Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) announced that its Inline 1100 SpecPAK has been recognized with an AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) Innovation Award. The awards, given annually across ten industry categories, represent the most innovative products and technologies hitting the market in the coming year. The Inline 1100 SpecPAK is a multi-pump pressure boosting Read more
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Franklin Electric Co., Inc. (NASDAQ: FELE) announced that its Inline 1100 SpecPAK has been recognized with an AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) Innovation Award. The awards, given annually across ten industry categories, represent the most innovative products and technologies hitting the market in the coming year.
The Inline 1100 SpecPAK is a multi-pump pressure boosting system that connects easily to nearly any plumbing configuration. As the sole winner in the Plumbing category, AHR Expo singled out the Franklin Electric product for its unique smaller footprint, which allows it to be housed in a compact utility closet or wall hung to preserve critical floor space. The self-contained design delivers a “plug and play” solution that is part of a complete package centered around easy installation, operation and durability. The AHR announcement also highlighted the system’s quiet operation, critical for many residential and commercial applications.
While all products up for Innovation Award consideration must be exhibited at the 2022 AHR Expo and available for sale by January 2022, the Franklin Electric product offers users an additional benefit: immediate availability. The system is in-stock and ready for shipping.
Each year, numerous high-profile companies compete for AHR Expo Innovation Award recognition. Products go head-to-head in one of 10 categories, with only one product winning in each. Winners are selected by a panel of third-party ASHRAE member judges who evaluate all award entries based on innovative design, creativity, application, value and market impact. The Top Product of the Year is then selected from these 10 winners. It will be announced at the show Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 in Las Vegas.
Navien, Inc. introduces a new 120,000 BTU/h model to the NPN non-condensing tankless water heater lineup. The NPN-120E is the fourth model introduction to the NPN-E (exterior) series, and just like the other three models in the series (NPN-160E, NPN-180E and NPN-199E), the new size is offered in separate natural gas and liquid propane configurations Read more
Navien, Inc. introduces a new 120,000 BTU/h model to the NPN non-condensing tankless water heater lineup. The NPN-120E is the fourth model introduction to the NPN-E (exterior) series, and just like the other three models in the series (NPN-160E, NPN-180E and NPN-199E), the new size is offered in separate natural gas and liquid propane configurations for outdoor-only operation. NPN-120E provides 4.2 GPM at 45° F temperature rise and stays in-line with the rest of the NPN series at 0.81 UEF.
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 condensing tankless water heaters. NPN-E units have recirculation control built into their circuit boards and are designed with a pin-to-pin matching configuration for easy retrofit installations.
Additional features of the NPN series include: wi-fi remote control capability with NaviLink™, low noise levels for quiet operation, and a sleek, space-saving and lightweight design.
To learn more about NPN series non-condensing tankless water heaters, visit Navieninc.com.
RIDGID offers full line of standard and compact press tool options RIDGID®, the leader in pressing tool technology, is bringing game-changing innovation to the skilled trades with the RP 351, its first in-line standard press tool. Engineered from the ground up to deliver reliability and efficiency, this tool operates with an advanced brushless motor requiring Read more
RIDGID offers full line of standard and compact press tool options
RIDGID®, the leader in pressing tool technology, is bringing game-changing innovation to the skilled trades with the RP 351, its first in-line standard press tool. Engineered from the ground up to deliver reliability and efficiency, this tool operates with an advanced brushless motor requiring no scheduled maintenance.
The RP 351 with SlimGrip™ handle for enhanced balance and control weighs only about eight pounds with battery. It joins the RIDGID RP 350 Press Tool, a drill grip standard press tool introduced to help professionals get more done on every job with less fatigue and no timeouts. Together, the advanced, long-running press tools are built for the most demanding situations and give professionals maximum standard press tool versatility on the job site. Both tools are ideal for making connections on carbon steel, copper, PEX and stainless-steel pipe on residential, commercial and industrial jobs.
The RP 350 and RP 351 feature an advanced brushless motor, known for maximizing tool longevity, efficiency and durability. Their 360-degree swivel is an industry-first and comes paired with brightest-in-class LED lights to let users not only access tight spaces but see them more clearly in low and no-light applications. And no scheduled maintenance means less downtime.
