TPi November 2014

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BrassCraft takes innovation award BrassCraft Manufacturing, a

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the Safety+PLUS excess flow valve immediately restricts gas flow to a non- hazardous level (bypass flow) to prevent dangerous release of gas into the home. Safety+PLUS gas connectors are designed, machined and assembled in the USA at the company’s manufacturing plant in Corona, California. BrassCraft Manufacturing, a Masco company, manufactures products for use in the new construction and repair/ remodel markets. Founded in 1946, the company innovated and perfected the one-piece water supply valve and the flexible water supply tube.

manufacturer of plumbing products, was awarded first place in the 2014 Innovation Awards by media group Home Improvement Executive. The annual awards are selected based on interviews with retail buyers and

BrassCraft won the Gold Innovation Award, with specific recognition for its Safety+PLUS ® gas connectors. “We are honoured to have received another Innovation Award for our products,” said Jeffrey Jollay, vice president, marketing and product development at BrassCraft Manufacturing. “It is particularly meaningful for it to be specific to innovation, since that is a continual focus within our company.” Safety+PLUS gas connectors combine excess flow technology with the advanced corrosion resistance of the ProCoat ® polymer coating to provide a safer connector. When triggered, delighted to be offered the opportunity of this role at Fine Tubes, to work with a great team and be part of a fast growing global company. I was particularly attracted to the company’s excellent CSR policies and their high standards of work ethics.” Brian Mercer, the company’s sales and marketing director, added, “Leanne has the experience and the skill set we need to make a real contribution to the team and help us ensure that our procurement process is both highly competitive and continues to match the highest standards of the industry.”

BrassCraft Manufacturing – USA customerservice@brasscrafthq.com www.brasscraft.com Fine Tubes appoints procurement specialist BrassCraft’s Safety+PLUS gas connectors

Fine Tubes has headquarters and production facilities in Plymouth, UK, and sales offices in Munich, Germany; Orleans, France; New Delhi, India; and Houston, USA, as well as several agents around the world. The company manufactures both seamless and welded tubes, in a wide range of stainless steel, nickel, titanium and zirconium alloys, for critical applications in the oil and gas, nuclear and power, aerospace, chemicals and medical equipment industries.

Fine Tubes, a manufacturer and global distributor of precision tubes for critical applications, has appointed Leanne Matthews as procurement specialist. A full member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, Ms Matthews has extensive procurement experience gained with a leading lapping and polishing machine manufacturer, where she worked closely with other stakeholders to manage a lean supply chain and ‘just in time’ deliveries.

Commenting on her new appointment, Ms Matthews said, “I was absolutely Fine Tubes Ltd – UK sales@finetubes.co.uk www.finetubes.com International Tube moves to new HQ

Eli Pollack as director of East Coast sales in the company’s New York office. Mr Pollack has over 20 years of experience serving customers in the medical, diagnostic and life sciences markets. He will be responsible for serving the tri-state area as well as handling national and international accounts.

with other services. He attributes the renewed interest and revival of American goods and the surge in on-shoring of manufactured products as the catalyst for this expansion. “As American businesses begin to recognise the value of working domestically again, we are ready, willing and able to meet the increasing demand,” commented Mr Heft.

International Tube, a supplier of precision metal tubing for the medical, aerospace, industrial and electronic markets, has moved to a new 18,000ft 2 building located in Royersford, Pennsylvania, USA. The new headquarters will be used for research and development, as well as corporate offices. Lance Heft, the company’s CEO, says the move marks a new wave of growth and change for the company, including additional sales and support staff along

International Tube – USA info@internationaltube.com www.internationaltube.com

International Tube has also announced the appointment of industry veteran

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