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Insulation installer system
www.anvilintl.com
Anvil International's 260 Insulation Saddle System (260 ISS) is a revolutionary product for installing insulation. Used for copper and steel pipe systems, it eliminates the wood block and shield, and costly hanger adjustments. For chilled and hot water systems 40 to 200 F.

AutoCAD CD version 3.0
www.charlottepipe.com
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry's AutoCAD CD version 3.0 provides a complete set of two-dimensional and three-dimensional AutoCAD drawings for all Charlotte Pipe products, including the ChemDrain(tm) CPVC Chemical Waste Drain System. The CD includes all the product specifications and technical data contractors, engineers and OEMs need to design their systems.
The Boss Tee
www.jrsmith.com
The Boss Tee from Jay R. Smith Mfg. Co., is designed to work double duty in the sanitary DWV piping system; during construction to hydrostatically test the piping system for leaks, then after testing as a standard cleanout tee. The Boss Tee features a large spherical opening to allow better hand access for line testing, inspection, and cleaning. This 4-color flyer lists the advantages and testing procedures.
Commercial electric tankless water heater
www.rheem.com
From Rheem Water Heating. Short pipe runs save on materials and water; and energy efficient is added bonus. On-demand heating saves additional energy. Ultra-compact design saves valuable space. Lower cost is key benefit.
Adjustable drainage system
www.siouxchief.com
A one-of-a-kind drainage system from Sioux Chief that allows for adjustment after the pour. Eliminates drains and cleanouts from being set too low or too high and eliminates tilted drains and cleanouts. Eliminates damaged strainers and covers on the job site.

Tankless water heater
www.takagi.com
The T-K 3 from Takagi is a smart, powerful residential water heater. Increased flow rate up to 7.0 gpm. "EZ" connection for up to four units. Tankless water heater size makes it possible to recess between wall studs. Turns on at a lower flow rate of only .5 gpm. Easy conversion for direct vent.
Snow melting system
www.uponor.com
Snow and ice melting provides a safe, convenient and economical alternative for snow and ice removal. This system from Uponor circulates a warm water and glycol solution through freeze-resistant, PEX tubing, which is buried in concrete, asphalt or sand. The water heats the surface until it's warm enough to melt snow and ice. Can be controlled manually or automatically.

Manifolds and valves
www.vanguardpipe.com
Carefully selected valves and manifolds from Vanguard provide efficient and cost-effective solutions for most residential and commercial applications. Versatile metallic and comap polymer manifolds adapt to most applications. For larger residential or commercial systems, copper manifolds in both pre-made and self-assembled versions are offered. Industry-standard manifold compression connections assemble with ordinary hand tools.
Control panels
www.wattsradiant.com
Watts Radiant's Hydronex line of modular, off-the-shelf control panels are preassembled and pre-engineered for quick spec'ing and installation. Heat for these systems can be sourced from a boiler, solar collector, geothermal heat pump or water heater. Floors and other surfaces are then warmed with limitless options for zoning and room-by-room control. Panels can be linked together or used in stand-alone fashion.

Comfortable, efficient heating
www.zurn.com
Zurn PEX radiant heating is the clear choice for customers demanding the most comfortable, efficient heating system. Radiant heating requires little maintenance, is easily zoned and is proven itself time again as a viable alternative to forced-air heating.