Symmons Industries unveiled a new look, message and updated, enhanced product portfolio at this year’s K/BIS 2008 in Chicago.

The Plumbing Manufacturers Institute named Ronald S. Calderon (D-Montebello), a member of the California State Senate, its 2007 Legislator of the Year, “in recognition of exemplary leadership on plumbing manufacturing issues.”

The Plumbing Manufacturers Institute new microsite, SafePlumbing.org, updates some leaky old ideas about plumbing fixtures and fittings.

The company is now offering the water conserving, two-step ECO cartridge as a complimentary upgrade to anyone purchasing a Hansamix faucet when you fill out the form at www.hansachallenge.com.

This new feature now offers plumbing and heating contractors, wholesalers, architects/engineers, homebuilders, and homeowners an easy way to check the warranty status of any Bradford White water heater.

Duratex/Deca acquired both American Standard operations in Brazil, with plants in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

The MOU between PMI and CIPH will help create an organized and systematic approach for exchanging information on common educational, technical, scientific, legislative and regulatory matters that affect the plumbing industry worldwide.

On April 15, the Raleigh, NC, City Council reversed its ban on the installation of food waste disposers.

On Earth Day 2008, the water heating company unveils its new green look and its highly efficient Vertex 100.

HD Supply announced it has launched two new proprietary brands covering kitchen and bath fixtures, ceiling fans, heavy-duty tools and hardware.