July 2012
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REFRIGERATION When You’re Counted On To Find A Leak, Count On The RLD15 Refrigerant Leak Detector From UEI! The RLD15 Refrigerant Leak Detector is designed and certified to meet new, tougher standards. Plus, it detects the latest refrigerants.
• Increases accuracy and reduces false alarms – Equipped with a heated sensor, this detector displays approximate leak sizes with the digital leak size indicator to help pinpoint leak sources. • Dependable – even in tough environments – The true mechanical pump draws gas over the sensor faster, providing a quick response in contaminated or even windy environments.
MFG# RLD15 WAR# 643050581
Faster, Easier, Safer And More Accurate: Smarter Refrigeration Starts With A Yellow Jacket Digital Electronic Charging Scale. •
Eliminate pesky refrigerant transfers – You can say goodbye to moving the refrigerant from the tank to the charging cylinder to the system. Instead, you can charge directly into the system right from the tank. The tank is weighed before and after charging to give you the exact amount of refrigerant used.
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Take the guesswork out of charging – A digital electronic charging scale shows the progress as it’s happening, indicating when to stop the charge. In fact, you can even program in the target charging weight and the valve will close automatically. MFG# 68802 WAR# 680068802
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Is Technology A Four-Letter Word? Depending on the school system you were brought up in, the quick answer is an obvious “no.” However, many people I talk with cringe at the word as if those four little syllables together emit some type of low-dosage venom. And I get it…really. For many years, I was “The Anti-Texter” at all the family gatherings. I’d constantly give my nieces and nephews grief. Then we’d inevitably slide into the Facebook discussion, and Uncle Todd would say, “How lame is your life if you spend three hours a day on Facebook and you actually think that qualifies as dating?” When the kids would see me coming, I’d hear in excited whispers, “Here comes Dr. TechNo!” But guess what? I’ve been on Facebook for a while. I’m also on LinkedIn, I visit YouTube, I Skype and I have actually become a fairly poor, but regular, texter. And the only reason I’ve gone down these paths is because I’ve found some type of value with them: Facebook to check on my kids, texting to talk to my kids, YouTube to make sure I’m not seeing my kids. Actually, this has helped me with customers, too, as I’ve had several “textversations” regarding quick information needs. My point really isn’t about social-mediarelated technology, but technology in general. Just like I did initially, it seems like many of our customers put up that “technology retaining wall” just because they feel they’re protecting a certain way
of life. Again, I get it. But (and this is a big but), all this technology stuff is NEVER going away, because there’s true value being realized in huge numbers. For instance, take something small, like our new eWarehouse online ordering site. There’s HUGE value in this for all our customers whose business doesn’t fall neatly between the hours of 7am and 5pm, Monday – Friday. Sound like you? Since its launch, we’ve had 30 percent more customers using the site, and a 40 percent increase in online orders…clearly, some realize the value. Just over a week ago, a customer shared this unsolicited comment, “Of the big three in our area, your eWarehouse site is by far the best!” Heck, I was happy to hear that we were included in “the big three,” and of course thrilled with eWarehouse’s top billing. So if you’re still hiding behind the e-retaining wall, take a small step forward by visiting our web site and sign up for eWarehouse. It will help you save time – the one commodity you can never get back. And perhaps it will keep your younger employees from labeling you the “Dr. TechNo” of your business.
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HVAC No Float Means Fewer Problems. The ClearVue™ Mini Eliminates Pump Failures! ClearVue Mini is the newest innovation in ductless system condensate pumps from DiversiTech. It uses Floatless Sensor™ technology in different levels in the tank to tell how high the water is and how fast the inflow is. Then, it adjusts its pump speed and lift accordingly to keep the tank clear and the system running properly.
• Tough construction that’s built to last – An aluminum housing protects the pump from physical damage and helps to contribute to the super-quiet operation of the pump. • Maximum installation flexibility – Whisper-quiet operation and small size mean you can install it almost anywhere – in and around living areas and even inside wall cassette units or in a line set cover.
MFG# CVMINI WAR# 405631389
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Nu-Brite Is The Best Of Both Worlds: A Powerful Coil Cleaner Without The Harmful Acid. Nu-Brite from Nu-Calgon is an alkaline-based cleaner that’s perfect for cleaning and brightening outdoor air-cooled condensers.
• Nu-Brite does all the work for you – Formulated with the best available foaming detergents and chelants, Nu-Brite quickly penetrates and dissolves greasy dirt and grime and foams it right out of the coil to restore equipment to peak efficiency. • With Nu-Brite, you offer your customers more than clean coils – When customers see the benefits of clean coils, you’ll be the only name they need to know.
• Save on energy costs
• Enhance reliability and service life
• Reduce costly breakdowns • Improve Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
MFG# 4291-08 WAR# 012842910
PLUMBING Drip-free Performance Always Gets The Customer’s Vote. Show customers the new Quince™ kitchen faucet from American Standard, and watch it sell itself!
• Long-lasting performance leads to more customer referrals – A ceramic disc valve cartridge ensures smooth, precise valve control and a lifetime of drip-free, maintenance-free performance. •
You’ll make a good impression as the Quince’s focus on convenience and safety impresses users – Its memory position valving allows users to turn valves on and off at preferred temperature settings without readjusting the handle position each time.
MFG# 4433.001.002 WAR# 906244332
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DSG’s Education Connection Fund Awards Five $1,000 Scholarships! DSG has awarded $1,000 scholarships to five individuals who are furthering their education in the trade industries. This year’s winners are: Adam Hoheisel – Hillman, MN Dylan Summerville – Breckenridge, MN Donovan Kristjanson – Grand Forks, ND Joshua Keller – Pierre, SD Justin Wipf – Parkston, SD
The DSG Education Connection Fund was created to help young people who wish to become electricians, plumbers, utility workers, HVAC/R technicians or other tradespeople. As we support the industries we serve, we work to promote a successful future for all of our business partners.
To find out more about the DSG Education Connection Fund, visit www.dsgfund.com today!
ELECTRICAL Customers Want More From Their Home Technology, And You Can Deliver With Leviton’s Connected Home Products. Structured wiring provides secure, reliable and fast connectivity among consumer electronics in the home, making life easier for your customers. They’ll mention you every time they show off for their friends!
Your reputation will benefit with each installation. Better wiring means better equipment performance – everybody wins! With structured wiring, signals are stronger and devices perform better, which means fewer callbacks and happier homeowners.
MFG# 47605-140 MFG# 47605-28W MFG# 47603-1G6 MFG# 47603-110 MFG# 47606-BTV MFG# 47606-BNP
WAR# 847711325 WAR# 847711322 WAR# 847712371 WAR# 847711596 WAR# 847705765 WAR# 847713415
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Recessed Lighting Is Made Easy With The P8071 From Progress Lighting – Just Push And Twist! The P8071 is a six-inch LED recessed trim light that’s a great fit for both new construction as well as remodel/retrofit applications.
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Easy “push-and twist” installation means you can move on to the next job quicker! The P8071 is equipped with both an Edison base adapter and an attached quick link, allowing easy installation in many standard incandescent cans.
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Better lighting makes you shine in your customer’s eyes! The P0871’s frosted polycarbonate lens controls the direct glare from the LEDs. Plus, the light output is comparable to that of a typical downlight lamp but uses less power, providing up to 75% energy savings.
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MFG# P8071-28/30KSTR2 WAR# 524716818
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