What is PMI? The Mission of PMI

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1 What is PMI? Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is the global trade association for plumbing product manufacturers. Its members produce 90% of the plumbing products used in the United States, and represent more than 150 brands. PMI serves its members as a technical resources and by facilitating advocacy, information exchange and early warning notice on critical industry issues. PMI has built strategic alliances with counterpart organizations in Canada and the United Kingdom. PMI staff regularly attends international trade shows and conferences such as CEIR (European Association for the Taps and Valves Industry), World Plumbing Council (WPC), Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA) and Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH). The association advocates for its members and the industry in regulatory and legislative matters, and is a source for industry information. PMI serves as a coordinating and decision-making body addressing industry issues. PMI staff sits on a variety of key industry committees, helping to develop and maintain codes and standards. PMI members have exclusive access to the U.S. Department of Commerce through the Industry Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC)/9 on Fair Trade Issues. PMI is active in a variety of key industry groups including: The Mission of PMI To promote the water efficiency, health, safety, quality and environmental sustainability of plumbing products while maximizing consumer choice and value in a fair and open marketplace. To provide a forum for the exchange of information and industry education. To represent openly the members' interests and advocate for sound environmental and public health policies in the regulatory/ legislative processes. Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE - charter member) National Association of Homebuilders Leading Suppliers Council National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) United States Green Building Council (USGBC) United States Water Alliance and the Value of Water Coalition To enhance the plumbing industry's growth and expansion. PMI hosts an educational website presenting the facts about critical industry issues and initiatives for policy makers, regulators, journalists and the public. PMI members benefit from the information posted for them on the pages dedicated specifically to the association. PMI also conducts forums and workshops to provide members with important insights into key issues. Membership in PMI is open to manufacturers of plumbing industry products including potable water supply system components, fixture fittings, waste fixture fittings, fixtures, flushing devices, sanitary drainage system components, and plumbing appliances. These products are marketed and sold within the United States and Canada. Allied membership opportunities are also available to accredited certifiers, suppliers, and vendors related to the plumbing industry.

2 Who is PMI? Members in 24 states with 68 U.S. locations Our members products are distributed in all 50 states, and represent more than 150 brands. American Standard Brands, Inc. Bradley Corporation BrassCraft Manufacturing Chase Brass & Copper Company ConstructConnect CSA International Delta Faucet Company Dornbracht America, Inc. Duravit USA, Inc. Fisher Manufacturing Company Fluidmaster, Inc. Franke Hansgrohe, Inc. InSinkErator International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials International Code Council - Evaluation Services Jing Mei Industrial (USA) Kohler Company Lavelle Industries LSP Products Moen Incorporated NEOPERL, Inc. NSF International Our plumbing products are sold in every state in the nation Pfister Reliance Worldwide Similor AG Sloan Valve Company Speakman Company Symmons Industries, Inc. T&S Brass & Bronze Works, Inc. TOTO USA Viega LLC Water Pik, Inc. WCM Industries, Inc. PMI Manufacturer Locations Home Improvement Stores, Distributors & Suppliers

3 PMI Believes in GREEN PMI Embraces and Actively Promotes the Efficient Use of Water PMI works closely with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as a partner in supporting and promoting the WaterSense program. PMI proactively drafted and supported legislation to promote the use of high-efficiency products in California, Texas and Colorado. PMI exchanges and promotes water-efficiency best practices through formal relationships with allied U.S. and international groups including the American Rainwater Catchment Systems Association (ARCSA), American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE), U.K.-based Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH), and U.S. Water Alliance and the Value of Water Coalition. PMI regularly hosts Water Efficiency and Sustainability Forums, inviting stakeholders and interested parties including conservation groups and utilities. PMI members proactively work to promote water efficiency and water-efficient products. Members actions speak as loudly as their words in response to humanitarian needs in places like Flint, Michigan, and through their work with Habitat for Humanity and The Storehouse of World Vision. Members in 24 states with 68 U.S. locations Our members products are distributed in all 50 states, and represent more than 150 brands. American Standard Brands, Inc. Bradley Corporation BrassCraft Manufacturing Chase Brass & Copper Company ConstructConnect CSA International Delta Faucet Company Dornbracht America, Inc. Duravit USA, Inc. Fisher Manufacturing Company Fluidmaster, Inc. Franke Hansgrohe, Inc. InSinkErator IAPMO ICC-ES Jing Mei Industrial (USA) Kohler Company Lavelle Industries LSP Products Moen Incorporated NEOPERL, Inc. NSF International Pfister Reliance Worldwide Similor AG Sloan Valve Company Speakman Company Symmons Industries, Inc. T&S Brass & Bronze Works, Inc. TOTO USA Viega LLC Water Pik, Inc. WCM Industries, Inc.

4 PMI Member International Locations Plumbing Manufacturers International (PMI) is the global trade association for plumbing product manufacturers. Its members produce plumbing products in 30 countries around the globe. PMI serves its members as a technical resource and by facilitating advocacy, information exchange and early warning notice on critical industry issues. Membership in PMI is open to manufacturers of plumbing industry products including potable water supply system components, fixture fittings, waste fixture fittings, fixtures, flushing devices, sanitary drainage system components, and plumbing appliances. These products are marketed and sold within the United States and Canada. Allied membership opportunities are also available to accredited certifiers, suppliers, and vendors related to the plumbing industry. Members in 30 countries representing more than 150 brands Australia Iraq Russia Brazil Ireland Saudi Arabia Canada Italy South Korea China Kingdom of Bahrain Spain Denmark Libya Switzerland Egypt Malaysia Thailand France Mexico Turkey Germany Morocco United Arab Emirates Hong Kong Netherlands United Kingdom India New Zealand United States of America

5 Quantifying the Value Fast Facts About the Value of PMI Membership Advocacy Dedicated government affairs consulting at federal and California levels valued at over $345,000, with ongoing tracking of federal, state, and county water conservation initiatives on behalf of membership. On average, PMI tracks, analyzes and reports on 120 state legislative issues per year affecting plumbing products, with bi-weekly updates. PMI is a member of the Ripon Society, a public policy group, that provides networking opportunities with federal elected officials and congressional staff. Industry Voice PMI members have exclusive access to U.S. Department of Commerce through the Industry Trade Advisory Committee (ITAC)/9 on Fair Trade Issues. PMI hosts an educational website presenting the facts about critical plumbing industry issues and initiatives for policymakers, regulators, water districts, journalists, water-efficiency allies, PMI members and the public. PMI provides worldwide representation on industry issues through international allied associations: World Plumbing Council (WPC), European Association for the Taps and Valves Industry (CEIR), UK-based Bathroom Manufacturers Association (BMA), and Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH). PMI is a charter member of Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE), and a member of National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), U.S. Water Alliance and the Value of Water Coalition. PMI Annual Budget for Strategic Initiatives: $1.4 million Codes and Standards Representation PMI staff sits on a variety of key industry committees and attends approximately 20 codes and standards meetings/hearings per year. PMI staff tracks an average of 81 code issues per year for the major model code-writing authorities. Knowledge Exchange PMI members receive exclusive access to information through our annual conferences, instructional workshops, Ripple Effect monthly newsletter, Inside My PMI bi-weekly e-newsletter, Members Only website content; and access to PMI Committees: Tech Talk, Outreach/Communications, Advocacy/Government Affairs and Allied Member.