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LIXIL acquired Basco, a U.S.-based shower door manufacturer

Supply House Times Profile: LIXIL's Trey Northrup

LIXIL CEO discusses recent acquisition, labor shortage, industry trends and more.
Nicole Krawcke
Nicole Krawcke
May 9, 2023

Late last year, LIXIL made headlines when it announced the acquisition of Basco, a U.S.-based shower door manufacturing company. The acquisition represents an important step in LIXIL’s growth strategy in the Americas region, the company said. Recently at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show, Plumbing & Mechanical Chief Editor Nicole Krawcke had a chance to sit down with Trey Northrup, leader of LIXIL Americas, to discuss the company’s outlook following the acquisition, the current labor shortage, and the pitfalls of sanitation access and LIXIL’s LPP program, a global initiative aimed at tackling America’s sanitation challenges through public and private sector partnerships.


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Monthly Economic Report

ASA distributor members report strong month-to-month sales increase

However, year-over-year comparison lowest since early 2021.
May 9, 2023

Respondents to ASA’s monthly sales report reported a median sales increase of 1.7% for March 2023 vs. 2022. This represents the lowest this figure has been since February 2021. Year-to-date sales through March 2023 were up 8.9% vs. 2022.


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Jeff Valles: Your AI is ready

It’s time to chat with your digital showroom consultant.
Jeff Valles
May 9, 2023

The plumbing supply industry and our showrooms, as well as many re-distribution businesses, are run ERP systems that are based on the IBM AS/400 or DOS. Both originated in the 1980s. We are an industry that looks to shave pennies to scale and limit our operational invest. We live by “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” and so we have gone for a millennia. But, the possibility of having a knowledgable consultant in our pocket might just change the way we employ computers in all facets of business.


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LADDER SAFETY AT WORK

Eye on Safety: Steps to take for fall prevention

Ladder safety at work
Greg Holbrock
May 9, 2023

In this article we are going to discuss ladder safety. However, before touching on using ladders themselves, first we must ensure the housekeeping of the area in which the work will be conducted is maintained in adequate form — as with any on-the-job-project.


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Stephanie Porter Bodziach: Five ways to fuel your creativity

Creativity isn’t only for the marketers.
Stephanie Porter-Bodziach
May 8, 2023

In writing this column month after month, I recognize that while marketing insights and tips are helpful for many, a handful of folks don’t have the desire (or the time) to join in on their business’ marketing efforts. With this in mind, I wanted to think and “write outside the box” to focus on a topic applicable and relevant to all industry professionals and marketers alike. This topic is CREATIVITY.


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ELEVATE2023

Katie Poehling Seymour: Hold the ladder for someone

ASA’s Women in Industry Division continues to move our industry forward
Katie Poehling Seymour
Katie Poehling Seymour
May 8, 2023

While I’m not the first woman to be president of the American Supply Association, I am the first woman with the honor of attending the ASA Women in Industry ELEVATE conference as the ASA president —being the first woman to hold the role since the founding of the group in 2014.


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Dan Holohan: Still learning

Always make room to learn from your betters.
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Dan Holohan
May 6, 2023

"Our problem is that five out of hundreds of univentilator coils freeze up on a regular basis. They are part of two pipe steam systems with pneumatic control valves and condensate pumps. The F&T traps have been replaced and the coils are grading down to the returns. The traps on some are two feet or so below the coil outlet. The boiler pressure on all buildings runs between 4 psi and 8 psi and the boiler shuts down at night until the coldest room in the building requires heat. If the outside temperature falls below -15 C the boiler stays on pressure. Do you have any ideas on how to solve this problem?"


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Matt Stem joins Oatey Co. as vice president, distribution and global logistics

May 5, 2023

Stem will lead Oatey’s robust distribution network, driving long-term strategy and ensuring exceptional delivery for customers and partners. 


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Next Gen All Stars contest

Natalie Forster: Second annual Next Gen All Stars contest

Nominate a PHCP-PVF professional under 40 to be recognized.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
May 5, 2023

One thing I love about this industry is how eager and willing most individuals are to recognize peers, partners and co-workers for their outstanding work and commitment to the industry. It is evident every time one of our award stories is deployed, when we publish anniversary stories or even other news items like grand openings. People like, comment and share their congratulations for the companies recognized; it’s my favorite part of posting those types of articles online and on social media.


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Watts to host ASPE accredited webinar: Top Considerations for Selecting Remote Controls for Boiler Systems

May 3, 2023

On Wednesday, May 17 at 12 p.m. ET, participants will learn about remote controls for boiler systems and the top factors to consider in selecting them.


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