In the August issue of pme, read about the piping and hot water recirculation system being installed at a Seattle jail. Find out which manufacturers are celebrating a milestone, who is supporting a more energy-efficient legislation and which investments are the best for your business this year. Be sure to read our exclusive interview with Elkay president Tim Jahnke about commercial construction. Also, discover the latest products for the plumbing and mechanical industry.
The company staged the party in the parking lot outside its 63,000-sq.-ft. facility located on a 3-acre site near downtown Indianapolis. The building includes 40,000 sq. ft. of warehouse space, a 3,500-sq.-ft. training room with a “wet wall” for live demonstrations, and recently added locker rooms and fitness center for employees.
Danze’s Mono Chic 5” x 8” rectangular, single-function showerhead is certified by the EPA’s WaterSense program with a maximum 2 gpm and a flow rate of 80 psi.
August 9, 2014
The showerhead offers a downpour spray effect and has more than 80 easy-to-clean jets. It’s available in both chrome and brushed-nickel finishes.
Watts’ new TRITON pipe fusion system is a plastic pipe-welding solution that uses radio frequency electromagnetic technology to dramatically improve pipe-joining and testing times.
August 9, 2014
The use of RF electromagnetic technology also eliminates exposed heating elements, adhesives and VOCs.
The Rheem Prestige Series hybrid water heater has an Energy Factor of 2.45 and includes a full-color, backlit touch-screen control, which provides easily readable diagnostic information.
August 9, 2014
The high-efficiency condensing-power direct-vent water heater has an EF of 0.82 and has a first-hour rating of 93 gal., a recovery rate of 48.5 gal, and operates at 94% thermal efficiency.
Caleffi’s 5231 Series low-lead, high-flow thermostatic mixing valves are available in 1”, 1 1/4”, 1 1/2” and 2” sizes with union-threaded or union-sweat-end connections.
August 9, 2014
They are easy to adjust and maintain mixed temperature variations to +/- 3° F accuracy.
SFA Saniflo’s one-piece, wall-hung Sanistar macerating toilet system uses 1.1 gpf. Measuring 18” wide and 20 1/2” deep, the self-contained wall-hung unit has no external water tank.
August 9, 2014
The system uses a 1” copper or plastic discharge pipe to pump effluent 9’ vertically, 100’ horizontally or a combination of both. A vertical run of 3’ is equivalent to a horizontal run of 30’.
Webstone Valve’s air separator now is available with press connections featuring a float-guided alignment pin that prevents jams and ensures smooth operation.
August 9, 2014
The product is available in IPS, SWT and press connections in sizes 3/4”-2” and is guaranteed for life.
A. O. Smith’s Master-Fit Series 200 ultra-low NOx gas water heater, for sale only in California markets, includes two models
August 9, 2014
The series features increased accuracy and dependability of the control system, reduced excess heat from the burner, and improved overall reliability and longevity.
Kohler’s July lavatory faucet collection uses a single-handle lever control and features pre-attached supply lines.
August 9, 2014
The collection includes: single-control lavatory faucet (with or without escutcheon); Rite-Temp bath/shower trim (with or without showerhead); and Rite-Temp valve trim.
New high-efficiency urinal flush valves from www.americanstandard.com American Standard offer Selectronic hands-free function, flexible power options, reduced maintenance and reliable performance.
August 9, 2014
Each valve employs a self-cleaning piston with integral wiper spring to reduce clogs and upkeep time by facility staff.
The Zurn Omni-Flo urinal is designed with the end user in mind with an innovative, asymmetric back wall that minimizes splash-back while providing sleek aesthetics.
August 9, 2014
Paired performance with Zurn flush valves provides consistent and reliable flushing action.
Delta Faucet’s Temp2O technology consists of a digital temperature display featuring LED color indicators to signal different water temperature ranges.
August 9, 2014
Users will know the temperature of their shower or bath before getting in. It is available on a variety of handshowers, showerheads and tub showers.
Speakman Co.’s Anystream Assana showerhead features a spa design aesthetic coupled with a traditional rain showerhead sensibility.
August 9, 2014
This adjustability allows the user to make small incremental adjustments to the spray of the showerhead and effortlessly transition through an infinite number of sprays.