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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
FORM 8-K
  
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2023
Pentair plc
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) 
 
Ireland001-1162598-1141328
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
(Commission
File No.)
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

Regal House, 70 London Road, Twickenham, London, TW13QS United Kingdom
         (Address of principal executive offices)        (Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: 44-74-9421-6154
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Ordinary Shares, nominal value $0.01 per sharePNRNew York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.405) or Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.12b-2). Emerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨



ITEM 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition
On April 27, 2023, Pentair plc (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its earnings for the first quarter of 2023 and a conference call in connection therewith. A copy of the release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference.
This press release refers to certain non-generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) financial measures (core sales, segment income, return on sales, adjusted net income from continuing operations, adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations and free cash flow) and a reconciliation of those non-GAAP financial measures to the corresponding financial measures contained in the Company’s financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.
The 2023 segment income, return on sales, adjusted net income from continuing operations and adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations (“EPS”) include equity income of unconsolidated subsidiaries and eliminate intangible amortization, costs of certain restructuring, transformation and other activities, certain legal accrual adjustments, asset impairment and write-offs and certain tax items. The 2022 segment income, return on sales, adjusted net income from continuing operations and adjusted diluted EPS include equity income of unconsolidated subsidiaries and eliminate intangible amortization, costs of certain restructuring, transformation and other activities, inventory step-up adjustments, deal-related costs and expenses, certain legal accrual adjustments and settlements, asset impairment and write-offs, impact associated with the business exit in Russia, gain on sale of businesses, pension and other post-retirement mark-to-market gain, amortization of bridge financing fees and certain tax items.
We use the term “core sales” to refer to GAAP net sales from continuing operations excluding (1) the impact of currency translation and (2) the impact of revenue from acquired businesses recorded prior to the first anniversary of the acquisition, excluding the excess over prior year revenue of the acquired business less the amount of sales attributable to divested product lines not considered discontinued operations (“acquisition sales”). The portion of GAAP net sales attributable to currency translation is calculated as the difference between (a) the period-to-period change in net sales (excluding acquisition sales) and (b) the period-to-period change in net sales (excluding acquisition sales) after applying current period foreign exchange rates to the prior year period. We use the term “core sales growth” to refer to the measure of comparing current period core net sales with the corresponding period of the prior year.
Management utilizes these adjusted financial measures to assess the run-rate of its continuing operations against those of prior periods without the distortion of these factors. The Company believes that these non-GAAP financial measures will be useful to investors as well to assess the continuing strength of the Company’s underlying operations. In addition, adjusted EPS is used as a criterion to measure and pay long-term incentive compensation and segment income is used as a criterion to measure and pay annual incentive compensation. These non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.
The Company uses free cash flow to assess its cash flow performance. The Company believes free cash flow is an important measure of liquidity because it provides the Company and its investors a measurement of cash generated from operations that is available to pay dividends, repurchase shares and repay debt. In addition, free cash flow is used as a criterion to measure and pay annual incentive compensation. The Company’s measure of free cash flow may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.
ITEM 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
(a)Financial Statements of Businesses Acquired
Not applicable.
(b)Pro Forma Financial Information
Not applicable.
(c)Shell Company Transactions
Not applicable.
(d)Exhibits
EXHIBIT INDEX
ExhibitDescription
  
Pentair plc press release dated April 27, 2023 announcing earnings for the first quarter of 2023
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SIGNATURE
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, on April 27, 2023.
PENTAIR PLC
Registrant
By/s/ Robert P. Fishman
Robert P. Fishman
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer




Exhibit 99.1
                                
News Release
Pentair Reports Strong First Quarter 2023 Results
Sales of $1.0 billion, up 3 percent compared to sales for the same period last year.
Operating income increased 26 percent to $184 million reflecting ROS of 17.8 percent, an increase of 320 basis points when compared to first quarter of 2022; on an adjusted basis, ROS expanded 330 basis points to 20.5 percent.
GAAP EPS increased 10 percent to $0.78 compared to the same period last year and adjusted EPS rose 7 percent to $0.91 compared to the same period last year.
The company updates its full year 2023 GAAP EPS guidance to approximately $3.25 to $3.35 and on an adjusted basis to approximately $3.60 to $3.70.
Reconciliations of GAAP to Non-GAAP measures are in the attached financial tables.
LONDON, United Kingdom — April 27, 2023 — Pentair plc (NYSE: PNR), a leader in helping the world sustainably move, improve and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource, today announced first quarter 2023 sales of $1.0 billion. Sales were up 3 percent compared to sales for the same period last year. Excluding currency translation, acquisitions and divestitures, core sales declined 3 percent in the first quarter. First quarter 2023 earnings per diluted share from continuing operations (“EPS”) were $0.78 compared to $0.71 in the first quarter of 2022. On an adjusted basis, the company reported EPS of $0.91 compared to $0.85 in the first quarter of 2022. Segment income, adjusted net income, free cash flow and adjusted EPS are described in the attached schedules.
John L. Stauch, Pentair’s President and Chief Executive Officer commented: “Our diversified portfolio delivered strong performance in the first quarter which exceeded our sales growth, margin expansion and EPS expectations. Transformation initiatives drove greater efficiencies across all three segments through pricing and sourcing while growth in Water Solutions and Industrial and Flow Technologies more than offset expected volume declines in Pool. Integration of our Manitowoc Ice acquisition remains on track and it has performed well with a strong backlog and accretive margins. We also published our Corporate Responsibility report last week highlighting progress towards our strategic targets.”
“We are confident that our resilient portfolio is driving balanced growth and we are excited about the long-term shareholder value we expect to create through our Transformation initiatives across all three segments, as evidenced by our Q1 adjusted margin expansion of 330 basis points versus the prior year period. We plan to continue to push innovation and reimagine how we can Make Better Essential through our products and solutions, for people and our planet by helping our customers move, improve and enjoy water.”
First quarter 2023 operating income was $184 million, up 26 percent compared to operating income for the first quarter of 2022, and return on sales (“ROS”) was 17.8 percent, an increase of 320 basis points when compared to the first quarter of 2022. On an adjusted basis, the company reported segment income of $211 million for the first quarter of 2023, up 23 percent compared to segment income for the first quarter of 2022, and ROS was 20.5 percent, an increase of 330 basis points when compared to the first quarter of 2022.
Industrial & Flow Technologies sales were up 9 percent compared to sales for the same period last year. Excluding currency translation, acquisitions and divestitures, core sales grew 11 percent in the first quarter. Segment income of $65 million was up 25 percent compared to the first quarter of 2022, and ROS was 16.6 percent, an increase of 200 basis points when compared to the first quarter of 2022.
Water Solutions sales were up 32 percent compared to sales for the same period last year. Excluding currency translation, acquisitions and divestitures, core sales grew 2 percent in the first quarter. Segment income of $52 million was up 136 percent compared to the first quarter of 2022, and ROS was 19.3 percent, an increase of 850 basis points when compared to the first quarter of 2022.
Pool sales were down 16 percent compared to sales for the same period last year. Excluding currency translation, acquisitions and divestitures, core sales declined 16 percent in the first quarter. Segment income of $116 million was unchanged compared to the first quarter of 2022, and ROS was 31.9 percent, an increase of 520 basis points when compared to the first quarter of 2022.
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Net cash used for operating activities was $107 million compared to $132 million in the first quarter of 2022 and free cash flow used for the quarter was $123 million compared to $149 million in the first quarter of 2022.
Pentair paid a regular cash dividend of $0.22 per share in the first quarter of 2023. Pentair previously announced on February 20, 2023 that it will pay a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.22 per share on May 5, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 21, 2023. This year marks the 47th consecutive year that Pentair has increased its dividend.
OUTLOOK
Mr. Stauch concluded, “We continue to operate in a challenging macroeconomic environment, however, we have confidence in the diversification of our smart, sustainable water business and our long-term strategy. Our Manitowoc Ice acquisition continues to exceed our expectations, and we are pleased with our transformation progress. While we expect 2023 to be a softer year for our Pool sales due to economic uncertainty, lower demand in new pools and higher channel inventory, we believe Pool remains a very attractive segment led by migration to sunbelt states, automation of existing pools and energy efficient product offerings. We have great confidence in our global talent and company culture, and we have demonstrated experience navigating challenges. We believe we have the right purpose, the right team, the right portfolio, the right strategy and the right competitive advantages to win in this market. This is reflected in our second quarter and full year 2023 updated guidance.”
The company updates its estimated 2023 GAAP EPS from continuing operations to approximately $3.25 to $3.35 and on an adjusted EPS basis to approximately $3.60 to $3.70. The company updates full year 2023 sales guidance to be down approximately 2 percent to flat on a reported basis. The company expects full year free cash flow to approximate 100 percent of net income.
In addition, the company introduces second quarter 2023 GAAP EPS from continuing operations guidance of approximately $0.87 to $0.89 and on an adjusted EPS basis of approximately $0.94 to $0.96. The company expects second quarter sales to be down approximately 1 percent to flat on a reported basis compared to the second quarter of 2022.

