Supply House Times articles from March 2005

Supply House Times archives from March 2005

Wheeler's "How To Succeed At Failure" December column tells the truth.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... I read and agreed with Jim Wheeler's article in the December 2004 issue of SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES ("How To Succeed At Failure," page 81). It is indeed interesting how the power of success can lead to the manifestation of some of human nature's...

2002 Bidet story still being read.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... I was very impressed with the bidet article, "Psst... Wanna Buy A Bidet?" written by Pat Lenius (SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES, March 2002, page 44). I haven't run across another article that covers the basic concepts as well. I have written a book,...

Waterfree urinals.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... In SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES (December 2004, page 25), a product news announcement states that the Waterless Co. product "is the only non-water using ceramic urinal currently on the market." Falcon Waterfree Technologies and Sloan Waterless offer...

Wheeler column on Puron.(Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
March 1, 2005... As a result of a Google search on Puron problems, I saw Jim Wheeler's article on Puron ("Carrier's Puron--The Inside Story," page 57, SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES, June 1999), and I thought that it gave good insight in a small space. An HVAC contractor I...

First supply names Poehling Chairman, Adix president.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Madison, Wis.-based First Supply LLC named Joe Poehling chairman and promoted Dick Adix to president. Poehling joined First Supply in 1980 and has served as vice-chairman, president and chief executive officer. First Supply has been owned by...

Ferguson acquires two more wholesalers.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(J.D. Daddario Co.)(Meckco Supply Co.)
March 1, 2005... Newport News, Va.-based wholesaler Ferguson announced its acquisition of J.D. Daddario Co., based in Franklin, Mass., and Meckco Supply Co., headquartered in Charlotte, N.C. J.D. Daddario Co., purchased in a stock transaction completed Jan....

Koch membrane systems.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)
March 1, 2005... Koch Membrane Systems said it plans to show its Fluid Systems line of reverse osmosis membrane elements at WQA Aquatech USA 2005 in Las Vegas March 29 to April 2 (Booth 738). The reverse osmosis elements feature thin film composite TFC[R]...

Residential building permit activity regional & local market survey.(A Supply House Times Exclusive)(Illustration)
March 1, 2005... A SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES Exclusive Residential Building Permit Activity Regional & Local Market Survey DECEMBER 2004 Region Residential Permits Dec. 04 YTD...

Al Huneycutt.(Late-Breaking News)
March 1, 2005... Al Huneycutt, pictured here at Omni's spring meeting in Marco Island, Fla., retired as vice president of marketing and sales at Halsey Taylor as of Feb. 28 after 28 years with the company.

Omni spring meeting.(Late-Breaking News)
March 1, 2005... Omni Spring Meeting: Bill Blaine, senior vice president/sales of Elkay Manufacturing, met with Scott Franz, publisher of SUPPLY HOUSE TIMES, at Omni's spring meeting in Marco Island, Fla., Jan. 30-Feb. 1.

Crane plumbing LLC acquired by investment firm.(Late-Breaking News)
March 1, 2005... A controlling interest in Crane Plumbing LLC, a manufacturer and distributor of plumbing fixtures and specialty plumbing products in the United States and Canada, has been purchased by one of the affiliates of Sun Capital Partners, a Boca...

Emerson-Swan restructures management team.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)
March 1, 2005... Manufacturers rep firm Emerson-Swan, based in Randolph, Mass., named Parker Wheat president/chief operating officer; Jeff Dirksen, senior vice president/engineered sales; George (GL) Simas, senior vice president/distribution sales; Ken Fagan,...

WQA Aquatech USA 2005.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)
March 1, 2005... WQA Aquatech USA 2005, a joint effort of the Water Quality Association and Amsterdam RAI, will offer educational workshops March 28 to April 2 and a product expo March 29 to April 1 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. For information, call...

Harry Schemer.(Obituaries)(Obituary)
March 1, 2005... * Harry Schemer, 83, chairman of Universal-Southern Corp., a Jacksonville, Fla.-based PVF master distributor, died Feb. 14 after a battle with cancer. After serving in the U.S. Air Force during World War II, Schemer returned to his hometown of...

Henry Willis (Sam) Barrett.(Obituaries)(Obituary)
March 1, 2005... * Henry Willis (Sam) Barrett, 85, died Feb. 3 in Palm Desert, Calif. He served as a U.S. Marine during World War II and in the early stages of the Korean conflict in 1951. After that, he managed Stickrath's Plumbing Supply in White Oak, Pa.,...

