September 2019 | SHT Magazine

Check out September 2019 issue of Supply House Times celebrates the American Supply Association’s 50th anniversary with a look at what has made the industry’s association into what it is today, plus the latest drain-cleaning trends and even more PHCP-PVF mergers and acquisitions.

Under the leadership of CEO Mike Adelizzi

ASA at 50: The forward momentum continues

The American Supply Association remains on an upward ascension thanks to focused leadership and programs and initiatives that drive member prosperity.

Mike Miazga

September 9, 2019

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Former American Supply Association Rick Fantham has told the story before about how national distributor Hajoca, of which Fantham is its president and CEO, had submitted its membership resignation to the national association about a decade ago.

Viega’s state-of-the-art Colorado Seminar Center

Viega gets hands-on with opening of Colorado Seminar Center

New Colorado Seminar Center takes education to next level for manufacturer’s customers.

Mike Miazga

September 16, 2019

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Viega wowed the PHCP-PVF industry in 2006 with the opening of its New Hampshire Seminar Center in Nashua.

Embassy highlights shareholders and vendors

Annual summer shareholders meeting also includes networking dinner cruise.

Nadia Askar

September 16, 2019

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Changes abundant within the drain-cleaning industry

Rapid innovations abundant within the industry.

Mike Miazga

September 11, 2019

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The drain-cleaning industry is in the midst of change. And manufacturers of drain-cleaning products are being proactive when it comes to adapting to an industry that previously maintained the status-quo.

A. O. Smith’s renovated Technical Training Facility

A. O. Smith hosts grand opening of Technical Training Facility

Renovated facility inside Customer Care Facility takes education to the next level.

Mike Miazga

September 12, 2019

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How far has water-heater manufacturer A. O. Smith’s training capabilities come?

MIFAB celebrates Chicago expansion

MIFAB has been a family owned plumbing manufacturer since 1982.

Nadia Askar

September 10, 2019

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MIFAB’s official groundbreaking ceremony for its 68,000-square-foot expansion at its headquarters in Chicago took place on Aug. 6, bringing the total square footage to 128,000.

Ferguson averts design-build challenges

Distributor plays key role in installation of VRF systems in New Jersey home.

Dan Vastyan

September 11, 2019

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Custom homes can be a double-edged sword for wholesalers supporting design-build contractors.

Women in Industry: How to get the most from industry events

Christy Maloney Amy Souders

September 10, 2019

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Think about the last industry event you attended.

ASA leadership approves three major initiatives

September 9, 2019

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In 2018, the American Supply Association’s leadership began focusing its attention toward thinking about the challenges facing association members that were too large for one member to confront alone.

Milwaukee Tool places focus on customers and employees

Engagement in multiple layers.

Nicole Krawcke

September 10, 2019

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Earlier this year, BNP Media’s Plumbing Group attended Milwaukee Tool’s New Product Symposium in Milwaukee.

NETWORK speaker Andrew Berlin lends insight into why his Berlin Packaging distributorship continues to flourish

Surprise and delight the customer.

Mike Miazga

September 9, 2019

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From time to time Supply House Times likes to bring to you distribution success stories outside the PHCP-PVF industry.

Julius Ballanco: Inside the opposition of A2L refrigerants

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

September 11, 2019

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ASHRAE proposed changes that would have added the provision of addendums “D” and “H” of ASHRAE 15 to the 2021 edition of the IAPMO Uniform Mechanical Code.

Eye on Safety: Inside the new DOT clearinghouse

Brittney Cornillaud

September 13, 2019

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Mark your calendars! On Jan. 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Transportation Clearinghouse will be up and running.

Jim Wheeler: Let's talk new refigerants

Jim Wheeler

September 13, 2019

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In 1988 when I quit my job as the national service manager for a major HVAC equipment company to become an editor for an HVACR trade magazine, I was asked by then-ACCA Director Jim Norris to look into the question of whether CFCs (particularly R11 and R12) were damaging our planet by destroying the earth’s protective ozone layer.