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EARNINGS CONFERENCE CALL
Pentair President and Chief Executive Officer John L. Stauch and Chief Financial Officer Robert P. Fishman will discuss the company’s first quarter 2023 results on a conference call with investors at 9:00 a.m. Eastern today. A live audio webcast of the call, along with the related presentation, can be accessed in the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.pentair.com, shortly before the call begins.
Reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures are set forth in the attachments to this release and in the presentations, each of which can be found on Pentair’s website. The webcast and presentations will be archived at the Company’s website following the conclusion of the event.

CAUTION CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This release contains statements that we believe to be “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements. Without limitation, any statements preceded or followed by or that include the words “targets,” “plans,” “believes,” “expects,” “intends,” “will,” “likely,” “may,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “should,” “would,” “could,” “positioned,” “strategy,” or “future” or words, phrases, or terms of similar substance or the negative thereof are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors, some of which are beyond our control, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include the overall global economic and business conditions impacting our business, including the strength of housing and related markets and conditions relating to the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and related sanctions; supply, demand, logistics, competition and pricing pressures related to and in the markets we serve; the ability to achieve the benefits of our restructuring plans, cost reduction initiatives and transformation program; the impact of raw material, logistics and labor costs and other inflation; volatility in currency exchange rates and interest rates; failure of markets to accept new product introductions and enhancements; the ability to successfully identify, finance, complete and integrate acquisitions; risks associated with operating foreign businesses; the impact of seasonality of sales and weather conditions; our ability to comply with laws and regulations; the impact of changes in laws, regulations and administrative policy, including those that limit U.S. tax benefits or impact trade agreements and tariffs; the outcome of litigation and governmental proceedings; and the ability to achieve our long-term strategic operating and ESG goals. Additional information concerning these and other factors is contained in our filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2022. All forward-looking statements, including all financial forecasts, speak only as of the date of this release. Pentair assumes no obligation, and disclaims any obligation, to update the information contained in this release.

ABOUT PENTAIR PLC
At Pentair, we help the world sustainably move, improve, and enjoy water, life’s most essential resource. From our residential and commercial water solutions, to industrial water management and everything in between, Pentair is focused on smart, sustainable water solutions that help our planet and people thrive.
Pentair had revenue in 2022 of approximately $4.1 billion, and trades under the ticker symbol PNR. With approximately 11,250 global employees serving customers in more than 150 countries, we work to help improve lives and the environment around the world. To learn more, visit www.pentair.com.

PENTAIR CONTACTS                            
Shelly HubbardRebecca Osborn
Vice President, Investor RelationsSenior Manager, External Communications
Direct: 763-656-5575Direct: 763-656-5589
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
Three months ended
In millions, except per-share dataMarch 31,
2023
March 31,
2022
Net sales$1,028.6 $999.6 
Cost of goods sold646.8 667.4 
Gross profit381.8 332.2 
% of net sales37.1 %33.2 %
Selling, general and administrative173.3 164.1 
% of net sales16.8 %16.4 %
Research and development24.9 22.3 
% of net sales2.4 %2.2 %
Operating income183.6 145.8 
% of net sales17.8 %14.6 %
Other expense
Other expense0.7 0.1 
Net interest expense32.4 5.7 
% of net sales3.1 %0.6 %
Income from continuing operations before income taxes 150.5 140.0 
Provision for income taxes22.0 21.5 
Effective tax rate14.6 %15.4 %
Net income from continuing operations128.5 118.5 
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax1.2 (0.9)
Net income$129.7 $117.6 
Earnings (loss) per ordinary share
Basic
Continuing operations$0.78 $0.72 
Discontinued operations0.01 (0.01)
Basic earnings per ordinary share$0.79 $0.71 
Diluted
Continuing operations $0.78 $0.71 
Discontinued operations0.01 (0.01)
Diluted earnings per ordinary share$0.79 $0.70 
Weighted average ordinary shares outstanding
Basic164.8 165.3 
Diluted165.8 166.5 
Cash dividends paid per ordinary share$0.22 $0.21 

