While reporting its first quarter results, The Home Depot announced its intent to dispose of its interest in the underlying real estate of 15 EXPO Design Center stores.

Jacuzzi Brands reported net earnings of $7.5 million, or 10 cents per share, for the second quarter ended April 2, up 27.1% vs. the same period in 2004.

Delta Faucet Co. announced that Vasken Altounian has rejoined the company's U.S. operations as executive vice president of sales and marketing.

Delta Faucet Co. said it has been approved by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) as a registered provider of Continuing Education Units for the architectural community.

Falcon Waterfree Technologies offers a single-piece mounting bracket for urinals to replace traditional two-piece brackets for urinal installations.

Jack Vresics has been named president and chief executive officer of Technical Concepts, LLC, designer and manufacturer of touch-free, automated product systems used for hygiene and odor control in non-residential washrooms.

In-Sink-Erator was presented with the Governor's Export Achievement Award during the 41st annual Wisconsin International Trade Conference.

Premium faucet brand Brizo signed six fashion designers to support a project that will raise money for DIFFA - the Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS.

Alsons Corp. received five ADEX (Award for Design Excellence) awards for its shower products.

Basco has opened a showroom/distribution center for its glass shower enclosures in Wood Dale, Ill., that offers its “Single Source Solution.”