Features best in-pipe image, navigation flexibility and digital zoom/pan for enhanced traceability RIDGID®, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, introduces the first reel of its kind to provide digital self-leveling with no moving parts, the SeeSnake® Mini Pro Inspection Camera with TruSense® Technology. It is the latest reel in the RIDGID portfolio of inspection Read more
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Features best in-pipe image, navigation flexibility and digital zoom/pan for enhanced traceability
RIDGID®, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, introduces the first reel of its kind to provide digital self-leveling with no moving parts, the SeeSnake® Mini Pro Inspection Camera with TruSense® Technology. It is the latest reel in the RIDGID portfolio of inspection and drain cleaning tools, each designed to complement each other and provide the strongest breadth and depth of products to help meet the toughest jobsite challenges.
The small, yet rugged Mini Pro is designed to inspect up to 200 feet of 1.5- to 8-inch pipe with its mid-flex push cable that can navigate hard 90-degree bends. Its innovative 25 mm digital self-leveling camera always keeps the in-pipe image upright and is shorter than the traditional 25 mm camera head.
“The industry-first digital capabilities of the Mini Pro take pipe inspection to a whole new level,” said Kelsey David, product manager, RIDGID for Emerson. “The smooth in-pipe images that remain upright at all times combine with enhanced in-pipe location and positioning capabilities to increase user confidence and improve pipe inspection efficiency.”
TruSense establishes a two-way datalink between the camera head and a TruSense enabled monitor. With TruSense, advanced sensors on the camera head convey valuable information about the in-pipe environment, including the high-dynamic range (HDR) image sensor that offers bright, clear in-pipe imaging in difficult lighting conditions. The TiltSense™ Inclinometer measures the camera’s angle and displays the degree of tilt on the monitor – giving professionals a useful indicator of the pitch of the camera in-pipe. Digital zoom/pan provides the ability to focus on a single point of interest for a better understanding and view of what’s happening in-pipe.
The Mini Pro is backed by the manufacturer’s RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty.
To purchase or learn more about the Mini Pro and the entire line of RIDGID inspection solutions, visit RIDGID.com, or call toll-free: 1-800-4RIDGID.
DIYers are often resourceful when it comes to caring for their homes, but some home repair tasks require professional expertise to complete safely and correctly. Even what is thought to be simple plumbing jobs have the potential to turn into major, costly repairs if done incorrectly, so it’s best you hand off any, and all Read more
DIYers are often resourceful when it comes to caring for their homes, but some home repair tasks require professional expertise to complete safely and correctly. Even what is thought to be simple plumbing jobs have the potential to turn into major, costly repairs if done incorrectly, so it’s best you hand off any, and all plumbing needs to a licensed plumber who has the training and experience necessary for successful execution. Here are some of the more common plumbing tasks homeowners should avoid doing themselves.
1. Water Heater Repair or Replacement
Water heaters are complex machines, and attempting to repair one yourself can be dangerous. If your water heater is malfunctioning, calling a professional to safely diagnose the issue and recommend the appropriate course of action is best. The same goes for water heater replacement; be sure to leave it to the professionals to ensure a safe and successful installation. You must also know local building codes, as some require a licensed professional to install a water heater. The potential fines for noncompliance could easily outweigh the cost of a professional installation.
2. Sewer Line Repair
2. Sewer Line RepairYour home’s sewer line is responsible for safely transporting wastewater to the municipal sewer system, so any repairs or maintenance should be left to a licensed plumber. The job is often labor-intensive and can involve digging up your lawn, so it’s best to leave this task to the pros who have experience safely and correctly handling such a complex job.
Inspecting your drain lines, toilets, and other plumbing fixtures, you can look for signs of a sewer line issue. If you notice any backup or clogs, it’s time to call in a plumber. Other common signs of a sewer line issue include gurgling sounds from the drains, water pooling in the yard, and foul odors.
3. Roof Leaks
Roof leaks can cause significant damage to your home’s interior and be time-consuming to locate and fix. While small roof leaks may seem like a do-it-yourself job, leaving this one to the pros with the expertise and tools necessary for successful waterproofing is best. A roof plumber Sydney will be able to identify any other potential causes for the leak, such as a faulty gutter or loose shingles. The cost of a professional roof inspection is typically much less than the cost of repairing water damage caused by an undetected leak.
4. Gas Line Installation and Repair
Imagine trying to fix your gas line only to end up making a mistake and causing an explosion. This is why all gas line repair and installation needs should be handled by a licensed plumber who understands the risks associated with such a job. Gas lines can become damaged over time due to corrosion or may need to be installed when building a new home. Attempting either of these tasks yourself could have potentially dangerous consequences; leaving gas line repair and installation to the professionals is best.
