PM Magazine

09/10/2026

Wint.ai has raised $36 million in Series D funding to support its continued growth and expansion of AI-powered water management technology.

The company’s technology is designed to help buildings and facilities detect leaks, reduce water waste and prevent costly water damage.

Learn more about the funding and Wint’s plans for growth: https://brnw.ch/21x5Blr
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Wint's platform uses AI algorithms to analyze water data in commercial and industrial buildings in real time, giving facilities and risk teams precise visibility into where water is being used, wasted, or lost before damage occurs.

09/10/2026

Plumbing Manufacturers International has released the agenda for its Nov. 2-5 conference in New Orleans.

Take a look at what’s planned for PMI26 at the link.



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PMI26 heads to New Orleans Nov. 2-5, bringing plumbing manufacturers together for four days of education, leadership development and industry discussion on the issues shaping manufacturing’s future.

09/09/2026

As data center construction accelerates nationwide, the industry is facing another challenge: finding enough skilled workers to keep pace.

Industry leaders are responding with a new national workforce initiative aimed at building the pipeline of skilled professionals needed to support continued data center growth.

Learn more about the initiative, led by Interplay Learning, and the workforce challenges facing the sector: https://brnw.ch/21x5zBb
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The alliance’s first priority is to extend the reach of these programs with a digital onramp designed to help people anywhere in the country begin building job-relevant skills right away, while connecting employers with emerging talent sooner.

09/09/2026

What happens to a web lead when nobody responds?

An analysis of 100 and contractor websites found gaps in lead response, recent reviews and Google Business Profile activity, highlighting several ways contractors may be missing opportunities without realizing it.

How does your company track and respond to online leads?


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In a category where the first contractor to respond wins the job more than 70% of the time, a six-hour window is not slow — it is a forfeit.

09/08/2026

Oatey has earned two workplace honors recognizing its efforts to attract, develop and retain top talent in Northeast Ohio.

The company was named a 2026 NorthCoast 99 award winner for the 16th time and was also recognized as Engage! Cleveland’s 2026 Generation NEXT Company of the Year in the Large Company category.

Learn more about the recognitions: https://brnw.ch/21x5xEd
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Oatey Co. has earned two workplace honors recognizing its efforts to attract, develop and retain top talent in Northeast Ohio.

09/08/2026

Square-foot pricing may offer a quick benchmark, but it can also hide the true cost of a plumbing job.

Fixture counts, linear feet of pipe, labor phases, code requirements and material choices all affect the bottom line, and relying too heavily on a per-square-foot estimate can lead to margin compression and costly overruns.

See why accurate job costing matters for protecting profitability: https://brnw.ch/21x5xrn
Image courtesy of Field ProMax.

If a GC or homeowner hands you a mechanical square-foot number, treat it as a conversation starter, not a bid.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day.

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend as much as we did!

09/06/2026

Housecall Pro Pro is bringing home service professionals together across the country for its inaugural Trades Thursday, a nationwide celebration designed to recognize the people who keep homes and communities running.

The event is all about creating opportunities for tradespeople to connect, celebrate their work and strengthen relationships within the home service community.

Learn more about the inaugural Trades Thursday: https://brnw.ch/21x5u3O
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A new annual tradition spanning 15+ regional hubs and locally hosted events will mark the nation’s largest gathering of trades professionals.

09/05/2026

NIBCO INC has completed its acquisition of UniTorq Actuators and Controls, expanding the company’s presence in commercial and industrial markets.

The acquisition strengthens NIBCO’s valve actuation portfolio, adding UniTorq’s pneumatic and electric actuators, accessories and controls. UniTorq will become part of NIBCO while retaining its people, products and brand reputation.

Learn more about the acquisition: https://brnw.ch/21x5t4f
Image courtesy of NIBCO.

The acquisition expands NIBCO’s industry presence and strengthens its ability to provide customers with valve actuation and control solutions for commercial and industrial applications.

09/04/2026

The 2026 ASPE Convention & Expo is headed to Oklahoma City, bringing plumbing industry professionals together for education, new technology and networking.

From technical education sessions to the latest products and solutions on the Expo floor, this year’s event offers opportunities to learn, connect and see what’s ahead for the plumbing industry.

Get a preview of what to expect at ASPE 2026: https://brnw.ch/21x5se0

Get ready for ASPE’s 2026 Convention & Expo in Oklahoma City. This episode explores what attendees can expect from the event.