Murray Supply hosts Smallville promotion.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Welcome to Smallville)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Murray Supply Co., a Winston-Salem, N.C.-based plumbing wholesaler, will hold "Welcome to Smallville" for its customers, a combination counter day/tabletop show featuring 12 "small" vendors. The events will be held at its five branches (all in...

Security Supply Corp.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(awards)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Security Supply Corp., based in Selkirk, N.Y., presented awards to three of its salesmen for surpassing $2 million in sales for 2004. Pictured from left to right: Keith Bennett, president; award recipients John Grasso and Ken Mortensen Jr.,...

Interline Brands, American Airlines partner in rewards program.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(American Airlines Inc.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Interline Brands, based in Jacksonville, Fla., has launched a customer loyalty program that enables its customers to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles when they purchase products from the company's Barnett, Hardware Express, and Leran...

First Supply.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)
March 1, 2005... First Supply, Madison, Wis., took more than 600 customers, vendors and employees to Puerto Vallarta in mid-January as part of its seventh annual World of Opportunity customer incentive travel program. Pictured is a fireworks display at the...

Grundfos purchases Alldos, metering pump manufacturer.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Grundfos Management A/S)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Grundfos purchased the German metering pump group Alldos. Both companies produce precision, motor-driven metering pumps primarily for dosing of chemicals for water treatment. Alldos has annual sales of about $52 million (U.S.) and 280...

Canadian water heater venture expands to commercial market.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Canadian joint venture between a utility and investment firm has decided to expand from the residential market to include commercial customers. The Consumers' Waterheater Income Fund indirectly owns a portfolio of about 1.3 million installed...

Delta reshapes shower droplets.(Bath & Kitchen)(Delta Faucet Co.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Delta Faucet Co. presented its H2Okinetic Technology[TM] at the 2005 International Builders' Show. It was first introduced last year in the Vesi[TM] Custom Shower System from Brizo[TM]. The technology manages the water droplet size and...

Bemis introduces designer toilet seat.(Bath & Kitchen)(Bemis Manufacturing Co)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... In response to the trend of creating a refuge or spa in the bathroom with aesthetically pleasing, multi-functional fixtures, Bemis has developed a toilet seat that features upscale European styling. The Alesio[TM] seat is master crafted in...

Watts Brass & Tubular.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Watts Brass & Tubular introduced the new GB Series Safety Grab Bar product line, available in 1-1/4- and 1-1/2-inch diameters with a choice of exposed or concealed flanges. Lengths range from 12 to 48 inches, and all are made from 18-gauge, 304...

Danze.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Danze introduced the Tiburon Collection. It includes minispread and widespread lavatory faucets featuring intricate, helical wire handles. The faucets are available in brushed nickel and satin black finishes. Circle 213 [ILLUSTRATION...

Gerber Plumbing Fixtures.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Gerber Plumbing Fixtures introduced two faucet collections at the International Builders' Show. The Allerton[TM] is an affordable, transitional collection of kitchen, lavatory, tub and shower valves, Roman tub and laundry faucets, offered in...

Sloan receives water conservation award.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Sloan Valve Co. received the 2004 Water Conservation Award for Excellence from the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (FSWWA) for its new Waterfree Urinal brochure. It was presented with the "Best in Class" honor in the...

BLANCO launches authorized showroom program.(Bath & Kitchen)(Blanco America Inc.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... BLANCO America recently launched its first authorized showroom program, which offers Platinum, Gold and Silver levels. These are measured by products and displayed selection, not by square feet or sales Volume. Benefits include: co-op...

Kohler.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Kohler introduced its new Purist Hatbox toilet during Fashion Week in New York, Feb. 4-11. The toilet is a tankless electric toilet with an elliptical shape and clean lines and surfaces. It was on display in the main lobby of Fashion Week, and...

American Standard.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... American Standard now offers the Lakeland[R] kitchen sink with a removable custom-fit basin. This permits the homeowner to enjoy the benefits of two sink bowls in a single-bowl sink. The sink is 33 by 22 inches and fits standard double-bowl...

Basco.(appointment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Basco appointed John Mitchell regional sales manager. He will manage Basco's manufacturers reps in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee and West Virginia. Mitchell worked for Wilson Sporting Goods for 20 years, most recently as...

In-Sink-Erator.(People On The Move ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... In-Sink-Erator hired Rebecca Falish as regional sales manager. She succeeds Tom Boehnlein, who retired after 10 years with the company. Falish oversees sales activities in the Midwest Region including Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana,...

