Smith-Blair

06/10/2026

Several members of Xylem's Smith-Blair team completed CPR and First Aid training this week at our manufacturing facility in Texarkana, AR.

Proud of this crew for taking the time to build these life-saving skills. The commitment they bring to their work extends to the way they look out for one another helping ensure we are dependable under pressure.

05/30/2026

Today we had the opportunity to watch Texarkana Water Utilities install two Xylem’s Smith-Blair 274 Bell Joint Leak Clamps on College Drive in Texarkana, Texas. We appreciate all of the people who work daily to keep water flowing in communities and are proud to be the manufacturer of parts they use in their water systems.

05/25/2026

This Monday, May 25, Xylem's Smith-Blair offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Today we pause to honor and remember the men and women who gave everything in service to this country.

We'll be back on Tuesday, May 26, ready to support you and the critical infrastructure that keeps water and gas flowing across the country and around the world.

05/22/2026

Frank Stencer knows when a municipality calls Smith-Blair in the middle of a repair, clarity matters as much as speed. As a salesperson for Xylem's Smith-Blair, he spends his days working closely with municipalities and distributors to deliver the right repair and maintenance products exactly when they're needed.

From troubleshooting field issues to coordinating with engineering and expediting orders, Frank's role is built on being a trusted partner who brings responsiveness and reliability to every interaction.

What drives him is the opportunity to strengthen relationships and ensure customers feel confident they can count on Smith-Blair to help keep their systems running smoothly. Whether it's the first call of the morning or the final check-in of the day, his focus stays the same: Delivering solutions that work and support that lasts.

Throughout his tenure at Smith-Blair, he's learned that ensuring his customers know to provide standard information like about their project makes the entire process moves faster and smoother for everyone involved. Those items include knowing the type and OD of the pipe, the working pressure and line contents, any fl**ge specifications and/or outlet types and sizes, coating requirements, hardware specifications, and any special requirements like domestic needs.

Ask Frank about his favorite product, and he'll point to the Smith-Blair Top Bolt. It's the kind of innovation that blends efficiency with field-friendly design, earning trust on jobsites every single day. That combination of smart engineering and real-world performance is what makes it stand out.

Outside of work, Frank channels his energy into animal welfare. He's a committed supporter of Austin Pets Alive!, Emancipet, and Take Me Home Transport, three organizations working to save at-risk pets, expand access to affordable veterinary care, and connect animals with safe adoption opportunities. It's a mission he's proud to champion.

When your next project demands products that perform under pressure and a partner who understands what's on the line, Frank and the Smith-Blair team are ready to deliver.

05/20/2026

When an urgent job comes in, we know downtime isn't an option. That's why our Quick Ship Tapping Sleeve program was designed to make it easier to get the right tapping sleeve to your job site fast.

Same Day Shipment on Styles 663 & 665
Next Day Shipment on Styles 622, 662 & 664

✅ Pipe sizes 4"–24" (catalog nominal)
✅ Standard fl**ge outlets 4"–12"
✅ Ships direct to your customer's job site or into your own stock

Simply mark your order for these products "Quick Ship," submit by 11 a.m. CST, and we'll handle the rest.

Download the Quick Ship Flyer for full details:
https://amp.xylem.com/asset/699679ca-c861-4c24-8009-4d2708d4a384/Tapping-Sleeve-Quick-Ship-Program.pdf

05/18/2026

The 256 Full Circle Repair Clamp handles leak repairs in hot soils and other aggressive environments. All stainless steel construction with cast lugs, 360° gasket seal with bonded bridge plate, and no welded parts built for maximum corrosion resistance in the harshest conditions.

What makes it work for crews:
1. Removable lugs allow installation in tight spaces where standard clamps won't fit
2. Drop-in bolts in the joint make installation easier and speed up repairs
3. 360° gasket seal and recessed flush bridge plate provides maximum support and complete leak containment
4. No welded parts eliminates the weak points where corrosion attacks first in aggressive soils

When you need repair clamps for corrosive environments, the 256 Full Circle Repair Clamp delivers. Type 304 stainless steel band and cast lugs, fluoropolymer coated bolts to prevent galling, up to 300 PSI working pressure, -20°F to +180°F temperature, Cast Iron, Ductile Iron, Asbestos Cement, PVC, HDPE (requires spring washers), Steel, Copper, Fiberglass and other types of pipes.

05/14/2026

Xylem's Smith-Blair Water Products Quick Catalog has been redesigned with you in mind.

We've updated it to make finding the right product faster and easier than ever. Now organized by product series, with an enhanced at-a-glance view of applications for each product, you can quickly get to the answers you need when determining which product best suits your project.

Bonus: We've also included information about BABA Compliance, our Quick Ship Tapping Sleeve Program, and our Engineered to Order process for the times when you need something outside the catalog.

When you need a fast reference, this catalog is designed to answer one of the most common questions we hear: "Which Smith-Blair product should I use?"

Download the updated Quick Catalog here:
👉https://amp.xylem.com/asset/b5e2165c-ee9f-45e7-9e4c-5d109a5115ec/Smith-Blair-Water-Products-Quick-Catalog.pdf

05/13/2026

The 662 Carbon Fl**ge Tapping Sleeve handles pipe tapping operations with reducing and size-on-size fl**ged outlets. Heavy gauge 18-8 type 304 stainless steel body with carbon steel fl**ge, 360° seal design, and body drawn out to accept the outlet neck built for the stress of tapping operations.

What makes it work for crews:
1. Molded-in ring in the gasket ensures effective sealing under pressure
2. 3/4" test outlet allows hydrostatic pressure testing before tapping the pipe
3. Range design reduces inventory by covering multiple pipe sizes with fewer SKUs
4. Body drawn out to accept outlet neck adds strength to the area under the most stress during tapping

When you need tapping sleeves you can depend on, the 662 Carbon Fl**ge Tapping Sleeve delivers. It meets AWWA C223 standards, works up to 240 PSI, handles temperatures up to +180°F, and installs on Steel, Cast Iron, Asbestos Cement, and PVC.

05/01/2026

Xylem's Smith-Blair is hiring an Outside Sales Territory Manager to help solve the world's most critical water challenges across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, the Florida Panhandle, and Western Tennessee.

ABOUT XYLEM
We're a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
As an Outside Sales Territory Manager for Smith-Blair products, you'll drive growth by:
● Developing new accounts and expanding relationships with distributors and end users
● Presenting product education seminars to groups
● Working with cities to get products into specs
● Attending tradeshows and customer events
● Managing territory sales and expense planning

This is a remote position, but you must live within the assigned territory.

Checkout the link in our comments to learn more and apply online.

04/30/2026