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Snap Up Some Cash: Receive $10 for Every Bucket of SnapTap® Saddles Purchased

allison — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:02:36 +0000

February 1, 2012 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO—King Innovation® wants to reward Irrigation Contractors for using SnapTap® Saddles. King will send a $10.00 check for every bucket of SnapTap or Universal SnapTap saddles purchased. Just look inside each bucket for the rebate form!

Now available in convenient large capacity “contractor carry” buckets, SnapTap Saddles are designed with care and have a variety of contractor-friendly features. A side snap latch means visible and secure connection around the pipe. King’s patented cutting tip cleanly cuts through polyethylene pipe, rather than pushing through like competitive saddles. This allows for a tight, perfect seal every time. In addition, these saddles install quickly and easily, with the short thread tap design and ergonomic hurricane handle. Think 35% fewer tap turns and 8% less torque required for installation!

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com or at www.gorillanuts.com.

King Innovation specializes in the development, design, and manufacture of innovative products to meet customer needs. King’s wide product offering includes DryConn® Waterproof Connectors, Gorilla Nuts™ Cushion Grip Wire Connectors, Contractors’ Choice™ Connectors, SnapTap^® Saddles, AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lugs, DryConn® VisiLock™ with SmartGel™, King Drains^®, King Grips^®, Comfort Squeeze^® ergonomic hand tools, and a variety of accessories.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Marketing Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Gorilla Nuts™ Available at The Home Depot

allison — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:54:58 +0000

February 1, 2012 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO—King Innovation® is pleased to announce that Home Depot stores nationwide will carry Gorilla Nuts™ Cushion Grip Wire Connectors.

Gorilla Nuts are specifically designed with an over-molded material that creates a cusion sensation, a flexible grip, and most importantly stops hand pain due to repetitive twisting of hard wire connectors. A Torque Performance Exterior (TPE) means that Gorilla Nuts out-perform comparable wire connectors when it comes to grip and torque. The patented Gorilla Nuts design is also the first to feature Sharp Wire Technology™ combined with a dual-performing WorkSkirt™. Sharp Wire Technology means that the spring is square cut with a maximum edge for the most secure connections. The WorkSkirt not only protects over-stripped wires, but also allows Gorilla Nuts the flexibility to fit into tight spaces.

Electricians are already experiencing the benefits of switching to Gorilla Nuts; why not use the only connector on the market proven to stop hand pain? Home Depot locations across the country are stocking up every day. Contact your local Home Depot store for availability.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com or at www.gorillanuts.com.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Marketing Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Black Cable Ties Added to Accessories Offering

allison — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:46:00 +0000

February 1, 2012 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO—King Innovation® has added UV resistant black cable ties to their accessories line in a variety of sizes.

Easy to use, these self-locking cable ties are perfect for landscape lighting on decks or trees, home, electrical, or any fastening needs. They feature a low profile head in an effort to conserve space, as well as smooth rounded edges for maximum comfort. These black cable ties will not cut your hands, or your insulation. In addition, black cable ties from King Innovation are UV Resistant, allowing them to outlast other brands when it comes to long term performance.

King’s black cable ties are available in five different sizes, 8”, 11”, 14”, 18” and 24”. The 8” size is available with or without a screw mount head, and a 1” x 1” adhesive black cable mount is also available.

Black cable ties from King Innovation come as an addition to an already extensive line of accessories including tote trays, tape, anchor kits, storage buckets, and staples. For more information on the King accessories line, please visit our website at www.kinginnovation.com.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Marketing Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Introducing Same Day Shipping!

allison — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 22:32:05 +0000

November 21, 2011 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO -King Innovation, home of the “24-hour turnaround,” is now shipping all orders on the same day they are placed.

Twenty-four hours just wasn’t fast enough! Effective immediately, orders received in house by 3:00pm Central Standard Time will be processed, packed and shipped on the same day! This new program from King is part of a greater initiative to provide our customers with improved service. This year we implemented the Shipment Notification emails, and added American Express credit cards as an accepted payment method. We now handle orders from receipt to shipment quicker than ever!

Customer Service Manager Deb Albrecht comments, “I am thrilled that we are able to add same-day shipping to the list of ways we go above and beyond to make our customers “Raving Fans!” Our entire organization is dedicated to making this happen for 100% of orders.” We are very close to that number already; currently King’s on-time delivery status runs over 99% on time.

For questions regarding our new same-day shipping policy, please contact King Innovation Customer Service via email at customerservice@kinginnovation.com or via phone at (800) 633-0232.

King Innovation specializes in the development, design, and manufacture of innovative products to meet customer needs. King’s wide product offering includes DryConn® Waterproof Connectors, Gorilla Nuts™ Cushion Grip Wire Connectors, Contractors’ Choice™ Connectors, SnapTap^® Saddles, AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lugs, DryConn^® VisiLock^® with SmartGel^®, King Drains^®, King Grips^®, Comfort Squeeze^® ergonomic hand tools, and a variety of accessories.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) Releases Updated Publication, Includes AlumiConn®

allison — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:56:00 +0000

June 29, 2011 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO – King Innovation’s AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lug has been included in the latest version of the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) Publication No. 516 as an approved long term-repair method for aluminum wiring.

