Supply House Times

2013 May

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Youthful perspective

Face-to-face interaction, proper training are critical.
Joshua Brown
May 21, 2013

It’s time to check in again with Generation Y. So, I interviewed a wholesaler (Stephen Smith, an inside salesperson right here at Metropolitan Pipe), a contractor (Jameson Buckley, assistant project manager for mechanical contractor Thomas G. Gallagher) and a manufacturers rep (Chris Gooding of David Gooding Co.) about experiences in their particular industry. 


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NetworkASA 2013: One industry, one voice, one future

ASA has developed a first-class annual gathering.
May 21, 2013

 This year’s theme for ASA’s annual convention is One Industry, One Voice, One Future. The event will be held in the heart of our nation’s capital in Washington Oct. 2-4 at the Renaissance Hotel. 


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Slicing the pie smaller

Consolidation accelerates in face of U.S. economic restructuring.
Morris R. Beschloss
May 21, 2013

One of the fascinating sidebars to the current problems, as well as opportunities confronting such major economic sectors as electrical, PHCP, PVF and industrial mill/supply distribution are the solid entities acting as the key warehousing/marketing bodies for the overwhelming central point between manufacturers and end users/installers.


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Checklist for compliance, Part 2

Requirements for chemical product and article manufacturers.
Louisa Mayers
May 15, 2013

This is the second of a two-part series on the steps United States-based employers should take to comply with the revised OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, also known as OSHA HCS 2012.


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Departments

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ASA University: A view from within

ASA Univserity Elevates Your Workforce, Company
May 21, 2013

ASA University is a combination of five dynamic colleges of knowledge geared toward providing your employees with the training necessary to help further their own careers and your company’s goals.


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Valve shipments to grow in 2013

Shipments for the U.S. industrial valve industry will grow 3% in 2013, increasing to nearly $4.3 billion according to figures recently released by Valve Manufacturers Association as part of its annual market forecast.
May 21, 2013

 Shipments for the U.S. industrial valve industry will grow 3% in 2013, increasing to nearly $4.3 billion according to figures recently released by Valve Manufacturers Association as part of its annual market forecast. 

 


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WIT & Co. enjoys prosperous 2012

WIT & Co. members had an impressive 2012.
Mike Miazga
May 21, 2013

Executive Vice President and COO Charlie Moorhead told Supply House Times at the annual Distributor/Vendor Conference at the Hilton Anatole in Dallas that purchases throughout the 89-member organization were up 14.5% over the previous year.


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ASA industry forecast webinar prepares members for changing economy

A rapidly changing residential market, improving commercial and industrial sectors, among topics discussed at ASA webinar April 11.
Michael Adelizzi
May 21, 2013

 A rapidly changing residential market, improving commercial and industrial sectors, volatility in availability of stable  energy pricing and greater uncertainty in Fed policies were all discussed  during the American Supply Association’s Industry Forecast webinar on Thursday, April 11. 



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New Products

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Two-in-one shower with H2Okinetic

The latest line of In2ition showers from Delta Faucet, which feature a showerhead and handheld shower in one, now includes the benefits of H2Okinetic technology.
May 21, 2013

 The latest line of In2ition showers from Delta Faucet, which feature a showerhead and handheld shower in one, now includes the benefits of H2Okinetic technology.  


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Ember vessel sink

Inspired by artisan pottery, Xylem’s color-rich REFLEX Ember vessel sink brings a new art form to the modern bath
May 21, 2013

 Inspired by artisan pottery, Xylem’s color-rich REFLEX Ember vessel sink brings a new art form to the modern bath 


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Boiler control mobile app

The new IHC boiler control simulator app from U.S. Boiler Co. makes it much easier for installers to get accustomed to electric boiler controls.
May 21, 2013

 The new IHC boiler control simulator app from U.S. Boiler Co. makes it much easier for installers to get accustomed to electric boiler controls.  


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Water jet drain cleaning machine

The redesigned JM-3080 Jet-Set water jet drain cleaning machine from General Pipe Cleaners clears stubborn grease stoppages, as well as lines clogged with sand, sludge and ice.
May 21, 2013

 The redesigned JM-3080 Jet-Set water jet drain cleaning machine from General Pipe Cleaners clears stubborn grease stoppages, as well as lines clogged with sand, sludge and ice.  


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6EN/10EN sump/effluent pumps

Little Giant’s 6EN and 10EN sump/effluent pumps feature Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motors, providing low current draw, energy efficiency, improved performance and cool running.
May 21, 2013

 Little Giant’s 6EN and 10EN sump/effluent pumps feature Permanent Split Capacitor (PSC) motors, providing low current draw, energy efficiency, improved performance and cool running. 


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No lead/DZR PEX fittings

Legend continues to grow the offering of no lead products in preparation of the new Federal No Lead with the addition of no lead/(DZR) dezincification- resistant brass PEX fittings.
May 21, 2013

 Legend continues to grow the offering of no lead products in preparation of the new Federal No Lead (Public Law 111-380) with the addition of no lead/(DZR) dezincification- resistant brass PEX fittings. 


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Home spa system mobile app

The new mySteamist app from Steamist offers users control of their Total Sense Home Spa System using an iPhone, iPad or Android mobile device.
May 21, 2013

 The new mySteamist app from Steamist offers users control of their Total Sense Home Spa System using an iPhone, iPad or Android mobile device. 


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Square showerhead

Speakman Co. introduces The Edge showerhead, the first of a series of new collections the company is releasing in 2013
May 21, 2013

Speakman Co. introduces The Edge showerhead, the first of a series of new collections the company is releasing in 2013


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Five-function showerhead

Niagara Conservation’s Vara Spa showerhead is available as both a handheld and fixed-mount combo showerhead with five spray settings, including full, pulse and center.
May 21, 2013

Niagara Conservation’s Vara Spa showerhead is available as both a handheld and fixed-mount combo showerhead with five spray settings, including full, pulse and center.


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ShowerCollection with Philippe Starck

Axor ShowerCollection with Philippe Starck offers a customizable building-block system for creating a shower from individual elements
May 21, 2013

 Axor ShowerCollection with Philippe Starck offers a customizable building-block system for creating a shower from individual elements. 


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