Homeowners continue to have growing concerns about their home’s water in relation to both potential water impurities and hard water issues. In fact, 84% of respondents in Gallup poll ranked water pollution as a number one environmental concern and more than 85% of US households have hard water which can potentially destroy plumbing pipes and Read more
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Homeowners continue to have growing concerns about their home’s water in relation to both potential water impurities and hard water issues. In fact, 84% of respondents in Gallup poll ranked water pollution as a number one environmental concern and more than 85% of US households have hard water which can potentially destroy plumbing pipes and fixtures, as well as shorten the life of water-using appliances.
In an effort to provide a comprehensive solution in response to these concerns, Enviro Water Products, a leading manufacturer of technologically advanced, environmentally friendly water filtration and softening solutions, is introducing the Enviro Water Products Pro Combo System. Incorporating a four-stage Carbon Series water filter and a NaturSoft® System and a cutting-edge salt-free water softener, this professional grade combination provides a high quality whole home water solution that protects against contaminants, sediment and scale build-up, with a substantial savings to the consumer over the lifetime of the appliance.
In addition, you can also look for good quality and high-performance filtration systems, and Fleck makes a great whole house filter. It comes with a digital control head, touch controls, and LCD. Fleck water softener change hard water into soft water, which is clean and good for your health.
Gold Seal Certified by the Water Quality Association, the Enviro Water Products Pro Combo System features the salt-free NaturSoft System with advanced technology that uses no electricity and wastes no water in the softening process. Since no salt is, this environmentally-friendly solution provides a long-lasting, low maintenance and cost-saving option for the homeowner. Also, many states are beginning to ban salt-based softeners as they can waste up to 150 gallons of water per week and the waste water resulting from the discharge of salt brines can have a negative impact on the quality of water in groundwater basins, recycled water, and wastewaters.
From the Show Floor:
While at IBS/KBIS last week in Orlando we checked out the Pro Combo system by Enviro Water Products. This is a salt-free whole home filter/softener system that requires zero electricity, no salt and does not use water or brine for cleaning. The 5-stage system utilizes a 5-micron sediment filter for rust, silt, sand and debris. Activated carbon then filters hundreds of chemicals, bacteriostatic copper-zinc oxidation media then prevents and reduces bacteria and algae growth. The final stage softens at the molecular level without salt or chemicals.
They’ve got combos rated for up to 5, 10, 13, 20 & 34 gpm.
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The Bosch CORE18V Battery offers maximum power and performance while minimizing weight, an achievement that proves its claim as the best-built battery among leading competitors. The battery employs advanced Lithium-ion technology to deliver 80 percent more power than previous generation Bosch batteries. Next-generation, high-powered Bosch CORE18V cells are laser-welded and rail-connected for high efficiency, allowing Read more
The Bosch CORE18V Battery offers maximum power and performance while minimizing weight, an achievement that proves its claim as the best-built battery among leading competitors. The battery employs advanced Lithium-ion technology to deliver 80 percent more power than previous generation Bosch batteries. Next-generation, high-powered Bosch CORE18V cells are laser-welded and rail-connected for high efficiency, allowing CORE18V batteries to deliver better performance than competitive batteries that have up to 24 percent more weight and are up to 35 percent larger.1
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The Bosch CORE18V Battery offers optimized cell technology and an improved power connector within the 10 high-density cells that ensure lower internal resistance. That means higher currents can be drawn from the cells over a longer period of time.
Greater Performance, More Runtime
Bosch has answered the need for stronger and longer-lasting battery performance in high-load applications, where cordless tools have previously been unable to provide enough power and runtime. The Bosch CORE18V Battery delivers up to 20 percent longer runtime than previous-generation Bosch 6.0 Ah batteries and up to 50 percent longer than 5.0 Ah cells in extreme applications.2 Thanks to its next-generation cell technology and power efficiency, the CORE18V battery can generate more current to finish jobs that other batteries can’t. In addition, it’s the most compact and lightweight high-power battery available.3
“Bosch looks at battery power from the user perspective. What do users want? They want greater power and more runtime in a compact size, which is what CORE18V is all about,” said Theron Sherrod, product manager, Robert Bosch Tool Corporation. “CORE18V represents a big piece of the Bosch effort to build end-to-end product systems that offer superior performance, no matter what the job is. Based on increased power and runtime, plus backward compatibility across the full power tool lineup, we feel this is a step beyond battery power systems that are currently available.”
The battery housing of Bosch CORE18V is designed to transfer more heat to the outer surface, resulting in up to 35 percent better cooling effect than previous CoolPack batteries. The CoolPack 2.0 system employs advanced design to keep the battery cooler for better runtime and longer life; updated CoolPack technology provides up to 135 percent longer battery life than batteries that don’t have CoolPack technology.
In addition, this technology combined with reduced resistance and higher efficiency means that the battery is less likely to overheat during high-load applications.
Bosch CORE18V batteries provide 100 percent compatibility with all 18-volt Bosch Lithium-ion tools and chargers. Bosch is developing high-power tools to take full advantage of CORE battery technology.
To learn more about the Bosch GBA18V63 CORE18V 18V 6.3 Ah Battery or to find a local dealer, visit www.boschtools.com or call 877-BOSCH-99. Check out www.bethepro.com for additional tips and videos.
