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ANNISTON, Ala., May 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- The workforce at Lee Brass is being increased up to 30 percent as a result of the increased demand for their lead free LEE FREE product line. Lee Brass has been a leader in manufacturing lead free alloy products for over 40 years. The new federal water safety regulations, which go into effect this coming January, are driving demand for lead free water delivery system components. In order to meet that demand, Lee Brass is proactively...

The Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act requires standard leaded brass be discontinued on January 4, 2014, when the products and inventory will be non-compliant and obsolete and will not be grandfathered for continued use. Tribal Manufacturing announces its early compliance with the coming legislative change so customers are completely prepared. Marshall, Michigan (PRWEB) April 23, 2013 Michigan based, Tribal Manufacturing, announced it is fully compliant with the coming...

Four-year Study Proves Antimicrobial Copper Metal Surfaces are Capable of Saving Patient Lives NEW YORK, April 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- New research has revealed that the use of Antimicrobial Copper surfaces in hospital rooms can reduce the number of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) by 58% as compared to patients treated in Intensive Care Units with non-copper touch surfaces. In the United States, 1 out of every 20 hospital patients develops an HAI, resulting in an estimated...

ANNISTON, Ala., Feb. 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Brass and copper water lines have been used in the U.S. for the vast majority of potable water delivery systems; and with good reason. The copper in brass makes brass germicidal, or naturally antibacterial. The Environmental Protection Agency regulates the registration of antimicrobial products. After extensive antimicrobial testing according to the agency's stringent test protocols, 355 copper alloys, including brass, were found to kill...

International copper manufacturing giant Olin Brass has selected Chicago digital agency MA Interactive Group to design and develop their new website, following MA’s successful design and launch of a new website for Olin subsidiary CuVerro®, the world’s leader in antimicrobial copper touch surfaces. Northfield, IL (PRWEB) January 04, 2013 Coming on the heels of the successful launch of a new website and search engine optimization program for subsidiary company and antimicrobial...

Rocky Mountain Hardware, an artisan-quality architectural hardware company, has joined forces with CuVerro® Antimicrobial Copper to create a line of antimicrobial products that not only kills virtually all bateria on contact, but is also beautiful. The series includes door and cabinet hardware, faucets, shelving, grab bars, as well as assorted accessories and products done on a custom basis Louisville, KY (PRWEB) December 17, 2012 Since 1994, Rocky Mountain Hardware has built an...

NEW YORK, Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- A recent Harris Interactive survey on the attitudes of the American public towards healthcare acquired infections (HAIs) revealed that almost one quarter (24%) of U.S. adults or someone they know have had an infection as a result of a stay in a hospital; and that 37% are most concerned about the spread of germs and bacteria in hospitals, as compared to other public places. To view the multimedia assets associated with this release, please...

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohio Laser now offers laser cutting copper sheet and laser cutting brass sheet between .032" and .125" thick using newly acquired fiber laser cutting technology. Customers and OEMs can now cut nonferrous metals such as copper sheet and brass sheet at Ohio Laser. ISO 9001:2008 certified Ohio Laser can also fiber laser cut steel sheet metal to .5", cut stainless steel sheet to .25", and cut aluminum sheet to .1875". Gregg Simpson, President...

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI), announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 10 cents per share on its common stock. The dividend will be payable September 17, 2012, to shareholders of record on September 4, 2012. Mueller Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of copper tube and fittings; brass and copper alloy rod, bar and shapes; aluminum and brass forgings; aluminum and copper...

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI), announced today that it issued a Notice of Redemption to all the holders of its 6% Subordinated Debentures (the Debentures). The Debentures will be redeemed at par value totaling approximately $148.2 million principal and accrued interest totaling approximately $1.3 million. The redemption will occur on or about June 25, 2012. Questions relating to and requests for additional copies of the Notice of...