Oatey Co., a leading manufacturer in the plumbing industry since 1916, celebrated the official launch of a new 148,000-square-foot distribution center in northern Las Vegas, serving customers in the West.

According to the company, the location was selected for its easy access to West Coast shipping ports and rail freight carriers, as well as western and southwestern shipping routes. The new facility will further enhance the company’s ability to serve its customers in the West.

Consistent with Oatey’s focus on reducing long-term energy costs and water consumption, the facility features high efficiency LED lighting, HVLS fans and is pursuing LEED Silver Certification.

The distribution center will stock thousands of high-quality, residential and commercial plumbing products across the company’s 23 categories and sold under the Oatey family of brands.