In April of this year, members of the Commission decided in a unanimous vote that the AlumiConn lug would be added to their list of products approved for aluminum wiring repairs. AlumiConn meets the agency’s standards in preventing fire hazards caused by Aluminum wiring. Now, the updated version of the CPSC Publication No. 516 has been released, and includes the approval of King Innovation’s AlumiConn connector. To view a copy of the updated publication, click here.

One thing that sets the AlumiConn lug apart from other aluminum wiring repair methods such as crimping and complete re-wire is cost. AlumiConn is by far the most cost effective solution approved by the CPSC. As a result, AlumiConn continues to be the preferred method of repair by Electricians and homeowners alike.

Manufactured in O’Fallon, MO by King Innovation, AlumiConn is a lug style wire connector designed as a permanent repair for aluminum wiring in homes and commercial buildings. As an aluminum wire is inserted into the AlumiConn lug, it is coated with a thin layer of silicone grease to provide resistance from oxidation. When the set screw is tightened down it compresses the surface of the wire, which breaks up any surface oxides and provides a secure mechanical connection. In addition, the AlumiConn connector itself is constructed using tin plated aluminum, which relieves any issues related to dissimilar metals. AlumiConn is UL Listed to meet US and Canadian specifications, declared dependable and economical by independent tests, and now approved by the CPSC.

For more information on AlumiConn, click here.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) Approves AlumiConn®

allison — Wed, 18 May 2011 23:05:41 +0000

April 14, 2011 – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO – King Innovation’s AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lug has been approved by the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) as a long-term repair method for aluminum wiring.

In a unanimous vote, members of the Commission decided that the AlumiConn lug will be added to their list of products approved for aluminum wiring repairs. AlumiConn meets the agency’s standards to prevent the fire hazard caused by Aluminum wiring. The CPSC Publication No. 516 will be updated to reflect this approval of the AlumiConn connector. To read the official CPSC report, click here. King’s AlumiConn connector has also recently been acknowledged by Citizens Property Insurance Corporation as an approved aluminum wire repair method.

Manufactured in O’Fallon, MO by King Innovation, AlumiConn is a lug style wire connector designed as a permanent repair for aluminum wiring in homes and commercial buildings. An affordable option for aluminum wiring repair, AlumiConn is often preferred to other methods by Electricians and homeowners. As an aluminum wire is inserted into the AlumiConn lug, it is coated with a thin layer of silicone grease to provide resistance from oxidation. When the set screw is tightened down it compresses the surface of the wire, which breaks up any surface oxides and provides a secure mechanical connection. In addition, the AlumiConn connector itself is constructed using tin plated aluminum, which relieves any issues related to dissimilar metals. AlumiConn is UL Listed to meet US and Canadian specifications, declared dependable and economical by independent tests, and now approved by the CPSC.

For more information on AlumiConn, click here.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

King Innovation specializes in the development, design, and manufacture of innovative products to meet customer needs. King’s wide product offering includes DryConn® Waterproof Connectors, Gorilla Nuts™ Cushion Grip Wire Connectors, Contractors’ Choice™ Connectors, SnapTap® Saddles, AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lugs, DryConn® VisiLock® with SmartGel®, King Drains^®, King Grips^®, Comfort Squeeze® ergonomic hand tools, and a variety of accessories.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Know the Code White Paper Now Available

allison — Tue, 17 May 2011 14:06:02 +0000

May 16, 2011-FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO – King Innovation® has released a FREE informational white paper to help educate Electricians, Distributors and Electrical Inspectors of changes in the National Electric Code. Specifically, this “Know the Code” document instructs industry professionals on how to remain within the code requirements when working in wet and damp locations. Find it HERE.

The free “Know the Code” document provides a solid answer to the question “what is a wet location” and “what should I do when I come across a damp location.” It ensures that professionals who follow the 2008 and 2011 code will have all the information and tools they need to pass inspection. For example, the NEC outlines a damp location as an exterior location that is only partially protected, or an interior location that is subject to moderate degrees of moisture. King Innovation’s “Know the Code” clarifies that, by code, a wet location is any location that is underground, in concrete slabs, unprotected, exposed to weather, etc.

Through extensive research into the 2008 and 2011 NEC Handbook, it has been determined that when making a splice in a wet or damp location it is not suggested but required that a UL 486D Listed splicing method be used. The goal of “Know the Code” is to provide information to the industry, keeping professionals informed of all requirements in order to reduce the risk of electric shock, corrosion, and product failures. Knowing and following these requirements helps keep employees safe on the job.