Both tools are also compatible with the full line of RIDGID standard series jaws and rings, including: ½ – 4-inch ProPress® for copper and stainless steel, ½ – 2-inch PureFlow® for PEX, and ½ – 2-inch MegaPress® for carbon steel. They also offer maximum versatility, pairing with the RIDGID Press Booster for 2 ½ -inch, 3-inch, and 4-inch carbon steel, StrutSlayr™ Strut Shear Head and the Press Snap™ Soil Pipe Cutter. Each tool’s 18V battery platform includes chargers for on-the-go battery charging including a 12V car charger cord that is compatible with vehicles; the unit also pairs with the RIDGID Link app to track tool usage, service needs, battery life and last known location.
All RIDGID press tools come with the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty.
PRIER Products, Inc., launched another new product at its Kansas City production campus. The new freezeless roof hydrant is designed with a piston-style displacement system. It requires no winterization or drain line, which saves installation time, material, maintenance and labor costs. Roof hydrants have become more common on top of commercial facilities for cleaning air Read more
PRIER Products, Inc., launched another new product at its Kansas City production campus. The new freezeless roof hydrant is designed with a piston-style displacement system. It requires no winterization or drain line, which saves installation time, material, maintenance and labor costs.
Roof hydrants have become more common on top of commercial facilities for cleaning air conditioning condenser coils, cooling towers and solar panels. There has also been a rise in rooftop gardens and greenspaces requiring water. There’s no need to pull heavy hoses up ladders which cuts down on potential injuries.
“We realized there was a better way to design a roof hydrant that cuts down on installation costs while providing facility owners peace-of-mind when the winter season hits,” said Research and Development Manager, Scott Brady. “Our team of engineers evaluated various options on the market and went to work on making a roof hydrant that exceeds expectations of facility owners, managers and specifying engineers.”
The new P-RH4 Sanitary Roof Hydrant requires just a single penetration in the roof and comes with a sturdy bracket that attaches to any structural member with rigid support. It offers a high flow rate of 10 gallons per minute, bucket catch and lockable lever handle. The roof hydrant is code approved to ASSE 1057 and NSF 372 lead-free standards.
“The P-RH4 roof hydrant is another innovative product from PRIER and helps round out our commercial plumbing line of products,” said President, Nick Manning. “We’ve seen an immediate demand from customers around the United States and Canada, and expect the momentum to continue as we roll out more products in the next quarter.”
All of PRIER’s commercial products are listed in MasterSpec for specifying and product information by engineers, contractors, architects and facility owners. BIM and REVIT files are available on www.prier.com.
RLS LLC, manufacturer of the Rapid Locking System line of flame-free press-to-connect fittings for HVAC and refrigeration systems, announces that Milwaukee® Tool, in partnership with RLS, has introduced RLS-compatible jaws for use with its popular M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ Press Tools. Available in sizes from 1/4″ – 1-3/8″, these new RLS ACR Press Jaws will allow Read more
RLS LLC, manufacturer of the Rapid Locking System line of flame-free press-to-connect fittings for HVAC and refrigeration systems, announces that Milwaukee® Tool, in partnership with RLS, has introduced RLS-compatible jaws for use with its popular M18™ FORCE LOGIC™ Press Tools.
Available in sizes from 1/4″ – 1-3/8″, these new RLS ACR Press Jaws will allow M18 tool users to take advantage of the time-saving and safety benefits of flame-free RLS press connections for HVAC/R, without needing to invest in a new press tool. These are the industry’s first jaws approved to press RLS fittings using 32 kN (kilonewton) tools.
In addition, the new Milwaukee jaws are also compatible with a wide range of other 32 kN tools on the market, including those from manufacturers such as RIDGID, Klauke, Viega, Dewalt, NovoPress and Rothenberger. Contractors who already own any of these tools will only need to purchase the Milwaukee jaws to begin installing RLS fittings.
Milwaukee’s RLS-compatible jaws will be sold exclusively through Milwaukee distributors. Contact Milwaukee or visit milwaukeetool.com for details. For more information on RLS press fittings, and a complete RLS Tool & Jaw Compatibility Matrix, visit rapidlockingsystem.com.
About RLS Fittings
RLS press fittings connect in 10 seconds using a battery-powered tool and jaws, replacing the time-consuming process of manually brazing HVAC/R joints. The fittings result in faster, more consistent connections that reduce total installed costs, while also increasing jobsite safety by eliminating the use of an open flame. More than 10 million RLS fittings have been successfully installed since their introduction in 2015