Supply House Times articles from July 2004

Supply House Times archives from July 2004

Copper flush tank.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... A SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES' reader has asked if anyone can provide information regarding the origin and/or worth of the copper flush tank pictured. It was removed from an older home in Chevy Chase, Md., when the bathroom was remodeled during the...

Hughes Supply acquires Todd Pipe.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Interview)
July 1, 2004... Orlando, Fla.-based Hughes Supply has acquired Todd Pipe & Supply, Hawthorne, Calif., which Hughes described as "the largest independent wholesale plumbing supplier in the high-growth markets of Southern California and Las Vegas." The...

Watts Water Technologies.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Watts Water Technologies promoted Alan Squires to vice president of sales/ wholesale plumbing & heating products. Most recently he was director of sales for Watts Drainage Products. A certified backflow tester, Squires served as an independent...

First Supply.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... First Supply (Madison, Wis.) hired Todd Montgomery as corporate product sales specialist. He had been an outside salesman specializing in commercial products for Ferguson (Newport News, Va.). In his new position he will be responsible for the...

A.O. Smith Water Products.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... A.O. Smith Water Products named Jean Duvall director of strategic marketing. She will be responsible for product and channel management for the company's water heater brands, including A.O. Smith and State. Most recently she was senior product...

Armstrong Pumps.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Armstrong Pumps named Steve Cuthbertson manager/distribution development. Most recently he was director of sales and service Canada with Lennox International. Before that, he was president of A+ Heating and Air Conditioning Ltd., a multi-branch...

Midwest Distributors Association.(Association News ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Midwest Distributors Association has revised its logo from MDA to MwDA, following a decision to protect the trademark rights of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which is also known as MDA. MwDA, which represents Region 2 of the American...

The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating.(Association News ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating presented the 75th Honorary Life Membership award to Martin Karrel of Island Distributors and a 50-Year Service award to James Stack, an outside sales representative for Wolseley Mechanical Group....

National Standard Plumbing Code committee.(Upcoming Events ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... National Standard Plumbing Code committee has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, Aug. 26 at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, Va., beginning at 8 a.m. EST. Code changes accepted by the committee will be included in the 2005...

Ferguson expansion continues.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Newport News, Va.-based Ferguson has selected Northgate Commerce Park in Suffolk, Va., as the new location for its Hampton Roads regional office/warehouse facility. The wholesaler plans to build a 64,000-sq. ft.-plus facility and will invest...

National Groundwater Association.(Upcoming Events ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... National Groundwater Association has arranged for David Kill, a regional market development manager for Goulds Pumps, ITT Industries, to speak as a McEllhiney Distinguished Lecturer at its November conference and exposition in Las Vegas.

Bell & Gossett.(Literature ...)(Check Trol[TM])(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Bell & Gossett is offering Bulletin A-118 that describes a new isolation flow central flange, the Check Trol[TM]. For information, call 847-966-3700 or visit www.bellgossett.com.

Association of Water Technologies.(Literature ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Association of Water Technologies has developed the Technical Reference & Training Manual that combines theory and practice in explaining major water-using processes for water treatment professionals. For information, call 800-858-6683 or visit...

The Department of Labor.(Ruling Update ...)(Fair Labor Standards Act)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Department of Labor's final rule updating the exemption from minimum wage and overtime pay for certain workers under the FLSA does not change the rules for "inside sales" personnel, despite requests to do so, according to the North Central...

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry.(CPVC News ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Charlotte Pipe and Foundry introduced CPVC Iron Pipe Size (IPS) to CPVC Copper Tube Size (CTS) fittings. The IPS-to-CTS reducing tees, bushings and transition bushings make it easier to join FlowGuard Gold pipe and fittings to Corzan[R] pipe...

Meyers Plumbing & Heating changes ownership.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Meyers Plumbing & Heating Supply Co)(Mt. Lebanon)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Meyers Plumbing & Heating Supply Co., based in Pittsburgh, has been acquired by Lauren and Barry Friedman of Mt. Lebanon, Pa. Lauren Friedman is the great-grand-daughter of Jacob and Molly Meyers, who founded the company in 1902;...

