Gerber Partners With The EPA Watersense Program

Ultra Flush® line of High-Efficiency Toilets meets Water Conservation Criteria

WOODRIDGE, Ill. (January 2008) - Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC is among one of the foremost U.S. plumbing manufacturers to collaborate with WaterSense - a program established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to offer consumers water-conscious products. Joining the program in the fall of 2007, Gerber's Ultra Flush product line is newly certified as Water Sense compliant.

"We are thrilled that 16 of Gerber's toilets boast the WaterSense label and are even more pleased that the Ultra Flush 1.1 gpf HET exceeds the WaterSense criteria for water preservation," comments Kevin McJoynt, director of marketing for Gerber. "We are currently working diligently to develop more high-performance, eco-friendly products to add to the WaterSense Program offering."

Today's standard toilet uses up to 1.6 gallons of water per flush. In order to receive the WaterSense label, toilets have to be separately tested to not only use 20 percent less water (1.28 gallons per flush), but also meet minimum performance requirements.

Gerber's WaterSense approved Ultra Flush collection is available in a wide variety of configurations and is the plumbing industry's most comprehensive selection of pressure-assist toilets - offering both enhanced performance and water savings.

In 2008, Gerber is eager to establish its faucet line as WaterSense certified. It is currently in the process of being tested and certified by the EPA.

For more information on Gerber's products and services, visit www.gerberonline.com or call 630.754.0278.

About Gerber

Gerber Plumbing Fixtures LLC is a leading manufacturer of vitreous china plumbing fixtures, faucets, fittings and bathroom suites for the residential, commercial and hospitality construction markets. Gerber products are sold exclusively to the plumbing professional and are supported with Gerber's exclusive "Best-in-Class" customer service. The company is committed to sustaining the environment through resource conservation and building best practices. Gerber is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a partner in the U.S. EPA WaterSense Program.