Titan Riser Clamp for Insulated Copper Tube
Anvil International has launched the Titan Riser, a riser clamp with a thermoplastic insert that supports the weight of the riser with insulation while providing a crush proof and superior vapor barrier installation that supports from 3/4" to 4" copper tube with either 1" or 1 1/2" insulation thickness.
Other product features include:
- A TPO plastic sleeve molded to the riser clamp that provides a superior vapor barrier at the point of attachment.
- Clean, professional appearance of insulated tube and pipe runs—one-and-done installations.
- High-strength, crush-resistant design that keeps insulation ends safe from compression and tears.
- Supports vertical loads up to 320 pounds.
For more information, visit anvilintl.com.
Anvil International Updates Seisbrace Software
Anvil International has released an update to Seisbrace, its seismic bracing calculation software.
The latest update allows you to follow the requirements of NFPA 13 2016/ASCE7-10 and NFPA 2019/ASCE7-16. Its intuitive functionality makes the process of running zone of influence calculations consistent, fast and easy. The program is self-correcting and ensures compliance to NFPA 13. The report shows the actual formula and inputs used to derive the values and creates a full PDF formatted report that can include submittal and DWG files.
For more information, visit anvilintl.com.
Bradford White Opens New Facility
Bradford white has opened a new 85,000-square-foot manufacturing facility for stainless products in Niles, Michigan. This new building is segregated from the company’s carbon steel factory to prevent cross contamination between the various types of alloys during the manufacturing process, which is very important to maintain the integrity of stainless-steel alloys throughout their lifecycle.
At this facility, the company will be building stainless steel products for various industries, including water heating, hydronics, chemical and petrochemical, dairy and food processing, brewing and winery and pharmaceutical. These products are fabricated to the highest standards including ASME boiler and pressure vessel codes: S, H, HLW, U and National Board “R” stamp.
Custom manufacturing capabilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- ½” thick high strength alloy rolling
- Various state of the art welding processes and techniques
- Pickling and passivating
- Tube bending for custom indirect and solar coils
- Conical shaped base rolling
- Currently available stainless-steel options:
- Passivated Duplex (2101, 2205, 2507) with up to a 25-year limited tank warranty
- Passivated 316L with up to a 10-year limited tank warranty
In addition to the company’s ability to custom fabricate for any type of build, it also has standard products in stock and available for quick shipping to all Bradford White customers.
For more information, visit bradfordwhite.com.
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Builds New State-of-the-Art Plant
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Co. has operated its cast iron foundry at its current location at the corner of S. Clarkson St. and W. Summit Ave. in Charlotte for more than 100 years. Over the decades, the company has invested heavily in capital equipment, environmental control technology, infrastructure and its people in order to operate an efficient, modern and safe foundry.
However, after long and careful consideration, the Board of Directors has determined that it is in the best interest of the company to build a new, state-of-the-art foundry on a 428-acre property in Oakboro, North Carolina.
“Charlotte Pipe has always been committed to investments that will benefit our associates, our customers and our shareholders,” said Roddey Dowd Jr., CEO of Charlotte Pipe. “While our current location is providing all stake-holders with a solid platform to deliver outstanding results, a new foundry will allow a more efficient layout of our plant and equipment and give us the fl exibility to expand to meet future needs. Our current site simply does not afford the opportunities for growth that we envision for Charlotte Pipe.”
As plant relocation details are finalized, senior management is evaluating a wide variety of options related to the 55 acres that comprise the current foundry location in uptown Charlotte. “We feel fortunate that the land area constitutes one of the largest contiguous tracts of land in an urban center in the nation and we see many exciting possibilities for the property,” said Hooper Hardison, president of Charlotte Pipe.
Charlotte Pipe worked through an exhaustive, two-year process to select Stanly County as the site for the new foundry, in which the company will invest at least $325 million. The company is currently finishing the design and engineering work and finalizing key contracts and permit applications. Site work could begin later this year and the new plant could be operating as early as the third quarter of 2023.
