Morton Grove, Ill. — Sept. 30, 2014 — Rule and Jabsco brand product lines, including the launch of the LoPro Series Bilge Pump, will be among the featured products from Xylem Inc. at the 2014 International Boatbuilders Exhibition and Conference (IBEX), Sept. 30-Oct. 2 in Tampa, Florida.
Experts from Xylem, a leading global water technology company focused on addressing the world’s most challenging water issues, will be available during the show at booth #1423 to discuss customer success stories and product highlights from the two Xylem brands.
“As the boating industry evolves, our customers are looking for products that are moving forward with the industry,” said Steve Tilders, Global Director of Sales, Marine & RV, Xylem. “Our Rule and Jabsco product lines serve a wide range of marine vessels, from pleasure craft and recreational boats to commercial fishing boats, giving our customers the solutions they’re seeking.”
Xylem’s Jabsco brand is a worldwide leading manufacturer of products for the marine market, including water systems, engine cooling pumps, searchlights and waste systems. Jabsco also offers industrial pumps for hygienic applications, fluid transfer in chemical processing, laboratory, paint processing, plating and construction.
Xylem’s Rule brand, a leader in submersible bilge and utility pumps for the recreational and small commercial boat markets, will highlight the launch of the LoPro Series Bilge Pump. With 180 degree rotation capabilities, multiple ports and horizontal or vertical mounting options, the LoPro offers maximum customizability for any boat footprint.
Other featured Rule and Jabsco products at IBEX 2014 include:
Submersible bilge pumps and switches – The industry’s leading brand features a full range of automatic and standard bilge pumps and switches
Livewell / Baitwell systems – Quality live bait tank / livewell tank aeration systems are crucial for keeping bait fish healthy.
Water pressure and washdown pumps – The weapon of choice for fish box scaling and anchor chain cleaning, these products are ideal for the harshest marine environments. Water pressure pumps provide fresh water to all points on board.
Toilets and waste systems – Electric toilets feature dual function pumps to eliminate need for hand pumps and dry bowl valves.
Flexible impeller pumps – Crafted from marine-quality bronze and stainless steel for ruggedness and reliability, these pumps tolerate abrasive environments.
Ventilation blowers – Radial flow blowers are built with a tough reinforced plastic housing and rotor for maximum corrosion resistance. Radial design and a one-piece balanced rotor provide efficient and quiet operation. These blowers provide efficient engine ventilation by removing fumes from the engine compartments of gasoline-powered boats prior to start-up.
Searchlights and floodlights – This range of products include value-priced plastic range and higher-end chrome models.
IBEX brings together nearly 5,000 professionals from more than 50 countries to discuss the latest trends and products in the marine industry.
To learn more about Xylem Rule and Jabsco brand products, visit booth #1423 at IBEX 2014, or visit the website: http://www.xylemflowcontrol.com.
For training and troubleshooting videos, please visit the Jabsco Tech website here: http://jabscotech.com/.
About Xylem
Xylem (XYL) is a leading global water technology provider, enabling customers to transport, treat, test and efficiently use water in public utility, residential and commercial building services, industrial and agricultural settings. The company does business in more than 150 countries through a number of market-leading product brands, and its people bring broad applications expertise with a strong focus on finding local solutions to the world’s most challenging water and wastewater problems. Xylem is headquartered in Rye Brook, N.Y., with 2013 revenues of $3.8 billion and more than 12,500 employees worldwide. Xylem was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the last two years for advancing sustainable business practices and solutions worldwide.
The name Xylem is derived from classical Greek and is the tissue that transports water in plants, highlighting the engineering efficiency of our water-centric business by linking it with the best water transportation of all – that which occurs in nature. For more information, please visit us at www.xyleminc.com.
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