Anvil Announces New Seismic Bracing Product Line for the Fire Protection Industry
Portsmouth, NH., (May 16, 2011) — Anvil® International, one of the largest and most complete manufacturers of pipe fittings, pipe hangers and piping support systems in the world, announced the launch of a new line of seismic bracing products for the fire protection market. Anvil International is a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products, Inc. (NYSE:MWA), a leading North American provider of water infrastructure products and services.
Anvil’s new line of fire sprinkler seismic bracing products includes structural attachments, pipe attachments, pipe restraints and accessories. All products are UL-listed, FM approved or both.
“We understand the challenges that engineers, architects and contractors face in meeting building code requirements and we are committed to providing them with the highest quality seismic bracing solutions,” said Dean Taylor, Anvil’s Vice President, Sales and Marketing.
Fire sprinkler seismic bracing products control and restrain the movement of a sprinkler system as a result of structural motion. Anvil’s seismic product line accommodates both lateral and longitudinal support for Fire Protection systems.
Anvil also launched a free web-based solution to simplify product selection. The tool allows fire protection system designers to calculate whether or not their system meets seismic load requirements and to create product submittals.
For more information about Anvil’s fire sprinkler seismic bracing products visit http://www.anvilintl.com/Product/SeismicSwayBracing.aspx
About Anvil® International
Anvil International is the largest and most complete manufacturer of pipe fittings, pipe hangers and piping support systems in the world. For more than 150 years, Anvil has been providing the highest–quality pipe products and services with integrity and dedication to superior customer service. The company offers expertise and product solutions for a wide range of applications, from plumbing and mechanical, HVAC, industrial and fire protection to mining and oil and gas. Anvil offers products and services worldwide. Its manufacturing facilities are located in Pennsylvania (ISO–9001:2008 certified), Tennessee (ISO 9001–2000 certified), Texas (API-certified) Rhode Island (ISO 9001–2000 certified) and Ontario, Canada (ISO 9001–2000). Anvil is a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products, Inc., (NYSE: MWA). For more information, please contact Anvil’s corporate offices at 603–422–8000, 110 Corporate Drive, Suite 10, Portsmouth, NH 03801, or visit the Web site at www.anvilintl.com
About Mueller Water Products, Inc.
Mueller Water Products, Inc. manufactures and markets products and services that are used in the transmission and distribution of safe, clean drinking water and in water treatment facilities throughout North America. Our broad product portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe fittings, water meters and ductile iron pipe, which are used by municipalities, as well as the residential and non-residential construction industries. With latest 12 months net sales through December 31, 2010 of $1.3 billion, the Company is comprised of three operating segments: Mueller Co., U.S. Pipe and Anvil. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the Company employs approximately 4,800 people. The Company's common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MWA. For more information about Mueller Water Products, Inc., please visit the Company's website at www.muellerwaterproducts.com