PVF
Caleffi North America
Vacuum Relief Valve
Introducing Caleffi's New Vacu-Stop™ Vacuum Relief Valve (VRV). Available in ½” and ¾” MNPT, the Vacu-Stop is suitable for use in water and low-pressure steam services. It is ideal for use in water heaters, supply tanks and low-pressure steam systems. The valve automatically allows air into the piping system to prevent a vacuum which could siphon water from the system and damage water heater/tank equipment.
The Vacu-Stop meets ANSI Z22.21 Standard and is compliant with International Plumbing Code (IPC) Section 504.2 governing safety devices. It is also NSF 61 and NSF 372 compliant making it usable in potable water environments.
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Co.
Large diameter fittings
Charlotte Pipe’s large diameter fittings include injection-molded and fabricated fittings produced by experienced fabricators with the latest technology available. The fittings are manufactured to the high-quality standards our customers expect, while being attractive in appearance. Large diameter fittings are available in sizes from 8- to 16-inches. As a leading manufacturer of PVC DWV products, this means Charlotte Pipe customers can receive Charlotte Pipe’s system of pipe and fittings in sizes from 1 ½-inches through 16-inches.
Matco Norca
Eccentric plug valve
Matco-Norca has added a new eccentric plug valve to their vast product offering. The 130W ductile iron flange plug valve can be in installed horizontally or vertically and works seamlessly with their 120WC swing check valves. These plug valves are ideal for handling clean & dirty liquids, sludge, and slurries. They are available in sizes 3”-12” with operating nut - lever operated or worm gear with hand wheel. Matco-Norca guarantees a commitment to quality on their 130 Series Plug Valves and offers the most “up to date” plug valve on the market.
NIBCO
Wrot Racer product line extension
NIBCO expands its Wrot Racer push fittings to include new configurations such as reducing and repair tees and couplings, additional sizes of male and female thread adapters, thread elbows and caps with drains. The Wrot Racer line is designed to join copper, CPVC-CTS, PEX and PE-RT (with stiffeners) for easy transitions between piping systems. Featuring a patented fitting design, installations are easily made within seconds. Available in 1/2" to 1" sizes, the lightweight and compact Wrot Racer fittings are able to be installed wet or dry and can handle applications up to 200 psi and 200° F.
REHAU
CPVC and copper press adapters
REHAU announces the addition of CPVC and copper press adapters to their proprietary EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve fitting system, allowing efficient transitions between piping materials. The product line extension includes 12 CPVC adapters with six socket and six spigot configurations and seven copper press male adapters, all available in 1/2" to 2" sizes. Designed for use with RAUPEX crosslinked polyethylene (PEXa) pipe in potable and non-potable applications, the new CPVC and copper press adapters extend the installation speed and reliability of EVERLOC+ further into commercial construction.
Uponor North America
Kitting services
Targeted for buildings with high repeatable room types, such as apartments, hotels, dormitories, hospitals, and assisted-living centers, Uponor Kitting Services provides customized, coordinated packaging with all essential ProPEX fittings, rings, transitions, valves, stub outs, supports, and other components in individual kits labeled by room. The kits include a materials list, plan view, and 3D isometric drawing for a clear installation plan along with scheduled delivery by level or phase to streamline the project and eliminate job-site clutter. This revolutionary service saves significant money by reducing labor costs and eliminating unnecessary material purchasing and handling while also reducing waste with all the necessary components right in one kit.
Wheatland Tube
Black steel pipe coating
Wheatland Tube's new black steel pipe coating, Ultra Z-Coat, provides enhanced protection to shield against corrosion and rough handling during transit and installation. Ultra Z-Coat dries faster than traditional, water-based coatings – in an instant rather than in days – so our pipe is ready to touch, handle and transport right out of the UV light chamber. All of our black steel pipe products are coated with Ultra Z-Coat for maximum protection. Plus, Ultra Z-Coat is environmentally safe, making it the best choice for providing all-around protection.
