May 2014
Get the products you need fast. And then get back to work!
Our friendly, responsive team is here to make getting supplies a hassle-free experience.
It's a busy time of year. We're doing all we can to make sure you stay productive. Let us know what we can do to help you be more successful.
Don't Miss Our Stock-Up Special on Rain Bird 5004 Rotors.
A great value for yourupcoming jobs! Details below.
MPR Supply Hardscape Education Seminars
Join us for informative seminars for professionals. These are "must attend" events to orient you to this important service offering.
Seminar #1: Building Paver Patios and Sidewalks
Thanks to all who attended this in April. If you would like to see us repeat this event, please share your feedback.
Seminar #2: When Retaining Walls Fail: How and Why
When: Wednesday, May 21st 2014
Time: 3:00-5:00 PM
Events are held at MPR Supply's Training Room
2541 Link Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63114
Rain Bird 5004 Rotors
During the month of May, you'll receive:
50 cents off on 5004 and 5004 Plus rotors
75 cents off on 5004SAM, 5004PRS or 5004SAMPRS rotors.
Take advantage of this deal to stock up on rotors for upcoming jobs and service visits.
To receive the rotor discounts, please purchase a minimum of one case on each order.
Upgrade to Decorative Grates for Just a Little More Than Standard Grates
Switch to decorative grates for around the same price as standard grates!
- The new NDS DecorativePlastic Grates are available in a variety of colors and 2 different patterns. Check out the landing page here
- Check out the Interactive Grate Showroom to see applications
- The flow rates are greater than 14% and the channelgrates are ADA compliant.
- Metal grates are also available at a significant discount from other metalgrate options on the market. Check out the landing pagehere
- Homeowners are interested in a plastic decorative grateand will pay a small premium to have that option installed.
- Check out the installation video and a quick information video from the NDS civil engineer, Ryan Larsen.
NDS Youtube Channel for videos
What do BioFalls® Filters, skimmers, pumps, plumbing, liner, and lights have in common? They are all parts that make up apond and they fit and function together to work in harmony.
Aquascape pond kits package the components together in a convenient, all-in-one box that takes the guesswork out of trying to assemble the components separately. Our simple Small, Medium, and Large kit options make it easy to select the right size kit for your needs.
In addition, our prepackaged kits save you an additional 20% compared to buying all components separately, making Aquascapepond kits the most cost-effective way to buy your Pond and Pondless® Waterfall products.
To see how easy it is to install a low-maintenance pond using anAquascape pond kit, click here to watch our pond kit installation video.
Make PVC Repairs Without Glue
LASCO Fittings Inc. now has a quick and simple solution for your irrigation needs - PushFittings for use with Schedule 40, Class 200 / SDR-21 or IPS Flex Pipe pipe.
- No Primer or GlueRequired.
- No VOCs.
- Simply clean and de-burr the pipe and push on.
- Can install wet, no need to empty water out of trenches.
- Once installed, the fitting will rotate to easily line up tees and elbows.
- Can be pressurized immediately - no need to wait.
- Stainless Steel Retainer Ring for a permanent installation.
- Max. working pressure: 140 psi.
K-Rain's Straight-Through Valve Handles Dirty Water with Ease
The K-Rain Pro-100 valve's straight-through flow path reduces friction loss and eliminates trapped debris.
No more opening valves that don't flush clean! Pebbles, wood chips and other debris just flows through. Perfect for dirty water!
This valve has proven itself in tough conditions thanks to the clever placement of the diaphragm screen. The screen is continually cleaned by the turbulent flow of the water, resulting in a valve that is incredibly dirt tolerant. Watch the video!
Joe Girard, who amassed aworld record selling automobiles in the 1970's, frequently said "if you're in sales, closing is your job".
Fundamentally, making a sale is matching the buyer with what they seek and need. It's not coercion. It's not forcing someone to take a bad deal. It's a positive event.
Good salespeople see themselves as consultants, providing wise advice, in-depth knowledge and smart recommendations on the best products and solutions for their customers. They take a genuine interest in each client, asking questions about specific needs, wants and desires. They work hard to develop a full understanding of how they can help before they begin offering up specific widgets.
Fear is the enemy in the sales process. If the customer is uncertain, lacks information, or feels pressured, he or she will not buy. By building confidence and credibility, the salesperson can make closing easy.
Sometimes a salesperson is uncomfortable with asking for the order at the end of a presentation. It's quite common for a great meeting to end without mention of the buying step. If you need some help in steering conversations to a successful sale, here's a quick list ofclosing approaches you can put to work on your next call:
Consultative: Use words like "recommend", "suggest" or "yourobjectives". Example: "In reviewing your objectives, I would recommend that you...."
Positive: Use words like "results" and "satisfy". Example: "I think this option will best satisfy your needs...."
Teamwork: Use words like "we", "collaborate" and "together". Example: "By collaborating, we can create the backyard of yourdreams."
Repetition is your friend in closing. Research shows only about 50% of salespeople ask for the order once. Less than a quarter of salespeople ask again if the customer is indecisive after the first try. Persistence does pay off, so ask again.