Robinson Supply celebrates 50 years.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Robinson Supply, Fall River, Mass., a wholesaler with six locations, is celebrating 50 years of service to the New England area in 2004: The company was founded in 1954 by Rudy Robinson, father of current President Russell B. Robinson. At...

HIRI conference: the economic outlook for home improvement.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Home improvement product sales are expected to grow by 7.6% in 2004. However, that sales growth will drop to 2.3% in 2005 and slowly rebuild to 5.5% in 2007, according to research by consulting firm Global Insight. Jim Gillula, managing...

Noland opens expanded southwest Florida facility.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Noland Co. (Newport News, Va.) opened a newly built $5 million, 51,000-sq.-ft. sales and distribution center in Bonita Springs, Fla., to serve as headquarters for its growing network of plumbing and HVAC branches in southwest Florida. Centrally...

ISH North America features Radiant House, I=B=R Hydronic Heating School.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)
July 1, 2004... The Radiant Panel Association will set up its Radiant House exhibit at the 2004 ISH North America conference and expo to be held Oct. 13-17 at the new Boston Convention Center. The RPA's 16 foot by 16-foot Radiant House, displayed at past...

Product Demonstration Area.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Product Demonstration Area: New for 2004, ISH North America will allow exhibitors the opportunity to showcase their products in action at a Product Demonstration Area, set up directly on the exhibit hall floor. It will allow trade buyers and...

David Kohler speech.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... David Kohler Speech: The future of the industry will he addressed by David Kohler, president of Kohler Co.'s Kitchen and Bath Group, during a special lucheon event Oct. 14 at noon. Kohler will share his vision of the industry's bold future and...

New product showcase.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... New Product Showcase: According to past ISH North America attendee surveys, more than 86% of show visitors identify "seeing new products" as a top priority. New products will be featured in a special section on the show floor. Awards will be...

Smart House.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... Smart House: The Smart House, a popular feature at past ISH Frankfurt events and al last year's ISH North America, will be exhibited in Boston. As its name implies, the Smart House incorporates a number of residential building ideas to automate...

Red Carpet Club.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... Red Carpet Club: Exhibitors will be able to recognize their top prospects. These VIPS will receive one-on-one customer service with a personal invitation, on site recognition, free seminar registration and access to the show's exclusive Red...

ISH NA sponsorships.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... ISH NA Sponsorships: Assorted sponsorships are still available to gain stronger presence at the show and brand recognition. Sponsorships are on a first-served basis. The deadline is Aug. 1.

ISH NA Official Show Directory and Dailies.(More To See At 2004 ISH NA)
July 1, 2004... ISH NA Official Show Directory and Dailies: The deadline for advertising in the official ISH North America Show Directory, which includes exhibitor booth and product listings, ISH Academy Seminars, show floor map, and convention information for...

Elkay.(New Name ...)(Dayton-Ogden Corp.)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Elkay has changed the name of its sink operation in Ogden, Utah from Dayton-Ogden Corp. to Elkay West. The Elkay West facility will continue to manufacture and distribute Elkay's Neptune, Dayton and Kingsford product lines and will also provide...

Price Pfister.(New Literature, CDs ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Price Pfister features 48 new faucets and a line of family collections in its new 60-page color brochure. Call 1-800-PFAUCET or visit www.pricepfister.com for a free copy.

BLANCO America.(New Literature, CDs ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... BLANCO America introduced an easy-to-use Specification CD that features submittal sheets for its sinks and faucets in pdf format. It also includes DXF files with electronic sink cut-out information for use with CAD-based software programs and...

In-Sink-Erator.(Award ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... In-Sink-Erator reported that its president, Jerry G. Ryder, received the HAIL award from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. He was presented with the Home Appliance Industry Leadership award for his dedication to the association,...

Delta Faucet Co.(Continuous Improvement ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Delta Faucet Co. hosted a Grand Kaizen program for parent company Masco Corp. in May at its Jackson, Tenn., manufacturing and distribution site. Kaizen, from the Japanese word that means "good change," is a collaborative exercise used to make...

Dornbracht.(Bath & Kitchen)(Sieger Design)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Dornbracht has added two wall-mount models to its MEM line of bathroom fittings, developed by Sieger Design. Pictured is the new single-lever wall-mounted lav mixer, designed to complement vessel-type basins. Spouts on products in the MEM line...

