Long recognized in Europe and Asia as a major energy- and space-saving solution, tankless water heaters have begun to make significant inroads in the North American market.

Sloan recently launched its CX Flushometer designed to suit the needs of architects, designers, building owners, contractors and engineers.

A. O. Smith introduces its ProLine Specialty point-of-use electric water heater series.

Bradford White’s Commander Series is a line of atmospheric-vent, high-efficiency standard commercial gas water heaters.

Aqua-Motion’s Aqua-Flash hot-water recirculation system offers instant, comfortable 90° F water at the sink.

Noritz’s EZ Series high-efficiency, condensing tankless water heaters from Noritz America.

Restauranteurs go tankless for redundancy, smaller footprint and cost savings.

Benefits, cost and system component selection.

These are the biggest things influencing water heater design this year.