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K/BIS 2009: Among the trends noted at the recent Kitchen/Bath Industry Show in Atlanta, GA, was universal design, as shown here at the
Safety Tubs booth. CEO Rob Buete
sits in the company's newest product, an accessible shower with full wrap-around tile and grab bar. Other trends seen at the show included minimalist design, also referred to as modern or contemporary, which is already popular in Europe and Canada but now attracting growing interest in the U.S.; lead-free plumbing product introductions; more water-conserving plumbing products and fixtures in response to the green movement; storage solutions; and new designs and finishes. For more on K/BIS,
read the blog by Pat Lenius.
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 Representatives of Omni Corporate Services Ltd
checked out the products and trends at K/BIS 2009 in Atlanta. Pictured, L to R: Omni Chairman John Broedell, president, and his wife, Cheryl Broedell, showroom director, Broedell Plumbing Supply, Jupiter, FL; Robert Hoff, president, and Linda Koenig, MIS director, of Omni. Also pictured: Bob Miodonski, publisher of
PM Engineer and Bath & Kitchen Pro, and associate publisher of
Plumbing & Mechanical and Supply House Times.
Delta Faucet Co. said that its Pilar pull-down kitchen faucet with Touch2O technology and
DIAMOND Seal Technology
has been nominated to participate in the 2009 People's Choice Stevie Awards for Favorite New Products, a new feature of the American Business Awards. During the months of April and May the general public can vote for their favorite new products of the year. Voting ends June 1. Anyone who votes will be entered to win a $1,000 Amazon.com gift card from the American Business Awards. The winners of the People's Choice Stevie Awards for Favorite New Products will be honored at the June 2009 awards gala in New York.
Vote here and type in code: S334I. 
Globe Union was honored for its five-year relationship as a donor to the Storehouse of World Vision
at the Crystal Vision breakfast held during K/BIS in Atlanta. Pictured, L to R: Michael Werner, president/CEO of Globe Union Group, and David Owens, vice president - corporate development at World Vision. Read more.
Fortune
Brands Home and Hardware was presented with the Crystal Vision award by The Storehouse of World Vision at the breakfast meeting.
More on this.Also at the breakfast, HD Supply was honored as Distributor of the Year by
The Storehouse of World Vision. Read more.
THG Paris acquired North American Operations effective April 27, 2009. After introducing THG to the North American market 11 years ago, THG USA's owner and managing director Jerry Abel has brought the luxury brand to a point where the factory can now take it under their own guidance. THG USA's headquarters will remain in Coconut Creek, FL, overseen by
Scott Triethart, national sales director, and Susan Mela, office manager. Portobello America
has positioned itself to operate as a factory with representation handled by its own employees within the U.S., with a sales focus primarily on distribution. This change has resulted in a reduction in infrastructure and the centralization of inventory from the firm's Pompano Beach, FL, facility. The company manufactures ceramic and porcelain tile. ISH China 2010
will be promoted in June by fair organisers Messe Frankfurt and the China District Heating Association with a series of mini-events throughout mainland China to help m
anufacturers of sanitation, heating, energy and air-conditioning technologies promote new products, develop marketing strategies and establish business ties. The events are expected to take place in Xi'an, Shenyang and Dalian on June 3, 5 and 8, 2009 respectively. The eighth ISH China is scheduled to run from March 10-12, 2010 at the China National Convention Center in Beijing and will debut a sanitation and services platform to keep up with heavy market demand. The Beijing region boasts the country's second highest urban income level and some of China's highest living standards and disposable incomes, leading to a demand in the areas of interior design and decor such as bathroom
remodeling. E-mail for more information. BrassCraft hired Barger & Associates of Newport News, VA, as its sales representative for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. markets.
Elkay Manufacturing Co.'s Plumbing Products Division named Braswell & Associates, Farmers Branch, TX, its 2008 Rep of the Year.
Read more. Mr. Steam
announced its 2009 Passport to London Program designed to motivate and reward eligible showroom personnel and sales associates. Learn more.
"Inside Benjamin Franklin Plumbing" tells how former independent contractor Tab Hunter Plumbing has fared as a franchisee. "A Walk Through ISH - Part One" by Don Arnold, writer, designer, industry consultant and author of
College of Product Knowledge, launches his blog with coverage of his experiences at ISH in Frankfurt. More on this.
Clarification: The Weinstein Group, Langhorne, PA, celebrating seven years in business, represents high-end bath, kitchen and architectural products, including its most recently added accounts Gessi USA, Santec, and Herbeau Creations. For a listing of products represented, visit
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Mincron Software Systems hired Michael Kenney as its senior sales executive for the western United States.
GerrityStone hired
Ryan McAllister (pictured, right) as outside sales consultant.
He is OSHA 10 certified and will manage account relationships primarily in builder services, focusing on residential sales.
InSinkErator announced the retirement of John Davis, regional sales manager in the northeastern U.S., after 36 years with the company. Davis received an award from the
Associated Builders and Owners of Greater New York in 2004 and also has been recognized by the mayor's office, the New York Department of Environmental Protection and the Department of Sanitation. Joseph Maiale, director of national accounts, has assumed responsibility for Davis' region on an interim basis.
In other changes, InSinkErator promoted Rob Grim to senior vice president of sales, succeeding
Dennis Broderick, who will assume Grim's former position of vice president/wholesale sales.
Jacuzzi Luxury Bath appointed Vinny Lupenski
to vice president - sales. Read more.
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May 16 - 19, 2009
International Contemporary Furniture Fair
New York, NY
May 17 - 21, 2009
NAOHSM 2009 Convention
Hershey, PA
May 18 - 21, 2009
FMI Leadership Institute
Florissant, CO
May 21, 2009, 1 p.m. EST
Green Building Webinar: Integrating BIM & LEED
Hosted by Mechanical Contractors Association of America
June 17 - 18, 2009
National Disaster Reconstruction Expo (NDRExpo)
New Orleans, LA
See our complete calendar listing online.
