Today’s high-efficiency hydronic heating systems rely on optimal water quality to maintain peak performance. Iron oxide sludge, also called magnetite, can destroy water quality and, in turn, affect total system health. This black sludge is an unavoidable result of oxidation inside untreated hydronic systems, and it can cause loss of system efficiency and expensive damage Read more
Water Quality
Today’s high-efficiency hydronic heating systems rely on optimal water quality to maintain peak performance. Iron oxide sludge, also called magnetite, can destroy water quality and, in turn, affect total system health. This black sludge is an unavoidable result of oxidation inside untreated hydronic systems, and it can cause loss of system efficiency and expensive damage. According to Dr. Neil Watson, ADEY® Global Technical Director, “Nearly 70 percent of circulator pumps returned to pump manufacturers fail due to iron oxide and other water quality issues. Data also show that over 95 percent of debris in hydronic heating systems is made up of iron oxide.”
ADEY, a U.K.-based company launched in 2003, is introducing MagnaClean Micro2™ to the North American market to protect total system health. It features a unique, patented magnetic filtration system that, within minutes of installation, begins to capture and remove virtually all of the suspended iron oxide that collects in hydronic heating systems, restoring optimal water quality. MagnaClean Micro2 is specifically designed for smaller installations, making it ideal for tight spaces.
Designed for ¾-inch copper and ¾-inch NPT iron pipework, the MagnaClean Micro2 is suited for baseboard and smaller residential installations. The compact unit is easily fitted on the return pipe to the boiler/circulator via rapid-fit connectors. It can be installed in minutes and serviced even faster, due to the unit’s quick-release trigger, low-profile drain valve, and built-in air vent.
As contractors become all too familiar with the damaging effects of iron oxide sludge on today’s high-efficiency commercial hydronic heating and cooling installations, the need for a solution has been growing. ADEY® Professional Heating Solutions is answering that need with the introduction of the MagnaClean Commercial™ Magnetic Filter range to the North American market. MagnaClean Read more
As contractors become all too familiar with the damaging effects of iron oxide sludge on today’s high-efficiency commercial hydronic heating and cooling installations, the need for a solution has been growing. ADEY® Professional Heating Solutions is answering that need with the introduction of the MagnaClean Commercial™ Magnetic Filter range to the North American market.
MagnaClean Commercial’s unique, patented magnetic filtration system starts to work immediately upon installation, removing virtually all of the suspended iron oxide that collects in hydronic heating systems. “The removal of iron oxide is facilitated simply by the flow of water through a central magnetic core, which is populated by a series of magnetic rods inside the canister,” says Dr. Neil Watson, ADEY Global Technical Director.
By removing sludge from the system, MagnaClean Commercial restores peak performance and decreases maintenance costs over the life of the system. It also offers a solution for the most common complaints in commercial hydronic systems, including poor system circulation, blocked system pipes and radiators, and excessive system noise.
North Star Water Treatment Systems, a preferred water treatment systems provider to professional contractors through plumbing wholesale, launched a major brand overhaul this week. The effort was initiated to completely update the brand’s image and logo in order to better reflect its industry leading technology and expanding product offering. The company has been known as Read more
North Star Water Treatment Systems, a preferred water treatment systems provider to professional contractors through plumbing wholesale, launched a major brand overhaul this week. The effort was initiated to completely update the brand’s image and logo in order to better reflect its industry leading technology and expanding product offering. The company has been known as North Star Water Conditioning since its inception in 1992.
“We felt it was high time for our brand to better convey our modern technology and broader product portfolio,” comments Dave Duren, director of sales and marketing for North Star Water Treatment Systems. “Our old branding was too limiting and didn’t properly reflect the advanced technologies built into our products. And while plumbers and wholesalers have enjoyed our point-of-entry water softeners for many years, they haven’t always been aware that we also offer a dramatically expanding line of drinking water filtration and other products.”
The company plans to launch more than 50 new SKUs during the first six months of the year, including new POU filtration products, in-line whole home filtration and a new commercial water softener line, among others. The products will launch in phases beginning in February. “The plumbing channel has always loved our cutting-edge products and asked us to develop a broader line. We are answering their request in a major way,” Duren explains.