GROHE acquired by investment consortium.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... GROHE Water Technology AG, the German-based parent of GROHE America, has been purchased by Texas Pacific Group and Credit Suisse First Boston Private Equity through a consortium agreement with BC Partners, the previous owner. "This...

Oregon Parks test waterfree urinals.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department tested for ammonia odor at six state parks as part of its assessment of waterfree urinals for state park restrooms. The testing revealed that there was "barely detectable or no detectable ammonia in...

Arizona Senate mandates waterfree urinals.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Arizona Senate passed House Bill 2276 that requires waterfree urinals to be installed in all state buildings in an effort to conserve water. Arizona consistently faces drought conditions. HB 2276 states that effective Jan. 1, 2005, the...

Sloan Valve Co.(Products ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Sloan Valve Co. offers solid-surface SloanStone[R] sinks that can be combined with any Optima[R] electronic faucet. The SloanStone Lavatory Systems are designed to withstand beat and are stain-, chemical- and impact-resistant. Pictured is the...

ThermaSol.(Products ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... ThermaSol provides a time/temperature wall-mounted control panel for its Steamer Series steam units. The control is available in various finishes including polished chrome, polished brass and satin nickel.

Hico Group's Cucina Faucets.(Products ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Hico Group's Cucina Faucets unveiled the Candelabra, a Victorian style pull-out kitchen faucet with a solid brass sprayhead that contains 64 jets. It was displayed in the New Product Pavilion at the 2004 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show held in...

Duravit celebrates 10 years with Starck.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Duravit teamed up with architect and designer Philippe Starck in 1994 to create innovative bathroom fixtures that advance modernism and privacy. The manufacturer challenged the designer to create high functioning products with global appeal at...

Americh.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Americh offers an AIRBATH[TM]/whirlpool combination system that permits the user to choose between different bathing experiences or combine them. The AIRBATH uses air jet technology that provides effervescent stimulation ranging from delicate...

Aston showers.(Bath & Kitchen)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Aston Showers introduced its U.S. product line of affordable luxury steam showers, shower panels, traditional shower enclosures, and whirlpool tubs at the 2004 Kitchen/Bath Industry Show in Chicago. Standard models come equipped with an...

Industrial Supply Association (ISA).(Industrial Supply Manufacturers Association)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Industrial Supply Association (ISA) is the name of a new organization arising after members approved a consolidation of the Industrial Distribution Association and Industrial Supply Manufacturers Association. ISA will be governed for the time...

The Hydraulic Institute.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Hydraulic Institute and its European counterpart, Europump, have collaborated on a new guide for designing, specifying and operating variable speed pumping system for lowering energy, maintenance and life cycle costs. "Variable Speed...

Northwest Pipe Co.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Northwest Pipe Co. reported that it has received a letter of intent from PCL Civil Constructors, Inc. of Tempe, AZ, for approximately $14 million of welded steel pipe for the Lake Pleasant Waterline, a project for the city of Phoenix. Northwest...

Steel prices seen to continue moderately upward.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Steel prices are likely to keep going up for the remainder of the year. That is the consensus of a variety of analysts, who hinge their prediction largely on continuously rising demand, by China in particular. "(Steel) supply remains as tight...

Mobile Valve Demos.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... MOBILE VALVE DEMOS: Tyco Fire & Building Products has constructed a mobile classroom inside a 32-ft. long stock car trailer, Its Valve Demo Unit (VDU) is a fully functioning demonstration facility to educate contractors, engineers, code...

Commerce Dept. wants to reduce standards barriers.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Standards)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Commerce Secretary Donald Evans announced in May that "the Department has made tangible improvements in how we tackle standards-related issues that can distort trade and undermine the competitiveness of U.S. products. And there are more...

NFPA moves 2005 show.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The National Fire Protection Association will hold its 2005 World Safety Conference and Exposition at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, June 5-10. The event originally had been scheduled for Indianapolis. "The shift was...

