The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) announced today that its Building & Construction Division (BCD) has elected Bill Melvin of Legend Valve (Auburn Hills, MI) as Division Chair and Jim Paschal of Aquatherm (Lindon, UT) as Vice Chair. Melvin, who will also represent the division on the PPI Board of Directors for the next two Read more
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The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) announced today that its Building & Construction Division (BCD) has elected Bill Melvin of Legend Valve (Auburn Hills, MI) as Division Chair and Jim Paschal of Aquatherm (Lindon, UT) as Vice Chair. Melvin, who will also represent the division on the PPI Board of Directors for the next two years, takes over from Joseph Poniatowski of Asahi/America. The changes took effect June 1, 2024. PPI’s BCD focuses on pressure piping materials for plumbing and mechanical applications.
Jim Paschal (left) of Aquatherm, new Vice Chair and Bill Melvin (right) of Legend Valve new Chair of PPI’s Building & Construction Division with Lance McNevin, the engineering director for the division.
Bill Melvin has served on the Management Committee in several roles, including the Communications Committee Chair and Vice Chair. Jim Paschal also serves as Chair of PPI’s Polypropylene Pressure Pipe Steering Committee and formerly served as R&D Projects Chair. That position will now be filled by Rick Stock of Uponor. Brian Conner of Charlotte Pipe and Foundry joins the committee as Codes & Governments Affairs Committee Liaison.
Rick Stock, Uponor
Adam Grier of iNOEX serves as the Communications Committee Chair, and also as Chair of the PPI Umbrella Marketing Committee. Jason McKinnon of Viega LLC serves as the PPI Education Committee Chair and also as the BCD Education Chair, a position he has held for more than eight years. Forest Hampton III of Lubrizol continues as Advisory Council Liaison & Strategic Planning Chair.
According to Lance MacNevin, P. Eng., director of engineering for PPI’s Building & Construction Division, “PPI’s management committee members provide significant guidance to staff on topics from research, codes and standards to education and advocacy. These new leadership positions solidify their continued commitments to PPI and the piping industry. We are grateful for the volunteer service of these dedicated members.”
Brian Conner, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry
PPI is the major North American trade association representing the plastic pipe industry. The Building & Construction Division represents plastic pressure piping materials such as CPVC, HDPE, PEX, PE-RT, PP-R, and PP-RCT.
More information can be found at https://plasticpipe.org/buildingconstruction
Legend Valve, a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality plumbing, valves, and fittings, is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the ClearLOC™ push to-connect Fitting System. ClearLOC™ offers the fastest installation method among push-to-connect fittings systems. Simply cut the tube, insert it into the fitting, and push to confirm the connection. This Read more
Legend Valve, a leading manufacturer and supplier of high-quality plumbing,
valves, and fittings, is excited to announce the launch of its latest innovation, the ClearLOC™ push to-connect Fitting System.
ClearLOC™ offers the fastest installation method among push-to-connect fittings systems. Simply cut the tube, insert it into the fitting, and push to confirm the connection. This streamlined method ensures efficiency and reliability for plumbing professionals.
The ClearLOC™ Fitting System features an advanced engineered transparent PPSU (polyphenylsulfone) resin, the same as standard plastic PEX fittings. However, ClearLOC sets itself apart with its transparent body and Stainless-Steel end connection points. The transparent body lets plumbers visually verify the connection point, ensuring the tube reaches the integrated stop.
ClearLOC installs 50% faster by eliminating the need to measure tube insertion depth. ClearLOC is compatible with PE-RT / PEX, CPVC, and Copper tube sizes from 1/2”, 3/4”, to 1”. The fittings system is a fully removable and reusable. Use a standard push-fit removal tool to push the release collar inward to remove the fitting. Once depressed, the collar allows for easy removal of the tube.
ClearLOC is available starting May 21st, 2024, at your nearest plumbing wholesaler.
With over 35 years of experience, Legend Valve is renowned for its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. The company continues to be an industry leader in developing new products that meet the evolving needs of plumbing professionals.
“We are thrilled to introduce the ClearLOC™ Fitting System to the market,” said Jeff Shreiner, VP Sales for Legend. “This product represents a significant advancement in plumbing technology, with a 50% faster installation than traditional push-fit fittings.”
For more information about ClearLOC™, please contact:
Wade A. Tennant
Director of Marketing,
Wade.tennant@legendvalve.com
248-630-7400