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Smart Moves for Morrison Supply

Private equity-backed Morrison Supply continues its strategic growth.

April 12, 2013

By Mike Miazga

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Change can bring with it different levels of uncertainty.

Supply houses, manufacturers on the comeback trail with Made in the USA

These guys are getting back to business with American-made products.

April 12, 2013

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In a moment it became personal for Peter Ollestad. Ollestad, the national sales manager for Seattle-based bathroom vanity manufacturer Strasser Woodenworks, was at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show a few years back when he was approached at his company’s booth by a Chinese manufacturer.

Future-Proofing Hydronic Systems

Low water temperatures are the key.

April 12, 2013

By John Siegenthaler, P.E.

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There has always been a tradeoff between the water temperature at which hydronic heat emitters are sized and their cost.

Gaining Strength

Economy on cruise control as independents exceed expectations.

April 12, 2013

By Morris R. Beschloss

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Despite the amplification of obstacles strewn in the tortuous path of America’s hundreds of thousands of independent businesses by federal and state fiats, most of such “small” companies continue to inch forward.

Records Broken and Paths Forged

New faces and technologies showcased in Dallas.

April 12, 2013

By Jim Wheeler

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The recent 65th AHR Expo in Dallas established four new all-time records for Southwest shows.

From Success to Significance

Industry veteran Don Arnold makes a difference in Africa.

April 12, 2013

By Mike Miazga

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As I was driving to the store recently, a green-living commercial on the radio caught my attention.

Checklist for Compliance

The importance of OSHA HCS 2012.

April 12, 2013

By Louisa Mayers

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In 1983, OSHA enacted the Hazard Communication Standard to ensure the hazards of all chemicals produced or imported are classified and information on the classified hazards is communicated to employers and their employees through a comprehensive hazard communication program, container labeling, material safety data sheets and employee training.

Busy Season

Industry events are great networking opportunities.

April 12, 2013

By Jeff Pope

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As I write my monthly letter, we are approaching mid-April when we are a few weeks into baseball season and our thoughts turn to the crack of the bat, warmer weather and putting the cold days of winter behind us.

World Travelers

These 10 themes are worth keeping an eye on.

April 12, 2013

By Dan Holohan

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I love the odd-numbered years because they contain ISH Frankfurt. This year was my 12th consecutive visit to that enormous hydronic feast. Which is not to say ISH is only about hydronics.

Have a Plan

Proper marketing strategies will help your showroom business.

April 12, 2013

By Hank Darlington

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I recently did a webinar for a group of kitchen and bath dealers on the subject of marketing. It prompted me to think about the wholesale showroom and independent decorative plumbing and hardware showroom businesses.

HD Supply plans for IPO

Private equity owners will take HD Supply public, nearly six years after buying the industrial distribution company out of Home Depot Inc.

March 7, 2013

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HD Supply is one of the largest distributors of construction, industrial and maintenance supplies in North America.

Hire Job Applicants Who Have Good Work Ethics

Michael Mercer, Ph.D. will be a featured educational speaker at NetworkASA 2013 on Oct. 2-4 in Washington, D.C.

April 12, 2013

By Michael Mercer Ph.D.

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Pre-employment personality tests are among the different methods many companies use to hire hard-working and productive employees into their workforces. Make plans to join Dr. Michael Mercer, author of the book “Hire the Best & Avoid the Rest,” for his educational seminar at NetworkASA 2013 on October 2-4 in Washington, D.C.

ASA Winter Meeting Continues Association Planning Process

ASA leadership discusses the association’s strategic plan at February’s ASA Winter Meeting

April 12, 2013

By Michael Adelizzi

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ASA leadership discusses the association’s strategic plan at February’s ASA Winter Meeting.

NetworkASA 2013: One

April 12, 2013

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Save the date for NetworkASA 2013!

White Smoke for Tax Reform?

April 12, 2013

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During the second week of March, a number of monumental events took place in Washington, D.C.

Optimism, new programs highlight Forte conference

April 12, 2013

By Mike Miazga

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The recent Forte 2013 Conference at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas brought together more than 150 principals operating in excess of 250 showrooms across North America, as well as 65 preferred vendors.

Cregger Co. transfers two Illinois branches

April 12, 2013

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Cregger Co. recently transferred assets for two of its Illinois branches to St. Louis, Mo.-based Plumbers Supply Co.

PVF Roundtable golf tournament

April 12, 2013

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The Don Caffee Memorial golf tournament will be held May 20 at Wildcat Golf Club in Houston.

F.W. Webb acquires Bergen Industrial Supply

No immediate plans were announced to change the Bergen name.

February 22, 2013

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F.W. Webb has acquired northeast and central New Jersey PVF distributor Bergen Industrial Supply.

Integrated adapter valves

April 12, 2013

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The Legend Brass Manifold Series includes the M-8000 modular manifolds, M-8200 precision manifolds and M-8220 high capacity manifolds.

Hands-free kitchen faucet

New product at KBIS

April 12, 2013

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MotionSense from Moen provides an intuitive, hands-free kitchen faucet experience that responds to users’ hand movements to activate water flow.

The Galley sink

New product at KBIS

April 12, 2013

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The Galley sink also functions as a work station, which includes cutting boards, colanders, a drain rack and stainless bowls.

Jubilee bath collection

New product at KBIS

April 12, 2013

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The ROHL Perrin & Rowe Jubilee collection includes faucets, shower kits, optional showerheads and accessories for the bath, which were inspired by classic English design.

Product Focus: High-Efficiency Toilets

One-piece HET

April 12, 2013

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This high-efficiency toilet (operating at 1.28 gpf) from Danze features the graceful use of oval shapes, perfect for bathrooms with a more traditional decor.

Gravity flush HET

April 12, 2013

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The Cadence One toilet from ICERA features sleek lines and smooth contours, and comes in both a 1.28-gpf version and an ultra-high efficiency 1.0-gpf model.

Double cyclone flush HET

April 12, 2013

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TOTO introduces 1G, which is a 1.0-gpf ultra-high-efficiency toilet that offers the company’s state-of-the-art Double Cyclone flushing system.

CircuitSolver valve

April 12, 2013

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Therm-Omega-Tech introduces its CircuitSolver valve for domestic hot water systems.

Thread sealing compounds in squeeze tubes

April 12, 2013

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Blue Monster industrial-grade thread sealing compounds are now available in convenient, 2-oz. squeeze tubes that are ideal for any tool box or storage bin.

Press isolators

April 12, 2013

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Webstone’s Isolator uni-flange ball valve is now outfitted with press connections.

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DEWALT media event at Stanley Black and Decker University

The DEWALT media event was hosted at the Stanley Black and Decker University in Towson, Md.
Photos by Mike Miazga

3/13/13 2:00 pm EST

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