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In This Issue
August is Kichler Month
Hot Buys from Irritrol
Kichler Training with Ron Carter
Dog Runs Are More Fun with UltimateGrass
Get Ready for Holiday Decorating Season
Blazing Freeze Protection
Four Tips for a Successful Fall
Choose Zurn Wilkins
 
 
    
 
Greetings!

 

The hot days of summer are here. It's time to take extra care to avoid the perils of overexposure to heat.

 

Even though common ways to mitigate heat stress are well known, many firms still experience worker downtime and illness because employees don't take the precautions seriously.

 

Review these heat safety tips with your team for a better August: 

  

Schedule the toughest parts of the task during the morning hours.  Dig into the day's challenges before it gets oppressively hot.   Don't waste the cooler hours on paperwork or organizing supplies.  

Always have water available.   Be sure coolers are filled in the morning before you start the day.   Avoid excess caffeine and sugar.

Heat stress does not discriminate based on age or health. If you participate in strenuous activities outside without the proper summer heat safety measures, you need to take precautions.  Give new workers time to acclimate.

Use a buddy system.  Keep an eye on your co-workers and remind them to follow the rules. Don't leave someone alone if they show symptoms.  Here's a handout for your safety meeting. 

Be safe out there!

The REAMS Team 
August is Kichler Month at REAMS
  
Buy $1,500 in Kichler on one invoice and receive a free Nike 1/4 zip pullover

Buy $5,000 in Kichler on one invoice and receive a free 25 quart Kichler Yeti/Bison cooler

Valid from August 1-31, 2015

Valid on in stock product only, no backorders or special orders

Limited to (3) jackets per company and (1) cooler per company

Please allow 4 weeks delivery on free items

Download flyer here.

August Hot Buys from Irritrol
  
Get $20 off a case of 20 Irritrol 1" valves

Get $15 off when you buy 3 rolls of Irritrol Blue Stripe swing pipe on one invoice


Valid from August 1-31, 2015.  Valid on in stock product only.


Kichler Training with Ron Carter
  

 

Click to download flyer 
Register to join us for a LED Landscape Lighting training event with Ron Carter, the National Training Manager at Kichler Lighting.  

Whether you're new to lighting or an experienced pro, you'll benefit from Ron's helpful insights and advice.

 

Topics covered include:   fixture selection (wattages and beam spreads) Introduction to the latest in landscape lighting controls, installation and troubleshooting.

 

When: Thursday, September 10th, 9am to 4pm

 

Where:  Bass Pro Shops, Council Bluffs, Iowa

 

Receive a free LED sample fixture

 

Enter the drawing for $1,500 sample LED system or a Double Flame smokeless fire pit.

 

Lunch provided.    Download flyer here. 

 

Register with Aaron Roberts  402-896-1600 or aroberts@reams.net   Space is limited, so register early to be included and no later than September 2nd. 

 

 


Dog Runs Are More Fun with UltimateGrass 

Constructing a dog run is a great way to keep dogs active and ensure that they get enough exercise, but finding the right materials can be tricky. Gravel and dirt are uncomfortable for dogs to run on and often make for dirty paws. Natural grass is expensive to maintain and cannot easily be kept alive in inclement weather. The ideal dog run surface is soft, durable, and offers substantial drainage. Synthetic turf is the leading green alternative to natural grass, and with its 100% permeable backing, UltimateGrass is your dog run surface solution.

In addition to being pet-friendly and low-maintenance, UltimateGrass is discoloration and stain resistant, making clean-up of dog messes quick and easy. Safe, non-toxic, and chemical-free, it is also durable enough to stand up to even the most challenging of pets.

Last year, world renowned dog whisperer Cesar Millan partnered with EasyTurf, parent company of UltimateGrass, on the 10,000 sq. ft. installation of artificial grass at his Dog Psychology Center in Santa Clarita, California. It has also been installed in countless dog parks, animal shelters, animal hospitals, pet resorts, and veterinary clinics throughout North America. The experts agree that installing UltimateGrass makes dog runs cleaner, more comfortable, and more fun! 



Join us for EasyTurf UltimateGrass training seminars in September
Omaha September 9th from 3:00-5:00
Sioux City on September 10th from 9:00-1:00

Get Ready for Holiday Decorating Season with Our New Training Courses   

Whether you're new to holiday decorating or an experienced pro, you're certain to benefit from our all-new holiday decorating educational courses.

Created by leading industry experts, the three course series can orient you and your team to the best practices for a successful season.

How to Design and Plan a Holiday Decor Project - learn the fundamentals of creating an eye-catching holiday design for different types of properties and sites.  Then see how the design turns into a project quote.

Installing Holiday Decor - get time-saving tips and processes for installing lights in trees, architectural outlining, large displays and more.  Covers everything from ladder safety tips to mounting techniques.

Presenting and Selling Holiday Decorating to Clients - discover the best ways to engage potential clients in your holiday designs and close every deal.

The on-line courses are accessible 24/7 and allow you to learn at your own pace.  Do take the time to review these soon!    Click here to get started.   
 
Blazing OD1 Freeze Protection Drains    
 
Blazing Drains provide protection against surprise freezes in the fall and winter. Available in a variety of configurations for every situation. For both PVC and Poly systems. Threaded drains, main line drains, end of line drains, swing pipe drains, and our exclusive siphon drain for easy installation. Made of high impact ABS.




Special offer:  Buy a bag of OD1 drains, get $5.00 off.  
Valid through 8/31/15 
  
Four Tips for a Successful Fall     
 

The dog days of summer have arrive and it's time to think about what you're going to do to ensure a successful fall. Here are four quick tips to get you started:

  1. Review what went right and wrong in the spring. Don't make the same mistakes this fall - put a plan in place to address any recurring issues.
  2. Improve your customer communication. Great customer communication is the key to a successful business. Brainstorm ideas to improve customer communication.
  3. Get customer email addresses. Email is a great way to communicate service information quickly and effectively. Plus, it can help you market additional products and services. Tip: Offer customers a 5% discount in exchange for an email address.
  4. Invest in software. Paper processes are inefficient. Invest in software so you can do more in less time. HindSite has a great solution, and a great summer promo that can save you 50% off.  Learn more here or call 888-271-4076.

Go with the Leader:  Choose the Zurn Wilkins 720A Backflow Preventer

Proven reliability and consistent performance


Ask professionals what they like about the Zurn Wilkins 720A and you'll hear things like: 

"It's the backflow I count on for consistency.  It always works."

"It's all bronze.  Both the body and the bonnet.  The others don't have that."

"Keeping my customers safe is a top priority.  I know Zurn Wilkins has my back."   

  

The Zurn Wilkins 720A pressure vacuum breaker features inexpensive and readily available repair kits, and is offered in sizes �" - 2". Choose the Zurn Wilkins 720A for your next irrigation system installation or retrofit.


Learn more about the convenience and consistency offered by the 720A PVB on Zurn.com.