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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


SICO Plans Split AC Production in UAE
UAE: Supra Industrial Company (SICO), an OEM manufacturing enterprise for Jumbo Electronics, has announced its entry into the split air...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read


Panasonic Collaborates with Heat Pump Installer, Plug Me In as Part of Scottish Power’s Offering
Panasonic UK: Panasonic has announced its partnership with Plug Me In, a Manchester-based heat pump installer, to include Panasonic...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read
General Plumbing Supply Acquires Another Distributor to Expand its Network in New York
USA: General Plumbing Supply Inc. (GPS) has announced the acquisition of Consolidated Plumbing Supply Inc. (CPS), which is a 100-year-old...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read


US: LIXIL's Strong Japan Renovation Sales Offset by US Market Slump during the first Quarter FY 2024
Japan: LIXIL Corporation announced its first-quarter results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. Revenue increased by 3%...
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Jul 29, 20241 min read


Hellweg and Toom End Joint Purchasing Cooperation
Germany: The German DIY chain Hellweg and Toom Baumarkt (Rewe Group) have ended their cooperation in the joint purchasing of DIY Union....
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Jul 29, 20241 min read
COPA Heating Systems to Open New Heat Pump Facility in Bursa, Turkey
Turkey: COPA Heating Systems is expanding its investments with a new heat pump facility backed by a EUR 3.5 million investment. Known for...
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Jul 28, 20241 min read


Wickes Plans Redundancies Amid Cost-Saving Measures
UK: DIY retailer Wickes has announced plans to cut 200 kitchen and bathroom advisor roles, putting 500 staff into consultation. Despite...
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Jul 28, 20241 min read


FGI Industries Forays into Indian Market
India: FGI Industries Inc, renowned for its kitchen and bathroom solutions, has entered the Indian market by establishing FGI Industries...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


US Economy Soars in Q2 with Easing Inflation
US: The US economy grew at an annualized pace of 2.8% in the second quarter, surpassing the 2% growth expected by economists. This is a...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Mitsubishi Electric to Invest $143.5 Million in Maysville Facility for Heat Pump Compressors
Kentucky(USA): Mitsubishi Electric US (MEUS) is investing $143.5 million to repurpose a manufacturing facility in Maysville, Kentucky, to...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Nigeria's Inflation Climbs to 34.19% in June 2024
Nigeria: Nigeria’s inflation rate surged to 34.19% in June 2024 from 33.95% in May, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. This...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
Uzbekistan to Boost Electrical Exports to Europe, South Asia, and the Middle East
Uzbekistan: Uzbekistan’s electrical engineering sector, comprising around a thousand small, privately owned enterprises, has expanded...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Black Pelican Group Marks 20th Anniversary, Announces Expansion Plans in Nigeria
Nigeria: Black Pelican Group, celebrating its 20th anniversary, announced plans for manufacturing expansion and new product introductions...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
Connecticut Secures Up to $100M for Electric Heat Pump Initiative
US: Connecticut will receive up to $100 million from the EPA's Climate Pollution Reduction Program for the purchase and distribution of...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


New England Secures $500M for Heat Pump Installation
New England, USA: New England states have received $500 million in federal funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Construction Equipment Sales Remain Flat in Q1 FY25 Due to Election Impact in India
India: The Indian Construction Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (ICEMA) has not yet released official sales data, but industry...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read
Home Construction Prices Rise 3.8% in Q2, Wood Products Lead Increase in Thailand
Bangkok: In the second quarter of 2024, the price index for standard home construction rose by 3.8%, driven primarily by a 6.8% increase...
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Jul 25, 20241 min read


Diego Luxembourg Introduces High-Efficiency Residential Heat Pump
Luxembourg: Diego Luxembourg S.A. has introduced an air-to-water monobloc heat pump designed for residential applications. These heat...
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Jul 24, 20241 min read


Pure Thermal Partners with Finland’s Oilon for Heat Pumps
Heat Pump UK: Oilon, a Finland-based manufacturer, has appointed Pure Thermal as its UK Industrial Heat Pump partner to enhance the...
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Jul 24, 20241 min read


Bathroom Mountain selects Panther Logistics as its delivery partner
UK: Bathroom Mountain, an online bathroom retailer, has signed a 3-year contract with Panther Logistics, a specialist in 2-person...
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Jul 24, 20241 min read
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