This paper is a simple document that is easy to read, but the valuable information contained could save hours of labor fixing an incorrect or failed job! It’s something that no electrical industry professional should be without. CLICK HERE to download your free copy today.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities. For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

AlumiConn® Named Approved Pigtail Method by Florida State Property Insurance Company

allison — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 16:47:44 +0000

April 11, 2011-FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MO—Announced this week, state regulated private insurance companies in Northwestern Florida are refusing insurance to homeowners who have aluminum wiring. Rather than force homeowners into a total re-wire which could cost up to twenty thousand dollars, the state-owned Citizens Property Insurance Corp. has approved two types of electrical connectors: AlumiConn® and Copalum.

Several homes in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties built between 1965 and 1973 were constructed using aluminum wire, before the dangers of doing so were realized. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, homes wired with old technology aluminum wire are fifty five times more likely to have one or more connections reach Fire Hazard Conditions, hence the concern of the local insurance companies.

AlumiConn, manufactured in O’Fallon, Missouri by King Innovation® is a lug style wire connector designed as a permanent repair for aluminum wiring in homes and commercial buildings. As an aluminum wire is inserted into the AlumiConn lug, it is coated with a thin layer of silicone grease to provide resistance from oxidation. When the set screw is tightened down it compresses the surface of the wire, which breaks up any surface oxides and provides a secure mechanical connection. In addition, the AlumiConn connector itself is constructed using tin plated aluminum, which relieves any issues related to dissimilar metals. UL Listed, CSA approved, and declared a dependable and economical solution by independent tests, AlumiConn is the solution Florida homeowners need to maintain not only their insurance, but their safety.

For more information about the dangers of Aluminum wiring and how pig tailing can help, click here.

To read more about the changing insurance company policies in Florida, click here.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

King Innovation specializes in the development, design, and manufacture of innovative products to meet customer needs. King’s wide product offering includes DryConn® Waterproof Connectors, Gorilla Nuts™ Cushion Grip Wire Connectors, Contractors’ Choice™ Connectors, SnapTap® Saddles, AlumiConn® Aluminum to Copper Lugs, DryConn® VisiLock™ with SmartGel™, King Drains®, King Grips®, Comfort Squeeze® ergonomic hand tools, and a variety of accessories.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

Trusted DryConn® Line Expands to Include Two New Strain Relief Wire Connectors

allison — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 23:05:56 +0000

November 1, 2010–FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MISSOURI – King Innovation’s DryConn® original waterproof product line has expanded, with the addition of two new direct bury silicone filled tubes with snap fit strain relief lids—the DBT-600 and the DBR/Y-600.

The DBT-600 is a two part system, including a silicone filled tube and a tan wing connector. The DBR/Y-600 takes wire connections one step further, with a silicone filled tube and one of King Innovation’s Gorilla Nuts™ cushion grip connectors, which allows for a comfortable, tight grip when torquing down splices. Both new connectors feature a patent pending snap-fit lid design for maximum strain relief on splices. The tube is filled with a dielectric silicone sealant, making the DBT-600 and the DBR/Y-600 UL486D listed for both waterproofing and direct bury.

King Innovation’s Marketing Manager Kevin Taylor remarks, “It’s rewarding to develop innovative, problem solving solutions for our customers. Now, our latest innovation Gorilla Nuts and our Tan Wing Connector provide Contractors with an outstanding product that delivers the performance and value they expect.”

New DBT-600 and DBR/Y-600 are for use in outdoor applications such as low voltage lighting and two-wire decoder systems as well as Residential, Commercial, and Golf Course applications. Wire range is #22 – #8 AWG. Connectors will be available to ship in December, 2010.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com

King’s Cutters Just Got Bigger

allison — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 14:02:10 +0000

November 1, 2010–FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

O’FALLON, MISSOURI – King Innovation’s extensive line of tools is expanding again, with the addition of our largest Ratchet Cutter yet, designed to easily slice through 2” pipe.

This Ratchet Cutter is powerful, with a stainless steel blade that effortlessly slices all the way through for a smooth, precise cut the first time. King Innovation’s Ratchet Cutter cuts right through a variety of pipe, up to 2” SCH40 or Class PVC Pipe, Yellow (PE) Gas Pipe, and poly (PE) pipe or rubber hose.

An ergonomic comfort squeeze handle makes King’s 2” Ratchet Cutter easy on Contractors’ hands, while a durable cast aluminum body ensures this cutter will remain strong, even after heavy use. Replacement blades are available and easy to change, so rest assured that you will never get stuck with a dull blade again; King Innovation’s 2” Ratchet Cutter is built to last.

For specification sheets, free sample requests, high resolution images, or to contact a representative, please visit us online at www.kinginnovation.com.

Located outside St. Louis in O’Fallon, Missouri, the King Innovation headquarters houses its R & D laboratories, manufacturing and office facilities.

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For More Information Contact:
Allison Rezabek
Customer Relations Coordinator
636.519.5455
arezabek@kinginnovation.com