Product Spotlight

General Pipe Cleaners’ popular Sewerooter T-4™ mid-size drain cleaner packs the performance, punch, and portability to unclog 3” to 6” diameter lines up to 100 feet long.

Plumbing, drain cleaning, maintenance, and restoration pros love it. With more cleaning power than its T-3 predecessor, Sewerooter T-4 carries 100 feet of 9/16” Flexicore^® cable to clear stubborn stoppages in 3” to 4” inside lines. Heavy duty 9/16” cable provides more torque than traditional 1/2” cables offer, yet can clean the same size drain lines.

Need to clear tree roots and other tough clogs from 3” to 6” lines? Simply switch drums to 75 feet of 5/8” Flexicore cable. To adjust to different cable sizes, just turn a knob atop the feed. No screwdriver required.

General’s labor saving, variable speed Power Cable Feed also offers enhanced safety and control through blockages. Optimized to reduce whipping and drag, the Guide Tube helps users easily propel cable in and out of lines at up to 20 feet per minute. Hands keep clean – and off spinning cable!

Made in the USA, Sewerooter T-4 features a fold-down handle, stair climbers, and truck loading wheel for easy transport, maneuvering, and storage. Its robust, reinforced frame rides smoothly on big 10” ball bearing wheels.

The powder coated metal drum includes General’s unique, self-aligning Flexitube™ distributor tube to reduce cable tangling. And a heavy-duty 1/3 hp capacitor-type motor with thermal overload protection powers Sewerooter T-4.

Flexicore cable offers superior kinking resistance and unequalled strength with the right amount of flexibility. It’s so tough that it carries the best warranty in the business – one-year protection against defect and breakage.

For details contact the^® at General Pipe Cleaners at 800-245-6200 or 412-771-6300, or visit www.drainbrain.com/T4.

Dearborn^®, a part of the Oatey family of companies, today announced that its True Blue^® Bath Waste Kits are now available in Brass material, further expanding its already extensive offering of bath-waste kits.

Designed with the plumber in mind, the True Blue line is made with integrated locking features that reduce the number of tools needed for installation, saving time and eliminating frustration.

Dearborn^® True Blue^® Brass is ideal for markets where brass installations are required for commercial and residential applications. It is suitable for standard tub depths up to 16” and whirlpool depths up to 24”.

Dearborn^® True Blue^® Brass is available in rough and full kits with solder and slip joint connections. The full kit includes a test kit, chrome trim kit, overflow assembly, waste shoe assembly and a solder, or slip joint tee.

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 is available in full, half, rough and trim kits with options for ABS or PVC and touch toe, uni-lift and push n’ pull stopper choices. The trim kits come in designer finishes, including Matte Black, Chrome, White, Brushed Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze and Brushed Gold. Brass options are available with a standard slip-joint tee, NY tee, solder tee, and female outlet tee.

To learn more, visit oatey.com or your local wholesaler-distributor.

Jomar Valve is pleased to announce the latest addition to its balancing valve product line – the RecircSetter™

The RecircSetter™ is a field adjustable thermostatic balancing valve for hot water recirculation system applications. Made of corrosion resistant lead free alloy, it utilizes a thermostatic balancing cartridge which eliminates the need for pressure ports and allows the valve to balance on temperature rather than pressure or flow. It is certified to NSF 61 and NSF 371 for use in potable hot water systems.

The RecircSetter™ comes standard with a thermostatic balancing cartridge and drywell thermometer with a desired balancing temperature range from 95°F to 140°F, and can be equipped with an optional thermostatic disinfection cartridge for thermal disinfection treatment at a fixed temperature of 160°F. It’s the perfect balancing solution to achieve uniform hot water at all fixtures regardless of branch location.

“Jomar has been developing this product for over five years and we are thrilled to debut it to the marketplace. We listened to what designers were looking for in the field, which led us to develop a product that can be thermostatically adjusted in the field, in addition to the assembly options which allow easier installs for contractors. We are excited to now offer a solution for every balancing method in the domestic hot water marketplace,” shared Lauren Berenato, National Specifications Manager at Jomar Valve.

The RecircSetter™ is available in six different models with various configurations. Options include:

• Disinfection cartridges
• Axial valves
• Actuators for a Building Maintenance System
• Check valves
• Dual isolation with integral check valves

For more information, visit: https://jomar.info/recircsetter

One particular repair problem got personal for Austin L. Montanti, owner of Montanti Mechanical – a commercial and residential renovation firm based on Staten Island, NY.

“I purchased an apartment on Staten Island for myself – and quickly realized that the shut-off valves for the kitchen and bathroom sinks didn’t work,” he recalls.

Time is money for guys like Montanti. “We insist on prompt, professional service,” he says. “And over 10 years, we’ve built a pretty solid network of satisfied customers in the New York City area – with 100% of our business coming from word-of-mouth.”

That’s why he grew concerned when building managers wouldn’t quickly shut off apartment water. So facing an unacceptable delay of several more hours, Montanti acted fast – and “outside the box.”

Pipe Freezing Kit Provides The Solution

He grabbed his new Cold-Shot^® Pipe Freezing Kit from General Pipe Cleaners.

General’s innovative, time-saving tool eliminates the need to drain water lines, sprinkler systems or hot water systems before cutting pipe or tubing.

Using Carbon Dioxide (CO₂) in dip tube-type cylinders, Cold-Shot quickly and safely freezes liquids in steel, copper, cast iron, aluminum and plastic pipes, 1/8 inch (10mm) through 2 inch (60mm) in diameter.

With Cold-Shot keeping the system fully pressurized, Montanti rapidly replaced all the valves in just 30 minutes – without closing the main supply or draining any lines before effecting repairs.

Fast, Easy & Economical To Use

“It was actually the first time I used it,” Montanti smiles. “Cold-Shot was really easy-to-use!”

Just place the freeze head around the pipe, attach the hose and open the cylinder valve. Liquid carbon dioxide then flows into the tool’s freeze heads and forms dry ice at a temperature of -110F° (-79C°). That’s cold enough to form an ice pack that withstands 7,000 PSI – yet won’t damage lines.

General’s total package includes 10 sets of freeze heads, two high pressure spiral hoses with injectors, T-distributor, locking nut, hex head screwdriver, rubber gloves, goggles and carrying case.

From experience, Montanti figures that Cold-Shot saves his company money, too.

Without Cold-Shot, he calculates that conventional valve repair charges would total “about $400.” “So with Cold-Shot added to our list of Montanti Mechanical services, it quickly pays for itself!”

Speed and efficiency questions evaporated with Cold-Shot use. General’s product kept Montanti’s apartment water supply fully operational during his spot repairs – despite rather uncooperative apartment managers.

“And there also seems to be a misconception that freezing pipes is costly – and requires expensive refrigeration equipment. Nope!” he adds. “I rented the CO₂ gas from my local welding supply shop for about $25.”

The Bottom Line

Shortly thereafter, some of Austin Montanti’s clients coincidentally experienced problems with faulty water main valves – and Cold-Shot efficiently and safely handled those, as well.

“I’ve never felt compelled enough to write a testimonial about anything in my life,” Montanti notes. “But I wrote General thanking them for their detailed design and solid product.”

Cold-Shot continues providing yeoman service to Montanti Mechanical. “Our Cold-Shot kit continues working amazingly well!” owner Montanti beams.

To see the Cold Shot in action, visit www.drainbrain.com/coldshot. For more information, contact General Pipe Cleaners at 800-245-6200.