Pipes, Valves, & Fittings

ViegaPEX™ tubing line expanded to include purple PEX for reclaimed water applications. Viega LLC diversified its ViegaPEX tubing line, introducing ViegaPEX for reclaimed water. ViegaPEX tubing for reclaimed water has the highest rating for chlorine and is available in ½”, ¾” and 1″ sizes. With the same 25-year warranty as ViegaPEX tubing, new ViegaPEX for Read more

ViegaPEX™ tubing line expanded to include purple PEX for reclaimed water applications.

Viega LLC diversified its ViegaPEX tubing line, introducing ViegaPEX for reclaimed water.

ViegaPEX tubing for reclaimed water has the highest rating for chlorine and is available in ½”, ¾” and 1″ sizes. With the same 25-year warranty as ViegaPEX tubing, new ViegaPEX for reclaimed water comes to the market with the trust that professionals have already established with Viega. All Viega tubing is quality controlled, with the resin being manufactured by Viega.

“This product addition meets industry demands and diversifies Viega’s portfolio,” said Jeff Courtney, product director, plastics systems at Viega. “There is a growing demand for smart plumbing options and Viega has always been on the forefront of innovation, so adding ViegaPEX tubing for reclaimed water is a natural evolution for us.”

ViegaPEX tubing for reclaimed water can aid a home in receiving LEED® or National Green Building Standard™ points. Installation of the new tubing alongside other Viega PureFlow® solutions is seamless with system-matched tools and jaws.

The process of water reclamation varies, however, often after collection water is run through an in-home filtration system, and then is then reused in other areas of the home such as laundry, toilets and irrigation systems. Purple is the standard color of tubing for these reclaimed water lines. According to 2012 EPA Guidelines for Water Reuse, the use of recycled water in lieu of imported water for replenishing the groundwater has saved tens of millions of dollars a year in water purchases.

For more information, call 800-976-9819 or visit viega.us.

The new Gen-Eye Prism® video inspection system from General Pipe Cleaners lets you use a tablet or Smartphone to monitor your inspection work – and record it. No need to pay extra for a monitor or recording device. A Wi-Fi transmitter inside the Prism sends video to your designated device – up to 500 ft Read more

Gen-EyePrism(CU)The new Gen-Eye Prism® video inspection system from General Pipe Cleaners lets you use a tablet or Smartphone to monitor your inspection work – and record it.

No need to pay extra for a monitor or recording device. A Wi-Fi transmitter inside the Prism sends video to your designated device – up to 500 ft away.

The compact, rugged Prism Command Module weighs just 3 lbs – and can be mounted securely on any Gen-Eye® GL or POD reel. An expandable cradle on top of the unit safely supports a standard size tablet – and easily adjusts for optimal viewing. Optional brackets for mini-tablets and smartphones are also available.

The Prism offers all the features of full-size video inspection systems in a compact, fan-cooled package, including:

• On-screen distance counter to track how much push rod remains in the line
• Nine-page titler with full keyboard to add your company and job information to videos
• Power Port to keep your tablet or Smartphone charged during inspections
• Date and time stamps for your records
• LED Dimmer control

Complete systems feature a self-leveling color camera that automatically keeps the picture right side up – and 2″, 3″, and 6″ trap skids. Prism’s 512 Hz transmitter also permits quick, accurate camera tracking with General’s rugged, easy-to-use Hot Spot® pipe locator.

For more information, contact General’s Drain Brains® at 800-245-6200 or 412-771-6300, or visit www.drainbrain.com/prism.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A new video on Charlotte Pipe’s YouTube channel, youtube.com/charlottepipefoundry, shows a sound test of various DWV plumbing systems. Materials tested are cast iron soil pipe, solid wall PVC and foam core PVC, with and without insulation products. Users can watch the entire video or jump to the material they are most interested in viewing. Charlotte Pipe Read more

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A new video on Charlotte Pipe’s YouTube channel, youtube.com/charlottepipefoundry, shows a sound test of various DWV plumbing systems. Materials tested are cast iron soil pipe, solid wall PVC and foam core PVC, with and without insulation products. Users can watch the entire video or jump to the material they are most interested in viewing.

