A fire roared through Chicago's southwest side in the early morning hours of Nov. 15, burning down HICO Group's two-story, 55,000-sq.-ft. factory.

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Al Corwin, 76, former president of GROHE, died Oct. 23 after a long battle with cancer.

Delta Faucet Co. named Reinhard Metzger president

The FLUSHMATE® Division of Sloan Valve Co. said its OEM (original equipment manufacturer) distribution includes American Standard, Capizzi, Corona, Gerber, HCG, Kohler, Mancesa, Mansfield, St. Thomas Creations and Vitromex.

Bradley Corp. has introduced a through-wall combination emergency fixture, including a drench shower and an eyewash unit, for applications in extremely hot or cold climates without an underground water supply.

Celesta Hosts Media Tour

Chicago Faucet's commercial faucets now include vandal-resistant design as a standard feature.

The first 100 verified plumbers to register online at www.bestflush.com/

championplumbers beginning on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. EST, 5 p.m. PST, will receive a free Champion™ toilet with America's Best™ Flushing System from American Standard.

Gerber Receives Golden Eagle