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry would like to recognize the efforts of the state of North Carolina and its various entities, including the Golden Leaf Foundation and the North Carolina Railroad, which are helping provide infrastructure and other support in an effort to make this project a reality. Specifically, the company would like to thank the following elected officials: Gov. Roy Cooper, Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger, Speaker of the House Tim Moore, Sen. Tom McInnis from District 25, Sen. Carl Ford from District 33, Sen. Paul Newton in District 36 and Rep. Wayne Sasser from District 67.
The company is particularly grateful to the Stanly County Board of County Commissioners and the Stanly County Economic Development Commission for their support, as well as the Stanly County Manager who has worked, and continues to work, hand-in-glove with Charlotte Pipe to facilitate this project. The company would also like to thank the town of Oakboro, its mayor and the Town of Oakboro Board of Commissioners for their splendid cooperation.
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and has seven plant locations across the United States. The nation’s leading maker of cast iron and plastic pipe and fittings for plumbing applications, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry has been in continuous operation since 1901 and remains privately held.
For more information, visit charlottepipe.com.
Gerber Introduces New Toilets
Gerber has introduced four new toilets for 2020.
The LEMORA 1.28 gpf is a 12" rough-in, two-piece elongated ErgoHeight toilet.
The VIPER® 0.8 gpf is a 12" rough-in two-piece elongated ErgoHeight Toilet.
The VIPER 0.8 gpf is a 12" rough-in two-piece round front toilet.
The WICKER PARK 1.28 gpf is a 12" rough-in two-piece elongated ErgoHeight toilet.
For more information, visit gerberonline.com.
Liberty Pumps Introduces Mini-Split Condensate Pump
For removal of condensate from wall mount, ductless mini-split air conditioners up to 23.5 Btu (7 kW), fan coils and suspended ceiling air conditioners, the LCU-MS features quiet operation, solid-state switch technology and a clear reservoir for easy visual inspection. The LCU-MS2 model includes a line cover kit.
For more information, visit libertypumps.com.
SUPER-1250 Grease Capacities for MIAMI-DADE Approval Increase
MIFAB recently announced that its SUPER-1250 with a 1,250-gallon liquid holding capacity was tested and approved to the MIAMI-DADE 99% efficiency rating with the below increases in grease capacities:
- 1 X GL at 99%
Old: 1,185 pounds
New: 3,433 pounds
- 2 X GL at 99%
Old: 3,630 pounds
New: 6,866 pounds
- 3 X GL at 99%
Old: 5,45 pounds
New: 10,299 pounds
- 4 X GL at 99%
Old: 7,260 pounds
New: 13,732 pounds
For more information, visit mifab.com.
New Energy-Saving Filters Feature E-Pleat Media Tech
Parker HVAC Filtration, a division of Parker Hannifi n Corp., introduces two new energy-saving filter products for commercial HVAC use: Parker Load-TECH 4" and 12” filters. Both filters are MERV 14-rated for high effi ciency and feature exclusive gold synthetic media with an embossed design to capture dust at a higher capacity than similar models on the market.
The advanced filter systems utilize Parker’s proprietary E-pleat technology, which molds filtration media into a series of pre-formed channels that direct the air smoothly through the filter, allowing for even loading, minimum resistance, and complete media utilization. The advanced media used in the filters also resists tearing, damage, moisture and microbial growth contributing to long filter life and fewer filter changeouts over time.
Parker LoadTECH 4” and 12” filters are ideal for variable air volume systems across a variety of markets including hotels and entertainment complexes, food processing, microelectronics manufacturing, data centers, commercial office buildings, schools and universities, clean manufacturing facilities, hospitals and healthcare facilities, government institutions and industrial manufacturing. Both the 4" and 12" filters feature a rugged, high-impact polystyrene frame that resists cracking.
