Section III of the American Supply Association by-laws states:
A Vendor Member is defined as a proprietorship, partnership, corporation, limited liability company or other business entity engaged, for a period of not less than one year, in the United States, its territories, and Canada, in: the manufacture of goods or provision of services (other than the manufacture, sale or distribution of plumbing, or heating, or cooling products, and/or pipe, valves and fittings) utilized by entities qualifying for Active Membership.