Orion Fittings hired Mike Potts as product development engineer.

Anderson Metals Corp. hired Jerry Mitchell as its national sales manager.

Basco hired John Mitchell as regional sales manager.

Lochinvar Corp. donated gifts food and money for needy Wilson County families over the holidays, and sponsored a fishing tournament for Habitat for Humanity.

Jacuzzi Brands, parent company of Jacuzzi, Eljer, Zurn and Wilkins, posted increased revenues for its bath and plumbing segments in 2004.

ITT Industries reported 2004 revenues of $6.76 billion, a 21 percent hike from 2003.

Hansgrohe Inc. announced the creation of two new sales management positions.

Delta Faucet Co.'s Brizo faucet brand announced it is a national sponsor of the nonprofit Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS.

Danfoss Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Division announced the grand prize winner of its Scratch 'n Match promotion.

American Standard made a direct contribution of $250,000 to the international tsunami relief effort.