Anvil International Adds New Mechanical/Industrial Specialist in Jim Roland
PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (October 31, 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 promotion of Lisa Turner to the position of Operations Excellence Manager. Anvil International is a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products Inc. (NYSE:MWA), a leading North American provider of water infrastructure products and services.
Turner has been with Anvil for 20 years, holding management positions in multiple manufacturing areas, including production, quality assurance, environment health and safety, workers’ compensation and maintenance. Turner helped lead Anvil’s Longview, Texas, plant to one million man hours without a lost time accident, an extraordinary industry milestone. Over the past year, she has spearheaded the implementation of LEAN manufacturing techniques at both the Longview plant and Anvil’s J.B. Smith facility in Houston.
“Lisa has had a truly distinguished career with Anvil. Her leadership and diligence have helped sustain a culture of manufacturing excellence,” said Van O’Keefe, general manager of Anvil’s Longview facility. “As Operations Excellence Manager, she will be able to draw on her diverse background to facilitate continuous process improvements, helping Anvil to maintain and expand its competitive advantage.”
In her new role, Turner will oversee the Quality, Environment Health &Safety, Engineering and Maintenance departments at Anvil’s Longview plant. Additionally she will lead the LEAN process and product improvement initiatives at both the Longview and Houston facilities.
A resident of Longview, Turner is active in local charities, including the March of Dimes and Toys for Tots.
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