5. Dewatering
After a heavy downpour or a burst pipe, water can seep into your home and cause damage to the structure. A professional plumber has the tools and experience necessary to efficiently remove all standing water from the area and assess any damage that may have occurred.
This is an essential step in the repair process, as it helps prevent mold growth which can cause serious health issues for your family. A professional plumber can also advise on the best waterproofing solution for your home.
Regardless of your plumbing task, it’s important to remember that some jobs are too complex to tackle alone. If you feel ill-equipped or need help with how to proceed, it’s always best to call in a professional who can help ensure your safety and the project’s success. The cost of hiring a professional is often much less than the potential fines or damage you could incur by attempting the job yourself. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that the job was done right.
Having a proper drainage system is imperative to protecting your home and avoiding expensive water damage, especially during rainstorms. Without quality drainage, water will gather in your home’s yard, ruining its foundation, damaging its foundation, and drawing insects. Here are important strategies for pinpointing and remedying drainage problems before they result in major repair bills Read more
Having a proper drainage system is imperative to protecting your home and avoiding expensive water damage, especially during rainstorms. Without quality drainage, water will gather in your home’s yard, ruining its foundation, damaging its foundation, and drawing insects. Here are important strategies for pinpointing and remedying drainage problems before they result in major repair bills.
Improper Grading Within Your Home
The sloping or level of the land surrounding your home is referred to as grading. Incorrect grading can lead to surface craters that could trap water, or even cause it to flow to your home. Damaging your lawn and attracting mold, termites, mosquitoes, and other pests. Re-sloping sections of your home’s yard will aid in redirecting the course of water. However, if doing this doesn’t solve the problem, installing a dry well or French drain will help distribute the water over a vast area.
Downspout Problems
By installing downspouts, you can direct the water flow away from your yard. If you notice water gathering directly underneath any downspout after a storm, then it was either improperly installed or too short. With time, this pooling water will trickle into your foundation, resulting in basement flooding or foundation cracks. If the downspouts in your home drain are close to its foundation, then you should consider installing extensions to aid in preventing soil erosion, tripping hazards, and pooling water. To do this, you’ll need a professional plumber. If you reside in Australia, DCM Plumbing & Drainage is a plumber on the Gold Coast that could get this done.
Incorrect Landscaping
The placement of walkways and patios, the setup of your home’s garden, and other certain DIY home projects can unintentionally result in water drainage problems. In your garden setup, ensure you slope the mulch and topsoil away from the house. Using gravel and rocks to line your garden bed can also aid in diverting the flow of water away from your home and toward a drain. If you are looking to add a patio or anything with a solid surface to your home, contact landscaping professionals for better installation.
Clogged Gutters
Regularly cleaning and clearing your gutters is a fundamental part of ensuring functional water drainage in your home. Blocked gutters can overflow, causing water to flow into your home’s yard and gather close to your home’s foundation. Besides regularly clearing your gutters, installing gutter covers will aid in preventing sticks, leaves, and other debris from gathering up and stopping water from flowing away from the house.
Obstructed or Broken Sewer Pipes
If water is incorrectly routed from your home’s gutters, the resulting soil erosion will affect the stability of your foundation. Concrete slab dislocation or minor sinking can result in contaminated water, broken pipes, and plumbing safety risks. Roots can invade and block pipes, causing more drainage problems. The first step to dealing with this is by identifying the broken pipes. Consider hiring a professional to carry out a sewer scope inspection.
Homeowners often overlook the drainage system, which can cause several major and irreversible issues if left unattended. However, with these strategies, you can avoid drainage problems and save yourself a lot of money.
At 850 pounds and 152 inches long, the 72-120 in. Test-Ball® Plug features best-in-class design to ensure optimal performance and safety Cherne Industries, part of the Oatey Co. family of companies, today introduced its 72-120 inch Test-Ball® Plug. The world’s largest test ball, it blocks flow in the biggest pipes in sanitary and storm sewer Read more
At 850 pounds and 152 inches long, the 72-120 in. Test-Ball® Plug features best-in-class design to ensure optimal performance and safety
Cherne Industries, part of the Oatey Co. family of companies, today introduced its 72-120 inch Test-Ball® Plug. The world’s largest test ball, it blocks flow in the biggest pipes in sanitary and storm sewer systems, up to 120 in. The plug is the latest addition to Cherne’s comprehensive, market-leading catalog of pipe plug, blocking and testing products.