Charlotte Pipe performed this experiment after receiving questions about the sound of PVC systems and the best way to minimize the noise. Please note, this test is an experiment, not an endorsement of a pipe material or insulation. However, as you’ll see, cast iron does offer the quietest performance of all materials tested.

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is headquartered in Charlotte, NC, and has seven plant locations across the United States. Combining modern technology with a century of craftsmanship and experience, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry has a proud legacy of commitment to the industry and its customers. The company is guided by the philosophy of its founder – produce the best product possible and provide the best service for the customer.[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3UHWGEhqSw&feature=youtu.be”][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Characterized as the newest addition to our product line, the adapters and couplings for 1/2” and 5/8” copper tube sizes “Q” series can offer a unique solution in the field. Complete with a tighten-to-stop feature, this product creates superior grip strength and sealing capabilities with no guessing involved. In addition, the smaller size is an Read more

Characterized as the newest addition to our product line, the adapters and couplings for 1/2” and 5/8” copper tube sizes “Q” series can offer a unique solution in the field. Complete with a tighten-to-stop feature, this product creates superior grip strength and sealing capabilities with no guessing involved. In addition, the smaller size is an option not traditionally used in the U.S. market, making these adapters and couplings stand out even more.

Contact your A.Y. McDonald sales representative to gain more knowledge on the benefits and features of this product.

Sioux Chief continues to expand product lines as they announce intention to construct new headquarters facility at CenterPoint complex. Sioux Chief Manufacturing, makers of Rough-In plumbing copper and plastic supply fittings, PEX tubing, drainage fixtures and support hangers; has announced its intentions to construct a new headquarters facility in Kansas City, Missouri.Sioux Chief’s singular factory Read more

Sioux Chief continues to expand product lines as they announce intention to construct new headquarters facility at CenterPoint complex.

Sioux Chief Manufacturing, makers of Rough-In plumbing copper and plastic supply fittings, PEX tubing, drainage fixtures and support hangers; has announced its intentions to construct a new headquarters facility in Kansas City, Missouri.Sioux Chief’s singular factory and headquarters is currently located in the Kansas City suburb of Peculiar, Missouri.

The new manufacturing facility will be located in the NW corner of the CenterPoint complex in south Kansas City, formerly the site of Richards Gebaur Air Force Base.

Company overview – Sioux Chief Manufacturing Co., Inc. was founded in August of 1957 by the late Martin E. “Ed” Ismert, Jr., and began its operations, fabricating a single product line in a rented 3,000 square foot, third floor of the Double I Supply Company, a Kansas City, Kansas, plumbing wholesaler. In 1967, Sioux Chief relocated to Kansas City, Missouri and in 1970, moved to Grandview, Missouri, where it operated from 1970 until 1983, growing its line to two basic products and its employee base to 18.That year, the corporation purchased its own 22,500 sq. ft. building, located just south of Peculiar, Missouri, where it operates today in a 378,000 square foot plant, warehouse and office complex today we produce more than 100 different lines of product….comprising more than 7,000 different items.

Their Supply, Drainage and Support lines include many product and processing innovations the company has developed over the years. Sioux Chief Mfg. currently holds more than 30 U.S. Patents. Sioux Chief invests itself in technology, certifications, processes, inspections and evaluations on the front end so that they can hand the very best American made plumbing products to their customers on the front line, helping them to be successful.

As Sioux Chief looks to continue to expand, a focus has been placed on developing a long term real estate strategy. Their current site would allow for some expansion but could not accommodate the current need for 600,000 square feet, or the anticipated growth needs projected to one day be in excess of 1,000,000 square feet. The CenterPoint Intermodal site delivers both the space projection and promises a smoother transition, being relatively close to their existing campus. When Sioux Chief receives all the necessary approvals to proceed with this project, it will eventually relocate all of its corporate headquarters along with the majority of its manufacturing and distribution operations to Kansas City, Missouri. Plans include expanding its World-Class extrusion operation at its current location near Peculiar, as well as adding complementary operations there.

For more information on Sioux Chief Manufacturing, or its line of products, go to www.siouxchief.com.