Watts today announced the BD1156 dial set boiler fill valve, which provides boiler installers and end users a faster, easier and safer way to fill hydronic heating systems. The BD911 is a combination of the BD1156 dial set boiler fill valve and a backflow preventer. With a simple-to-use push-button fast fill, the BD1156 provides a Read more
Pipes, Valves, & Fittings
Watts today announced the BD1156 dial set boiler fill valve, which provides boiler installers and end users a faster, easier and safer way to fill hydronic heating systems. The BD911 is a combination of the BD1156 dial set boiler fill valve and a backflow preventer.
With a simple-to-use push-button fast fill, the BD1156 provides a fill rate of 25 gpm, which speeds system start-up and saves installers time. A built-in auto-stop feature prevents the fast fill from over-pressurizing the system above 25 psi. Using the BD1156 or BD911 eliminates the need for a pressure gauge downstream. An easy-to-adjust 8- to 21-psi dial is visible from the top or front, offering installation flexibility. A stainless steel strainer protects the valve disc from fouling. Multiple connection options are available.
John Guest® introduces the new Reducer in 1/2” Stem x 3/8” CTS size for use in the Domestic Plumbing Market. This fitting is suitable for both Hot and Cold water plumbing/remodeling and Hydronic Heating applications. Without the need for any tools, users can easily connect or disconnect the reducer and can use it with copper Read more
John Guest® introduces the new Reducer in 1/2” Stem x 3/8” CTS size for use in the Domestic Plumbing Market.
This fitting is suitable for both Hot and Cold water plumbing/remodeling and Hydronic Heating applications. Without the need for any tools, users can easily connect or disconnect the reducer and can use it with copper, CPVC, or PEX pipe. It is manufactured from high quality engineered plastic with an EPDM O-Ring. Lead-free and corrosion-free, the reducer also incorporates the JG Twist and Lock® technology assuring users with additional security.
Also offered in two sizes of 3/4” Stem x 1/2” CTS and 1” Stem x 3/4” CTS, the new reducer is both NSF and IAPMO approved for domestic plumbing in the U.S. and Canada and is now available for sale.
Lake Havasu City, AZ July 25, 2016 – The EZ-ON Hose Press assembles both straight and angled push-on fittings in a matter of seconds without heating the hose. It consists of a stationary vice to secure the fitting and a travelling carriage to clamp the hose. The hose is then pushed onto the barb of Read more
Lake Havasu City, AZ July 25, 2016 – The EZ-ON Hose Press assembles both straight and angled push-on fittings in a matter of seconds without heating the hose. It consists of a stationary vice to secure the fitting and a travelling carriage to clamp the hose. The hose is then pushed onto the barb of the fitting with a battery-powered impact gun.
“The compact size and custom carrying case make it simple to transport to job sites or to work in a small area if necessary,” said KOULtools owner Dick Raczuk. “But don’t let the small size fool you, it’s constructed of investment cast steel and delivers enough pressure to install any style of push-on hose.”
EZ-ON Hose Press Details
- Retails for $250.
- Installs 1/4″ to 1″ I.D. hose.
- Works with straight and angled fittings.
- Includes a custom carrying case.
- Weight – 14 lbs.
- Size – 9″ x 5″
About KOULtools
KOULtools manufactures an assortment of specialty tools for automotive, marine, industrial, and aircraft plumbing operations. It’s the brainchild of Dick Raczuk, former owner of Kerker Exhaust, whose life-long involvement in the go-kart, motorcycle, and automotive industries has brought him to discover and develop innovative solutions for hose assembly and hard line sealing issues.
For more information visit: koultools.com
Contact: Dick Raczuk,
Phone: 928-854-6706
Email: koultools@gmail.com
John Guest® presents the new Black Shut-Off Valve in 1/2” CTS for use in the U.S. domestic plumbing market. The Shut-Off Valve includes both an indicator arrow displaying the off position and two interchangeable buttons for color coding hot and cold water. This feature allows users to quickly identify the differences in water temperature. The Read more
John Guest® presents the new Black Shut-Off Valve in 1/2” CTS for use in the U.S. domestic plumbing market.
