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Forged brass ball valves

www.fortunevalve.com

The new series 224 forged brass ball valves are ideal for many applications. They carry nsg 61.8 and csa 3.16 approvals for natural gas service. Have a full port design and are fully compliant to MSS SP-110 standards. Valves feature a cavity-style ball to reduce weight, double o-ring packing and are available in either threaded (1/4"-4") or solder ends (1/22"-4"). This manufacturer takes pride in its quality, on-time delivery and competitive pricing. Fortune Valves.


Easier pipe installation

www.siouxchief.com

The Power Bar Mini Strut improves cumbersome strut installations and reduces installation time with preloaded TouchDown clamps. Reduce material costs and labor time when installing lightweight pipe runs overhead. Pre-cut bracket with pre-drilled holes accepts 3/8" threaded rod. Pre-loaded TouchDown-I clamps hold multiple pipe sizes to 1"; TouchDown-II handles larger diameter pipe to 2" o.d. or when smaller cts lines are insulated. Sioux Chief.


Ball valves

www.kinkavalves.com

Kinka Kikai manufactures a wide range of ball valves for use in chemical and refinery applications. The valves are competitively priced and the quality meets or exceeds specifications. The factory in South Korea has its own state-of-the-art foundry which helps to guarantee quality and on-time shipping of each valve produced no matter the grade — carbon, stainless, duplex or nickel alloys.  Kinka Valves.


Low-pressure sewer system

www.franklin-electric.com

The Little Giant brand of Engineered Products now offers the enhanced V3-IGP PowerSewer low-pressure centralized sewer system that pumps residential wastewater through small-diameter piping to a collection or treatment area. A proven alternative to gravity sewer systems and septic tanks; is a safer, cleaner and healthier choice for high-density housing or homes sited on difficult terrain. Can be installed wherever a home can be built, regardless of topography or soil type. Franklin Electric Water Transfer Systems.


Threaded rod cutter

www.mccusainc.com

The original 3/8" threaded rod cutter AB-3U is designed to cut mild steel threaded rod cleanly and without burrs. The unique die design provides fast, clean cuts while protecting the threads from damage with easy to replace double-sided die blades, providing approximately 400-500 cuts per side. Lightweight (8 lb). Very user friendly, can be used at any jobsite and eliminates threaded rod cutting related injuries. Also available in 1/2" model AB-4U. MCC USA.


Eliminate coil failure

www.pipecoil.co.uk

Low Ovality Technology is designed to eliminate pipe ovality in large-diameter HDPE pipes. Major benefits for pipe producers include the elimination of coil failure during storage, elimination of coil rejection by end users and reduction in transport costs by manufacturing coils with smaller internal diameters. Pipe Coil Technology.

 


Pipe fastener

www.ravenproducts.us

The 3 in 1 Plastic Clip with Nails is a revolutionary clip that allows the user to go from 1/2", 3/4" or 1" diameters simply by snapping segments off the all-in-one pipe fastener. The patent pending clip is designed for use with PEX, CPVC and copper tubing. It is made of durable plastic with 2 holes for fastening either with nails or screws. Eliminates the need for 3 different size clips, helping to manage inventory and time. Raven Products.


Pipe hanger/restrainer

www.tolco.com

A double-offset CPVC hanger and restrainer is now available for plastic fire sprinkler pipe. The newly designed Figure 29 eases installation by eliminating the need for a wood block extension and allowing retrofit attachment of the hanger to the sprinkler pipe. Attaches easily to wood structures with 2 special #10x1 screws; provides a double offset 11/2"x11/2" from the mounting surface. Available in 3/4" and 1" pipe sizes; meets and exceeds the requirements for NFPA 13, 13R and 13D. Tolco, a brand of Nibco.


Rigid coupling joins copper tube in sizes 2" to 4"

www.victaulic.com

Style 607 QuickVic rigid coupling joins 2" to 4" copper tubing. Engineered with installation-ready technology for improved productivity and enhanced safety. No loose parts to drop or lose; no hazardous flames or noxious fumes as with soldering and brazing. Increases contractor productivity and improves jobsite worksite safety. Rated up to 300 psi; also features the new proprietary Grade EHP gasket material for unmatched performance from -30°F to 250°F. Victaulic.


Trench drain system

www.watts.com

The new Dead Level pre-sloped trench drain system provides innovative surface drainage. The frame-loaded design absorbs dynamic traffic loads through the structural frame, protecting the polypropylene channels from stress and failure. Self-aligning channels lock longitudinally outside the structural frame, and cannot pinch or fold in with the concrete pour. Flanged joints create positive, stable connections and enable rapid installation, resulting in dead straight runs. Watts Regulator.