Duravit expands into North America with new Quebec facility
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News

Duravit opens first North American plant in Quebec

Manufacturer of porcelain bathroom products opens facility in Matane, Que. in the lower St. Lawrence region.

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Birnie Plumbing and Drains expands into St. Catharines

Hamilton-based family-owned contractor is growing its reach into the greater Niagara region.

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Study finds 62% of the HVAC industry will adopt press fittings in the future

ACCA 2025 Contractor of the Future study delivers some interesting top-line results.

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Susie Builds launches second book

The Susie Builds children’s book series promoting the trades growing! The Women in Canadian Trade Contracting initiative announces the release of ‘Susie’s Marvelous World of Me.’

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Features

Efficiency in Every Drop - Part 2

Low temperature heating and high temperature cooling is key to overall comfort and energy efficiency, and it’s best achieved with hydronics and heat pumps.

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