PRODUCT BRIEFS tell them you saw it in iQ Power Tools promotes Paul Guth to president – iQ Power Tools, manufacturer of premium power tools with integrat- ed dust collection technology, has announced the pro- motion of Paul Guth to president. For over 15 years, Guth has been the Vice President of Product Development at iQ Power Tools. A third-generation mason by trade, Guth brings over 30 years’ experience as a general, masonry, concrete and tile contractor, provid- ing major contractor insight to all of iQ Power Tools’ designs. He is also a lead designer and inventor, holding 10 patents and numerous inventions that are patent-pending. Guth will spearhead the path to expand iQ Power Tools beyond North America to the global con- struction markets starting in Europe, Australia, and eventually, the world. https://bit.ly/2H5eVI5 Armaly Sponge Company acquires Acme Sponge Company – Armaly Sponge Company – home to the Brillo brand, a global leader in con- sumer household cleaning products, and Armaly ProPlus brand, announced recently it has acquired Acme Sponge Company, based in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Acme is the #1 distributor of natural sponges globally and in the United States. The acquisition positions Armaly Sponge Company as the #1 global distributor of natural sponges. The acquisition will increase Armaly Sponge Company’s market share in the natural sponge segment and provide new distribution oppor- tunities and logistical efficiencies with retailers. This transaction also provides an additional global growth platform for other Armaly branded products while maintain- ing best in class quality, value and standards. https://bit.ly/2FoSScW PRODUCT BRIEFS –––––––––––– Nemo Tile + Stone unveils the Fusion glass mosaic collec- tion. This versa- tile glass mosaic collection is available in four textural patterns: piccolo, hexa- gon, penny, and tweed. The pic- colo, hexagon, and penny patterns appear in a varying gloss and matte finish mix, providing depth, sheen, and an illusion of a 3D mosaic. The tweed pattern (pictured) makes its own unique statement in a chic, matte finish. https://bit.ly/2FoSScW The Belknap White Group (BWG), is now distributing the Astral Plane Porcelain Tile Collection by Crossville, Inc. This Paul Guth