by Chelsie Butler | May 14, 2021 | Business & People News
Elkay – a family-owned manufacturer of sinks, faucets, drinking water solutions, and other plumbing products – joined Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) as one way of preparing for business opportunities and challenges expected to emerge post-COVID-19. ...
by Chelsie Butler | May 14, 2021 | Business & People News
Nora Lighting has brought onboard two new engineering staff members at the company’s headquarters in Commerce, Calif., reported Nora executive vice president Jilla Farzan. Daniel Hicks recently joined the engineering team, and Brady Trespuer was promoted to...
by Chelsie Butler | May 14, 2021 | Business & People News
The United States construction industry is coming back strong this year. Just 96,000 building permits were issued in April 2020 — a five-year low. In contrast, an average of 135,500 building permits per month were issued in the U.S. during the first quarter of 2021. A...
by Chelsie Butler | May 13, 2021 | Business & People News
“How do we make sure our industry is available?” Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) CEO/Executive Director Kerry Stackpole remembers asking this question as the COVID-19 pandemic began to cause business shutdowns and stay-at-home orders. PMI’s efforts to have...
by Chelsie Butler | May 13, 2021 | Business & People News
Known for its beauty and ease of use, tile is a surface material that has stood the test of time. From cathedrals to modern backsplashes, tile has a way of enduring in interior design. KBB spoke with three brands and four tile designers to find out more about their...