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Wilo USA, a provider of pumps and pump solutions for water management, building services and groundwater, welcomes Larry E. Toepfer as, OEM Sales and Training Manager for their Building Services division.

Toepfer, a former OEM and National Account Manager for Armstrong Pumps, Inc., was responsible for account management, product training and education during his tenure at Armstrong. Toepfer has over 20 years experience in the pump and industrial markets and is an alumni of Buffalo State College and Bryant and Stratton Business Institute.

“Toepfer’s sales, training and management experience in the industry brings to Wilo and to our OEM customers an added dimension in sales training for our line of pumps and pump systems,” says Matthew Beasley, Director of Sales. Toepfer will be responsible for meeting and exceeding the objectives of the division.

Wilo’s Building Services division is dedicated to providing pumps and pumps systems for HVAC, pressure boosting water supply and sump and sewage disposal in all types of buildings.

Further information:

Wilo USA LLC, 9550 W. Higgins Rd. #300, Rosemont, IL 60018

Phone: 888-945-6872, Fax: 888-945-6873

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A big glass vase and a $5,000 check were given to Harley Perry of Bonita, CA on Oct. 2, upon receiving the national John Eberhardt Plumbing Contractor of Year Award from the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC) and Delta Faucet Company. Perry owns and operates Perry Plumbing Heating & Air, which he started in 1977. The family-run business provides a full range of plumbing, heating and air services to both residential and commercial clients throughout San Diego County while offering eco-friendly solutions for repairing systems without negatively impacting the environment.

Perry is also president of the PHCC Academy of San Diego, a federally certified school launched in 2009 that offers two and four-year programs for apprentices and journeymen. He is also a longtime active member, board member and former president of PHCC’s San Diego chapter.

The award, named after Delta Faucet’s late senior vice president of sales and marketing, is given annually to one recipient from a national pool of nominees. Perry received the honors on Oct. 2 during a well-attended awards ceremony held during this year’s weeklong conference of the national PHCC at the Diplomat Resort and Spa in Hollywood, Florida. “I was completely surprised to have received this top honor in the nation,” says Perry. “The award hasn’t found a permanent spot yet, but it will be put somewhere in our office.” Danielle Dorsey, executive director of PHCC San Diego says the award is well-deserved. “Harley is very devoted to the success of the plumbing industry.

Knowing that the present, older generation of plumbing technicians is on the verge of retirement, his goal is to support multi-faceted students who can articulate core academic knowledge with the latest technical know-how to become qualified plumbers.”

To arrange interviews with Harley Perry regarding the PHCC Academy of San Diego, cost-saving conservation tips or general plumbing matters, call 619-925-3794. Or to learn more about Perry Plumbing Heating & Air, visit www.perryplumbing.com.

American Standard Brands is proud to announce its recognition as a 2015 Supplier Partner of the Year by The Home Depot for the kitchen and bath division. In addition, the American Standard Optum VorMax toilet was a runner-up for the 2015 Innovation Award for its pioneering new flushing system.

The Partner of the Year designation was granted to acknowledge the collaborative relationship between American Standard and The Home Depot, including achievements through the promotion of new Champion and Cadet toilet models. The revolutionary Optum VorMax toilet, which was launched jointly with The Home Depot, was also recognized through this award.

“It is a sincere honor to be named a Partner of the Year by an influential retailer like The Home Depot,” said Steven Delarge, chief executive officer and president of LIXIL Water Technology Americas. “We deeply value this partnership with such an expert merchant, allowing us to offer high performing plumbing products to homeowners, do-it-yourselfers and contractors across the United States.”

The American Standard Optum VorMax toilet was also recognized as a runner-up for the retailer’s 2015 Innovation Award – the only product in the kitchen and bath category to receive this designation. Each year, The Home Depot Innovation Award honors inventive new products that deliver unique, measurable benefits to users, as well as recognize the work of pioneering manufacturers who provide unmatched performance and service. The Optum VorMax toilet was acknowledged for its ground-breaking flushing technology that delivers one powerful jet of water to scrub the entire bowl clean; in fact, it has been independently verified to clean the bowl two times better than conventional toilets*.

Accepting both awards on behalf of American Standard Brands were Chief Operating Officer Michael Marchi, Vice President, Retail Sales Chris Barg and Sales Director Ken Keane.

Pfister^®, known for offering high-quality, showroom-exclusive products, is introducing the new Kelen^™ and Briarsfield^™  collections, providing new designs for additional customization options for both kitchens and bathrooms. The new lines will include features that customers have come to know from Pfister’s showroom approach: durable construction that incorporates premium materials and finishes, guaranteeing top-quality products sure to impress.

“Our high-quality manufacturing process enables us to create showroom collections that are nothing short of the best,” said Tim Burdett, marketing manager for Pfister. “The Kelen and Briarsfield collections continue this tradition while demonstrating our ability to provide the newest in kitchen and bath design trends.”

Pfister’s newest collections offer fresh designs for additional customization options in both kitchens and bathrooms.

Kelen

Kelen is one of Pfister’s largest collections to date, featuring two finishes and a modern design that appeals to the masses. Considered an approachable bathroom collection, Kelen provides a balance between round and square elements that offers a nicely blended look. The collection combines modern lines with more streamlined elements, making it versatile for both modern and contemporary bathroom designs.

Unique to this line, Pfister offers both trough and non-trough configurations to fit the needs of a variety of bathroom designs and layouts. Design features of Kelen include “delighters” or secondary surfaces intentionally added in areas such as underneath the handles to enhance the ergonomic appeal. The collection also includes a unique diverter in the roman tub. Kelen will be offered in Chrome and Brushed Nickel finishes.

The new lines will include features that customers have come to know from Pfister’s showroom approach: durable construction that incorporates premium materials and finishes.

Briarsfield

The Briarsfield kitchen collection offers a fresh take on a traditional style. Known as “neo-traditional,” the collection offers a new approach to classic kitchen styling for the large following of Pfister customers who prefer a traditional design. Pfister took the mill work and chamfering found in crown molding and other traditional designs, and applied the principles and manufacturing techniques to this collection.

Briarsfield offers clean lines and intentional detailing with familiar elements that include classical curves. The designs are purposefully functional, livable and easy to clean, making it fitting for families converging in the kitchen. The collection offers two spout sizes, allowing the products to easily fit every kitchen. Briarsfield will be offered in Polished Chrome, Stainless Steel, Tuscan Bronze and Polished Nickel finishes.

Both collections will be available now at Ferguson showrooms nationwide. Visit www.pfisterfaucets.com for more information and pricing.