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Plumbing code changes that help you

We have this tendency to curse the plumbing code.

Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD

October 22, 2014

Look for info on pumped-waste systems, trap seal protection and storm drainage sizing.

Uponor PEX to CPVC adapter fittings

September 25, 2014

Uponor’s ProPEX lead-free brass CPVC adapter fittings allow for transitioning from CPVC to PEX in hydronic distribution piping systems.

Viega lead-free press ball valves

Viega’s ProPress Zero Lead ball valves for Viega ProPress systems are made from silicon-bronze alloy and engineered for press technology.

August 15, 2014

Certified ASME A112.4-2004 and NSF-61G in sizes from 1/2” to 2”, they are suitable for use with ProPress fittings in copper for potable water applications. Installers have a choice of stems in the press x press configuration ball valves, either Eco Brass or 316 stainless steel.

Paxton stainless-steel control valve

Paxton’s V43 stainless-steel control valve is available in sizes 1/2” to 2” NPT.

August 15, 2014

Together with the 15-second actuator VM800, the V43 can be used to control domestic hot water (potable water) from a building automation system or the stand-alone controller TC250D.

CDA offers resource for working with lead-free copper alloys

The Copper Development Association recently launched its latest video.

August 15, 2014

The educational video serves as a valuable resource for plumbers, contractors and technicians installing or working with new copper alloys.

PHCC CONNECT 2014 convention in New Orleans to focus on new strategies and opportunities

PHCC CONNECT 2014: Get jazzed in New Orleans

August 15, 2014

The PHCC Educational Foundation hosts the Plumbing Apprentice Contest and HVAC Apprentice Contest at CONNECT 2014.

Aquatherm PEX adapter with lead-free brass

Aquatherm’s polypropylene-random piping systems feature a new PEX compression adapter made of PP-R and lead-free brass.

July 31, 2014

The PP-R portion of the adapter is made from the same material as Green Pipe and is attached to the zero-lead brass portion.

Taco lead-free mixing valves

Taco’s mixing valve line has expanded and is available in lead-free alloys with tamper-resistant caps and sweat, NPT, PEX or CPVC union connections.

July 31, 2014

The 5123-WH valve easily mounts directly to a water heater and is NSF 61, ASSE 1017 and ASSE 1070-certified.

Jomar lead-free press valves

Jomar Valve now offers 2 1/2”, 3” and 4” lead-free XLC press valves.

July 29, 2014

Similar in color to bronze, the high-quality lead-free brass valves have greater corrosion resistance.

Bonomi lead-free automated ball valve shutoff

Bonomi’s 8E064LF electrically actuated shutoff valve package combines a forged lead-free brass ball valve, without the addition of silicon or bismuth, and an electric actuator.

July 29, 2014

Valbia actuators are made with steel and techno-polymer gears, and hardened steel pinions..