Steam training lab.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... STEAM TRAINING LAB: This live steam lab at the Spirax Sarco Mid-Atlantic Training center incorporates most components found in typical steam distribution, utilization and condensate recovery systems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Ron Pound to head Anvil's global sourcing.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Ron Pound has been promoted to vice president, Global Supply Chain at Anvil International. These duties are in addition to his current responsibilities heading Anvil's four U.S. distribution centers and the Forecasting Group. In his new...

Sharon Tube gains advanced ISO Certification.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Sharon Tube Co. has qualified for ISO/RS 16949:2002 certification. This certification applies to all mechanical tubing products manufactured al three Sharon Tube facilities. ISO/TS16949:2002 is a global automotive quality standard aimed at...

IPSCO.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... IPSCO has received an order for 36-in. large diameter transmission line pipe for use in Enbridge Energy Partners, L.P.'s East Texas Expansion project. The Enbridge order of approximately 43,000 tons is expected to be complete by the end of the...

Flowserve Corp.(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Flowserve Corp. reported first quarter 2004 sales increasing 8% to $611.3 million and net income rising to $10.7 million from $7.5 million in the same quarter a year ago. The company also was encouraged by a 9% increase in bookings for future...

IPEX.(PVF Product News)
July 1, 2004... IPEX has introduced Q-Line Water Service Tubing, made of high-temperature (HT) linear polyethylene plastic and claimed to be the first municipal water service tubing in North America that meets the new AWWA C903 standard. "Q-Line complies with...

Conbraco.(PVF Product News)
July 1, 2004... Conbraco's newest series of Apollo[R] check valves are equipped with 2-inch copper tubing at both ends to allow installation in seconds using the Viega no-solder ProPress[TM] crimping system. Designated the 61-600-A0 Series, the new bronze...

Uni-Tech Engineering.(PVF Product News)
July 1, 2004... Uni-Tech Engineering has devised a "ShafTest" portable ultrasonic flaw detection system for testing shafts on pumps, compressors and other heavy equipment. Periodic use of the system is intended to maximize service life of shafts, while...

Red-White Valve Corp.(PVF Product News)
July 1, 2004... Red-White Valve Corp. has a full line of ASSE 1010 certified water hammer arrestors that are maintenance free, use FDA-approved lubricants for drinking water systems and may be installed in new or existing piping systems. They use a cushion of...

Carrier Corp.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Carrier Corp. announced the appointment of Pete Grillo to the position of general manager of Carrier Northeast.

Hart & Cooley.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Hart & Cooley appointed Keith Gifford vice president--sales & marketing. He will be responsible for sales of the company's brand products, as well as marketing, product management and product engineering. He has worked for several HVAC...

Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Heating, Airconditioning & Refrigeration Distributors International announced Richard Wirtz is its new associate director of education. He will assist with the Home Study Institute, coordinate the guest educator program and work as a liaison...

PROSTOCK[R].(Expansions ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... PROSTOCK[R], which sells replacement and aftermarket parts, supplies and accessories for many HVAC equipment brands, has opened three new stores. P & N Distribution opened a store on May 19 in Burlington, N.J. Park Supply opened one on May 13...

Johnstone Supply.(Resources ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Johnstone Supply Portland, Ore.) released its 2004 parts and supply catalog. New features include color-coded section tabs for quick referencing of categories, additional table of content areas for each section, and 3,200 new products. It also...

HVAC manufacturers work with Green Building software.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... GeoPraxis, an architectural, engineering and construction software company, announced that HVAC manufacturers are using Green Building XML (gbXML), which allows architects, building design teams, HVAC systems designers and sales teams to easily...

Danfoss Air-Conditioning & Refrigerator Division.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Danfoss Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Division has established a state-of-the-art commercial refrigeration laboratory in its North American headquarters in Baltimore. It is capable of testing and monitoring a variety of light commercial...

Tom McCart.(Obituaries)(Brief Article)(Obituary)
July 1, 2004... Tom McCart, a legendary contractor salesman and later an HVAC industry consultant, passed away June 11 after a lengthy bout with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease. McCart was said to be the first...

The Refrigeration Service Engineers Society.(Resources ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Refrigeration Service Engineers Society released two CD exam review presentations for the North American Technician Excellence (NATE) exams. The Core Service Review CD covers topics such as: heat transfer--temperature and humidity...

