Merit Brass Announces New President, CFO
Merit Brass Co., a leading manufacturer of pipe nipples and master distributor of related pipe, valves and fittings, announced that Darren Hilliard has been promoted to the role of president and chief financial officer (CFO). Ownership of Merit remains within the Schlessinger and Lipp families.
Hilliard has been with Merit Brass for more than three years as CFO. He has more than 20 years of finance and leadership experience, concentrated in the plumbing industry. He also serves on the board of trustees for Youth Challenge, a non-profit organization based in Westlake, Ohio, which brings together young people with physical disabilities and teen volunteers via adapted sports and recreational activities.
Marc Schlessinger will retain the title of CEO; Alan Lipp will also assume the title of CEO.
For more information, visit meritbrass.com.
Ashley Martin Named NIBCO Executive Vice President
NIBCO Inc. recently announced that its Board of Directors appointed Ashley Martin as executive vice president.
Reporting to Steve Malm, president and CEO, Martin continues in her role as corporate officer and Executive Leadership Team member; and serves as member of the Board of Directors, a position she has held since 2018. She is responsible for maximizing the company’s operating performance and achieving its financial goals.
Since joining NIBCO in 2012, Martin has held a variety of positions including senior vice president, sales; vice president of wholesale sales; general manager of PEX; and director of distribution and transportation.
Martin co-founded the American Supply Association Women in Industry group in 2013. She served a two-year term as chairperson, beginning in 2016.
Martin received her bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Notre Dame.
For more information, visit nibco.com.
Sioux Chief Acquires Sun Drainage Products, Sigma Trench Drains
Sioux Chief recently announced the acquisition of Sun Drainage Products and Sigma Trench Drains.
Sun Drainage Products is a full line of commercial cast iron drains, cleanouts, floor sinks and fixture carriers. Sigma Trench Drains is predominately made up of the Hydrotec brand of polymer concrete commercial trench drains as well as stainless steel and galvanized steel channels. All Sun Drainage items will be rebranded Sioux Chief.
To help lead the sales effort, the company has promoted Michael Foster to vice president of commercial sales. He recently celebrated 32 years with Sioux Chief, most recently as director national sales. Also joining Sioux Chief will be Todd Amerson, former Sigma Trench Drain product manager, now director of trench drain sales. Amerson has extensive experience with trench drains especially with site/civil projects.
For more information, visit siouxchief.com.
Bemis Acquires Bio Bidet
Bemis Manufacturing Co. recently acquired Bio Bidet, a bidet company that includes bidet and smart toilet seats and bidet attachments.
Bio Bidet has spent more than a decade exploring and harnessing the significant environmental, hygienic and practical benefi ts bidet toilet seats provide to U.S. households. Bio Bidet’s visionary approach to product development and its commitment to delivering products of exceptional quality and value have transformed the bidet toilet seat from an uncommon luxury into a household necessity.
With a shared commitment of driving products for everyday life, this acquisition will better serve Bemis’ customers and channel partners by providing a product that fulfills the needs of the quickly growing bidet market.
For more information, visit toiletseats.com.
DiversiTech Merges with Fresh-Aire UV, Acquires Packard
DiversiTech Corp has merged with Fresh-Aire UV.
“The addition of Fresh-Aire UV, a market leader in indoor air quality (IAQ), into the DiversiTech brand portfolio further strengthens our product leadership and our ability to deliver unmatched product breadth, service and convenience to our customers,” said Andy Bergdoll, DiversiTech CEO. “The IAQ product range will bolster our core offering and further strengthen our value proposition to our HVAC/R distribution partners.”
Fresh-Aire UV’s award-winning UV-C disinfecting light and carbon odor control products for commercial and residential HVAC/R systems include Blue-Tube UV®, a popular germicidal UV light, the revolutionary APCOX® PCO/Carbon air treatment system, and Mini LED, the first LED light system designed specifically for mini-split AC systems.
DiversiTech Corp. also recently acquired Packardm, thereby creating a significant supply chain advantage for the industry and the companies’ mutual wholesale HVAC, refrigeration and OEM customers.
Both companies have been local Georgia industry colleagues for decades. Their footprint to serve customers now includes six manufacturing plants and seven distribution locations across North America.
