Member DashboardMay ’26 at-a-glance … environment
Refrigeration and other equipment that uses HFCs and HFC blends must meet EPA AIM Act labeling requirements for each subsector. Jan. 1, 2026 was the effective date for […]
May ’26 at-a-glance … energy
NAFEM is working with the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) and the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) on potential energy conservation standards for commercial refrigeration equipment and walk-in coolers/freezers. The proposals will continue the dialogue begun […]
Amplifying Members’ Voices
NAFEM regularly works with other organizations to advance the industry’s perspective with elected and appointed officials. Recently, NAFEM: Joined a small group of associations requesting that EPA […]
CFSP Spotlight: Alan Squier, CFSP
NAFEM’s Certified Foodservice Professional (CFSP) designation was established in 1987 and remains the most important industry certification for foodservice equipment […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … environment
Under the 2020 American Innovation & Manufacturing (AIM) Act, refrigeration and other products and equipment that use or are intended […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … energy
The California Energy Commission (CEC) issued proposed test procedures, efficiency standards, and reporting requirements for commercial dishwashers used in the state. CEC will host a public workshop to discuss […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … regulations
The U.S. Senate introduced the Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2026 as companion legislation to the House 2025 bill. Both measures aim to block the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) from finalizing its proposed Heat […]
April ’26 at-a-glance … taxes, tariffs & trade
On April 2, a Presidential Proclamation and accompanying fact sheet revised Section 232 tariffs on aluminum, steel and copper imports, effective April 6. Tariffs are now assessed on the full […]
State of the Association 2026
Eva-Marie Fox, CFSP, President & CEO, T&S Brass & Bronze Works, becomes NAFEM’s 53rd President during the NAFEM Annual Business […]
State of the Association 2026
Steve Spittle, CFSP, CCO, Middleby Corporation, 2024-2025 NAFEM president hands over the reigns to Eva-Marie Fox, CFSP, President & CEO, […]
March ’26 at-a-glance … regulations
Washington State’s amended Lead in Cookware Act (SB 5975) passed the Senate and is currently with the House for consideration. If enacted, the bill would eliminate the 10-ppm lead […]
ADVOCACY ISSUES SURVEY: Pressure Is the New Normal
Since NAFEM’s last advocacy issues survey in 2023, what once felt like short-term disruption has become a lasting reality. Volatility […]