American Standard launched online tools designed to help conserve water.

Rheem Heating & Cooling introduced Total Access Training, an online multimedia training component that includes several pre-existing courses for Rheem and Ruud contractors and technicians that address seasonal climate issues and environmentally friendly solutions.

Mincron Software Systems appointed Jonathan Lindle director of client services.

Component Hardware Group, a manufacturer of plumbing and hardware products, has consolidated three previous corporate Web sites.

The American Supply Association said it will exclusively recommend Activant Solutions’ technology solutions and services to its members and also will recommend Activant as its preferred VAN services provider.

Conbraco Industries, parent company of Apollo Valves, has launched a new Web site.

Hubspan released a case study regarding the deployment of its on-demand integration platform by HD Supply Facilities Maintenance.

McGraw-Hill reports higher starts.

Computer Business Systems Inc. launched the new Acu-Track software Web site, which features the more comprehensive Acu-Track II version.

Masco, which includes brands such as Behr paint, Delta faucet and KraftMaid cabinets, saw North American sales fall 19 percent, while international sales rose 6 percent.