Throughout 2021, the two companies will continue to operate separately. Respective HVAC, refrigeration wholesale partners and OEMs will not need to make any adjustments to their supply chain plans.
For more information, visit diversitech.com.
New Press Supply Stops from Midland Industries
Supply stops used to control the flow of water to individual fixtures have never been as efficient as Midland Industries’ new 1/4 press supply stops. Their double-O-ring technology provides superior leak protection. EPDM seals are factory-installed and lubricated. They are available in both straight and angle designs.
For more information, visit midlandindustries.com.
Liberty Pumps Announces New Products
Liberty Pumps recently introduced several new products.
The Model 406 Compact Drain Pump features a modern, contemporary appliance-style design and its small size allows it to fi t easily under cabinets. It also includes additional lower inlet connections for easier installation in a wide range of applications.
The 441-10A Battery Back-up Pump is a mid-range product, falling between the base level 441 system and the higher-end 442 systems. It combines many of the features of both with a professional level 10-amp charger at an attractive price point.
The PC441-10A Pump Combo Systems come with a pre-assembled primary pump and a 441-10A backup pump. They are available in several primary pump models.
The LCU-PR Series Plenum Rated Condensate Pumps are approved for installation directly in plenums. They are available in both 115 and 230 volts.
For more information, visit libertypumps.com.
T&S Expands Glass, Bottle Filler Line with Hands-Free Options
T&S Brass and Bronze Works has expanded its glass and bottle filler line with new sensor-operated options that make water dispensing hands-free.
The EC-1210 series of sensor-activated glass and water bottle fillers reduces contact in high-touch areas and is available in heights ranging from 8” to 12” to accommodate application needs. Fillers can be equipped with water filtration kits to improve water quality and are ideal for any water-dispensing setting.
EC-1210 glass and water bottle fillers include an optional auto flush feature that flows water for 30 seconds after 12 hours of inactivity to prevent water stagnation.
The company is also making hand-washing easier and more accessible with a line of new portable sinks designed to provide handwashing capabilities in areas not normally equipped for it.
The durable stainless-steel sinks are safe for both indoor and outdoor use and available in a variety of configurations to accommodate various applications. Choose from options that connect to available water lines or carry onboard fresh water and include a foot-activated water pump for complete “off-grid” use.
Wastewater tanks support installations without access to existing drains, and sink models are available with manual faucets or hands-free electronic sensor faucets to further boost hygiene.
For more information, visit tsbrass.com.
New Feature for Bradford White Commander Series
Building Management System (BMS) Integration will allow Bradford White’s Commander Series water heaters to integrate via Modbus (standard) or via BACnet using a gateway kit. This can be offered as a specifiable feature and solution to meet the growing demand for building integrated appliances.
This standard feature further enhances the Commander as an environmentally friendly and more fuel-efficient replacement option to traditional atmospherically vented commercial water heaters.
For more information, visit bradfordwhite.com.
Anvil Announces H-Block Rooftop Support Product Family
The H-Block Mega Series is UV resistant, made of 100% recycled rubber and suitable for installations on all types of roofing surfaces and ground applications. These products can be used as a curb (sleeper) replacement. The HB-Mega series can support natural gas, refrigeration, light to heavier pipe hanger support systems, and adjustable and fi xed duct support systems.
New offerings include:
- HB-Mega Support with Pre-Galvanized Steel Channel
- HB-Mega Base Only
- HB-Mega Support with B-620-Sq Electro-Galvanized Steel Post Base
- HB-Mega Support with Pre-Galvanized Steel Channel with Rollers
- H-Pad Slip Sheet
For more information, visit
anvilintl.com.
Matco-Norca Padova Collection Enhanced
Matco-Norca recently announced product enhancements to its Padova tub and shower collection. The new design features a slimline 6” single function 1.8 GPM showerhead with metal ball joint, rubber nozzles for easy cleaning and a standard metal shower arm and flange. The company also enhanced the size and look of its metal slip on tub spout and escutcheon.
The redesigned Padova tub and shower and shower-only configurations are EPA WaterSense certified and California Energy Commission compliant. The offering comes in chrome and brushed nickel finishes and boasts a limited lifetime finish and function warranty regardless of the application. The revised trim kits are individually packed in the company’s traditional brick-colored boxes and accepts its 799 series rough-in valves.