in a challenging market environment, achieving growth in household air...
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Oct 1, 20241 min read


USA Based Sila Services Acquires Ohio HVAC and Plumbing Contractor
USA: Sila Services has acquired A to Z Dependable Services, a Niles, Ohio-based plumbing and HVAC provider. Founded in 1960, A to Z is...
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Oct 1, 20241 min read


Moen Renews Exclusive Plumbing Partnership with Meritage Homes
USA: Moen, the leading faucet brand in North America, has renewed its exclusive partnership with Meritage Homes, the fifth-largest public...
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Oct 1, 20241 min read


Franke Group Acquires Wesco Group
Switzerland: Swiss manufacturer Franke Group has acquired high-end cooker hood and ventilation manufacturer Wesco Group for an...
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Oct 1, 20241 min read


Cellecor Gadgets Announces Strategic Partnership with PG Electroplast for Air Conditioner Manufacturing
India/Asia: Cellecor Gadgets Limited has announced a strategic collaboration with PG Electroplast Limited, a leading Electronics...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read


Total Comfort Group Acquires Victor's Air Conditioning Company to Expand Services
USA/North America: Total Comfort Group (TCG), a national provider of commercial HVAC/R, plumbing, and electrical services, has acquired...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read


Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK Strengthens Partnership with PACAIR for Chiller Product Support
UK/Europe: Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK has launched an enhanced partnership with air conditioning services company PACAIR to...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read


Penmann Announces Strategic Merger with Newsome to Strengthen UK HVAC Industry
UK/Europe: Penmann has announced a strategic merger with Newsome Ltd., a move that enhances both companies' leadership in the UK climate...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read


Trane Technologies Expands in Virginia with Damuth Services Acquisition
USA/North America: Trane Technologies has acquired the assets of Damuth Services, Inc., also known as Damuth Trane, a leading regional...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read


Johnson Controls Expands Holme Heat Pump and Chiller Facility in Aarhus, Denmark
Denmark/Europe: Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), a global leader in sustainable building technologies, announced a major expansion of its...
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Sep 29, 20241 min read
Daikin Invests USD 165 million to Boost Local Production in India
India: Daikin Industries has invested INR 1,400 crore (USD 165 million) into its Indian subsidiary, marking its largest capital infusion...
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Sep 27, 20241 min read
A. O. Smith Completes New Plant Expansion in Mexico
Mexico: A. O. Smith Corp. recently marked its 150th anniversary in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, on 19th September. As part of the event, A. O....
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Sep 27, 20241 min read
Jordan Launches Solar Energy Initiative to Cut Household Electricity Bills
Jordan: The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources of Jordan, Dr. Saleh Al-Kharabsheh, has launched a new phase of the country's solar...
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Sep 27, 20241 min read


Mitsubishi Electric Enters the UK Refrigeration Market with CO₂ Condensing Units
United Kingdom: Mitsubishi Electric has entered the UK refrigeration market with its ECOV R744 Series of condensing units, designed for...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read


Jordan Launches Solar Rebate Initiative for Residential Installations
Jordan: The Jordanian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has introduced a new rebate program for residential photovoltaic (PV)...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read


Daikin Comfort Technologies Partners with M&A Supply to Expand HVAC Solutions in the US
US: Daikin Comfort Technologies has announced a new partnership with M&A Supply, one of the largest independent HVACR wholesalers in the...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read


The PHA Group Teams Up with Voltalis to Advance Energy Flexibility Technology in the UK
United Kingdom: Voltalis has partnered with The PHA Group to lead the UK launch of its energy flexibility products, positioning the...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read
Aira Launches First Heat Pump Hub in Scotland
Scotland: Clean energy technology specialist Aira has officially launched a new hub in Stirling, creating 30 highly skilled jobs in the...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read
Smiths Group Acquires Two North American Companies
USA: Smiths Group plc, has announced its acquisition of two North American firms, Modular Metal Fabricators, Inc. and Wattco, Inc., for a...
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Sep 25, 20241 min read
Cost of Installing Heat Pumps Deterring 61% of Irish Households
Ireland: A new survey by Fuels for Ireland and the Alliance for Zero Carbon Heating found that the cost of installing a heat pump deters...
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Sep 24, 20241 min read
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