The Shut-Off Valve includes both an indicator arrow displaying the off position and two interchangeable buttons for color coding hot and cold water. This feature allows users to quickly identify the differences in water temperature. The valve also provides a firm 1/4 turn long handle to prevent unwanted movement allowing for both easy repair and installation purposes.
Manufactured from high quality engineered plastic, the black exterior is also UV stabilized allowing for functionality outdoors. Also offered in a 3/4” CTS size, the new Shut-Off Valve is now available for sale and complies with the latest edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code®.
Viega introduces eight new reducing tee configurations for the Viega MegaPress and MegaPressG system for joining schedule 5 to schedule 40 black iron pipe in sizes 1/2″ to 2″. The Viega MegaPress system uses modern cold press connections for pipe installation. The Viega MegaPress system is ideal for hydronic heat, chilled water, compressed air, fire Read more
Viega introduces eight new reducing tee configurations for the Viega MegaPress and MegaPressG system for joining schedule 5 to schedule 40 black iron pipe in sizes 1/2″ to 2″.
The Viega MegaPress system uses modern cold press connections for pipe installation. The Viega MegaPress system is ideal for hydronic heat, chilled water, compressed air, fire sprinkler systems, low pressure steam and vacuum lines. Viega MegaPressG fittings are designed for use in fuel oil and natural gas applications.
The new tees include the following sizes and configurations:
• MegaPress reducing tee, P x P x P, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 1/2″
• MegaPress reducing tee, P x P x P, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 3/4″
• MegaPressG reducing tee, P x P x P, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 1/2″
• MegaPressG reducing tee, P x P x P, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 3/4″
• MegaPress reducing adapter, P x P x FPT, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 3/4″
• MegaPress reducing adapter, P x P x FPT, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 1″
• MegaPressG reducing adapter, P x P x FPT, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 3/4″
• MegaPressG reducing adapter, P x P x FPT, 1 1/4″ x 1 1/4″ x 1″
“Viega is happy to introduce these new tee configurations to the innovative MegaPress system,” said Derek Bower, product director, metal systems at Viega. “The continuously expanding Viega MegaPress line makes it even easier to use press technology on black iron pipe for a variety of applications.”
More than 200 Viega MegaPress fittings are available ranging in sizes from 1/2 to 2 inches that include elbows, couplings, reducers, tees, reducing tees, threaded adapters, caps, flanges and unions. The fittings use a stainless steel grip ring with an EPDM sealing element for the Viega MegaPress system, or HNBR for the Viega MegaPressG, along with a stainless steel separator ring that ensures the sealing element and grip ring perform at maximum capacity.
Ideal for industrial, commercial and residential applications, the Viega MegaPress system is easy to use, flameless and environmentally friendly. It makes secure, water-tight and air-tight connections in less than seven seconds. The system performs well in both new installations and retrofit projects. The innovative addition to Viega’s product line leaves no joining material buildup, exposed threads or tarnish creating a clean, professional appearance.
The patented Smart Connect® feature, available only from Viega, provides installers with added confidence in their ability to ensure the integrity of connections.
Since the Viega MegaPress system is flameless, it is safer than traditional systems and eliminates the need for hot permits. The system is clean, requiring no welding rods or cutting oils. It can be installed under flow conditions, making it ideal for maintenance or emergency repair jobs, and reducing costly downtime by decreasing plant shutdowns. The press technology for the system maintains the structural integrity of the pipe.
Viega’s MegaPress system is FM compliant for fire sprinkler applications and ASME B31 compliant for pressure and boiler piping and MegaPressG fittings are CSA LC4 compliant for fuel gas and oil applications. The system exceeds the most rigorous testing codes and standards in North America and is warranted against defects and workmanship.
About Viega:
The Viega Group, with a tradition of innovation for more than 115 years, has approximately 3,800 employees worldwide and is among the leading manufacturers of pipe fitting installation technology. In metal press systems for industrial, commercial and residential projects, the company is the global market leader. In the U.S., Viega LLC employs nearly 500 people and offers more than 3,000 products. These include Viega ProPress® for copper and stainless, Viega MegaPress® for black iron pipe and Viega PEX Press systems in Zero Lead™ bronze and high-performance polymer. Viega also specializes in the design, production and installation of ProRadiant™ heating and cooling systems. For more information, visit www.viega.us.