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Metropac sells exclusively to wholesalers, OEM’s, and manufacturer reps, throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Major product lines include, Honeywell, Invensys, Johnson Controls, Robertshaw, White-Rodgers and much more. Visit their web site at www.metropac.com to see their complete product offerings. Or call their sales department at 800-852-HEAT(4328)

NEW Honeywell Circulator Pumps for Hydronic Systems In stock at Metropac


Three - 3 speed circulatory pumps

Each Honeywell pump has 3 speed settings to maximize efficiency of the system and ensure sufficient flow rates with a single pump. Pumps can be rotated 90 degrees to ensure there is room for the housing in every installation.
The flow check is sold as a standalone part to be used as needed by the contractor. Competitive models only include the flow check as an entire pump assembly as another separate SKU. Install by simply inserting into outlet port of circulator. For more information and pricing visit Metropac at www.metropac.com or call 800-852-4328.

As a Master Distributor, Metropac sells exclusively to wholesalers, OEM's and Manufacturer's Rep's nationwide. They offer low wholesale prices on a large inventory of HVAC/R products consisting of over 50 product lines ranging from residential and commercial controls to combustion testing equipment to commercial components. Whether you need to stock your shelves or get that hard to find control the next day, Metropac is here to help.

Cowan Supply holds Grand Opening


Cowan Supply recently opened their new location and luxury plumbing showroom at 3032 Bankers Industrial Drive, Suite A, Atlanta, Ga. They hosted two celebrations to mark the occasion — a Designer/Consumer Grand Opening Event and a Contractors/Plumbers Counter Day Celebration. Everyone had an opportunity to win prizes, review new products/technology, and network with representatives from vendors such as Kohler, INAX, MTI, Jetta, Electric Mirror, Hans Grohe, Watermark, Delta, and many others.


The new Cowan location features a 4,000-square-foot showroom that includes the latest in plumbing products that can be experienced firsthand by homeowners and trade professionals. The facilities are equipped with areas for designers and home builders/remodelers to meet with their clients, as well as areas for industry training and events.

Ferguson closes SG acquisition

Ferguson Enterprises Inc. has purchased substantially all of the assets of SG Supply Co. Inc. in a transaction closed effective September 26, 2011. The company will now operate as SG Supply Co., a Ferguson enterprise.
SG Supply was founded in 1959 and is a supplier of plumbing products, water heaters, hydronic heating, and PVF for plumbing and mechanical contractors. They also have one of the largest single-site soil pipe inventories in the Midwest. SG Supply will continue to operate from their current location in Calumet Park, Ill., and be led by Ferguson’s Chicago area general manager, Steve Speers. Craig Weiss, SG Supply’s former president will remain to transition the business.


This is the third acquisition for Ferguson in 2011. They announced the purchase of Summit Pipe and Supply in January and Louisiana Chemical Pipe, Valve & Fitting, Inc. in August.

Featured Products
Innovative two-in-one toilet seat
www.BemisMfg.com
New NextStep® Child/Adult Potty Seat™ accommodates adults and children, promotes hygiene and eliminates clutter. When not in use, the potty seat automatically secures by magnet into a recess in the molded wood seat cover. When it’s time to use the child seat, toddlers can independently pull it down into position. The child seat can be easily removed for cleaning or when no longer needed. Whisper•Close®, Easy•Clean & Change® and STA–TITE® Fastening System™ features included. Bemis Manufacturing.
 
Video inspection system
www.drainbrain.com
Gen-Eye SD™ video pipe inspection and location system provides the features of a full-size video inspection system in a compact package. Features an SD card reader to store video or still images (a 1 GB card records about 2 hours of video), an 8" LCD color monitor and a full keyboard for on-screen titling. Contained in a padded 10-lb package. Docking arm mounts it on reels to trouble-shoot 2"-10" lines. Has built-in voice-over microphone and accessories. General Pipe Cleaners, a division of General Wire Spring Co.
 
Commercial shower systems
www.moencommercial.com
Five new Eco-Performance commercial shower systems are certified to meet WaterSense® criteria, offering a 40% water savings without sacrificing performance. Durable systems combine Eco-Performance showerheads with Posi-Temp® valves to reduce water consumption and eliminate shower shock. Meet ASSE 1016 requirements. Choose wall mount or handheld models or a wall mount/handheld combination. Flow rate of 1.5 gpm. Wall mount showerhead features a solid brass shell and chrome finish; handheld model is constructed of high-impact, chrome-plated polymers. Both feature easy-clean green nozzles and optimized spray pattern. Moen Commercial.
 
Energy savings for 2-wire retrofits
www.tekmarcontrols.com
tekmarNet®2 house controls and thermostats utilize 2-way communication to provide benefits that surpass basic thermostats and outdoor reset controls. Includes zoning with indoor feedback, heating & cooling interlocking, shared schedules, and outdoor temperature display on any thermostat. Require 2 wires for communication and power; ideal for retrofit installations using existing wiring. Also offers home automation and/or web access capabilities. tekmar Control Systems Ltd.