Elkay Manufacturing Co.(Expansion ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Elkay Manufacturing Co. announced the construction of a $19 million, 256,000-sq.-ft. state-of-the-art wood finishing and cabinetry assembly plant in Danville, Va., for Yorktowne Cabinetry. The company said this will expand its presence in the...

Brizo[TM].(Sponsorship ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Brizo[TM] announced it is a national sponsor of Design Industries Foundation Fighting Aids (DIFFA), a nonprofit organization. It is participating in the organization's Dining by Design national tour fundraiser. The kick-off was held Feb. 6-7 at...

Jacuzzi Brands reports first quarter results.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Jacuzzi Brands announced sales and earnings increases and operating decreases for the first quarter of fiscal 2005 ended Jan. 1. Sales in the bath products segment increased slightly in the first quarter of 2005 compared with the same...

Hansgrohe.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... Hansgrohe has produced a 10-page brochure that showcases the Pharo Showerpanel Lift with color photographs and close-ups of its various components. It includes line drawings and charts with feature descriptions and dimensional data. The bather...

Basco.(Awards ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Basco announced that Jason DeBruer, the company's technical specialist, was recently named to Glass Magazine's "20 Under 40" List, a national report recognizing 20 leaders under the age of 40 who have contributed measurable achievements in the...

Moen.(awards)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Moen inducted Bruce Carbonari, former president, CEO and chairman, into the Moen Hall of Fame. Carbonari served as president of Moen from 1990 until 1997, became CEO in 1995, and in 1998, transitioned into chairman/CEO of Moen as he assumed the...

American Standard.(Donation ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... American Standard said it would make a direct contribution of $250,000 to the international tsunami relief effort, giving $200,000 to the American Red Cross International Response Fund and $50,000 to the Chief Minister's Public Relief Fund in...

ThermaSol.(New Technology ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... ThermaSol introduced "Fast Start" technology on its luxury steam shower and bath lines as of January 2005. This feature enables the company's SteamShower, Pro Series and AmbiancePro models to begin producing steam in seconds rather than five to...

The International Pool & Spa Expo.(Trade Shows ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... The International Pool & Spa Expo, which was held Nov. 30 to Dec. 3, 2004, in Las Vegas, drew 20% more attendees than the previous year, according to show organizers. The 2005 International Pool & Spa Expo will be held Nov. 1-3 in Orlando,...

KWC Faucets.(Bath & Kitchen)
March 1, 2005... KWC Faucets announced a new Bliss[TM] single-lever kitchen faucet that is designed to maximize space for work in the sink area. It has a chrome finish, a pullout spray feature and an optional swivel spout. It comes with a limited lifetime...

Jomar International.(Expansions ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Jomar International opened a new 46,500-sq.-ft. headquarters and distribution center in Warren, Mich.

Curtiss-Wright Flow Control.(expansion)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Curtiss-Wright Flow Control (U.K.) has completed a new 46,000-sq.-ft, manufacturing and operations center in Bridport, Dorset, U.K.

Spirax Sarco.(appointment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Spirax Sarco has named Roger Barnes as vice president of marketing and technology. He had been serving as director-technology, product development for Flowserve's Flow Control unit. The company also promoted former national sales manager...

Orion Fittings.(Appointments ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Orion Fittings has hired Mike Potts as product development engineer. He previously served as president of Enfield Industrial Corp., a manufacturer of plastic pipe and fittings.

Manufacturing economic activity.(This & That ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Manufacturing economic activity grew in January for the 20th consecutive month, while the overall economy grew for the 39th month in a row, according to the Institute for Supply Management's monthly survey.

Transportation and warehousing.(This & That ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Transportation and warehousing remains on the list of the industries with the highest injury rates. Data compiled for 2003 by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 7.8 cases of non-fatal workplace injuries per 100 equivalent full-time...

Northwest Pipe Co.(This & That ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Northwest Pipe Co. reported that it received a letter of intent to supply approximately $9 million of welded steel pipe to PCI Construction of Tempe, Ariz., for a City of Albuquerque water treatment plant. The order calls for approximately...

A. Louis Supply celebrates 100 Years.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)
March 1, 2005... A. Louis Supply of Ashtabula, Ohio, a single-location independent distributor of industrial PVF and other diversified product, is 100 years old this year. The company was founded in 1905 as a plumbing supply house by Herman Louis and later...

Spiraling steel prices top 2004 story list.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... The rising cost of steel and other construction materials has been voted the top construction story of 2004 in an annual survey conducted by the Construction Writers Association (CWA). The seemingly insatiable demand for both new and scrap...

2004 steel imports surge.(Pipe-Valves-Fittings)
March 1, 2005... Based on preliminary Census Bureau data for December, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported that the United States imported a total of 35.7 million net tons of steel in 2004, including 28.3 net tons of finished steel. Imports in...