Bosch CORE18V 18V 6.3 Ah Battery Fact Box
| Product | Rating | Capacity | Fuel Gauge | Temperature Usage | Runtime vs Previous Bosch | Price |
| CORE18V 18V 6.3 Ah Battery | 18V | 6.3 Ah | Yes | down to -4F | 20% ≥ 6.0 Ah; 50% ≥ 5.0 Ah | US: $149
Canada: $199 |
1vs DeWalt FLEXVOLT 6.0 Ah and Milwaukee 9.0 Ah
2Based on independent testing – Intertek 2016 – runtime 5.0 Ah and 6.0 Ah
3vs DeWalt FLEXVOLT 6.0 Ah and Milwaukee 9.0 Ah
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Powers today unveiled a press connection option for select HydroGuard® mixing valves. With the press option, valves can be used in new construction, as well as in renovation projects as an alternative to a sweat/solder joint. Press technology provides a way to join copper tubing to brass and bronze valves more efficiently than with soldering Read more
Powers today unveiled a press connection option for select HydroGuard® mixing valves. With the press option, valves can be used in new construction, as well as in renovation projects as an alternative to a sweat/solder joint.
Press technology provides a way to join copper tubing to brass and bronze valves more efficiently than with soldering. This approach offers both time and labor savings over soldering.
Press connections also allow installers to create a watertight seal that is strong, consistent, and reliable and avoid soldering issues such as fire, smoke, and the need for fire watches.
For more information, visit www.PowersControls.com.
With an increasing demand for high quality, energy efficient heating products, ACV Triangle Tube is pleased to announce that they have invested in a new, state of the art production facility. Designed to streamline the manufacturing process and to produce goods at a higher capacity, this new facility utilizes a completely automated robotics line. This Read more
With an increasing demand for high quality, energy efficient heating products, ACV Triangle Tube is pleased to announce that they have invested in a new, state of the art production facility. Designed to streamline the manufacturing process and to produce goods at a higher capacity, this new facility utilizes a completely automated robotics line. This sophisticated production process employs laser welding for enhanced precision and accuracy. Unlike manual welding processes, this method eliminates the element of human error while assuring total consistency throughout all products. That change alone results in increased product longevity and overall reliability. The automation also promotes synergy across all their platforms by enabling the organization to satisfy growing global demands while improving overall product value. According to ACV Triangle Tube, “The investment made in this new facility signifies our long-term commitment to the heating and hot water industry”.
Manufacturing efforts will focus exclusively on the Smart indirect fired water heater line, specifically Smarts 30 through 60. (Smart 80 or higher will be unaffected.) Already celebrated for its unique “Tank-in-Tank” technology which enables it to have the lowest pressure drop in the industry, the Smart tank will receive some updates as production shifts to the new facility. One such update is the improved insulation, which will aid in reducing standby loss thereby increasing savings. The new welding technique will further increase the product’s superiority, giving homeowners continued peace of mind. However, for the sake of satisfying manufacturing demands and to standardize global production, the boiler connections have been moved to the left side of the unit. ACV Triangle Tube states that, “This change was one of the prerequisites in converting to an advanced production process and therefore was necessary in order to improve the product’s quality and satisfy growing demands. The excellence of a product is measured by a manufacturer’s willingness to consecrate its efforts on pleasing the customer and working together. We have demonstrated that in introducing the Fire Tube heat exchanger to the residential market and again with our exclusive “Tank-in-Tank” technology”.
Now ACV Triangle Tube continues their pursuit of space heating and hot water excellence with the addition of this modern manufacturing facility. To learn more please visit www.triangletube.com
Milwaukee Tool continues to expand their Storage Solutions with the introduction of the 18” Jobsite Rolling Bag and 24” HARDTOP™ Rolling Bag. The new Rolling Bags are designed from the ground-up to address the needs of professionals who need the most durable mobile solution to transport tools, accessories, and other materials to and from the Read more
Milwaukee Tool continues to expand their Storage Solutions with the introduction of the 18” Jobsite Rolling Bag and 24” HARDTOP™ Rolling Bag. The new Rolling Bags are designed from the ground-up to address the needs of professionals who need the most durable mobile solution to transport tools, accessories, and other materials to and from the jobsite.
Constructed with 1680D Ballistic Material, everything about the new Rolling Bags has been specifically designed to withstand the jobsite environment. 6” metal-rimmed, all-terrain wheels allow the Rolling Bags to easily roll over a variety of rough surfaces, and a metal through-axle secures the wheel providing a stronger connection and longer life in jobsite conditions. All-metal skid plates provide additional protection for the wheels and axle from impacts or when climbing stairs
One of the most common frustrations users have with other rolling bags available today is the weakness of the handles. To address this concern, Milwaukee® designed its own industrial-grade extension handle for the Rolling Bags, which is designed to survive in tough jobsite environments. The wider handle also produces a more comfortable grip during transportation.
Exclusive to the 24” HARDTOP™ Rolling Bag is a HARDTOP™ lid built for stacking. The HARDTOP™ is designed to withstand up to 250 lbs, making this the ideal solution for users who also like to use the Bag as a dolly. The 18” Jobsite Rolling Bag is designed to carry up to 200 lbs and is optimized to fit in a job box.
In addition to their extreme durability, the new Rolling Bags have also been optimized to provide maximum storage capability and versatility. Each comes equipped with a large assortment of pockets to meet an array of tool and accessory storage needs – the 18” Jobsite Rolling Bag with 66 pockets and the 24” HARDTOP™ Rolling Bag with 53. The main compartment provides a place to store larger tools, while a fold-down front portion of the bag reveals additional tool & equipment storage pockets. A dedicated puncture-resistant pocket provides a convenient storage area for sharp tools, such as jab saws, so they won’t cut up the interior of the bag.
Part of a growing line of storage solutions from Milwaukee, the new Rolling Bags will be available in February of 2017. Dedicated to delivering enhanced solutions to increase productivity, Milwaukee’s storage category will continue to grow and offer user-driven innovative solutions for the trades.