Industry News
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NAOHSM’s Rhode Island Chapter Prepares for 57th Annual Convention
Providence, R.I. — The Rhode Island Chapter of NAOHSM (the National Association of Oilheating Service Managers) is excited to showcase Providence, RI as the site of the organization's 57th Annual Convention and Trade Show from May 23-27, 2010. They are preparing for a number of exciting events.
Dave Nelsen Scholarship Tournament - This annual fundraiser and golf tournament will take place on Monday, May 24 and Tuesday, May 25 at the Triggs Memorial Golf Course in Providence, RI (Callaway Scoring). George Fantacone of Santoro Oil in Providence is spearheading this important tournament. The proceeds from this event benefit the Dave Nelsen Scholarship for students planning to further their education in the oilheat industry. NAOHSM will present these scholarships at their Awards Banquet on Tuesday night. "This is the only fundraising event that directly benefits our scholarship fund," says Judy Garber, Executive Administrator of NAOHSM. "With interest rates having been low for a couple of years, we’ve had to tap into our scholarship reserve account to continue awarding the scholarships. Instead of reducing the number of awards this year, we would like to focus on this major fundraiser." NAOHSM invites golfers to come out to the course and support the future of the industry with a day of friendly competition.
Care to Ride - Walkers and riders (motorcycle and bicycle) are invited to come out on May 24 in support of Oil Heat Cares (www.oilheatcares.com). Rhode Island Chapter member Kevin Bowman of Bell Simons Co. will be organizing the motorcycle division of the Care to Ride event. He promises those participating in this event a wonderful ride.
Dan Holohan's Greening Steam Seminar - NAOHSM has also thought about those caught up in rush hour traffic. At the close of the show, 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, attendees are invited to stay behind and catch Dan Holohan's Greening Steam seminar. The first 50 people to register will receive a free copy of his latest book, Greening Steam: How to Bring 19th-Century Heating Systems into the 21st Century (and save lots of green!).
"Ladies Only" Event - The ladies of the industry (manufacturers, those that work for oil, HVAC and plumbing companies) are invited to join NAOHSM for a special “Ladies Only” event, featuring a special presentation by Chef Terranova. NAOHSM will also be collecting gently used shoes and cash contributions to be donated to a local charity serving the children/women in Providence.
For a complete schedule of our event, visit the website www.naohsm.org
Milwaukee® announces partnership with Uponor
Milwaukee, Wis. — Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation announces a new partnership with Uponor, a leading manufacturer and supplier of plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant heating and cooling systems. Fueled by the common passion of delivering increased productivity to plumbing and heating professionals, the companies have aligned to develop a comprehensive solution for installing Uponor’s ProPEX® fitting system. Throughout its history, Milwaukee® has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the trades with the introduction of products designed to increase productivity. Innovative products like the Hole Hawg®, Super Hawg™, M12™ Cordless Copper Tubing Cutter, M12™ Cordless PVC Shear, M18™ Cordless Band Saw and Switchblade™ Selfeed Bits are examples of the powerful innovation which have delivered unsurpassed productivity. Through this partnership, Milwaukee® will now add M12™ and M18™ ProPEX® Expansion Tools to their growing line of products designed for the plumbing and heating trades.
“We are dedicated to delivering disruptive innovation by offering solutions to the end user that challenge conventional wisdom,” says Steven Richman, president of Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation. “I am proud to partner with an organization that clearly shares this passion and our core values.”
With Uponor’s continued support, the M12™ and M18™ ProPEX® Expansion Tools will launch later this year, offering features such as an auto-rotating head for accurate, one-handed expansion. The new tools will not only accelerate the speed in which users can install ProPEX® connections, they are also compatible with over 20 tools on their respective battery platforms.
“At Uponor, we realize an essential ingredient for success in the plumbing and heating industry is a quality fitting system and a quality tool,” says Anders Tollsten, executive vice president, Uponor North America. “We know our customers are loyal to the ProPEX® connection method, and we want to offer them a tool with the same durability to match. Partnering with Milwaukee® will allow us to offer our professional partners this vital combination.”
RIDGID® teams up with the Cleveland Indians for the 2010 and 2011 seasons
Elyria, Ohio — RIDGID® and the Cleveland Indians are teaming up for the 2010 and 2011 seasons to make RIDGID the Official Tool of the Cleveland Indians.
“We are enthused with this partnership,” said Fred Pond, president, RIDGID. “Our product development teams will have the chance to work closely with the Indians’ maintenance staff to try new tools and make their operations more efficient. Our customers enjoy baseball and will have a chance to interact with the RIDGID brand in a great venue.” Pond added, “We are extremely proud of our Ohio heritage and to be associated with the storied tradition of the Cleveland Indians.”
In addition to putting RIDGID tools to work throughout Progressive Field, maintenance staff will attend training on RIDGIDConnect™, an online business tool for trade professionals to securely share, store and simplify jobsite information for a project via computer or smart phone, and will have the opportunity to use it in their work.
Strong bats by the Indians this season will contribute funding to the RIDGID Trade Scholarship Fund, which will increase in value for every extra base hit. At season’s end, RIDGID will award the scholarships at Progressive Field.
Fans can enjoy themselves at the new RIDGID Jobsite Bar in Progressive Field’s market pavilion in center field. Before certain home games, RIDGID staff will be on hand to demonstrate the latest in tool technology to fans.
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SANIPLUS macerator The redesigned SANIPLUS — part of the new “Quiet Range” lineup of macerating systems — offers faster cutting action and a quieter performance that is nearly 10 decibels less than the previous generation, which was comparable to that of a conventional gravity-flush toilet. A response to user requests to lower the volume a bit. SFA Saniflo. |
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True manual override The electronic Royal® ES-S Flushometer models allow non-hold open true mechanical manual override in case of a power outage, cleaning/service needs or user preference. Also applies to concealed Flushometers with and without a wall box. The Royal wall box has been reduced in size with improved aesthetics and ease of installation. Exposed Flushometers now include a wall flange and are easy to install. New consolidated ES-S wall-plate options reduce stock. Sloan Valve Co. |