A PVF specifications primer.(PVF Forum)(pipe, valves and fittings )
March 1, 2005... If we all spoke different languages we would have difficulty in communicating. So most industries have developed specifications in order for all distributors, manufacturers, and end-users to be talking about the same features and...

Do's & don'ts of hiring consultants: beware of know-it-alls. They are too busy being "right" to help your company.(Adams on PVF Supply)
March 1, 2005... Not so long ago I phrased Tom Peters and suggested that supply houses "stick to the PVF"--and outsource everything else. But what about consulting? Exactly when should a company consider bringing in a consultant? And how does the company find...

LA-CO Markal.(Web Sites To Watch .. www.laco.com.)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... LA-CO Markal expanded its Web site, www.laco.com. It now includes the entire 2005 company catalog, searchable by product category or keyword, and includes specs, applications and product photos. An updated Material Safety Data Sheet section...

Delta Faucet Co.(Web Sites To Watch ...)(www.deltafaucet.com)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Delta Faucet Co. unveiled its newly designed consumer Web site, www.deltafaucet.com. A key feature is the ability to select products using various search options, including function, style, model number or description. Each product page has the...

Easy Street Inc.(Anniversary ...)
March 1, 2005... Easy Street Inc., a consulting firm and software manufacturing company that also runs www.mrhvac.com, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year. The company is owned by James R. Leichter and is managed by Amber MacDonald, chief...

Brady/TISCOR.(Fire Inspection Software ...)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Brady/TISCOR provider of mobile workforce automation software, released an enhanced version of Inspection Manager FLX 2.5, automated building code and fire equipment inspection software. It is designed for inspections in accordance with the...

Prophet 21 hosts summit, training seminars.(News Technology)
March 1, 2005... Prophet 21 is hosting its annual Prophet 21 Summit in St. Louis, April 20-23 at the Renaissance Grand Hotel. The conference offers educational and networking opportunities for distributor customers. The summit will have specific interest tracks...

A/C shipments set new record.(Hydronics/HVACR)(air conditioners )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Shipments of air conditioners and air source heat pumps topped a record 7 million in 2004 and increased for the third consecutive year, according to the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI). The number rose 8% to 7,401,067 from...

RPA announces two Radfests.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Radiant Panel Association Certification Exam)
March 1, 2005... The Radiant Panel Association will hold two Radfests this year, the first in April and another near Washington, D.C. in October. Radfest West, scheduled for April 26-27 in Denver, will feature speakers, seminars and a trade show. Attendees...

Emerson Climate Technologies.(Hydronics/HVACR)
March 1, 2005... Emerson Climate Technologies introduced a new Copeland Scroll[TM] compressor designed to help manufacturers meet and exceed the 13-SEER standard for central air conditioning systems. Its new design increases the efficiency of the compressor by...

Rheem Mfg. Co. air conditioning division.(Hydronics/HVACR )
March 1, 2005... Rheem Mfg. Co. Air Conditioning Division introduced the Rheem Prestige Series[R] RASL and the Ruud Ultra Series[R] UASL 18 SEER air conditioners. Both are equipped with two-stage Copeland Scroll UltraTech[TM] compressors and are PrOzone[TM]...

Gustave A. Larson Co.(Training Programs)
March 1, 2005... Gustave A. Larson Co., based in Pewaukee, Wis., announced its yearlong training schedule for 2005, which includes both management and technical training. The Business Development Resources training series will include: * Owning the Sales...

Uponor Wirsbo.(Training Programs)
March 1, 2005... Uponor Wirsbo released its 2005 HCT Mini-Camp training schedule. The seminars teach radiant heating. Mini-Camp I will cover: * Radiant system design and applications * Installation options--the right method for the right job *...

Lochinvar Corp.(Training Programs)(University training classes in Lebanon)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Lochinvar Corp. announced the 2005 schedule of Lochinvar University training classes to be held in Lebanon, Tenn. The Water Heating and Application School, to be held April 7-8 and July 7-8, is for those involved in commercial water heater...

Honeywell introduces distributor program; hosts NCCC meeting.(Hydronics/HVACR)(Diamond Distributor Program )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Honeywell introduced its 2005 Diamond Distributor Program for the company's Authorized Systems Distributors. It offers pricing advantages and eligibility for free drop shipping on all orders, among other benefits, to distributors that qualify....

