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Pilar™ Pull-Down Kitchen Faucet with Touch₂O™ Technology received a 2009 Stevie^® Award in the “New Product or Service of the Year Manufacturing” category at the 7th annual American Business Awards^sm, held June 22, 2009. The competition recognizes the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and business people worldwide.The Stevies have become one of the world's most coveted awards.

“We strive to develop revolutionary products that incorporate intuitive technologies,” said Bob Rodenbeck, senior manager of research and development at Delta. “The Stevie Awards recognizes our commitment to research and development and underscores our dedication to providing smart, meaningful innovation that makes consumers’ live easier.”

Pilar with Touch₂O Technology and DIAMOND™ Seal Technology is smartly designed for a cleaner and more efficient way to work in the kitchen. The breakthrough faucet features three relevant technologies from Delta that help simplify kitchen tasks and provide a leak-free, lead-free water delivery system. With Touch₂O Technology users can start and stop the flow of water with a simple tap anywhere on the spout or the handle, saving both water and energy. Touch₂O Technology also makes kitchen tasks easier during food preparation and clean up and helps prevent the spread of bacteria. The Pilar design incorporates a two-function, pull-down spray head that switches from stream to spray with the click of a diverter button. A magnetic closure, called MagnaTite™, intuitively engages the spray head to its docked position.

The faucet also features DIAMOND Seal Technology, an exclusive water delivery system that reduces leak points, eliminates contact with potential metal contaminants, simplifies installation, and provides long-lasting performance.

The Stevie Awards were presented in over 40 categories including Best Overall Company of the Year, Executive of the Year, and Corporate Social Responsibility Program of the Year. More than 2,600 entries from companies of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted for consideration. More than 200 executives across the country participated in the judging process to determine the Finalists and Stevie Award winners. Details about The American Business Awards and the list of Finalists and Stevie Award winners are available at www.stevieawards.com/aba.