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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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Sep 18, 20241 min read
Argentina Recession Deepens as Economy Shrinks More Than Expected in the Second Quarter
Argentina: Argentina saw its economy contract by 1.7% in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the previous three months, deepening the...
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Sep 18, 20241 min read
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
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 12, 20241 min read
US Inflation Slows in August, But Housing and Services Keep Pressure on Fed
US:Â 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
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:Â 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 11, 20241 min read
California Pushes for Electric Heat Pumps
USA: The California Energy Commission is considering a new code that will shape the construction of new buildings, additions, and...
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Sep 5, 20241 min read
Paschal Air Plumbing & Electric Acquires Patriot Heat & Air to Expand Services in Oklahoma
United States: Paschal Air, Plumbing & Electric, a leading home services provider in Arkansas, Missouri, and Texas, has acquired Patriot...
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Sep 5, 20241 min read
Team Air Buys HVAC Wholesale Distributor Best Choice Supply
United States: Kian Capital-backed Team Air Distributing has acquired Best Choice Supply (BCS), an HVAC wholesale distributor based in...
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Sep 4, 20241 min read
Rheem Strengthens Air Business with Acquisition of Nortek Global HVAC
United States: Rheem has announced its intent to acquire Nortek Global HVAC (NGH), a leading air conditioning products manufacturer based...
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Sep 3, 20241 min read
U.S. Construction Spending Drops in July Due to High Mortgages and Increased Supply
US: Construction spending in the US fell by 0.3% in July, a larger drop than the 0.1% expected by economists, as rising mortgage rates...
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Sep 3, 20242 min read
Australian Home Building Approvals Surge in July, But Challenges Persist
Australia: New home building approvals have reached a 14-month high, signaling a return of market confidence. According to the Australian...
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Aug 29, 20241 min read
Innovair Expands U.S. Market Presence with Acquisition of Warmzone
US: Innovair Solutions, a Quebec-based manufacturer and distributor of electric heating and HVAC solutions, is expanding its presence in...
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Aug 28, 20241 min read
Argentina Sees Inflation Ease as Milei Implements Austerity
Argentina: Argentina, grappling with one of the world's highest inflation rates, has seen a notable slowdown in inflation to 4% in July,...
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Aug 28, 20241 min read
Four Hands Expands Portfolio with Two New Categories
US: Four Hands has expanded its product portfolio with the addition of two new categories: bath and wallpaper. The bath category features...
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Aug 25, 20241 min read
The European Union Authorises the Acquisition of Purmo Group
Finland/USA: The acquisition of sole control of Purmo Group of Finland by Apollo Global Management of the United States has been approved...
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Aug 22, 20241 min read
Aquatherm Expands Reach in Canada Through Strategic Partnerships with Local Distributors
Canada: Aquatherm has expanded its distribution and support network in Canada by partnering with Equipco Ltd., based in Maple Ridge, BC,...
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