Watsco.(People On The Move ...)(Robert Dickinson appointed as president)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Watsco (Coconut Grove, Fla.) appointed Robert (Bob) Dickinson, president/CEO of Carnival Cruise Lines, to its board. He has served in various leadership capacities at Carnival for the past 33 years.

Trane.(Agreements ...)(sole supplier of chillers )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Trane announced it won a bid process to be the sole supplier of chillers to Carrefour, a French hypermarket, for 38 new stores in China, Indonesia, Thailand, Taiwan, Singapore and Malaysia. It will supply its R-123 direct drive centrifugal...

Klenk Tools.(Awards And Achievements ...)(Sales Representatives )(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Klenk Tools presented its Sales Representatives of the Year award to Chuck Feldman and Steve Dagget of J.C. Marketing at the 2005 AHR Expo, held Feb. 7-9 in Orlando, Fla. Feldman has represented the company for more than 24 years in Virginia...

Imperial.(Anniversary ...)
March 1, 2005... Imperial, a manufacturer of HVAC and specialty tools, celebrated its 100th anniversary in January. It began as Imperial Brass Mfg. Co. in 1905, and was purchased by Stride Tool in 1996. The company's customer base has expanded internationally...

The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute.(Industry Event ...)
March 1, 2005... The Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) is hosting its second annual ARI Cool Connections Public Policy Symposium, April 5-6, in Washington, D.C. It has invited Congressman Ralph Hall (R-TX), chairman of House Energy and...

Jack Whaling.(Obituary)(Obituary)
March 1, 2005... Jack Whaling, a longtime veteran of the HVAC industry and founder of his namesake sales representative company, died of congestive heart failure on Jan. 26 in Glendale, Calif. He was 88. Jack started his business career with the Southern...

Affiliated Distributors.(News: companies ... associations ... people ... government ... trends)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Affiliated Distributors presented awards at its North American Meeting for the Plumbing Division in Dallas last October. The Affiliate of the Year, Leadership award went to George Yezbak, vice president/materials management, and Michael...

Extreme makeover: home edition features two familiar names.(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Bradford White and Gastite[R] products were used in different episodes of the ABC-TV program Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Gastite[R] corrugated stainless steel tubing (CSST) was the gas piping system of choice on an episode of Extreme...

Ferguson.(appointments)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Ferguson (Newport News, Va.) expanded its southeast region to include a majority of its Texas locations which will now be under the leadership of Jim Cross, vice president/regional manager for the Southeast region and a past recipient of...

Schaefer Plumbing Supply Co.(promotion)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Schaefer Plumbing Supply Co. (Buffalo, N.Y.) named Terry Flynn vice president of sales development. Flynn has been in the industry for 28 years, including 10 years at Schaefer. The wholesaler distributes plumbing, HVAC and PVF supplies in...

Murray Supply.(appointment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Murray Supply (Winston-Salem, N.C.) hired Allie Nesheim as showroom coordinator, Renovation of its showroom should be completed this fall. Nesheim has a degree in interior design.

Halsey Taylor.(promotion)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Halsey Taylor promoted Johnnie Bertella to director--Halsey Taylor Sales and John Aykroyd to national sales manager. Aykroyd will report to Bertella, who will report to Bob Seeley, executive vice president. Bertella joined Halsey Taylor in 1994...

Cox ProGroup.(appointment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Cox ProGroup, which represents private label products for Ferguson, appointed Chip Hardy as sales manager for southern Virginia. He will service only Ferguson branches and satellites representing their manufactured products, which include...

Viega North America.(appointment)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... Viega North America named Tom Shields regional manager for its Northeast region. He joined the company in 2002 and has served as technical consultant and district manager.

The top 5 PVF industry concerns: IPD members have their hands full dealing with commodity inflation, health care costs and people issues.(PVF Concerns. [Pipes, valves and fittings])(Cover Story)
March 1, 2005... Cabin fever is an annual mid-winter epidemic suffered by we northerners. It's caused when snow, frigid gales and the solstice cycle render the sun's rays too rare and feeble to sustain mental health. The result is a sort of human hibernation,...

Conditions favorable: consider selling your business now: the tax rates are at low levels, interest rates have started to increase and the economy is on the upswing.(Financial Advice.)
March 1, 2005... The time is ripe to sell your business. In the past couple of decades business owners wanting to sell their business faced high interest rates, high taxes, and at times, tough economic conditions. Today, three major factors exist to provide you...

BrassCraft.(promotions)(Brief Article)
March 1, 2005... BrassCraft promoted Paul Graves to controller, BrassCraft Lancaster (Texas). He joined BrassCraft in 2001 as junior cost accountant and has completed the Masco Leadership Program.