ACORN ENGINEERING COMPANY manufactures durable, cost-effective, and hygienic plumbing products. As yet another innovation to their stainless steel product lineup, Acorn Engineering Co. proudly announces its High Efficiency Toilet.

These durable units meet the high-use demands of educational or commercial environments, where damage to vitreous china can be a hazard to building occupants. Stainless steel withstands greater pressure and force without cause for replacement, putting an end to the vicious cycle of vitreous. On-floor models withstand up to 5,000 pounds of force, and in-wall models with carrier withstand 1,000 pounds. The results are fewer safety risks and replacement costs, with a greater long-term savings in maintenance and repair for customers.

Replace a vitreous china fixture for the last time, and “go green” doing it! Along with all of Acorn Engineering sustainable plumbing products, stainless steel toilets are made from 80 percent recycled stainless steel; the material of choice from the company’s beginning in 1954. This stainless steel “footprint” is an eco-friendly as well as economical feature; recycled content contributes to sustainability and lasts the lifetime of the building. High Efficiency models are compatible with water-saving flush valves—no special modification required—including 1.28 gallons-per-flush High Efficiency (HET) flushometers. Water saving features contribute to point earnings in the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.

Models to meet the American Disability Act’s Standards for Accessible Design are available. In addition, Acorn Engineering Co. offers the option of Enviro-Glaze® powder coating for all of their stainless steel products, in a variety of hues including traditional white.

NOW FEATURING LED LIGHTING AND EVEN MORE RECYCLED CONTENT

NEO-METRO®, a leading design and manufacturing firm of luxury plumbing products, announces LED lighting as the newest source for illumination featured on the Ebb Concept, and available for 2010.

Neo-Metro takes the drawings from architects and designers and executes their vision for luxury bathroom furnishings from sketch to final product. The Ebb Concept, featuring industrial-gauge, recycled stainless steel, offers infinite choices to create a wide range of luxurious looks. LED lights are Neo-Metro’s latest offering for customized bath furnishings. The versatile Ebb Concept doubles as a basin and a luxurious source of light in restaurants, hotels, and nightclubs. In residential bathroom settings, its fashion justifies itself with functionality, doubling as both a designer sink and a night light. Now, the Ebb Concept is available in customized LED patterns with an option for dimming.

In addition to that, the signature solid surface resin countertop will now be cast using a more eco-responsible resin. The new material contains 5.5% rapidly renewable content and 15% post-consumer recycled content, and contributes to LEED points in cast polymer applications.

Units are available in 24-, 36-, and 55-inch models, with pedestal or wall-mounted configurations, matching mirrors, and 11 colors to choose from. Products can be designed to meet ADA requirements, and to meet all the rigors of a public bathroom. From there, Neo-Metro can customize to any size and design expectation, color-match to any hue of resin, and powder coat the steel to match any Pantone color. The Ebb Concept is just that—a concept with endless possibilities.

ABOUT NEO-METRO
NEO-METRO draws from the experience of parent company, ACORN ENGINEERING COMPANY, the renowned producer of stainless steel plumbing fixtures, to sculpt luxury bath furnishings out of 80 percent recycled stainless steel. Hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and homes experiencing the combined benefits of Neo-Metro's stainless steel fixtures: contemporary good looks, recycled content, and proven longevity and durability. For more information about Neo-Metro products, contact  HYPERLINK "mailto:info@neo-metro.com" info@neo-metro.com. Showroom and product artworks may be viewed at  HYPERLINK "www.neo-metro.com." www.neo-metro.com. Neo-Metro is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council.

NEO-METRO System M2 multiple-station wash basins offer a highly-customizable platform, for the optimal level of function, sustainability, and water savings. Units require only one plumbing connection to provide hand-washing stations with 0.5 GPM (Gallons Per Minute) faucets in multiple basin configurations, with possibilities for chic look and feel of 80% recycled stainless steel. The result: lower installation and maintenance costs. Basins are optionally outfitted with push button metering valves, sensor-activated fixtures and a Chronomite tankless electric water heater (also from Acorn Engineering) for quick, easy hand washing with minimal water use. Chronomite tankless electric water heaters deliver instant hot water on point, only when it's needed, and is integrated with System M2 design to go under the basin and out of sight, for aesthetic appeal. System M2, when combined with Chronomite tankless water heaters and sensor-activated fixtures, maximizes water savings as well as utility costs and can contribute to LEED points. ADA-certified.

Neo-Metro, a leading design and manufacturing firm of luxury plumbing products and a legacy division of Acorn Engineering, has unveiled the miniLOO, an attractive space-saving toilet. 

ABOUT THE MINILOO®
As the name implies the miniLOO is a toilet that’s tiny, green and clean. Made from recycled 80 percent recycled stainless steel, the miniLoo is designed with an in-wall dual-flush mechanism, which minimizes water wastage by allowing users to select either a 1.6 or 0.8-gallon flush, for an average of 1.2 gpf. This sleek design is mounted off the floor for easy cleaning, avoiding hard to reach areas typical seen in conventional tank toilets. The miniLOO is available in high polish or satin finish, and can be powder coated in black matte, white gloss and other custom color options. Going green has never looked so good.  The minLOO is available in both a round front (any standard toilet seat will work with the unit) and an elongated style for hospitality applications.