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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.


Toto Plans to Triple U.S. Showrooms Amid Growing Washlet Demand
Toto US: Toto, a Japanese toilet manufacturer, has announced plans to triple its number of showrooms in the United States to 300...
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Jan 8, 20251 min read


Reece USA Expands with New Bath and Kitchen Showroom in Gilbert
Expands with New Bath and Kitchen Showroom in Gilbert USA: Reece USA has opened a new bath and kitchen showroom in Gilbert’s Verde at...
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Jan 8, 20251 min read
Biden's Natural Gas Water Heater Ban Sparks Criticism for Impact on Low-Income Households
USA: As President Biden's time in office draws to a close, his administration continues to prioritize progressive policies over the needs...
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Jan 7, 20251 min read


Midea Group Expands Operations with New Factory in Brazil
Midea Group Brazil: Midea Group has commenced construction of a new 73,000 sqm manufacturing plant in Pouso Alegre, Minas Gerais, as part...
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Jan 1, 20251 min read


Samsung Electronics Makes Entry into the US Heat Pump Market
Samsung Electronics South Korea/US: Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of its Eco Heating System (EHS) at CES 2025 in Las...
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Dec 25, 20241 min read


Sila Services Expands DC Metro Presence with Acquisition of John Nugent & Sons
Handshake USA: Sila Services, LLC has announced its acquisition of John Nugent & Sons, a renowned family-owned HVAC, plumbing, and...
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Dec 24, 20241 min read


Resilient Consumer Spending Boosts Economic Growth, Inflation Softens Slightly in US
US Flag USA: Consumer spending in the U.S. grew by 0.4% in November, supported by robust demand across goods and services, reflecting the...
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Dec 22, 20241 min read
Mits Airconditioning Gains Master Distribution Rights for Clivet HVAC Products in North America
USA: Mits Airconditioning Inc., based in Mississauga, Ontario, has secured master distribution rights for Clivet’s range of commercial...
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Dec 20, 20241 min read


Sila Services Expands Footprint with Acquisition of Pittsburgh Based A-Comfort Service
Acquisition USA : Sila Services has announced the acquisition of A-Comfort Service, a prominent HVAC and plumbing company based in...
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Dec 17, 20241 min read


LG Electronics and University of Alaska Anchorage Launch Heat Pump Labs for Cold-Climate Research
Launch Heat Pump Labs for Cold-Climate Research USA: The Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research, a partnership between LG Electronics...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


PrimeSource Brands Acquires Harney Hardware to Strengthen Kitchen & Bath Portfolio
PrimeSource Brands Acquires Harney Hardware USA: PrimeSource Brands has announced the acquisition of Harney Hardware, a supplier of...
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Dec 11, 20241 min read


AUX Expands into U.S. Market with Subsidiary AUX AIR USA
AUX USA: Global residential HVAC leader AUX, valued at $10 billion, has announced its entry into the U.S. market with the launch of AUX...
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Dec 9, 20241 min read


AirX Climate Solutions Acquires Powrmatic USA
USA: AirX Climate Solutions Inc. (ACS), a specialist in HVAC systems, has announced the acquisition of Powrmatic USA, a Maryland-based...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


The Scott Group Acquires Strasser to Expand Bathroom Furniture Portfolio
USA: The Scott Group has acquired Strasser, a bathroom furniture manufacturer based in Woodinville, Washington. The acquisition,...
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Dec 6, 20241 min read


Pentair Acquires U.S. Heat Pump Manufacturer
USA: Pentair plc has acquired Florida-based G&F Manufacturing LLC, a pool heat pump manufacturer, for approximately $108 million in cash....
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Dec 4, 20241 min read


Heat Pumps Gaining Popularity in Northwest Ohio Due to Environmental and Financial Benefits
USA: With temperatures dropping sharply in recent weeks, many people are once again focused on maintaining a comfortable indoor...
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Dec 3, 20241 min read


Daikin Considers Export Strategy Shift Amid Tariff Concerns
Mexico: Daikin Industries is evaluating a shift in export destinations for its Mexico-made products following a proposal by US...
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Nov 27, 20241 min read


Copeland and Daikin Announce Joint Venture to Bring Inverter Compressor Technology to the US
US: Copeland and Daikin have partnered to introduce Daikin’s inverter swing rotary compressor technology to the US residential HVAC...
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Nov 26, 20241 min read


Del-Air Expands Reach in Florida with Colman Heating and Air Acquisition
US: Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, and Electric company has expanded its operations in Florida by acquiring Colman Heating and Air,...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read


Houston Astros and Daikin Announce 15-Year Naming Rights Deal for Daikin Park
USA: The Houston Astros and Daikin Comfort Technologies North America have signed a 15-year exclusive naming-rights agreement, renaming...
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Nov 20, 20241 min read
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