Wholesalers, contractors and consumers will see the new branding replace the older logos and images throughout the next few months. “We’re upgrading our product packaging, marketing collateral, website, you name it,” says Duren. “We want everyone to know us as North Star Water Treatment Systems and recognize our longevity and reliability.”
Located in Woodbury, Minnesota, North Star Water Treatment Systems is the professionals’ choice for water treatment and is distributed exclusively through plumbing wholesale. A member of the Marmon Water family and part of Berkshire Hathaway, the company has been manufacturing water treatment products since 1925. Marmon Water is the largest manufacturer of water treatment systems in the world.
The Solution to a Major Problem Lurking in Hydronic Heating Systems As the popularity of high-performance circulators and boilers increases, the very characteristics that are responsible for that increased level of performance are bringing a new problem to the forefront: iron oxide sludge, also called magnetite. This black sludge, an unavoidable result of oxidation inside untreated Read more
The Solution to a Major Problem Lurking in Hydronic Heating Systems
As the popularity of high-performance circulators and boilers increases, the very characteristics that are responsible for that increased level of performance are bringing a new problem to the forefront: iron oxide sludge, also called magnetite. This black sludge, an unavoidable result of oxidation inside untreated hydronic systems, is wreaking havoc in the form of expensive breakdowns and repairs.
To combat the problem, ADEY, a U.K.-based company launched in 2003, is bringing its proven solution to North America. ADEY’s MagnaClean Professional2™ features a unique, patented magnetic and non-magnetic filtration system that, within minutes of installation, begins to capture and remove virtually all of the suspended iron oxide that collects in hydronic heating systems.
Designed for ¾-inch copper and 1-inch NPT iron pipework, the MagnaClean Professional2 is ideal for residential applications. The MagnaClean Professional2 is a compact unit that is easily fitted on the return pipe to the boiler/circulator, via rapid-fit connectors. It can be installed in minutes, and can be serviced even faster, due to the unit’s quick-release trigger, low-profile drain valve, and built-in air vent.
By removing magnetic and non-magnetic debris, MagnaClean Professional2 not only extends the operational life of the hydronic system, but also offers benefits that save money and time for installers and homeowners.
This efficient, passive water filtering system is poised to replace older disinfection methods. US Water Systems, a trusted water treatment systems provider, has announced a revolutionary new water disinfection system. The Silecte™ quantum disinfection system uses an exclusive elemental P-type semiconductor technology to kill 99.99% of bacteria and other microorganisms in water, including E. coli Read more
This efficient, passive water filtering system is poised to replace older disinfection methods.
US Water Systems, a trusted water treatment systems provider, has announced a revolutionary new water disinfection system. The Silecte™ quantum disinfection system uses an exclusive elemental P-type semiconductor technology to kill 99.99% of bacteria and other microorganisms in water, including E. coli and P. aeruginosa. This breakthrough new water disinfection media requires no electricity and adds no chemicals to the water, making it one of the safest, most cost-effective systems available.
“Silecte™ Quantum Disinfection is the future of disinfection and the future is now!” says Mark Timmons, WQA Master Water Specialist and owner of US Water Systems. “This system should transcend chlorination, ozone, and ultraviolet as the most powerful disinfection process available.” Applications for Silecte™ water disinfection are far ranging, from small inline filters that can easily be added to existing residential water filtration systems, to column, vortex, or weir-based installations for laboratory, commercial and municipal purposes.
Quantum disinfection works completely unlike other disinfection methods, removing the electrons of bacteria and other microorganisms and killing them completely. Silecte™ also works quickly, needing just 0.01 seconds of contact time, requires little maintenance, and offers proven results. Testing by the U.S. Environmental Protection Association (EPA), NSF International, and other third-party agencies prove the effectiveness of Silecte™ X3 media. Please visit http://silecte.com for more information. US Water Systems is the master distributor of Silecte™ systems in the United States.
About US Water Systems
With decades of experience in the water treatment industry, US Water Systems manufactures a wide selection of water treatment solutions for both residential and commercial applications. Their experienced sales and service team is made up of former systems installers and water treatment technicians who provide trusted support to customers 6 days a week. Founder Mark Timmons, MWS, CI, CWR, has worked as a water industry expert for more than 40 years, and is one of the highest certified and longest tenured Certified Water Specialists by the Water Quality Association (WQA). For more information, please visit https://www.uswatersystems.com.