Dakota Supply Group - February 2013 Spotlight

February 2013

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ELECTRICAL Roof Topper ™ From Arlington: Durable Conduit Support, Superior Roof Protection.

Roof Topper provides reliable support for conduit, cable tray and more.

• Meets NEC requirements!

Roof Topper raises 5 5/8 inches (or more!) off of the roof

surface to meet the requirements of the 2011 NEC for temperature adjustment for circular conduit.

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Installs easily!

Roof Topper’s base sits on the roof deck without the need to attach it to the roof surface with mechanical fasteners.

Plus, it stands tough even in extreme roof conditions.

WATERWORKS SS1 Repair Clamps And 306 Service Saddles From Romac Resist Corrosion To Stand The Test Of Time!

Better construction means lasting performance!

• Made with 100 percent stainless steel to eliminate corrosion from dissimilar metals and soil.

• Chemically treated to create a corrosion-resistant coating for extra protection.

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How The West Was Won I just got back from a trip to Williston, North Dakota. You know, the North Dakota “boomtown” that seems to be featured on the national news every week? We even featured it ourselves in an issue of our own Connections magazine.

When I was just getting my start at DSG, I worked in our Williston location. Back then it was still a sleepy little western town that had sort of an “oil hangover” from its first brush with the petroleum industry. That was a long time ago, but I still cannot believe how much things have changed. I’ve never been around an economy that has grown so fast – and still continues to grow!

If you believe the news reports, you might think that Williston in 2013 looks like the wild wild west, with outlaws and saloon girls and barroom brawls spilling out into the streets. Don’t get me wrong, oil from the Bakken Formation has come with its share of issues. But it has also come with huge opportunities.

In fact, the most prevailing challenges in Williston have their roots in infrastructure.

For example, traffic around Williston ranges from congested to scary. The city just wasn’t built to handle the number of vehicles that it sees today, especially when so many of them are the large trucks associated with the oil industry. But here’s the good news: Western North Dakota is filled with smart, hardworking people, and they’re putting their newfound resources to good use. In Williston, improvements aren’t just being made to roads; they’re being made to housing, healthcare and schools.

From Williston to Dickinson, from Minot to Montana, oil is energizing a rebirth in many communities that spent the last 30 years struggling to find their place. It’s exciting, and I’m proud that DSG is part of this growth. Specifically, our teams in Minot, Bismarck and Williston have stepped up to meet the challenges that come from a booming economy. There have been times when parts and materials have been hard to come by, when service was necessary far beyond a 40-hour work week, when innovative thinking saved the day.

These are the times that our customers value DSG the most, and the times that make me so happy to be part of this company. Our employee-owners at these locations go above and beyond the call of duty every day, and I can’t thank them enough.

Finally, I’m excited to announce that DSG will open a branch in Dickinson, North Dakota, in 2013. This new location will make construction in that part of the world a lot more practical.

Beyond that? Well, nobody is certain what the future holds for Western North Dakota, but I’m glad that DSG is able to have a positive impact on the communities we serve.

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METERING TECHNOLOGY DSG & GE: Making Electrical Metering More Productive!

From metering the simplest energy rate to collecting critical quality of service and load analysis information, GE meters are helping utilities of all sizes to: • Get more done without adding staff • Reduce energy costs • Improve efficiency • Ensure accurate billing • Reduce inventory

COMMUNICATIONS Tradesman Pro™ Organizers From Klein Tools: An Organized Crew Is A More Productive Crew!

Klein Tools knows what it takes to work in the communications industry, and the Tradesman Pro™ proves it!

• Tons of tool storage means your crew can get right to work – The Tradesman Pro includes 39 pockets.

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Made especially for trade professionals to fit all the gear they need – Its wide opening fits power drills, meters, flashlights and more. Plus, a large front pocket easily fits fish tapes.

• Stands up to tough job sites so it can go just about anywhere – A rugged, durable bottom protects your tools from the elements.

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Sometimes Your Business Just Needs A Little More Octane Give your business a boost and become more profitable in just three days – guaranteed – with DSG’s P4 Learning Labs.

There’s still time to sign up for one of these upcoming training sessions: •

Sioux Falls, SD

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Fargo, ND

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February 19–21 •

March 5–7

Eagan, MN

March 19–21

Wisconsin Dells, WI

April 22–24

Learn how to register, plus hear how real-life contractors and businesspeople have put the lessons from P4 Learning Lab into action by visiting www. dakotasupplygroup.com/p4-learning-labs.

HVAC Introduce Customers To Evergreen Motors And Get Two Thumbs Up For Improved Air Quality And Reduced Energy Costs!

The Evergreen Motor from Genteq is an ECM (electronically commutated motor) that is ideal for replacing outdated PSC (permanent split capacitor) heating and cooling motors in people’s homes.

• Helps indoor air quality – Evergreen motors continually circulate conditioned air throughout the living space, helping to prevent temperature swings and draftiness in the home.

• Minimizes energy costs – ECM technology allows Evergreen motors to use 30 to 50 percent less electricity than a single-stage motor, instantly upgrading the efficiency of a home’s central heating and cooling system.

AUTOMATION Longer-Lasting Motors And Less Maintenance With The Enclosed Altistart 22 Soft Start Motor Controller.

The Enclosed Altistart 22 combination motor controller merges integrated bypass and control components to improve a machine’s performance, efficiency, reliability and even life expectancy.

• Minimize wiring time!

With six terminals instead of 12, the Altistart 22 is quick to install.

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Set up and operate with ease!

The Altistart 22 features an integrated display terminal that allows you to change both the programming and the monitoring parameters in order to adapt and customize the application.

DidYou Know?

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PLUMBING Choosing & Using The Proper Solvent Cement Just Got Easier Thanks To A New App From Oatey!

The Solvent Cement Selector App from Oatey is a free app for iPhones and iPads that helps busy plumbing professionals access solvent cement product information, SDS information and how-to videos wherever you are.

• Easily browse detailed information about Oatey’s 26 varieties of solvent cements, cleaners and primers.

• Use the Help Me Choose button to assist in product selection by pipe type, pipe diameter and temperature range.

• View and download Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and a “How-To Solvent Weld” video.

Find the Oatey Solvent Cement Selector app on the DSG Portal at www.dakotasupplygroup.com/portal or in the iTunes® App Store.

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