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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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May 6, 20241 min read
Viessmann Embarks on the Biggest Shift in its 100-year History with the Sale of the Heating Division.
USA: Viessmann has sold its heating sector to US corporation Carrier Global for 12 billion euros, plus a stake in Carrier. The time was...
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May 2, 20241 min read
The First Cold-Climate VRF From JCI-Hitachi
USA: In North America, Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning has introduced the first VRF heat pump designed for chilly climates. A...
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May 1, 20241 min read
Premier Supply Group Is Acquired by Granite Group
USA: The Granite Group, a prominent supplier of plumbing, HVAC, piping, water systems, and energy products in the northeast, has acquired...
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May 1, 20241 min read
The US Department of Energy Finalises Efficiency Standards for Water Heaters
USA: A new water heater energy efficiency standard that will save lives, save utility costs, and reduce pollution was finalised by the US...
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Apr 30, 20241 min read
US ceramic Tile Manufacturers Petition Anti-Dumping and Countervailing Duties on Indian Imports
USA: According to TCNA Tile Council of North America, "the 9 U.S. ceramic tile manufacturers which form the Coalition for Fair Trade in...
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Apr 26, 20241 min read
As sticky Inflation limits Demand, Carrier Global Lowers Full-Year Sales Forecast
USA/Global: Manufacturer of air conditioners Carrier Global reduced its sales projection for the entire year on Thursday, citing ongoing...
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Apr 25, 20241 min read
Rheem opens Innovation Learning Center in Lawnside, New Jersey
US: Rheem has opened a 6,200-square-foot Innovation Learning Centre (ILC) at its Lawnside, New Jersey location. The new state-of-the-art...
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Apr 25, 20241 min read
Carrier Ventures Announces Investment in Strategic Thermal Labs for Development of Groundbreaking Data Center Cooling Technology
USA: Carrier Ventures announced an investment and technological relationship with Strategic Thermal Labs ("STL"). Carrier will use this...
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Apr 25, 20241 min read
Biden Bans Gas Stoves And Appliances In Federal Buildings
US: The Department of Energy (DOE) issued the final rule, which mandates government agencies to "phase out" and eventually cease on-site...
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Apr 24, 20241 min read
IMF: The Rate of Global Recovery Varies by Location and is Often Slow
Global: The world economy is expected to grow at the same rate of 3.2% in 2024 and 2025 as it did in 2023, according to the baseline...
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Apr 24, 20241 min read
February Building Construction Investment Falls
Canada: Statistics Canada reported a 1% drop in building construction investment in February. From January, the monthly figure fell 1.1%...
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Apr 24, 20241 min read
The Modine Heat Pump Coil Plant Opens
USA/SERBIA: A second plant in Sremska, Serbia, has been officially established by the American manufacturer Modine. This facility is...
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Apr 22, 20241 min read
Bosch's New Heat Pumps Will Use Honeywell's Energy-Efficient Solstice low-GWP Refrigerant
USA: The latest range of heat pumps from Bosch will use the energy-efficient Solstice low-global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant from...
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Apr 22, 20241 min read
Beijer Ref Set to Acquire US Company Young Supply
USA: The acquisition of Young Supply, a North American distributor of commercial refrigeration and HVAC systems with its headquarters...
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Apr 19, 20241 min read
The Largest Reduction in New-Home Development in Four Years Despite a Housing Scarcity in America
US: As a result of home builders cutting back on new projects, the number of new homes that were built in March decreased by 14.7%....
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Apr 19, 20241 min read
United States Construction Demand May Increase After Election Concern Settles
US: The uncertainty surrounding the election has had a chilling effect on major projects while developers wait to get a read on the...
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Apr 17, 20241 min read
Honeywell And Bosch Team Up For Heating And Cooling Solutions with Less Global Warming
CHARLOTTE, N.C. : A recent announcement made by Honeywell revealed that Bosch's most recent series of heat pumps will feature Honeywell's...
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Apr 16, 20241 min read
XNRGY Breaks Ground on $300 Million Manufacturing Facility in Arizona
USA: XNRGY has commenced building of a new manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona. The company, which specializes in sustainable HVAC...
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Apr 16, 20241 min read
Hotel Pipeline Activity Soars in Americas, Slips in Other Regions.
USA: Hotel pipeline activity increased year-over-year in every region except the Americas at the end of the first quarter, according to...
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Apr 9, 20241 min read
San Francisco Bay Area will Phase Out Natural Gas Heaters
Beginning in 2027, the San Francisco Bay area will phase out natural gas-powered furnaces and water heaters to enhance local air quality...
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