Additional benefits include:
- Low pressure drop for optimal energy savings
- Lightweight construction for easy handling
- Interchangeable width and height dimensions; filters can be installed with pleats oriented vertically or horizontally
- Rated face velocity of 500 FPM
- Maximum operating temperature of 170°F (77°C)
- Classified per UL 900 for flammability
For more information, visit parker.com.
RectorSeal Revamps HVAC/R Coil Cleaner Line
RectorSeal LLC has expanded its HVAC/R Coil Cleaner product line to include Coil-Cure, one of the HVAC/R industry’s few Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered evaporator coil cleaners. Coil-Cure comes is a mild strength, alkaline, foaming formula in a 18-ounce aerosol can for disinfecting viruses, bacteria, mold, mildew and other biological coil contaminants in environments requiring a sanitary indoor air quality.
The other new additions include:
- D-Factor, which is a mild strength, foaming, alkaline with a heavy-duty degreaser for cleaning both condenser and evaporator coils in greasy environments.
- Con-Coil, which is a maximum strength, foaming, acidic condenser coil cleaner that also brightens.
- Renewz Dark, which is a foaming, alkaline condenser-cleaning formula with a distinguishable brown color.
- Foam-Core, which is a high strength, alkaline formula with the product line’s maximum foaming action to reach deep into condenser coils.
- Clean-N-Safe, which is a mild strength, foaming, alkaline condenser/evaporator cleaner that now comes in a concentrated gallon container to supplement its existing 20-ounce aerosol application.
For more information, visit rectorseal.com.
RectorSeal Launches On-Demand Training
RectorSeal has launched On-Demand Training with RectorSeal, the industry’s most comprehensive, personalized online training program covering HVAC/R, plumbing, chemicals and installation accessories.
On-Demand Training with RectorSeal is available free to individuals or groups of HVAC service technicians and can also be used by RectorSeal’s wholesale distributors and manufacturers’ representatives. The 20 to 40-minute classes cover topics such as condensate management, refrigerant leak sealing, lineset flushing, HVAC chemicals for cleaning, compressor starting, surge protection and many others.
Participants can register at rectorseal.com/class-registration and schedule a particular course to take at a specific time. The class uses the interactive screen-sharing, VoIP audio, webcams and chat messaging of GoToMeeting software, which is free and doesn’t require downloading for a Wi-Fi-connected PC, tablet or laptop (a separate phone for audio interaction is best). A pre-recorded library of GoToWebinar video sessions is also catalogued and available any time. Most classes qualify for North American Technician Excellence (NATE) Continuing Education Units (CEU).
Jerry Myren, inside sales manager and product trainer, a 26-year HVAC veteran who heads RectorSeal’s overall training efforts, is the program’s facilitator and trainer. Myren is certifi ed under NATE and Environmental Protection Agency Section 608. Myren has published many stories in trade publications, and also conducts classes for NATE and HVAC Excellence.
For more information, visit rectorseal.com/class-registration.
Uponor Distribution Center Powered By Wind Energy
In conjunction with Earth Day 2020, Uponor North America announced that its Lakeville, Minnesota, distribution center now receives 100% of its electrical power from wind energy, and is the first major manufacturing customer to participate in Dakota Electric Association’s Wellspring Renewable Energy program.
Wellspring Renewable Energy subscribers pay a slight premium to purchase wind energy sold in 100 kilowatt-hour blocks. As a partner in the program since Jan. 1, 2020, Uponor will annually purchase approximately 2.2 million kilowatt-hours of wind-generated electricity, which is equivalent to powering 263 homes’ electricity use for one year.
Since 2017, Uponor has worked with local utilities to purchase renewable energy blocks, increasing its renewable energy consumption in North America to 36% of its total energy use. Globally, Uponor continues to work toward its commitment of achieving 100% renewable resources to power its facilities by 2025.
For more information, visit uponor.com.