Product Spotlight

Diagnostic tools from RIDGID, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, have been trusted by professionals on the toughest jobsites for more than 25 years

RIDGID®, part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, introduces the SeeSnake® microReel™ APX™ to optimize inspections. Engineered with a lightweight, compact profile for easy portability, the microReel APX features bright LED lights with high color accuracy and auto-flip imagery delivering crisp, detailed images and ensuring upright viewing angles in a variety of pipe conditions. Paired with TruSense® technology, this tool delivers the industry’s best in-pipe image.

The microReel APX is the most recent camera reel from RIDGID to offer TruSense technology to help plumbers better pinpoint problem areas in-pipe. It also comes with a built-in kickstand for in-field versatility with multiple configurations for optimal operation.

TruSense establishes a two-way datalink between the camera head and a connected RIDGID SeeSnake Wi-Fi-enabled monitor. With TruSense, advanced sensors on the camera head convey information about the in-pipe environment, while the HDR image sensor expands the camera’s dynamic range, allowing a greater ratio of bright and dark areas to be displayed at the same time without reducing visibility. This delivers superior clarity and detail with fewer blown-out areas and sections of the pipe that are too dark to see. TiltSense™ measures the camera’s angle and, when connected to a SeeSnake series monitor, the camera can convey the camera’s degree of tilt on the monitor – giving professionals a useful indicator of the pitch of the camera in-pipe.

“The RIDGID SeeSnake microReel APX is our latest and most portable camera reel to offer TruSense technology, giving plumbers the enhanced data capabilities they need to diagnose issues,” said Laura Wolverton, marketing director, underground technologies, RIDGID for Emerson. “RIDGID has been a leader in diagnostics for over 25 years, making camera reels built to last no matter how harsh the jobsite environment.”

All RIDGID SeeSnake reels come with the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty.

To purchase or learn more about the microReel APX, visit RIDGID.com, or call toll-free: 1-800-4RIDGID.

Dearborn^®, a part of the Oatey family of brands, today announced that its True Blue^® Bath Waste Kits are now available in an on-trend Champagne Bronze finish, adding to its already robust line of designer finishes. The new Champagne Bronze finish allows installers to add an elegant and traditional touch to any bathroom, while it also pairs well with many different finishes, including other metallics.

Innovative, flexible and designed with the plumber in mind, the True Blue Bath Waste line is made with integrated locking features that reduce the number of tools needed for installation, saving time and frustration. The new Champagne Bronze finish enhances the existing portfolio of the True Blue line, which also includes bath waste kits in Matte Black, Chrome, White, Brushed Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze, and Brushed Gold.

Constructed of brass, the True Blue Drain Spud is built for durability and longevity. Featuring two heavy duty crossbars, it provides a greater flow rate than standard, four-crossbar designs. The Drain Spud can accept the trim veneer for easy finish change and replacement and is compatible with all existing True Blue components.

True Blue Bath Waste Champagne Bronze is available in full, half and trim kits with options for ABS or PVC and touch toe, uni-lift and push ‘n’ pull stopper options. The trim kits in designer finishes are also compatible with True Blue Brass and True Blue FLEX, which is made with flexible PVC tubing to overcome jobsite obstructions. To learn more, visit oatey.com or your local distributor.

Uponor AquaPEX^® Red pipe is now available and ready for your next plumbing installation in ½”, 300-ft. coils as well as ¾” and 1″, 100-ft. coils.

Designed for professionals that want complete color differentiation to easily distinguish hot-water lines, Uponor AquaPEX Red pipe features all the same benefits of Uponor AquaPEX White pipe, including PEX-a manufacturing for maximum flexibility and durability, kink repairability, resilience in freezing conditions, and resistance to corrosion, pitting, and scale buildup.

Uponor AquaPEX Red pipe offers the highest chlorine resistance rating of ‘5’ and provides six months UV resistance, all covered by Uponor’s trusted, industry-leading, 25-year transferable limited warranty.

Learn More about Uponor AquaPEX Red pipe.

Sewer Camera Plus Gen-Pack™ Battery Adapter, Wi-Fi, and Distance Counter

The Gen-Eye X-POD Plus^® sewer camera system from General Pipe Cleaners includes the Gen-Pack™ battery adapter, Wi-Fi transmitter, and an on-screen distance counter as standard equipment to boost productivity and profitability.

Depending on battery type and settings, the built-in Gen-Pack battery adapter lets you operate the camera system for up to 12 hours in remote locations with limited access to power. Fuse-protected to safeguard your equipment investment, the Gen-Pack battery adapter is also available separately. Battery and charger are not included.

X-POD Plus makes sharing inspections easy. The built-in Wi-Fi transmitter lets you view and record work on a cell phone or tablet. And with the system’s USB port, you can also archive activity on handy flash drives.

The on-screen distance counter also shows how far the camera has travelled down a line in feet or meters. And for optimum accuracy, settings can be adjusted for full size or mini-reel configurations.

General’s powerful X-POD Plus Command Module packs other standard features, too – including:

• A big 7” LCD color monitor with a sunscreen for easy viewing in any location.
• “One-touch” recording for speed and convenience.
• 4X Digital zoom for close-up inspections.
• Voice-Over Recording for job-site commentary.
• Date & Time stamp for work documentation.

The lightweight, popular X-POD systems combine camera, reel, and monitor into one compact package. A durable docking arm supports the Command Module – and permits height and angle adjustments for optimal viewing.

The full size X-POD features a self-leveling color camera and 200 ft. of tough, Kevlar^® braid Gel-Rod^® for inspecting 3” to 10” drain lines, and a Reel Cage Cover to protect work sites and equipment from dripping video cable reels. Full size reels sport 10” wheels for optimal maneuverability.

The compact Mini-Reel model carries 100 ft. or 200 ft. of rugged Gel-Rod with mini color self-leveling camera to trouble-shoot 2” and 3” lines with 15% more light than competitive models offer. The rugged steel frames and reels include a drag brake and reel lock.

For additional information, contact the Drain Brains^® at General Pipe Cleaners at 800-245-6200 or 412-771-6300, or visit www.drainbrain.com/geneye.