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The Canadian economy turned in what economists termed a “breathtaking and spectacular performance” in August. This is the backdrop for the first annual ISH North America, the international trade show for the kitchen and bath, plumbing, piping, heating, hydronics and air conditioning industry. More than 18,000 visitors from 20 countries will be in Toronto next month for ISH North America.

And, what better place could there be for ABS pumps than a water park? Currently there are over 40 ABS pumps installed in Ontario Place for powering waterfalls, recirculating water in rides, and handling waste from kitchens and bathrooms.

Barnes Pumps Inc. is announcing its new SP33 (1/3 hp) and SP50 (1/2 hp) sump pumps. With their rugged heavy-duty design, these pumps outperform most competitive models.

Cost of operation is one of the biggest concerns contractors have regarding their equipment. Thompson Pump has the solution with a new line of Piston Wellpoint pumps (PW).

Versatility is an important factor when considering the best equipment for a jobsite or a rental fleet, especially when it comes to pumps. A pump that can handle more than one application can save time and money. One of Thompson Pump’s most versatile units is its portable Vacuum Wellpoint pump (VW), with the vacuum-assisted priming system.

The Gorman-Rupp Company (AMEX:GRC)announced that financial results for the second quarter and first six months of 2002 reflect slowed economic conditions in the capital goods and industrial sectors.

The Gorman-Rupp Company is pleased to announce the formation of an exclusive alliance with the Portland, Oregon based Cornell Pump Company for the distribution of the “Redi-Prime®” pump line.

SCHOPFHEIM, Germany (August 29, 2002) — Thomas Industries Inc. (NYSE: TII) and Werner Rietschle GmbH + Co. KG – two of the world’s leading manufacturers of precision-engineered pumps and compressors – today completed a transaction that combines the companies into a powerful global entity with complementary products and expanded manufacturing and marketing capabilities. In 2001, Rietschle had sales of €155 million (approximately $151 million) and Thomas had sales of $184 million.

Australia ‘s first membrane bio-reactor wastewater treatment plant, on Magnetic Island in Queensland, has been praised by environmentalists concerned about the well being of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, and has attracted significant local government interest.

An interesting bridge rehabilitation project in Vienna was successfully run with WOMA’s high-pressure pump type 6001. The carrier frame of the reinforced concrete bridge needed an extension. It was, therefore, required to expose part of the steel reinforcement of the edge beam.