BrassCraft® Safety+PLUS® excess flow valves and connectors incorporate state-of-the-art technology with precision engineering, providing an advanced solution to homeowners that helps protect against gas related fires and explosions. In the event of a gas line rupture or disconnect, the Safety+PLUS® valve automatically activates to restrict gas flow at the appliance. This immediate action helps avert Read more
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BrassCraft® Safety+PLUS® excess flow valves and connectors incorporate state-of-the-art technology with precision engineering, providing an advanced solution to homeowners that helps protect against gas related fires and explosions. In the event of a gas line rupture or disconnect, the Safety+PLUS® valve automatically activates to restrict gas flow at the appliance. This immediate action helps avert the potential for a hazardous buildup of gas in the home. Gas flow is controlled at the appliance where the rupture occurred; the rest of the home’s system will continue to function. The valve will remain activated until the gas line is properly repaired. Once repaired, the Safety+PLUS® valve automatically resets to restore normal gas flow to the appliance.
Safety+PLUS Advantage® gas connectors combine excess flow technology with the advanced corrosion resistance of the ProCoat® polymer coating, to provide a safer connector for your home. The coating effectively protects the connector from prolonged exposure to most harsh household chemicals that can cause deterioration and pinhole leaks.
For more information on BrassCraft’s gas supplies, go to: http://www.brasscraft.com/products.aspx?id=5
And to help with home maintenance, BrassCraft Manufacturing Co. through its Cobra® Tools brand also provides products to help maintain dryer lint traps, refrigerator coils and dryer vents. Maintenance of home appliances is essential for top performance and fire prevention.
For more information about home maintenance products, go to: http://www.cobraus.com/Products.aspx?Id=1011
Viega Climate Mat system installed to create innovative heated drying slab. Viega was awarded Plastic Pipe Institute’s (PPI) 2016 “Project of the Year” award in the building and construction division for its Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency (BBARWA) heating bed project. Each year, PPI, a manufacturing-based trade association representing all segments of the plastic Read more
Viega Climate Mat system installed to create innovative heated drying slab.
Viega was awarded Plastic Pipe Institute’s (PPI) 2016 “Project of the Year” award in the building and construction division for its Big Bear Area Regional Wastewater Agency (BBARWA) heating bed project.
Each year, PPI, a manufacturing-based trade association representing all segments of the plastic pipe industry, recognizes member-company projects for significant achievements involving the use of polyethylene pipe.
“This system is self-operational and I’ve had zero maintenance issues with it from Viega’s side of things,” said Fred Uhler, plant manager, BBARWA. “Viega was able to answer our call for this unique project.”
The BBARWA, located in Big Bear, Calif., contacted Viega Radiant Design Services with a project that needed an innovative solution to reduce the water content and weight of sludge. Viega developed a heated slab for the sludge to dry on for enclosed and ventilated space.
BBARWA installed Viega’s innovative Climate Mat. Arriving on the job site in a pre-assembled roll, Viega Climate Mat is best for applications over 10,000 square feet and comes complete with temporary supply-and-return headers and tubing. Installation is as easy as unrolling and securing, so there’s no concern about proper spacing or laying individual circuits. The mat system is also pre-pressurized and numbered for accurate placement.
“Viega is truly honored to receive this award from our partners in the plastics pipe industry,” said David Desjardins, product manager, heating and cooling, Viega. “The BBARWA project showed Viega’s strength in designing solutions that can improve lives, reduce energy usage and help protect the environment.”
“As far as we know, this is the first time PEX tubing has been used to dry treated sludge,” said Tony Radoszewski, president, PPI. “Drying the sludge before it is trucked to the composting facility removes water to make it lighter, which saves a significant amount of money in transportation.”
The project used approximately 22,500 linear feet of 5/8-inch ViegaPEX™ Barrier crosslinked polyethylene tubing at nine-inch centers to make up the Climate Mats and cover the 16,000-square foot slab area. Before the slab was poured, the pre-engineered mat system was rolled out and installed in less than a day.
About PPI:
The Plastics Pipe Institute is the major trade association representing all segments of the plastic pipe industry and is dedicated to promoting plastics as the material of choice for pipe applications. PPI is the premier technical, engineering and industry knowledge resource publishing data for use in development and design of plastic pipe systems. Additionally, PPI collaborates with industry organizations that set standards for manufacturing practices and installation methods.
