Industry News
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Braeburn Thermostats now available at Metropac
National HVAC/R Master Distributor Metropac is now stocking Braeburn Thermostats. Available for immediate shipment from Metropac are Braeburn Mechanical, Programmable and Non-Programmable thermostats and accessories. From their original Premier Series to their economical Builder Series, Braeburn Thermostats provide solutions to lower energy costs and increase comfort in any home or business environment. Braeburn’s innovative value-added features, reliability and contemporary designs make them the brighter choice in climate controls.
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Basco breaks ground on facility expansion
Basco Shower Enclosures recently broke ground on a new 50,000-square-foot facility adjacent to its 130,000-square-foot headquarters in Mason, Ohio.
“As Basco continues to grow, it became very apparent that we would need to expand our facility to accommodate increased product demand,” explained president and CEO George Rohde. “The new facility will allow us to accommodate larger orders and maintain a greater inventory of products for faster turnaround. Eventually, we hope to use the space for additional types of manufacturing.”
The facility is expected to be ready for occupancy by August 1, and will also include 5,000 square feet of office space.
Cregger Co. opens new Georgia branch
Cregger Company has opened a new location in Valdosta, Ga., the company’s first in Georgia.
The 30,000-square foot branch will distribute both plumbing and HVAC products. Its plumbing lines include Eljer, Delta, Briggs, Bathcraft, Elkay, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, and Rheem. HVAC lines include Nordyne brands Gibson and Tappan, Attco, Gray Metal South, Owens Corning, Selkirk, and Honeywell Controls/IAQ Products.
A Cregger Company representative noted, “We are very excited about the opening of Valdosta, and our future growth in Georgia. Jeff Stokes, Greg Godwin and the whole Valdosta team bring tremendous experience, energy and enthusiasm to Cregger Company. They share our unwavering commitment to deliver exceptional customer service. This addition represents a large step forward in the continuing growth of our company.”
Geberit foundry receives environmental award
In recognition of Geberit's commitment to superior environmental performance and continuous stewardship, the City of Milwaukee awarded Gerberit Starline, the company foundry based out of Milwaukee, for exemplary implementation of environmental conservation regulations.
As part of the City of Milwaukee's commitment to environmental responsibility and water quality on Lake Michigan, the city regularly checks whether regional companies are adhering to the ecological wastewater guidelines. The award is the city's way of taking its hat off to those companies that work the hardest to preserve and protect the environment and public health.
To ensure that no chemicals enter the wastewater, Starline stores all dangerous substances in double-walled containers. The plant works continuously on improving environmental protection.
New Products
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Space-saving water heaters deliver big High Performance Series water heaters provide incredible hot water delivery from a space-saving, convenient package. When tested to the industry standard residential first hour delivery procedure, the 25-gallon model (GX2-25S) can provide 155 gallons and the 55-gallon model (GX1-55S) will deliver 200 gallons. The inputs are 78,000 Btuh for the GX2-25S and 80,000 Btuh for the GX1-55S. Unique flue design helps achieve thermal efficiency ratings of 82%; fins help reduce heat loss during standby periods by minimizing air movement through the flue. Optimizer™ temperature control system allows water in the tank to be stored at higher temperatures (up to 180°F) while controlling the hot water outlet temperature to a safe and comfortable level. Bradford White.
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Automatic safety valve stops gas flow The Safety+plus excess flow valve is an automatic safety valve for gas. The patented excess flow design incorporates state-of-the-art magnetic technologies with precision engineering to provide one of the most advanced, yet affordable, excess flow valves on the market. Csa design certified, Safety+plus excess flow valves are available for gas range, furnace, water heater, space heater, dryer and gas log fireplace applications. BrassCraft. |
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Pump control Hydro Stat Model C3100 direct acting pump control has built-in by-pass. This constant pressure pump control valve reduces rapid pump cycling and maintains a pre-set operating pressure that is field adjustable. Features a low-lead alloy body and bell housing with threaded female i.d.xmale o.d. on inlet and outlet connections, and corrosion-resistant internal components with a Nylon reinforced Buna-N diaphragm. Can be installed vertical or horizontal, and in the wall casing. Danfoss Flomatic Corporation. |
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Three-speed service pump made for contractors The 0010 Service Pump was specifically designed for use by service contractors replacing failed circulators. The three-speed pump makes short work of service calls; will be especially appreciated for use on those late-night calls. Four-bolt universal flange allows the 0010 pump to replace existing circulators, regardless of style, type or age. Removable large-diameter Integral Flow Check maximizes flow. Flow checks can be easily and speedily removed with a pair of needle-nosed pliers. Flat system performance curve makes pump well suited for residential copper fin-tube baseboard, cast iron radiators, larger-diameter piping systems and light commercial jobs. Taco Inc. |
Movers & Shakers
BrassCraft appointed Jeff Jollay vice president-marketing and product development. Prior to joining BrassCraft, Jollay was vice president-sales and consumer marketing for HON office furniture. In addition, he has held positions as general manager for Brunswick Recreation and marketing director for Whirlpool major appliances. |
Watts Water Technologies promoted Gisela Martinez to national market manager for Watts and Savard Water Connector Products. She has worked for Watts for the past 11 years, starting in the purchasing department and later moving into the sales and marketing department for the Watts Retail Division. She most recently was materials manager coordinator for the Anderson Barrows division. |
Blanco America introduced Rich DeFeo director of finance. DeFeo will be responsible for all aspects of Control & Finance, IT and Human Resources. He holds both a CPA and CMA, and has served as controller for Lennar Homes, Land Division for Southern New Jersey; Finance Manager at Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, a division of Johnson & Johnson; and also as Transportation Finance Manager at Johnson & Johnson. |