ASA President Steve Cook: Building one future

A bold and strategic plan to address the three most pressing issues facing members today.

Steve Cook

September 13, 2019

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As a long-time ASA member, I have seen the expanded value given to us by our national association year after year.

Dan Holohan: Saving coal at home

Dan Holohan

September 9, 2019

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Very few Americans are, but that was the title of the short, silent film I watched on YouTube. The United States Bureau of Mines Department of Commerce made it during the 1920s, and it’s filled with drama and also an annoying surprise.

Bruce Merrifield: How digital disruptors (will) skim distributor sales

Digital disruptors are multiplying!

Bruce Merrifield

September 12, 2019

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Today, digital disruptors are attacking most industries.

Mike Miazga is the Group Editorial Director for BNP Media’s Plumbing Group.

Mike Miazga: Billco Corp. carries on tradition

Mike Miazga

September 9, 2019

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Addison, Illinois-based pipe fitting manufacturer Billco Corp., has some neat history behind it.

Smart home products creat new growth opportunities

September 16, 2019

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Being successful in any business hinges on your ability to understand your customer in a way that allows you to anticipate their needs and offer a solution.

Dirk Beveridge: Culture drives change and innovation

Dirk Beveridge

September 16, 2019

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It has been said that culture eats strategy for lunch. And that culture is a company’s last differentiator.

Scott Weaver: ASA celebrating 50 years

Scott Weaver

September 16, 2019

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I’ve been involved with ASA for almost three decades. During that time, I’ve seen a lot of changes to both the association and the industry; I’ve also learned a lot of lessons.

PVF Roundtable continues to grow its membership

September 10, 2019

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The Houston, Texas-based PVF Roundtable networking organization continues to thrive on multiple fronts.

ASA University keeps you up to date

September 13, 2019

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ASA is constantly striving to improve the quality and quantity of educational offerings for members.

ASA Executive Committee advances plans for D.NEXT, Project TALENT and VITALITY

September 13, 2019

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In July, the ASA Executive Committee met in Chicago to review plans presented by the Issue Strategic Action Teams (ISATs) that met for the past year identifying solutions to the three most pressing issues facing members.

Meeting with your congressional representatives is vital to industry efforts to advance critical issues

Visiting Members of Congress.

September 13, 2019

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ASA has been working hard to build a stronger voice and to advance the ASA footprint on Capitol Hill by holding over 50 visits with the ASA Advocacy team and key members of Congress as well as attending numerous coalition meetings.

IPEX acquires Silver-Line Plastics

September 10, 2019

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Silver-Line Plastics announced today that its shareholders have entered into a share purchase agreement pursuant to which it will be acquired by IPEX.

Movers & Shakers — September 2019

Fairmont Supply hires Davis as president

September 9, 2019

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A. O. Smith announces NAWT integration plans

September 10, 2019

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A. O. Smith announced the beginning of its plans for integrating its most recent acquisition into its North American Water Treatment division.

Obituary: Milwaukee Valve's Glenn Whelan

September 9, 2019

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Milwaukee Valve Co. announced the recent death of Glenn Whelan, the company’s inside sales manager.

Inside the Bonomi-Frabo acquisition

‘This is a game-changer’

Mike Miazga

August 20, 2019

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How significant is the recent news that Bonomi Group acquired Italian-based fittings manufacturer Frabo?

AD member sales grow 15%

August 30, 2019

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Total sales at $23 billion in first half of 2019.

LPG, Winsupply announce strategic partnership

August 20, 2019

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Select Winsupply showrooms join Luxury Products Group.

ASA Advocacy fights hard for USMCA

Catherine Treadwell-Perry, J.D.

August 26, 2019

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Passage will help manufacturers grow in the U.S., compete globally and support millions of jobs across the country.

