McElroy Adds Build and Price Internet Feature

McElroy has added a build and price feature to its Web site, www.mcelroy.com. The feature enables contractors to build and price fusion machines and pipe-lining accessories, as well as choose the cylinder force desired. Information can then be sent to the distributor of choice for a quote.

Mr. Rooter Named to AllStar Franchise List

Mr. Rooter Plumbing has been named to the second annual AllBusiness AllStar Franchise list compiled by Dun & Bradstreet’s subsidiary, AllBusiness.com. The ranking lists the nation’s top 300 franchises, based on financial strength, system size, franchise unit growth rate, availability of financing, Web visibility as well as years doing business and years franchising. Mr. Rooter ranks 132 on the list.

Sewage, Wastewater Construction at Record Levels

Sewage and wastewater construction is expected to remain at historically high levels, according to FMI’s Construction Outlook: Fourth Quarter 2009 Report. The market has more than doubled in size in the past decade, from $10.1 billion in 1999 to $25.7 billion in 2009. Slow, steady growth will push the market to $32.1 billion in 2013. Driving the projections are Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the nation needs to invest $202.5 billion to update and improve wastewater systems and funding from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act that will award the EPA $4 billion to construct wastewater infrastructure. The greatest areas of need are the rehabilitation of sewer networks and wastewater treatment plant upgrades. To view the report, go to www.fminet.com/assets/FMI2009Q3Outlook.pdf.

SPIR STAR Promotes Blalock to Outside Sales Rep

SPIR STAR Ltd. has promoted Nolan Blalock to outside sales representative. He will be responsible for assisting in the development of the company’s sales strategies, promoting the SAMI Instruments high-pressure valve line and helping maximize customer satisfaction. Blalock brings several years of sales experience to his position.

Millers Win Flat Screen TV from 1-800-PLUMBER

James and Judi Miller of Tuttle, Okla., were winners of the 42-inch flat screen TV drawing from 1-800-Home Services Group Ltd. at the 2010 Pumper and Cleaner Environmental Expo in Louisville. More than 1,500 individuals participated in the drawing by completing a registration form at the Expo.