Products

PRODUCT OF THE MONTH

Jay R. Smith's Labor Saver Fixture Support

The Labor Saver Fixture Support, figure number 0710, has been designed to speed up the installation process by using a one-piece rigid frame, pre-assembled steel construction. The new oxbow symmetrically designed fixture support allows room for the waste piping and features horizontal and vertical adjustability for different installation conditions. The design also allows for narrow wall and metal stud configurations. To download the 4 color brochure, or for more information, visit www.jrsmith.com

Tub spout
www.siouxchief.com
Tug Spout provides a vastly superior installation than traditional slip fit tub spouts; provides a convenient, secure method for installing slip fit spouts. Fits the stub-out tightly to the wall, eliminating the need for unsightly caulk; tightening action helps compress O-ring seal for leak free installation; installs directly onto 1/2" copper stub out with a #2 Phillips screwdriver. Sioux Chief.

Heavy duty no hub couplings
www.matco-norca.com
452H Series heavy duty no hub couplings are manufactured to ASTM specifications for use in demanding soil pipe applications. Consisting of a neoprene rubber gasket (compliant with ASTM C564 requirements) and a heavy gauge stainless steel (300 series) clamp assembly, 452H Series couplings are available with four or six bands, depending on the coupling size, that come with specially designed bi-directional eyelets. 452H Series couplings' metal components fully conform to ASTM C1540 requirements for heavy duty shielded couplings joining hubless cast iron soil pipe and fittings. AISI (American Iron and Steel Institute) Types 304 and 305 are used for bands, shields, screw housings, screws and eyelets. Matco-Norca.

20-26 SEER inverter mini-splits
www.fujitsu.com
The split system lineup has been increased with six Energy Star models, including units with the industry's highest efficiency rating: 26 seer, making them the most efficient mini-split heat pumps available today. The new 9,000 Btu system provides 26 seer with an HSPF of 12. The 12,000 Btu system offers 25 seer with 12 HSPF. Also new to the lineup are 9 and 12,000 Btu 20-seer system heat pumps with an HSPF of 10. Fujitsu.

Progressive cavity grinder retrofit
www.zoeller.com
E810 progressing cavity grinder pump retrofit readily adapts to existing progressing cavity grinder pump systems. Contains a quick-disconnect coupling for easy use, installation and adaptation. The pump's finned class 30 cast iron construction reduces heat, an arch-enemy to any electric motor. All the pumps, with high head capabilities up to 240', are designed for pressure sewer systems and 100% factory tested. Zoeller Pump Co.

Oil detective systems
www.blueangelpumps.com
Three new "Oil Detective" sump systems are job ready and designed to detect/alert the presence of oil in various applications. The system comes complete with: durable cast iron or cast iron/stainless steel pump, pump controller, audible alarms, visual display lights, preset on/off, 20' piggy-back switch cord, UL508 approved switch and complete easy-to-install Instructions. With flows up to 65 gpm @ 5', and offer 1/3 hp up to a high head 1/2 hp (50 gpm @ 20'). Blue Angel Pumps.

CPVC plumbing system
www.lubizol.com
Experience the benefits of an all-CPVC plumbing system. Combine Schedule 80 Iron Pipe Size (IPS) Corzan CPVC pipe and fittings with copper tube size (CTS) FlowGuard Gold CPVC pipe and fittings. With its ability to provide three times the impact strength of standard CPVC pipe, Corzan piping is ideal for mains and risers (available in sizes larger than 2"). It easily transitions to FlowGuard Gold pipe and fittings (available in 1/2" to 2" diameters) to provide a complete CPVC plumbing solution. Lubrizol Corp.

Solar collector
www.viessmann.com
The new Vitosol 100-F flat plate solar collector is an economy option to flat plate and vacuum tube solar collectors. Features rugged, high-quality aluminum frame construction, impact-resistant solar glass, excellent solar energy harvest with a selectively coated copper absorber. Outstanding price/performance ratio in a wide range of solar thermal applications and is ideal for solar domestic hot water or pool heating systems. Now OG-100 certified by the Solar Rating and Certification Corporation; qualifies for available U.S. state and federal incentive programs. Viessmann.

Freeze unit generates pipe plugs for easy repairs
www.ridgid.com
The sf-2500 SuperFreeze pipe freezing unit quickly and easily isolates sections of copper or steel pipe with ice plugs, eliminating complete system shut-downs and draining. Forms ice plugs in as little as 5 min in steel pipes up to 2" and copper tubing up to 2-1/2". One or two plugs can be formed with a single unit at the same time. Operates automatically once freeze heads attach to the pipes and the unit is turned on. Continues to run during repairs, ensuring the ice plugs do not melt. Flexible rubber hoses connect the freeze heads to the unit; makes them easier to handle and allows quicker coiling and storage in its rugged stainless steel carrying case. Does not use any hazardous refrigerants, carbon dioxide or nitrogen. RIDGID.