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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.
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
Over 500,000 Govee Electric Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards in USA
USA: The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a recall of approximately 512,500 GoveeLife and Govee Smart Electric...
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
LG Electronics Australia Appoints Virender Rana as Head of Business Air Solutions
Australia: LG Electronics Australia has appointed Virender Rana as the new Head of Business Air Solutions, marking his return to LG after...
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
UK to Phase Out Gas Boilers in New Homes by 2027
UK: Under new government legislation aimed at reducing carbon emissions, gas boilers will be banned in most new homes by 2027. As part of...
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
Morgan Stanley PE to Sell HVAC Firm to Goldman Sachs
US: Morgan Stanley's private equity division is selling its heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business, Sila Services,...
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Nov 12, 20241 min read
Franke Group Completes WESCO Acquisition
Germany/Switzerland: Franke Group has completed its acquisition of WESCO Group, a leading supplier of premium extractor hoods and...
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Nov 10, 20241 min read
India's Inflation Set to Reach 5.81% Amid Rising Food Prices
India: Consumer price inflation in October is observed to be at a 14-month high of 5.81%, according to a Reuters poll of economists. This...
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Nov 10, 20241 min read
Home Energy Rebates Kick Off in New Mexico, Offering Up to $14,000 in Savings
United States (New Mexico): New Mexico has launched its first Home Energy Rebates program under the federal Inflation Reduction Act,...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read
Climaveneta to Open New USD 48M Facility in India for Industrial Chillers
India: Climaveneta Climate Technologies (CCT), part of Japan’s Mitsubishi Electric, is investing INR 400 crore (approximately USD 48...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read
Ideal Air Conditioning Expands HVAC Services
USA: Ideal Air Conditioning and Insulation, based in Phoenix, is enhancing its HVAC service operations by expanding its team of...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read
Kohler to Introduce Chinese Cultural Designs in Product Expansion
USA/China: Kohler Co Ltd, a global bathroom and kitchen products manufacturer, plans to integrate elements of traditional Chinese culture...
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Nov 8, 20241 min read
Evans Air Conditioning Expands HVAC Services
USA: Evans Air Conditioning has expanded its HVAC services to McDonough, Georgia, offering heating, cooling, and indoor air quality...
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Nov 7, 20241 min read
Sonas Bathrooms Joins UK’s Bathroom Manufacturers Association
UK: Sonas Bathrooms has joined the Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) as its newest member. Sonas, which entered the UK market in...
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Nov 7, 20241 min read
Daikin Opens New Sustainable Home Centre in Manchester
UK: Daikin is set to open its 12th Sustainable Home Centre of 2024 in Manchester, located in the new Swinton branch of James Hargreaves....
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Nov 7, 20241 min read
German Proposal to Ban Public Procurement of VRFs
Germany: The German government’s proposed ban on public procurement of multi-split and VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) air conditioning...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
TOTO India Achieves Twofold Growth in WASHLET Sales in Just Three Years
India: TOTO, a global leader in sanitaryware, has achieved a major milestone with its WASHLET electronic bidet, surpassing 60 million...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
Kensa Appoints Paul Donovan as New Chair of the Board
UK: Kensa, a British ground source heat pump supplier and innovator, has appointed Paul Donovan as the new Chair of the Board, effective...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
Vietnam Sets Ambitious Economic Growth Targets for 2025 Amid Recovery Efforts
Vietnam: Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh projects economic growth of 6.5% to 7% for 2025, with an aim to exceed 7% as the...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
Thailand Finance Minister Sets Sights on Surpassing 3% Economic Growth Forecast for 2025
Thailand: Thailand's economic growth is expected to reach 3% in 2025, driven by increases in spending, exports, investment, and tourism,...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
NOVAIR Expands to Eastern Canada, Offering Advanced Cold Climate Solutions
Canada: NOVAIR Heat Pumps, a leader in energy-efficient HVAC solutions, is expanding into Eastern Canada to make advanced cold climate...
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Nov 5, 20241 min read
Haier Group to Form JV with JSW Group, Invest $119 Million
India: Haier Group, a leading Chinese home appliances manufacturer, plans to establish a joint venture with India’s JSW Group, with an...
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