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Pressurized Pipes Offer Flexibility, Lower Costs and Easier InstallationsPlumbers are well versed with PVC piping, but p...
09/22/2025

Pressurized Pipes Offer Flexibility, Lower Costs and Easier Installations

Plumbers are well versed with PVC piping, but plastic piping for higher-temperature and pressure applications is an area engineers and plumbers may want to keep an eye on.

Materials have become more sophisticated. Piping can be rigid and come in straight lengths or be made with high flexibility for use as connections in plumbing solutions and in hydronic systems.

This article discusses available piping options and includes a FREE DOWNLOADABLE PIN-UP GUIDE to plastic piping materials, their applications and specifications.

Continue reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/articles/pressurized-pipes-offer-flexibility-lower-costs-and-easier-installations/

PDI Extends Operations to Smyrna, TennesseeThe kitchen, bath, lighting and plumbing wholesaler and retailer will open a ...
09/19/2025

PDI Extends Operations to Smyrna, Tennessee

The kitchen, bath, lighting and plumbing wholesaler and retailer will open a new branch to serve the professional trades. The new location complements the company’s existing branch and PDI Kitchen, Bath and Lighting showroom in Nashville, as well as its branch located in White House, TN.

Learn more, here: https://www.southernphc.com/industry-news/pdi-extends-operations-to-smyrna-tennessee/

A. O. Smith has announced the appointment of Paul Jones to the role of senior vice president, general counsel and chief ...
09/17/2025

A. O. Smith has announced the appointment of Paul Jones to the role of senior vice president, general counsel and chief compliance officer, effective Oct. 1, 2025.

Jim Stern, A. O. Smith's executive vice president, general counsel and secretary, will transition to executive vice president corporate development, strategy and secretary. Jones and Stern will both report to CEO Steve Shafer.

To learn more, visit: https://www.southernphc.com/people/a-o-smith-announces-leadership-changes/

Artificial Intelligence DemystifiedBy Jason SullivanAI isn’t some far-off tech trend. It’s already transforming wholesal...
09/15/2025

Artificial Intelligence Demystified
By Jason Sullivan

AI isn’t some far-off tech trend. It’s already transforming wholesale distribution. Across the industry, AI-powered tools are helping counter staff and inside sales teams quote faster, upsell smarter, and onboard like pros. This isn’t about robots or science fiction, it’s about practical tools solving the day-to-day challenges of distribution.

Continue reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/articles/artificial-intelligence-demystified/

Oatey has announced that Peter McMillan has been promoted to senior vice resident, wholesale sales.McMillan joined Oatey...
09/11/2025

Oatey has announced that Peter McMillan has been promoted to senior vice resident, wholesale sales.

McMillan joined Oatey more than eight years ago as regional sales manager. Most recently, he served as director of wholesale sales in the West region, where he made a significant impact by building the sales team, forging relationships with customers and contractors, and consistently driving growth.

Learn more, here: https://www.southernphc.com/people/oatey-co-promotes-peter-mcmillan-to-senior-vice-president-wholesale-sales/

How Health & Wellness Trends are Influencing Our IndustryBy Coley Herrin of  - Kitchen, Bath & Lighting We live in an in...
09/09/2025

How Health & Wellness Trends are Influencing Our Industry
By Coley Herrin of - Kitchen, Bath & Lighting

We live in an interesting time where homegrown celebrities have more influence over consumer behavior than corporate advertisers. Social media personalities feed us a constant stream of tips and tricks to optimize our health, improve our moods, eat cleaner, and workout better.

The way we shop for products has completely transformed since the introduction of social media more than 20 years ago.

Continue reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/articles/how-health-wellness-trends-are-influencing-our-industry/

How to Build a Profitable Contractor BusinessPart 1By F. James McCarlBuilding a business is no easy task, especially in ...
09/04/2025

How to Build a Profitable Contractor Business
Part 1
By F. James McCarl

Building a business is no easy task, especially in the mechanical construction industry, where consistent profitability can feel like an elusive goal. Many contractors struggle to achieve sustainable returns year after year, often wondering if they could manage their businesses more effectively for better results.

Continue reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/articles/how-to-build-a-profitable-contractor-business-part-1/

HP Water Heater Sales Forecast to Surge by 2030By Andrew MorrisseyHeat pump water heaters account for the fastest-growin...
09/02/2025

HP Water Heater Sales Forecast to Surge by 2030
By Andrew Morrissey

Heat pump water heaters account for the fastest-growing segment of water heater sales, but they are still a small segment of overall purchases.

The technology is more efficient than gas or electric water heaters, but consumers largely remain loyal to what they know when a water heater fails.

For now.

Keep reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/industry-news/hp-water-heater-sales-forecast-to-surge-by-2030/

BDR Announces Keynote Speakers for SPARK 2026SPARK 2026 will feature Sarah Wells, a speaker known for empowering her aud...
09/01/2025

BDR Announces Keynote Speakers for SPARK 2026

SPARK 2026 will feature Sarah Wells, a speaker known for empowering her audience to cultivate personal excellence. The second speaker will be Jon Acuff, the author of 10 books — among them the recent New York Times bestseller, “All it Takes is a Goal.” Acuff has been named one of Inc.’s Top 100 Leadership Speakers, and has shared dynamic keynotes for organizations like Microsoft, Chick-fil-A and FedEx.

To learn more, visit: https://www.southernphc.com/industry-news/bdr-announces-keynote-speakers-for-spark-2026/

AD and TCG Announce Intent to MergeAffiliated Distributors (AD) and The Commonwealth Group (TCG) are merging, uniting 35...
08/29/2025

AD and TCG Announce Intent to Merge

Affiliated Distributors (AD) and The Commonwealth Group (TCG) are merging, uniting 359 PHCP distributors under the AD community. The deal strengthens networks, doubles PHCP volume, and creates new opportunities for growth and efficiency across a $100 billion-plus combined business.

Learn more, here: https://www.southernphc.com/industry-news/ad-and-tcg-announce-intent-to-merge/

08/28/2025

PHCC Backs Federal Push to Expand Apprenticeships in Skilled Trades
The executive order requires agencies to submit a plan to reach 1 million active registered apprentices annually comes as many younger workers are assessing whether a college education is worth the cost, versus learning a trade that will quickly launch them into a steady career.

Read the article from Southern Plumbing, Heating and Cooling featuring our own Dan Quinonez: https://ow.ly/IhH050WJBGC

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PHCC National Association Backs Federal Push to Expand Apprenticeships in Skilled Trades“It’s an ambitious goal of tryin...
08/27/2025

PHCC National Association Backs Federal Push to Expand Apprenticeships in Skilled Trades

“It’s an ambitious goal of trying to get to the number of apprentices that he’d like to come up with,’ said Dan Quinonez, PHCC’s chief operating officer and executive director of the PHCC Educational Foundation. “It’s a continuation of what the president had done in his first term.”

The order set deadlines for three main targets...

Continue reading, here: https://www.southernphc.com/industry-news/phcc-backs-federal-push-to-expand-apprenticeships-in-skilled-trades/

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