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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
 March 31,
2023
December 31,
2022
In millions
Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents$119.2 $108.9 
Accounts and notes receivable, net718.1 531.5 
Inventories782.8 790.0 
Other current assets146.6 128.1 
Total current assets1,766.7 1,558.5 
Property, plant and equipment, net348.8 344.5 
Other assets
Goodwill3,263.2 3,252.6 
Intangibles, net1,081.9 1,094.6 
Other non-current assets210.6 197.3 
Total other assets4,555.7 4,544.5 
Total assets$6,671.2 $6,447.5 
Liabilities and Equity
Current liabilities
Accounts payable$331.3 $355.0 
Employee compensation and benefits94.1 106.0 
Other current liabilities576.2 602.1 
Total current liabilities1,001.6 1,063.1 
Other liabilities
Long-term debt2,491.8 2,317.3 
Pension and other post-retirement compensation and benefits71.1 70.8 
Deferred tax liabilities43.9 43.3 
Other non-current liabilities253.3 244.9 
Total liabilities3,861.7 3,739.4 
Equity2,809.5 2,708.1 
Total liabilities and equity$6,671.2 $6,447.5 
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
 Three months ended
In millionsMarch 31,
2023
March 31,
2022
Operating activities
Net income$129.7 $117.6 
(Income) loss from discontinued operations, net of tax(1.2)0.9 
Adjustments to reconcile net income from continuing operations to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities
Equity income of unconsolidated subsidiaries(0.2)(0.5)
Depreciation14.7 13.0 
Amortization13.8 6.6 
Deferred income taxes(14.0)(3.7)
Share-based compensation7.2 6.9 
Asset impairment and write-offs4.1 — 
Amortization of bridge financing fees— 2.6 
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of effects of business acquisitions
Accounts receivable(184.8)(116.1)
Inventories6.0 (95.1)
Other current assets(17.4)(23.5)
Accounts payable(24.9)10.4 
Employee compensation and benefits(12.8)(37.5)
Other current liabilities(28.7)(12.4)
Other non-current assets and liabilities1.9 (0.7)
Net cash used for operating activities(106.6)(131.5)
Investing activities
Capital expenditures(16.6)(17.7)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment0.2 — 
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired0.2 (1.4)
Net cash used for investing activities(16.2)(19.1)
Financing activities
Net borrowings of revolving long-term debt173.6 199.6 
Debt issuance costs— (5.8)
Shares issued to employees, net of shares withheld(4.1)(5.3)
Dividends paid(36.2)(34.7)
Net cash provided by financing activities133.3 153.8 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents(0.2)4.6 
Change in cash and cash equivalents10.3 7.8 
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period108.9 94.5 
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period$119.2 $102.3 
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Reconciliation of the GAAP Operating Activities Cash Flow to the Non-GAAP Free Cash Flow (Unaudited)
 Three months endedThree months ended
In millionsMarch 31,
2023
March 31,
2022
Net cash used for operating activities$(106.6)$(131.5)
Capital expenditures(16.6)(17.7)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment0.2 — 
Free cash flow$(123.0)$(149.2)
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Supplemental Financial Information by Reportable Segment (Unaudited)
20232022
In millionsFirst
Quarter
First
Quarter
Net sales
Industrial & Flow Technologies$391.8 $358.1 
Water Solutions272.0 205.8 
Pool364.3 435.4 
Other0.5 0.3 
Consolidated$1,028.6 $999.6 
Segment income (loss)
Industrial & Flow Technologies$65.0 $52.2 
Water Solutions52.4 22.2 
Pool116.2 116.3 
Other(22.6)(18.6)
Consolidated$211.0 $172.1 
Return on sales
Industrial & Flow Technologies16.6 %14.6 %
Water Solutions19.3 %10.8 %
Pool31.9 %26.7 %
Consolidated20.5 %17.2 %