Liberty Pumps names new president

July 30, 2019

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Robyn Brookhart was named president of Liberty Pumps, effective immediately. She replaces Charlie Cook who will remain CEO and chairman.

Jones Stephens drainage and cleanout system

September 16, 2019

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The LevelBest offering from Jones Stephens is a complete drainage and cleanout system. LevelBest drains allow for adjustment to floor level after the concrete is poured.

Zurn wall hydrant

September 16, 2019

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Zurn’s Z1322-EZ encased anti-siphon automatic-draining wall hydrant fits flush in a 6” diameter cored-hole concrete exterior wall for easy installation.

NEOPERL flow regulators

September 16, 2019

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NEOPERL offers a line of compact flow regulators (OD sizes 1/4” to 15/16”) that is easy to insert (press-fit) and available in flow rates from 0.1 gpm to 30 gpm.

Caleffi lower water temperature book

September 16, 2019

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The 25th edition of “idronics” now is available and discusses techniques for lowering water temperature in existing hydronic systems

HeatLink PEX-a expansion system

September 16, 2019

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HeatLink’s F1960 PEX-a potable water expansion system features PureLink Plus PEX-a tubing, high-performance polymer fittings and multiport tees, no-lead (Eco) brass fittings, and PEX-a expansion rings.

General Pipe Cleaners mid-size drain cleaner

September 12, 2019

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General Pipe Cleaners’ new Sewerooter T-4 mid-size drain cleaner packs the performance, punch and portability to unclog 3” to 6” diameter lines up to 100’ long, the company notes.

Matco-Norca PEX ball valves

September 12, 2019

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Matco-Norca adds to its extensive line of lead-free brass ball valves with larger-size versions of both PEX and cold-expansion ball valves.

Milwaukee Tool tape measures

September 12, 2019

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Milwaukee Tool’s new generation of STUD tape measures utilizes a smaller spring to reduce size, and allows for a more compact, comfortable and ergonomic fit in the hand.

Viega PEX for basement fire sprinklers

September 12, 2019

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Viega PureFlow PEX pipe and fittings have been listed by UL as approved for use in exposed fire sprinkler systems in basements.

Val-Matic butterfly valves

September 11, 2019

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Val-Matic’s double offset high-performance butterfly valve

Webstone union ball

September 11, 2019

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Webstone, a brand of NIBCO, announces its new Pro-Pal Union Ball. Easily disconnect and replace any portion of a piped system.

Koul Tools fittings repair

September 11, 2019

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The Fitting Fixer is a tool that repairs damaged fittings on the spot.

Elkay filtered water dispenser

September 11, 2019

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Elkay’s ezH20 Liv bottle filler makes filtered water more accessible throughout the home, and not just in the kitchen.

Bonomi North America wafer ball valve packages

September 11, 2019

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Bonomi’s new direct-mount ANSI Class 150 automated wafer ball valve packages reduce cost, weight and space in industrial applications, the company explains.

RIDGID sectional drain cleaning machine

September 10, 2019

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The RIDGID K-5208 sectional machine adds a new transport cart for easier jobsite maneuvering and storage.

Lochinvar condensing boiler

September 10, 2019

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Launched in 2011, the CREST condensing boiler family offers facilities the broadest range of specification flexibility in the marketplace, Lochinvar states.

Easyflex flexible sprinkler drop

September 10, 2019

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Easyflex’s new Ultra Performance flexible sprinkler drop features a 1 1/4” ID, which translates into less friction loss than 1” schedule 40 pipe with the same number of 90s.

Watts adjustable floor drains

September 10, 2019

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The new Pronto! Line of adjustable floor drains from Watts is a durable aesthetic product that provides ease of installation and simple leveling for all floor finishes, the company explains.

On Demand Protecting drinking water is of paramount importance. The last decade has seen the enactment of safe drinking water laws that safeguard our water for consumption. These laws can lead to confusion in determining which applications are regulated and which materials are safe to be installed in these applications.

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