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RETAILOBSERVER.COM SEPTEMBER 2025 22 The PVD options add an extra layer of protection against the elements, ensuring the faucet maintains its beauty year after year. For more information about California Faucets, please visit www.CaliforniaFaucets.com or call 800-822-8855. SPEED QUEEN INTRODUCES "UNLOCKED CONVENIENCE" FEATURE Speed Queen, a leader in innovative laundry solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its latest feature, "Unlocked Convenience," available on all TR3, TR5, and TR7 washer models. This advancement allows users to open the lid any time before the first spin cycle, offering flexibility and ease of use. Designed with the modern household in mind, the "Unlocked Convenience" feature addresses common frustrations by giving users the freedom to add forgotten garments or adjust loads without interrupting the wash cycle. Available September 2025, this feature is integrated into the existing TR3, TR5, and TR7 models, ensuring that consumers can experience this new level of convenience without compromising on the performance and quality they have come to expect from Speed Queen. Consumers can learn more about the "Unlocked Convenience" feature and explore Speed Queen's full range of innovative laundry solutions by visiting www.speedqueen.com or contacting their local authorized retailer. ZEPHYR ANNOUNCES NEW CANADIAN DISTRIBUTION PARTNERSHIP WITH VENMAR VENTILATION ULC Zephyr and Venmar Ventilation ULC align to elevate the standard for kitchen ventilation and home appliances in Canada Zephyr, the company that has transformed the indoor kitchen through design, discovery, and customer care, announces its new distribution partnership with Venmar Ventilation ULC, effective August 26, 2025. Venmar Ventilation ULC will serve as the exclusive Canadian distributor for Zephyr's complete product portfolio, including kitchen ventilation, wine and beverage cooling, and cooking appliances. Venmar Ventilation ULC is a key brand in the Broan-NuTone portfolio with the mission of providing better quality of air for a better quality of life. Throughout its 45-year history, Venmar Ventilation ULC has preserved its dynamic entrepreneurial culture and ranks among the leading North American manufacturers of indoor air quality products for residential use. With deep expertise in the ventilation category and a strong national footprint, the company is uniquely positioned to deliver Zephyr products to Canadian homeowners and trade professionals alike. "We are incredibly excited to partner with Venmar Ventilation ULC," said Dean Striler, Zephyr vice president of sales. "Their commitment to quality, customer service, and their deep roots in the Canadian ventilation industry make them a natural fit for Zephyr. This partnership allows us to better serve our Canadian dealers and homeowners with improved access to our complete line of products." The new agreement with Venmar Ventilation ULC marks a strategic shift for Zephyr in Canada and reflects the company's dedication to delivering exceptional products and service across North America. For more than 25 years, Zephyr has transformed the kitchen with design, discovery, and customer care, and has played an integral role in kitchen trends. The company has challenged the perception of what ventilation means in kitchen design and has created new awareness around the importance of high-performing ventilation systems. Zephyr continues its commitment to unexpected design with Presrv™ – its collection of Wine & Beverage Coolers that feature the most sought-after technological elements with eye- catching aesthetics and incomparable value. Visit www.zephyronline.com for more information about Zephyr ventilation systems. I N D U S T R Y [ N E W S ] RO

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