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 First Supply
(Madison, WI) hosted three HVAC-focused green seminars this spring that attracted more than 100 dealers. Customers at the New Brighton, MN, branch and attendees of the 2009 HVAC Dealer Meeting and Trade show learned about the best practices and most effective products for building greener, healthier and more sustainable buildings and how to qualify for LEED credit. The keynote speaker was Robin Pharo, president of Healthy Homes and director of the Wisconsin's Green Built Home Program.
Moen's Commercial Division introduced FreeHand high-efficiency flush
valves (pictured) that promote water and energy savings.
An infrared sensor beam activates a flush cycle when a user is in range.
Bradley Corp. said its Terreon solid surface and Terreon RE recycled solid surface have received GREENGUARD
Indoor Air Quality Certification and GREENGUARD Children & Schools
Certification from the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute.
Whirlpool Corp.
said it has been selected as a Centex Sustainability Partner by homebuilder Centex Corp. Centex Energy Advantage homes will use ENERGY STAR-qualified Whirlpool appliances. Read more. |
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American Valve will sponsor the 7th Annual HotStop
NFL Alumni/Shriners Charity Golf Classic on June 14, 2009 in Denver, NC. It benefits the Shriners Hospitals for Children and the NFL Alumni Caring for Kids Programs. The tournament is in memory of Leah McCammon who was the victim of a tragic hot water burn accident. Read more.
SEN Design Group said it has developed another marketing tool to generate business for its membership: a consumer seminar kit entitled "10 Real Advantages to Remodel NOW!"
The 60-minute program includes more than 30 Powerpoint slides, a script, implementation guidelines, sample ads and a sample press release.
Supply House Times 2009 Showroom Of The Year Competition
Entries are due August 14. Watch www.supplyht.com,
www.bathandkitchenpro.com and Bath & Kitchen Pro eNews for information and the nomination form.
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"Solar Combi-Systems for Space Heating and Domestic Hot Water: The latest design and control concepts," a Webinar by John Siegenthaler , PE, is scheduled for May 21 at 10 a.m. PT, 1 p.m. ET. Register today for only $49! This Webinar discusses several state-of-the-art approaches to using solar energy for combined space and water heating.
Learn more.
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The Home Design Trend Survey from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) found that although kitchen and bath renovations are down, the number of people remodeling with energy-efficient and renewable materials has increased. These include such elements as renewable flooring, renewable countertops and recycling centers.
Also popular: Design that makes home life easier and safer for the aging Boomer population. Among the survey's findings:
Kitchen:
An increase in the number of consumers building in-kitchen recycling centers, 48% in 2008 vs. 45% in 2007.
A decrease in the number of consumers requesting wine refrigerators/wine storage, 27% in 2008 vs. 49% in 2007.
Bath:
An increase in the number of consumers requesting LED lighting, 41% in 2008 vs. 39% in 2007.
A decrease in the number of consumers building multi-head showers, 42% in 2008 vs. 59% in 2007.
AIA noted that the increase in requests for LED lighting options and a drop in interest of multi-head showers are reflective of both greater environmental awareness and desire to keep utility costs manageable.
The AIA Home Design Trend Survey is conducted quarterly with a panel of 500 architecture firms that concentrate their practice in the residential sector.
Courtesy of American Institute of Architects,
www.aia.org
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Bath & Kitchen Pro, a publication created for bath-and-kitchen installers, distributors with showrooms and designers, looks at Milton Frank Plumbing's "just like home" showroom, describes how consumers are looking to achieve high style at a lower cost, and offers advice on becoming the green expert for kitchens and baths in the Spring 2009 issue.
Contact Publisher Bob Miodonski at 630-694-4007, e-mail: miodonskib@bnpmedia.com or visit the Web http://www.bathandkitchenpro.com www.bathandkitchenpro.com for more details.
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Advance Tabco has introduced the "FS" SPEC-LINE Series fabricated sinks. 
They are constructed from 14 Ga, 304 material, feature a one-piece front skirt and are NSF approved. Stainless steel legs, gussets and cross-bracing are all standard.
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 ThermaSol
introduced a Standalone Light and Music System that can be installed in any shower. A Deluxe Lighting System and Premium Lighting System are now available. Both systems offer a full spectrum of red, blue and green. The sound is generated via a built-in FM receiver with two additional input source interfaces. Both the light and sound components are self-contained within the single light and sound module.
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 RAPSEL
, a Milan-based luxury sanitary product company, has unveiled an "invisible bath environment" with its "Il Bagno Che Non C'e" via the 'One Collection' designed by architect Matteo Thun. The Invisible Bath One Collection is a combination of transparent basin, toilet and shower manufactured in sustainable larch wood atop ceramic and stainless steel. Rapsel products are distributed in North America exclusively through
AF New York and several satellite showrooms in other locations.
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 Quick Drain USA
, a manufacturer of low profile, linear shower drains, received both a "Gold Award" and the "Best of Competition" award for the Bath category in the Best of K/BIS 2009 competition. The channel drain system works for both residential and commercial applications, including showers, deck drains, pool drains, public shower trenches and trough drain applications.
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The
Kirei Collection - Kirei Board, Kirei Bamboo, Kirei Coco Tiles and
Kirei Wheatboard - is manufactured from renewable and reclaimed
agricultural fiber and low-or no-added-formaldehyde adhesives. These
eco-friendly interior design materials have been used as wall
covering, millwork, cabinetry, retail fixtures and architectural
accents in commercial, hospitality, retail, residential and finished
product applications.
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