New ProPEX® offering allows even more opportunities to transition to PEX in commercial piping applications.Apple Valley, Minn., Oct. 18, 2016 — Targeted for commercial hydronic heating and cooling systems, Uponor North America (Uponor) is now offering code-listed, commercial-grade, ProPEX® brass transition fittings in sizes from ½” to 2″.”Using these new brass transition fittings with Uponor’s Read more
New ProPEX® offering allows even more opportunities to transition to PEX in commercial piping applications.Apple Valley, Minn., Oct. 18, 2016 — Targeted for commercial hydronic heating and cooling systems, Uponor North America (Uponor) is now offering code-listed, commercial-grade, ProPEX® brass transition fittings in sizes from ½” to 2″.”Using these new brass transition fittings with Uponor’s Wirsbo hePEX™ oxygen-barrier pipe is a very durable, cost-effective solution for transporting water to HVAC terminal units,” says Mark Hudoba, director, Heating and Cooling at Uponor.The complete offering, which is manufactured from high-quality, C36000 brass, includes 31 transition fittings that convert ProPEX connections to male thread, female thread, copper tubing sweat, copper fitting sweat and copper fitting press. Note that because these are C36000 brass fittings, they are not for potable applications.
Source: Uponor offers new brass transition fittings for hydronic piping systems
The Pro-Connect PP-R Pro lineup has expanded to include transitional FIP x PP-R and FIP x PP-RCT ball valves along with stem extension kits. These valves feature fully integrated PP-R or PP-RCT socket connections, available in nominal sizes 3/4” – 2”. Stem extension kits accommodating up to 2” of insulation are now available for use Read more
The Pro-Connect PP-R Pro lineup has expanded to include transitional FIP x PP-R and FIP x PP-RCT ball valves along with stem extension kits. These valves feature fully integrated PP-R or PP-RCT socket connections, available in nominal sizes 3/4” – 2”. Stem extension kits accommodating up to 2” of insulation are now available for use with the entire PP-R Pro product line. GUARANTEED FOR LIFE. Learn more at WebstoneValves.com/PP-R-Pro. Founded in 1954, Webstone now operates as a brand of NIBCO and is recognized as an industry leader for innovative design of residential and commercial valves used in plumbing, hydronic, radiant, solar and geothermal applications. These designs focus on time and space saving concepts that simplify future maintenance and upkeep of all piping systems. Some of Webstone’s trademarked and patented items include; Hydro-Core™, The Isolator®, Isolator EXP™, Pro-Connect™, and Pro-Pal® step saving valves.
Dormont today upheld its safety-first initiative by announcing its new SmartSense™ Excess Flow Valve & Thermal Shutoff device. Designed to help protect against excessive gas flows, gas-related fires, and even explosions, SmartSense’s advanced dual-sensing technology sets new industry standards for ensuring residential gas appliance connection safety. SmartSense features an internal valve mechanism that automatically reduces Read more
Dormont today upheld its safety-first initiative by announcing its new SmartSense™ Excess Flow Valve & Thermal Shutoff device. Designed to help protect against excessive gas flows, gas-related fires, and even explosions, SmartSense’s advanced dual-sensing technology sets new industry standards for ensuring residential gas appliance connection safety.
SmartSense features an internal valve mechanism that automatically reduces gas flow in the event of a dangerous downstream gas line rupture. Gas flow to the in-home appliance is thereby restricted until an upstream manual shutoff valve is closed or the gas leak is repaired. Once fixed, SmartSense automatically resets and a normal gas flow is restored to the appliance.
SmartSense also includes thermal shutoff capabilities to detect increased temperatures and terminate gas flow, thereby minimizing or preventing damages within your home. Each valve, constructed with an internal sensing ring, activates and automatically stops gas flow to your in-home appliance when exposed to temperatures between 350°F and 425°F.
The Dormont SmartSense is easily installed and remains compatible with modern residential gas appliances. Both CSA design-certified and California DSA-listed, the SmartSense device can be mounted either horizontally or vertically with gas appliances. The Dormont SmartSense is Made in the USA.
To learn more visit www.dormont.com.
About Dormont
Dormont, a Watts Water Technologies company, is a leading manufacturer of safe, high-quality stainless steel gas connectors and related safety devices including the iconic Blue Hose™ connector. Dormont is a recognized leader in the gas connection business with a proven performance record that spans over 50 years and more than 140 million safe installations worldwide. For more information, visit www.dormont.com.