FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 2006

Contact:
Judy Makowski
FlowGuard GoldŽ Pipe & Fittings
(216) 447-7392

-or-

Eileen Petridis
Robert Falls & Co. Public Relations
(216)696-0229

CLEVELAND -- The makers of FlowGuard Gold^® CPVC have made available a new capabilities video that showcases the superior performance of FlowGuard Gold CPVC pipe and fittings for residential and commercial applications.

Titled “Today’s Most Advanced Plumbing System,” the video highlights the corrosion-free technology behind the product, which is backed by more than 45 years of proven superior performance over metallic systems. 

The video demonstrates how metallic systems (in the form of galvanized steel or copper) are prone to pitting and corrosion, which can lead to premature failures and costly repairs.  The FlowGuard Gold plumbing system, which is constructed of durable chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC), offers a number of advantages that make it ideal for new construction, remodeling and replacement applications:

• FlowGuard Gold CPVC pipe and fittings will never scale. This enables the system to maintain full water carrying capacity throughout its entire life, unlike many competitive systems.
• A FlowGuard Gold plumbing system maintains water quality. There is no leaching of metal or contamination of the water supply.
• The thermoplastic properties of CPVC plumbing systems additionally provide insulation to reduce condensation and “sweaty pipes” which can lead to costly drip damage to walls, structure and contents.
• These same thermoplastic properties result in a quieter operation as well. According to tests conducted by the NSF International, FlowGuard Gold CPVC systems are four times quieter than metallic systems. Not only do the systems minimize water flow noise, but they also resist water hammer (a common complaint heard by many high-end builders from their copper-using customers).
• FlowGuard Gold CPVC systems are highly energy efficient with natural insulating properties that keep hot water hotter and cold water colder than metal.

For more information on the “Today’s Most Advanced Plumbing System” FlowGuard Gold video or to request a copy, call 888-234-2436, X7393.  For more information about the innovative, high-performance FlowGuard Gold CPVC plumbing system visit www.flowguardgold.com.

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FlowGuard Gold^® is a registered trademark of The Lubrizol Corporation.

The Lubrizol Corporation (NYSE: LZ) is an innovative specialty chemical company that produces and supplies technologies that improve the quality and performance of our customers’ products in the global transportation, industrial and consumer markets. These technologies include lubricant additives for engine oils, other transportation-related fluids and industrial lubricants, as well as fuel additives for gasoline and diesel fuel. In addition, Lubrizol makes ingredients and additives for personal care products and pharmaceuticals; specialty materials, including plastics technology and performance coatings in the form of specialty resins and additives. Lubrizol’s industry-leading technologies in additives, ingredients and compounds enhance the quality, performance and value of customers’ products, while reducing their environmental impact.

With headquarters in Wickliffe, Ohio, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, owns and operates manufacturing facilities in 20 countries, as well as sales and technical offices around the world. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol has approximately 6,900 employees worldwide. Revenues for 2005 were $3.6 billion, excluding operations discontinued in 2006 that had 2005 revenues of $0.4 billion.  For more information, visit www.lubrizol.com.