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Faster, Easier, Safer And More Accurate: Smarter Refrigeration Starts With A Yellow Jacket Digital Electronic Charging Scale.• Eliminate pesky refrigerant transfers–Youcansaygoodbyetomovingthe refrigerantfromthetanktothechargingcylindertothesystem.Instead,youcan chargedirectlyintothesystemrightfromthetank.Thetankisweighedbefore andafterchargingtogiveyoutheexactamountof refrigerantused.

• Take the guesswork out of charging–Adigitalelectronicchargingscale showstheprogressasit’shappening,indicatingwhentostopthecharge.In fact,youcanevenprograminthetargetchargingweightandthevalvewill closeautomatically.

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–Equippedwith aheatedsensor,thisdetectordisplaysapproximateleaksizeswith thedigitalleaksizeindicatortohelppinpointleaksources.

• Dependable – even in tough environments–Thetrue mechanicalpumpdrawsgasoverthesensorfaster,providing aquickresponseincontaminatedorevenwindyenvironments.

MFG# RLD15WAR# 643050581

MFG# 68802WAR# 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-media- related 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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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-lastingperformanceleadstomorecustomerreferrals– A ceramic disc valve cartridge ensures smooth, precise valve control and a lifetime of drip-free, maintenance-free performance.

• You’llmakeagoodimpressionastheQuince’sfocus onconvenienceandsafetyimpressesusers– Its memory position valving allows users to turn valves on and off at preferred temperature settings without readjusting the handle position each time.

MFG# CVMINIWAR# 405631389

MFG# 4291-08WAR# 012842910

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.

• Toughconstructionthat’sbuilttolast – An aluminum housing protects the pump from physical damage and helps to contribute to the super-quiet operation of the pump.

• Maximuminstallationflexibility – 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. PRODUCT!

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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-Britedoesalltheworkforyou – Formulated with the best available foaming detergents and chelants, Nu-Brite quickly penetrates and dissolves greasy dirt and grimeandfoamsitrightoutof thecoiltorestoreequipmenttopeakefficiency.

• WithNu-Brite,youofferyourcustomersmorethancleancoils – When customers seethebenefitsof cleancoils,you’llbetheonlynametheyneedtoknow.

• Saveonenergycosts • Reducecostlybreakdowns

•Enhancereliabilityandservicelife • ImproveIndoorAirQuality(IAQ)

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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, MNDylan Summerville – Breckenridge, MNDonovan Kristjanson – Grand Forks, NDJoshua Keller – Pierre, SDJustin 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.

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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. PRODUCT!

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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.

• 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.

• 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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