Product Spotlight

Bradley Corp., industry-leading manufacturer of lead-free valves and tepid water delivery solutions, introduces its newest Navigator^® Thermostatic Mixing Valve. Engineered to deliver safe water temperatures to both commercial faucet applications as well as emergency safety eyewash fixtures, this model provides a complete and efficient single mixing valve solution.

With its innovative combination of two valves in one, the Navigator TMV saves on installation time and conserves space under sinks. During regular faucet use, the TMV delivers tempered water for uses such as hand washing; in an emergency, the valve delivers tepid water to the emergency safety eyewash to meet the ANSI/ISEA Z358.1 standard for the required 15-minute flush.

This new Navigator TMV is ASSE 1070 and 1071 Certified, and includes a 3/8″ compression fitting to faucet. A reliable liquid-filled thermostat ensures safe water temperature to the eyewash, and a separate wax filled thermostat delivers safe water temperature to the faucet.

With its built-in safety features, the cold water bypass on the eyewash assures cold flow if hot water fails. Navigator TMV also offers anti-scald protection with positive shutoff of hot supply when cold supply is lost.

Designed for reliable precision, Navigator TMVs deliver accurate temperature control to within ± 3° and features an adjustable set point within temperature range.

Ready for easy direct mounting to walls, all materials are 100% factory assembled and tested.

For more information, please visit https://www.bradleycorp.com/navigatorvalves.

For almost 100 years, Bradley has created the most complete and advanced commercial washrooms and comprehensive solutions that make industrial environments safe. Bradley is the industry’s leading source for multi-function hand washing and drying fixtures, accessories, partitions, solid plastic lockers, as well as emergency safety fixtures and electric tankless heaters for industrial applications. Headquartered in Menomonee Falls, Wis., USA, Bradley serves commercial, institutional and industrial building markets worldwide. For more information visit https://www.bradleycorp.com.

NPN-Universal

Navien introduced three new innovative products in booth 1573 during AHR 2020 in Orlando, FL. The new NPN series non-condensing tankless water heaters, NPE-2 series condensing tankless water heaters and NCB-H series condensing combi-boilers were all displayed at the front of the Navien booth inside the Orange County Convention Center for attendees to get a first look at the technological advancements within each series.

Available in the NPN-Universal series (indoor or outdoor with vent cap) and NPN-Exterior series (outdoor only), Navien utilizes the technology and innovation that helped make the NPE series the number one condensing tankless water heater in North America in their new non-condensing NPN series, with some new additional features. The NPN series is the first and only non-condensing tankless series to offer NaviTech™ technology that includes a stainless-steel heat exchanger and an advanced stainless-steel burner with the same very low NOx level as the NPE. Both the NPN-U and NPN-E have built-in recirculation control, air pressure sensor, water adjustment valve and mixing valve, and are designed with a pin-to-pin matching configuration for easy retrofit installations.

NPE-2

The NPE-2 series brings the biggest update to condensing tankless water heaters since the NPE series changed the landscape of the industry in 2012. The new features found in the NPE-A2 and NPE-S2 series include a turndown ratio up to 15:1, an upgraded advanced multi-line control panel in plain English for easy set up, and increased 2” PVC venting length. The NPE-2 will continue to offer the high-efficiency features that made the NPE the number one selling condensing tankless water heater, such as dual stainless steel heat exchangers, half-inch gas pipe capability up to 24 feet, cascade and common vent capability, industry leading efficiency up to 0.97 UEF, and the patented ComfortFlow™ recirculation system with built-in pump and buffer tank on the NPE-A2.

NCB-H

NCB-H (high output) series condensing combi-boilers are packed with industry leading upgrades to the popular NCB-E series, including industry leading BTU output on DHW, 15:1 turndown ratio, a more dynamic BTU lineup with added models, greater DHW performance, a new DHW module with flow control, enhanced controls with multi-line text display, increased 2” PVC venting length, easy serviceability with upfront 3-way valve and built-in controls for up to 3 zones.

All three innovations are on display inside Navien booth 1573 at AHR in Orlando, FL until February 5, 2020. To learn more, visit NavienInc.com.

Announced at its press conference during the AHR Expo, NIBCO INC. introduced its 585HP (High Performance) Bronze Ball Valves, representing a giant leap in innovation in the ball valve market. Designed for commercial and industrial applications, the lead-free 585HP full port ball valve line allows for easier installation, adjustability, and long service life.

The patented laser-welded construction eliminates the threaded body to body-end connection allowing for a higher operating pressure up to 1,000 CWP and 150 SWP, and operating temperature up to 250° F.

During the NIBCO press conference at AHR, Nate Lazenga, senior product manager-valves, discusses the new 585HP ball valve.

The patent-pending top works features an easily reversible handle providing flexibility for on-site modifications, large accessible packing nut, and triple-sealed stem. These elements combine to make a valve that is easy to install, durable, and dependable all backed by a 10-year, 125 percent limited warranty.

Available in sizes ranging from ½” to 2”, the lightweight, North American-made 585HP valves come in several configurations including threaded, solder, and press. Options include 316 stainless steel trim, a handle locking plate, an extended handle, NIB-SEAL® handle or a stainless-steel handle. All 585HP valves have the following listings and certifications: MSS-SP110/145; IAPMO/ANSI Z1157; NSF/ANSI/CAN 61-8 Commercial Hot 180° F; NSF/ANSI 372; ICC-ES PMG-1558 and ASME A112.4.14/CSA B125.14.

To learn more about the new high performance 585HP ball valves, visit nibco.com/585HP.

Hard water problems? Scaling issues? One of the biggest concerns with tankless water heaters—in certain areas of the country—is scale build-up. With A.O.’s  Smith’s game-changing X3 Technology, your worries may be over.

One of the most interesting things seen at this year’s AHR Expo in Orlando, Fla., the A. O. Smith X3 Technology Tankless gas water heater integrates scale prevention technology to extend the life of the unit three times longer than traditional tankless, making it the first tankless product that maintains “like-new” performance without requiring regular scale-related maintenance.

From the AHR Expo, a mock-up of tankless components with and without the X3 Technology.

A. O. Smith’s tankless featuring X3™ Technology is available in three sizes with maximum BTU/H inputs of 160K, 180K and 199K. All models come with an integrated recirculation pump providing the benefit of instant hot water. Like all A. O. Smith condensing gas models, products with X3™ Technology are ENERGY STAR® qualified with UEFs up to 0.93.

For more info, www.hotwater.com.

Jeff Ogan, Director of Product Management for A. O. Smith, talks about the X3 Technology at the AHR Expo in Orlando, Fla.