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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.
Dec 19, 2025
Heat Pumps Surge Faces Hurdles in Canada with Technician Shortage
Canada: Electric heat pumps are gaining popularity in Canada due to their efficiency, cost savings, and ability to handle extreme...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read


Efficiency Capital and Mitsubishi Electric Partner to Offer Low Cost Energy Efficiency Solutions in Canada
Canada: Efficiency Capital (EC), a Toronto-based Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) company, and Mitsubishi Electric Sales Canada Inc. have...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
BoE Rate Cut Spurs UK Housing Market, Yet Concerns Remain
UK: Britain's housing market gained momentum in September, driven by the Bank of England's first interest rate cut in over three years...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
Del-Air joins ARS to Expand Florida Home Services
US: Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric has acquired ARS/Rescue Rooter Vero Beach, expanding its range of home services on...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
Quality Heating Expands to Offer Expert Plumbing Services
US: Quality Heating, a leading provider of HVAC services, is excited to announce the expansion of its offerings to include professional...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
Japan's Exports and Machinery Orders Decline, Harming Economic Recovery
Japan: Japan's export growth decelerated significantly in August, rising 5.6% year-on-year, well below a median market forecast for a 10%...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
Kingfisher's Half-Year Results Reveal Decline in Big-Ticket Sales at B&Q
UK: Kingfisher, the parent company of B&Q, reported weak demand for big-ticket items like kitchens and bathrooms, resulting in a nearly...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read


Kelvion Shuts Down 67-Year-Old Fareham Factory, Ending UK Refrigeration Production
UK: Kelvion, a manufacturer of heat exchangers, has announced it will cease production at its UK factory in Fareham, ending 67 years of...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read
Typhoon Yagi Hits Vietnam with $1.6 Billion Cost, May Impact Growth
Vietnam: Typhoon Yagi, the strongest storm in Asia this year, has inflicted approximately $1.6 billion in damages on Vietnam, potentially...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read
Philippines Sees Slowest Construction Material Price Increase in 6 Years
Wholesale prices of building materials in Metro Manila rose at their slowest rate in over six years, while retail prices remained stable,...
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Sep 17, 20241 min read
Reversible Mini-Splits Gain Market Share in Germany
Germany: Reversible mini splits account for over 25% of the applications in Germany's federal funding for efficient buildings (BEG),...
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Sep 15, 20241 min read


US Inflation Slows in August, But Housing and Services Keep Pressure on Fed
US: U.S. consumer prices increased slightly in August, though underlying inflation remained sticky, particularly in housing and other...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Dalrada Partners with Onet Group for Heat Pump Installations Across French and Spanish Facilities
Europe: Dalrada Financial Corporation has signed a contract with France-based Onet Group for the purchase and installation of...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Heat Pump Access Program Launched by Rewiring America, RFPs Open Until October 11
United States: Rewiring America, an electrification nonprofit, has issued a request for proposals (RFP) from qualified heat pump...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Governor Hochul Unveils $93M Affordable Housing Complex in East Buffalo
US: Governor Kathy Hochul announced the completion of a $93 million affordable housing complex in East Buffalo, replacing the aging...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read


Wienerberger Acquires Ohio-Based Summitville Tiles, Expands US Presence
North America: Wienerberger has expanded its North American operations by acquiring Summitville Tiles, an Ohio-based brick and tile...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Trojan Baths Invests ₤750,000 in Traymate 3 Years After its Acquisition
United Kingdom: Yorkshire-based acrylic bath manufacturer Trojan Baths has expanded its gel coat shower tray division, Traymate,...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Fiamma Partners with Samyou to Establish First AC Plant Outside China in Malaysia
Malaysia: Fiamma Holdings Bhd has partnered with Chinese firm Zhuhai Samyou Environmental Technology Co Ltd to establish an air...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
Netherlands' Largest Heat Pump Now Operational, Heating 20,000 Households
Netherlands: Eneco and water authority HDSR have opened the country’s largest heat pump in Utrecht. The pump will extract heat from...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read


Carrier Expands Indian Operations with Major R&D and Manufacturing Push
India: American HVAC manufacturer Carrier has announced significant plans to double its business in India within five years, with a...
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Sep 12, 20241 min read
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