Recipients were chosen based on engagement with the HARDI organization in the respective areas.

Hooper joined Charlotte Pipe in 1988, and has held a variety of sales and management positions with the company over more than three decades of service.

John Reel, owner of Indiana's oldest family-owned distributors of industrial and commercial pipe, valves, and fittings since 1939, has passed away.

The graduates completed the requirements established in the HARDI Emerging Leaders program and these individuals become the 5th graduating cohort since the program began in 2014.

The award was established to provide educational opportunities to the children of VMA and VRC member company employees.

The company was recently recognized by several local organizations for its commitment to a culture of community involvement and inclusion.

Niagara is the first plumbing manufacturer to have won this award.

The strategic acquisition expands Marcone into plumbing parts and equipment.

Lincoln has chosen to maintain the highest level of health and safety standards available for plumbing by formally adopting the 2018 edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code.

The premier merit shop mechanical contractor’s proactive safety approach and strong safety culture has been recognized by the Chicagoland manufacturing association.