Cherne’s 72-120 in. Test-Ball Plug was carefully developed with an optimized design that offers improved performance and safety. Accommodating a back pressure of up to 6 psi, the plug weighs 850 pounds and is 152 inches long. It is made from tough, tear-resistant natural rubber and features ¾ inch eyebolts that provide superior holding strength. A field-replaceable pressure relief valve prevents over-inflation, and an aluminum end plate minimizes rust and corrosion.
For more information, visit cherneind.com.
Milwaukee Tool is driving innovation by offering the ability to clear clogs in more drain lines at larger capacity with the new M18™ FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake for 1-½” – 4” Pipes. Featuring a user driven design to provide a portable solution with the power to complete multiple jobs on one charge, the chain Read more
M18 FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake for 1-1/2” – 4” Pipes
Milwaukee Tool is driving innovation by offering the ability to clear clogs in more drain lines at larger capacity with the new M18™ FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake for 1-½” – 4” Pipes. Featuring a user driven design to provide a portable solution with the power to complete multiple jobs on one charge, the chain snake leverages high speed and chain knocker heads, which are optimized to efficiently clear grease and descale pipes. This tool is the ideal solution for tackling blockages in kitchen sinks, floor drains, toilets and main lines.
Delivering full power at max distance, the M18™ FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake can descale up to 75-feet out for the easiest, most controlled wall-to-wall clean. The chain snake’s user driven design features a variable speed dial and durable electronic foot pedal for more control in the line, along with a mechanical clutch to protect the cable in the application. The partially enclosed drum allows for mess containment and easy access for cable cleaning and field repair. The telescoping handle paired with the durable wheel base gives users the portability needed for easy transportation on and off the jobsite. With the power to complete multiple jobs on one charge, the high speed chain snake can clear up to 150-feet of scale build-up when paired with the included M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ HD 12.0 battery packs.
In addition to the high speed chain snake, Milwaukee is launching 1-½”, 2”, 3”, and 4” Standard Chain Knockers, as well as 1-½”, 2”, 3”, and 4” Carbide Chain Knockers, both for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable. The standard chain knockers are optimized to clear grease and soft blockages and are best used in PVC, clay, or fragile pipes. The carbide chain knockers can tackle scale build-up, hard deposits, grease, and tough blockages and are best used in cast iron and other hard-walled pipes. All the new chain knockers have a rust-guard coating and feature stainless steel set screws for corrosion resistance.
Milwaukee Tool is committed to providing drain cleaning professionals with the most portable and versatile sewer and drain maintenance solutions. The company is dedicated to continuing investment in technology to build solutions from the ground-up that provide drain cleaning professionals an easier way to get on and off the job with less hassle, so they can service more calls. Milwaukee offers the only complete lineup of cordless drain cleaning tools and pipe inspection solutions for fixtures to sewer lateral lines. This high speed chain snake is part of the M18™ System, now offering more than 250 power tool solutions.
*M18 FUEL™ is engineered for the most demanding tradesmen in the world. Delivering unrivaled performance, all M18 FUEL™ products feature three Milwaukee®-exclusive innovations—The POWERSTATE™ Brushless Motor, REDLITHIUM™ Battery Pack and REDLINK PLUS™ Intelligence Hardware and Software—that deliver unmatched power, run-time, and durability on the jobsite. Simply put, M18 FUEL™ tools are the most powerful 18V cordless tools in their class.
LAUNCH DATE
May 2023
MSRP
$2,499.99
Specifications
M18™ FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake for 1-1/2” – 4” Pipes (2819-22)
- Pipe Capacity: 1-½” – 4”
- Length: 24.5”
- Height: 28”
- Weight w/o Battery: 63 lbs
- Tool Warranty: 5 year
Kit Includes: (1) M18™ FUEL™ High Speed Chain Snake for 1-1/2” – 4” Pipes (2819-22), (2) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ 12.0 Battery Packs (48-11-1812), (1) M18™ & M12™ Rapid Charger (48-59-1808), (1) 5/16” x 75’ Cable (48-53-2819), (1) 1-½” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable (48-53-3020), (1) 2” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable (48-53-2021), (1) 3” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable (48-53-3022), (1) 4” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable (48-53-3023), (1) 250ml Oil Bottle, (20) Stainless Set Screws (2) Cable Replacement Pins (1) Hex Key (1) Extra Sheath Segment
Accessories and Cables
5/16” x 75’ Chain Snake Cable 48-53-2819
1-½” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3020
2” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-2021
3” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3022
4” Standard Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3023
1-½” Carbide Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3024
2” Carbide Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3025
3” Carbide Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3026
4” Carbide Chain Knocker for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3027
Grease Penetrating Head for 5/16” Chain Snake Cable 48-53-3028