In Crain’s new role, he will be responsible for managing all aspects of both retail and specialty channels at NIBCO while creating and implementing a strategic growth plan and developing talent.

First Supply is honored to be recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces USA winner, a national award that reflects the company’s commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.

The Wholesaler magazine is preparing its annual "Wholesaling 100 list," recognizing leading PHCP-PVF distributors across North America.

How do you go about placing the spotlight on the PHCP industry as a viable career path? 

It is said: “Lack of credibility slays your character.” (Bernard Kelvin Clive) We all experienced an encounter where we either said or thought: Does this person even know what the hell they’re talking about?

The Acorn-ConTrols TempFlow Thermostatic Balancing Valve automatically maintains the temperature of the domestic hot water system.

This advanced digital mixing valve ensures precise temperature control, real-time monitoring, and seamless integration with building management systems.

The valve responds to water temperature, and controls the flow entering the recirculation line, eliminating the need to manually balance the circuit.