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Online Tools Promote Water Conservation

American Standard recently launched two online tools that promote water conservation by personalizing the experience for users.


Kohler Launches Web-Based Resource For Trade Pros

Kohler Co. recently launched www.KOHLER.com/pro, a comprehensive web-based resource designed exclusively for various trade-specific audiences.


Benjamin Franklin Plumbing: Protect Your Kids From Hot Water Burns

In recognition of National Childhood Injury Protection Week, Sept. 1 -7, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is offering advice to parents on how to prevent their children from getting hot water burns.


Great Grabz Joins Saniguard Alliance

Decorative bathroom accessories manufacturer Great Grabz has been added to the roster of manufacturers who have joined the Saniguard® Alliance.


Manufacturers Reveal Plans For Lead-Free Water Delivery

Manufacturers are exploring ways to address California AB 1953, which limits the weighted average lead content in pipe, fittings and fixtures used to convey drinking water to 0.25 percent on wetted surfaces. It goes into effect Jan. 1, 2010.

by Pat Lenius


NY Times: Consumers Focus On Home Repairs In Down Economy

The New York Times reports that, with the housing market in the doldrums and inflation running at a pace unseen in nearly two decades, consumers are not buying new homes. Instead they are focusing on repairs.


PHCC Seeks Qualified Plumber Requirement for WaterSense Homes

Through its partnership with the U.S. EPA’s WaterSense program, PHCC is urging that properly qualified plumbing professionals be required during the construction of single-family homes that will display EPA WaterSense® labels.


House Approves Water Efficiency Bill

The Water-Use Efficiency and Conservation Research Act will increase research, development, education, technology transfer activities related to water-use efficiency, and conservation technologies and practices at the EPA.


Hansgrohe Attempts To Set New Guinness World Record For Most People Showering Together

The feat was the center attraction of the company’s annual “Kids Day” outing for company personnel and their families, held July 19 at its North American headquarters in Alpharetta, Ga.


EPA Works With Builders On WaterSense New Homes Program

As part of its efforts to encourage water efficiency across the country, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced that five builders will participate in the Water-Efficient Single-Family New Homes Pilot Program.


Gerber Honors Long-Time Plumbing Contracting Companies

Gerber Plumbing Fixtures announced Warriner Smith Utilities Inc. (Nanuet, N.Y.) as its grand-prize winner for the “75 Years of Professional Performance” campaign, created as a gesture of gratitude to the entire plumbing trade.


Plumbers Play Important Role In Green Revolution

PHCC member Kevin Tindall recently spoke to a Congressional committee exploring green technologies’ impact on economic growth.


Remodelers Say Homeowners Calling For Energy Efficient Upgrades

As they grapple with skyrocketing energy costs, more homeowners are turning to remodelers for energy-saving solutions, according to the NAHB’s quarterly Remodeling Market Index.

by Staff Writer ACHRNews


California Poised To Pass Softener Ban

Bill AB2270 expected to go to governor’s desk soon.


Study: 14% Of U.S. Cities Require Green Building Standards

According to the recent American Institute of Architects study, “Local Leaders in Sustainability,” 14 percent of U.S. cities with populations of more than 50,000 have green building programs, and many more are about to follow suit.


GA County: No Water Without Low-Flow Fixtures

A DeKalb county ordinance mandates the installation of water-conserving fixtures before new homeowners can obtain municipal water.


State Seeks Rules To Keep Drinking Water Out Of Toilets

The Oregon state plumbing board will meet to discuss new rules that would allow reuse of greywater in homes.


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