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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures for the Year Ending December 31, 2023
Excluding the Effect of Adjustments (Unaudited)
ActualForecast
In millions, except per-share dataFirst
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Full
Year
Net sales$1,028.6 approxDown 1% - FlatapproxDown 2% - Flat
Operating income183.6 approxUp 5% -7%approxUp 26% - 30%
% of net sales17.8 %
Adjustments:
Restructuring and other2.9 approx$— approx$
Transformation costs8.5 approx— approx
Intangible amortization13.8 approx14 approx55 
Legal accrual adjustments(1.9)approx— approx(2)
Asset impairment and write-offs3.9 approx— approx
Equity income of unconsolidated subsidiaries0.2 approxapprox
Segment income211.0 approxUp 5% - 7%approxUp 7% - 10%
Return on sales20.5 %
Net income from continuing operations—as reported128.5 approx$144 - $147approx$538 - $555
Adjustments to operating income27.2 approx14 approx69 
Income tax adjustments(4.6)approx(2)approx(11)
Net income from continuing operations—as adjusted$151.1 approx$156 - $159approx$596 - $613
Continuing earnings per ordinary share—diluted
Diluted earnings per ordinary share—as reported$0.78 approx$0.87 - $0.89approx$3.25 - $3.35
Adjustments0.13 approx0.07 approx0.35 
Diluted earnings per ordinary share—as adjusted$0.91 approx$0.94 - $0.96approx$3.60 - $3.70
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures for the Year Ended December 31, 2022
Excluding the Effect of Adjustments (Unaudited)
In millions, except per-share dataFirst
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth
Quarter
Full
Year
Net sales$999.6 $1,064.2 $1,055.1 $1,002.9 $4,121.8 
Operating income145.8 190.8 147.1 111.6 595.3 
% of net sales14.6 %17.9 %13.9 %11.1 %14.4 %
Adjustments:
Restructuring and other2.1 1.1 12.5 16.7 32.4 
Transformation costs5.5 5.2 10.1 6.4 27.2 
Intangible amortization6.6 6.3 18.5 21.1 52.5 
Legal accrual adjustments and settlements(0.7)0.5 — 0.4 0.2 
Asset impairment and write-offs— — — 25.6 25.6 
Inventory step-up— — 5.8 — 5.8 
Deal-related costs and expenses6.4 1.6 13.4 0.8 22.2 
Russia business exit impact5.9 — (0.8)(0.4)4.7 
Equity income of unconsolidated subsidiaries0.5 0.4 0.3 0.6 1.8 
Segment income172.1 205.9 206.9 182.8 767.7 
Return on sales17.2 %19.3 %19.6 %18.2 %18.6 %
Net income from continuing operations—as reported
118.5 153.0 115.4 96.3 483.2 
Gain on sale of businesses— — (0.2)— (0.2)
Pension and other post retirement mark-to-market gain— — — (17.5)(17.5)
Amortization of bridge financing fees2.6 5.1 1.3 — 9.0 
Adjustments to operating income25.8 14.7 59.5 70.6 170.6 
Income tax adjustments(5.4)(3.8)(12.3)(14.4)(35.9)
Net income from continuing operations—as adjusted
$141.5 $169.0 $163.7 $135.0 $609.2 
Continuing earnings per ordinary share—diluted
Diluted earnings per ordinary share—as reported$0.71 $0.92 $0.70 $0.58 $2.92 
Adjustments0.14 0.10 0.29 0.24 0.76 
Diluted earnings per ordinary share—as adjusted$0.85 $1.02 $0.99 $0.82 $3.68 
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Pentair plc and Subsidiaries
Reconciliation of Net Sales Growth to Core Net Sales Growth by Segment
For the Quarter Ended March 31, 2023 (Unaudited)
Q1 Net Sales Growth
CoreCurrencyAcq. / Div.Total
Total Pentair(2.6)%(1.1)%6.6 %2.9 %
Industrial & Flow Technologies11.4 %(2.0)%— %9.4 %
Water Solutions1.7 %(1.6)%32.1 %32.2 %
Pool(16.1)%(0.2)%— %(16.3)%