Promotion

A. O. Smith, a leader in water heating and water treatment products, announces its second quarter promotion for wholesale channel partners and their customers. Each quarter this year, the brand is partnering with wholesalers across the country to offer incentives for contractors who purchase select products.

“We received an overwhelmingly positive response from contractors on the Q1 promotion, and we are looking forward to rewarding our loyal customers again this spring,” said Jeff Storie, A. O. Smith marketing director.

The second quarter promotion kicks off May 15th and runs through June 30th. During this time, contractors who purchase an A. O. Smith ProLine® or ProLine® Master tank water heater at a participating wholesale counter location will receive a credit toward tools. Contractors will receive one credit for every unit purchased while supplies last.*

Contractors can visit https://hotwater.com/q2promo to view the list of participating wholesalers where they can purchase a qualifying product.

Additional promotions later in the year will include a branded jacket with the purchase of two high-efficiency water heaters and a Pit Boss fire pit with the purchase of three commercial gas water heaters.

Wholesalers interested in participating in future promotions can contact their A. O. Smith representative.

*Visit https://hotwater.com/q2promo for full promotion details.

Plumbing Manufacturers International announced today the promotion of Jodi Stuhrberg from association manager to the newly created role of director of programs and administration.

“We’re grateful for Jodi’s outstanding dedication to PMI and our members as well as her commitment to creating thoughtful, unique programs and services. We congratulate Jodi on her well-deserved promotion and look forward to seeing her continued success in this new role,” said PMI CEO/Executive Director Kerry Stackpole.

A resident of Palatine, Illinois, Stuhrberg said her success at PMI stems from a strong desire to support others, build great relationships, and lead by example. “It helps to be part of a wonderful team that has encouraged and supported me along the way,” she added.

The recipient of the PMI President’s Award in 2018, Stuhrberg began her career at PMI in December 2013 as association coordinator and quickly earned a promotion to association manager. Since then, she has expanded her responsibilities beyond providing administrative support to PMI committees, managing event details, and fielding inquiries from existing and prospective members. Stuhrberg began developing and managing more events and taking on increasingly more challenging duties.

Because her work touches every part of the association, she lightheartedly describes her role as “plate spinner.” Among her many responsibilities, Stuhrberg provides oversight and support for developing new programs and services – such as the PMI Aspiring Leaders Program and PMI CEO Thinking Forum; reinforcing advancement of diversity, equity and inclusion within association activities; and managing staff, member inquiries and much of the day-to-day operations. She also supports all PMI committees and PMI Board of Directors’ functions and oversees all aspects of the annual PMI Manufacturing Success Conference.

“I’m proud of how we’ve evolved our annual conference to include more progressive educational content and speakers and to host the conference in inspiring cities and venues. I’m looking forward to continuing to bring innovation to our programs to keep them fresh and exciting for our members,” Stuhrberg said.

About Plumbing Manufacturers International

Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is the trade association of plumbing product manufacturers that produce more than 90% of the United States’ plumbing products, represent more than 150 iconic brands, and develop safe, reliable and innovative water-efficient plumbing technologies. PMI members contribute more than 464,000 jobs and $85.5 billion in economic impact to America’s economy.

With a vision of safe, responsible plumbing – always, PMI advocates for plumbing product performance contributing to water efficiency and savings, sustainability, public health and safety, and consumer satisfaction. PMI members manufacture water-efficient toilets, urinals, faucets, showerheads and other products at more than 70 locations across the country and market them online and in more than 24,000 home improvement stores, hardware stores and showrooms in all 50 states. For more information on PMI, contact the organization at 1750 Tysons Blvd., Ste. 1500, McLean, Va., 22102; tel.: 847-481-5500. www.safeplumbing.org.

General Pipe Cleaners has announced a Fall 2018 BOGO promotion on selected drain cleaning machines, water jets and video pipe inspection systems.

From October 1st through December 31st, if you buy any of eight different General Pipe Cleaners products, you get a premium item FREE. You buy one, you get one!  FREE. You’ve got 90 days and 8 different ways to take advantage of this offer.

• Buy a Power-Vee (PV-F) — Get a Closet Auger (3FL)
• Buy Mini-Rooter XP (P-XP-B) — Get a Telescoping Closet Auger (T6FL)
• Buy The Metro — Get a 2” ClogChopper (2CG) and Telescoping Closet Auger (T6FL)
• Buy Speedrooter 92 (P-S92-E) — Get a 5/8” x 100’ Flexicore Cable (100EM4)
• Buy Speedrooter XL (P-XL-E) — Get a 5/8” x 100’ Flexicore Cable (100EM4) & 2” ClogChopper (2CG)
• Buy JM-1450-A Electric Water Jet — Get a Spray Wand (SWA-1500)
• Buy Gen-Eye X-POD (SL-GX-E or SL-GX-F) — Get a Power-Vee (PV-F)
• Buy Gen-Eye USB (SL-USB-A or SL-USB-B) — Get a Mini-Jet (JM-1000-A)

For details, contact the Drain Brains® at General Pipe Cleaners at 800-245-6200 or 412-771-6300, or visit www.drainbrain.com/2018-fall-promotion.

This offer is valid only on purchases made from October 1st through December 31st, 2018. Valid in the U.S. and Canada only.

General Pipe Cleaners, a division of General Wire Spring Co., is a leading manufacturer of high quality American-made drain cleaning equipment. In business since 1930, the third generation family-owned company is celebrating nearly 90 years of service to drain cleaning professionals and plumbing contractors, as well as facilities managers, the rental industry and the hardware/DIY market. The Toughest Tools Down The Line.

If you’re in the market for a new power tool battery platform, Bosch has an opportunity for you. The Freak ‘N’ CORE18V Contest launching today gives entrants the chance to submit a video about why they need the new battery platform. Winners receive the Bosch CORE18V 6.3 Ah battery along with the company’s Freak two-in-one impact wrench/impact driver.

The Bosch CORE18V battery offers maximum power and performance while minimizing weight, an achievement that proves its claim as the best-built battery among leading competitors. The battery employs advanced Lithium-ion technology to deliver 80 percent more power than previous generation Bosch batteries. The Freak impact driver features the socket ready all-in-one tool holder, which combines a 1/4 In. hex and a 1/2 In. drive into one tool for ultimate versatility. The all-in-one tool holder eliminates the need for users to own an impact wrench and impact driver, and also eliminates the need for socket adapters.

“Bosch is committed to giving away 2,000 Freak impact drivers paired with the CORE18V 6.3 Ah battery,” said Roger Amrol, president, Bosch Power Tools North America. “Participants must enter the contest by posting a short video explaining ‘why I need a whole new Freak ‘n’ cordless platform.’ This is something new for the power tool industry, but speaks to the Busch culture of creativity and fun.”

Entrants must post a short video explaining why they need the new Bosch cordless platform using the hashtag #FreakNContest. The contest will end on September 14. Visit boschtools.com/freak for rules and additional information; contest is open to U.S. residents.

The promotion dovetails with the Bosch CORE18V 4.0 Ah battery becoming available at Lowe’s in September. Winners of the Freak contest will be encouraged to post another video with their impact driver and CORE18V battery for a chance to win more prizes.

To learn more about the Bosch, the Freak impact wrench/driver or the CORE18V 6.3 Ah battery, visit www.boschtools.com or call 877-BOSCH-99. Check out www.bethepro.com for additional tips and videos.