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NIBCO INC. has announced the promotion of Lisa Lyon to Webstone general manager, with responsibility for overseeing all aspects of operations for the Webstone business unit of NIBCO. “Lisa has been instrumental in aggressively expanding the Webstone product portfolio since NIBCO acquired the company,” said Ashley Martin, president and COO, NIBCO. “She demonstrates great passion and knowledge for the industry, and we are confident that she will meet and exceed the goals established for Webstone’s continued growth.” Prior roles of Lyon Lyon was named as a co-inventor on Webstone patents and founded brand’s Council in 2018 Bringing more than 18 years of industry experience to the position, Lyon has been named as a co-inventor on multiple Webstone patents and she founded the brand’s Customer Council in 2018 to facilitate ongoing direct connection between Webstone’s product development team and the trades. “The NIBCO vision for the Webstone brand is very clear—to continue our focus on engineering innovative labour-saving installation solutions for the plumbing and heating professional,” said Lyon. “I am honoured to have the opportunity to lead the team to carry forward with these goals.” Lyon holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and an MBA from Clark University Worcester, Massachusetts.

NIBCO Inc. expands its line of carbon steel fittings to bring more press options for plumbing and mechanical carbon steel pipe applications and fuel and gas carbon steel pipe applications. The BenchPress and BenchPressG fittings are designed for efficiency, with easy, clean, and fast installation, for a wider range of applications. The line features a patented fitting design that creates consistent joints, is flame-free and environmentally friendly. BenchPressG fittings “This expansion increases our SKU count, allowing our customers to have more options when it comes to plumbing, mechanical, fuel and gas applications,” said Marilyn Morgan, Senior Product Manager - Metal Fittings, NIBCO, adding “These heavy-duty fittings feature stainless steel grip rings and separator rings to ensure premium performance.” Available in 1/2" to 2" sizes, the BenchPress and BenchPressG fittings can be installed within seconds and require no threading equipment and lubricants, while maintaining joint integrity and professional appearance.