The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).(Resources ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) added a new directory to PrimeNet, its free online product performance database. The new addition is the Air-to-Air Energy Recovery Ventilation directory, and the data is updated daily....

Uponor Wirsbo.(Commercial ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Uponor Wirsbo is airing a 30-second radiant floor heating commercial featuring Dean Johnson, co-host of "Hometime," a home-improvement television show broadcast on The Learning Channel and public television. It will appear nationally during 13...

Luxaire[R] Heating and Air Conditioning.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Luxaire[R] Heating and Air Conditioning is teaming up with Mirror League Baseball to offer dealers and distributors game sponsorship packages that help support the Make-A-Wish Foundation[R]. The package includes a Luxaire-sponsored...

REHAU and AMVIC collaborate on sustainable building methods.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... REHAU and AMVIC, a supplier of insulating concrete forms (ICFs), announced a new alliance to provide customers with sustainable building methods. These methods will combine AMVIC's polymer ICFs and REHAU's polymer radiant heating, plumbing,...

Honeywell.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Honeywell introduced the VisionPRO touch screen programmable thermostat, which guides homeowners through the programming process with an onscreen menu and 10-inch flashing touch screen. It is universally compatible, which allows contractors to...

DDi System.(Software Releases ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... DDi System released version 16 of its Distribution Management software. Enhancements include an internal contact relationship management module that lets the user keep detailed history, contact notes and scheduling on customers and vendors;...

Intuit.(Software Releases ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Intuit announced the release of intuit Eclipse 8.0 software, which includes applications that address business processes including general ledger, warehouse logistics and customer relationship management. The new release includes a new...

Smarter Distribution.(Resources ...)
July 1, 2004... Smarter Distribution released, "Succeeding With Distribution Technology," a book by Robert Boyles about helping distributors select and implement a computer system. Visit wwv.smarterdistribution.com or call 972-304-1180 for more information.

The Build.com Building and Home Improvement Network.(Resources ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Build.com Building and Home Improvement Network announced the network has new resources including Plumbing.com, designed to be a supplement to the site's users' usual buying sources. It features plumbing products for the kitchen and bath as...

NxTrend acquired by Agilisys.(Technology)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Agilisys Inc. announced it acquired NxTrend, a provider of enterprise commerce management software. Agilisys supplies enterprise software to manufacturing and wholesale distribution companies around the world and has locations in 20 countries....

Distributors learn it's costly to reject technology.(Technology)
July 1, 2004... Technology is becoming more widely accepted in the distribution industry, however, many distributors are still relying on more traditional methods to complete everyday tasks, according to a recent survey by the American Supply Association (ASA)...

Sanyo Electric Co.(Fuel Cell Technology ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Sanyo Electric Co. will begin offering a residential fuel cell system in April 2005. While Sanyo has yet to establish a price for the system, the company expects to lower the cost of the units, which are designed to provide power for such...

HydroTherm.(Web Sites To Watch ...)(www.hydrothermkn.com)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... HydroTherm launched www.hydrothermkn.com, dedicated exclusively to the company's new KN-10 gas-fired, commercial boiler. The site highlights the design, construction and performance of KN-10 using color charts, graphs, illustrations and photos....

The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI).(Web Sites To Watch ...)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) launched a Web site, www.ari.org/cert, that contains information about ARI's certification programs including: detailed program descriptions; consumer tips on utility rebates, the benefits...

Prophet 21 releases new information data warehouse software.(Technology)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Prophet 21 released Knowledge Manage merit Center 4.0, the latest version of its executive information data warehouse software. The new version includes features that enhance ease-of-use and administration. New features also include security...

Bell & Gossett[R].(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Bell & Gossett[R] is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Little Red Schoolhouse[R] training center in Morton Grove, Ill. It is an HVACR educational facility for specifying engineers, mechanical contractors, system designers and facility...

Refrigeration Sales Corporation (RSC).(Hydronics/HVACR)(Brief Article)
July 1, 2004... Refrigeration Sales Corporation (RSC), which serves wholesalers of HVAC equipment, opened a now distribution services center in Valley View, Ohio. The 124,000-sq.-ft. facility will enhance customer service and is designed to offer its customers...