Once-in-a-lifetime VIP trip lets trade professionals go behind-the-scenes at RIDGID RIDGID®, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, recently hosted their seventh RIDGID Experience, an annual celebration of the skilled trades held at RIDGID headquarters in Elyria, Ohio. Each year, the brand’s signature event rewards select members of the trades with an all expenses-paid, three-day Read more
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Once-in-a-lifetime VIP trip lets trade professionals go behind-the-scenes at RIDGID
RIDGID®, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, recently hosted their seventh RIDGID Experience, an annual celebration of the skilled trades held at RIDGID headquarters in Elyria, Ohio. Each year, the brand’s signature event rewards select members of the trades with an all expenses-paid, three-day VIP trip that features hands-on experiences, fun and camaraderie.
“The enthusiasm for RIDGID Experience continues to grow and this year’s trip was more epic than the last,” said Maddie Suvak, engagement marketing manager, RIDGID for Emerson. “It’s often described as ‘the hottest ticket in plumbing,’ and we loved hosting lifechanging experiences for attendees, who joined us from across the United States and Canada.”
Pat Finley from Indiana described the trip as: “The best three days I could ask for. Friends and memories for a lifetime.” Herb Lisone from California, echoed that sentiment, saying, “Loved every moment! Great brand, great people, great team! Definitely felt the love, run it back!!!”
Participants included:
- Nick Parlet, Webster, NY
- Pat Finley, Frankton, IN
- Germaine Nelson, Bowie, MD
- David Williams, New Braunfels, TX
- Philip Juliano, Boynton Beach, FL
- Laura Giudice, Mississauga, ON, Canada
- Herb Lisone, Sylmar, CA
- David Waldon, Ogden, KS
- Mike Caruso, Moreland Hills, OH
A highlight of the event was a factory tour that invited each guest to build their own iconic RIDGID customized pipe wrench. Guests also received a sneak peek at the latest RIDGID tools in development and provided feedback and insights. They also had the opportunity to network with attendees of Greenlee® Experience, a similar contest hosted by professional tools brand Greenlee. The two concurrent events created a full-scale celebration of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades.
“Our team looks forward to the RIDGID Experience every year, and that’s especially true for our manufacturing team,” said Suvak. “There’s something special about having the people who use our tools get to shake the hands of the people who made them.”
Emerson’s professional tools business, which includes RIDGID as well as the Greenlee® and Klauke® brands, provides the industry’s broadest portfolio of advanced, reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades globally. Visit emerson.com/professionaltools for more information.
RIDGID®, Greenlee® and Klauke® are trademarks of Emerson or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks belong to their respective holders.
Complete Package Provides Everything Required to Jumpstart Thermography Inspection, Condition Monitoring, and Predictive Maintenance Programs, at a Fraction of MSRP FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, today introduced limited-time discounted options for new E5 Pro, E6 Pro, and E8 Pro customers as part of its goal to drive value and innovation for thermographers. The bundles reduce Ex Read more
Complete Package Provides Everything Required to Jumpstart Thermography Inspection, Condition Monitoring, and Predictive Maintenance Programs, at a Fraction of MSRP
FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, today introduced limited-time discounted options for new E5 Pro, E6 Pro, and E8 Pro customers as part of its goal to drive value and innovation for thermographers. The bundles reduce Ex Pro camera prices by up to 20 percent while offering a warranty extension for a total of five years through FLIR Protect, access to FLIR Ignite Pro software, and four hours of self-guided FLIR Academy training—all for less than the price of each Ex Pro model’s respective MSRP with up to 49 precent off in total.
FLIR combines world-leading thermal imaging technology, extensive features, and usability within the Ex Pro-Series, making thermal inspections both simple and effective for identifying and remedying issues such as electrical faults, mechanical breakdowns, and water leaks before they turn into big expenses.
“Creating a truly effect commercial or industrial thermography program is so much greater than just acquiring a thermal camera—users need training to interpret what they are seeing in infrared, they need software to identify key insights and track trends over time, and they need multi-year warranties to protect their investment,” said Heliel Morales, director of business development, Teledyne FLIR. “The new Ex Pro-Series bundles provide everything an individual or business needs to garner the greatest amount of value from their purchase, and then to integrate the tool into a comprehensive predictive maintenance or condition monitoring program for years to come, with up to 49 percent savings on the total bundle price.”
Whether for home, commercial, or industrial inspection, each ruggedized Ex Pro device features a 3.5-inch touchscreen with 640×480 screen resolution, offering focus-free, point-and-shoot thermal imaging within an ergonomic pistol-grip form factor. Additionally, each Ex Pro includes a 5MP visible camera and LED lamp to ensure visual details are captured, even in low-light nooks and cervices. The dual thermal-visible camera system also features FLIR patented multi-spectral imaging software (MSX®), that overlays the edge detail of the visible camera onto the thermal image, providing the clarity and context needed to quickly locate and identify potential issues and problem areas. A removable and rechargeable battery system and an IP54 rated casing offer the potential for all-day use in all types of conditions and environments.
Identify Trends and Insights with FLIR Ignite Pro
Post inspection, the new FLIR Ignite Pro software helps eliminate work hurdles created by USB card and cables, offering desktop sync via the FLIR Cloud. That cloud-stored data is secure while offering trusted colleagues, customers, and partners easy access for collaboration and reporting findings. The images and data can also be edited from anywhere at any time with Ignite Pro—using a mobile device or desktop—improving efficiency while enabling long-term trend tracking and analysis for a truly comprehensive, thermal-based inspection program.
Meanwhile, the FLIR Protect five-year extended total warranty gives owners the peace of mind that their Ex Pro-Series camera is protected from material defects and issues for three years after the factory warranty expires.
The FLIR Academy Infrared Essentials class, provided by the Infrared Training Center, features four hours of self-guided training that emphasizes proficiency in thermography beyond basic infrared camera operation.
Customers have 30 days from receiving a Ex Pro-Series camera to sign up for FLIR Protect, FLIR Ignite Pro, and FLIR Academy, respectively.
To learn more about limited time Ex Pro bundle offer options, including global pricing and availability, visit https://www.flir.com/promotions/ex-pro-bundle-promotion/.
Watts has announced “Mastering Flow & Temperature: Mitigating Waterborne Pathogens,” an ASPE-accredited webinar worth 0.1 CEUs On September 17th, 2024, at 12 p.m. ET., participants will take a deeper dive into the different challenges that designers face when specifying water mixing and circulation systems such as scalding, Legionnaires’ disease, and the demands for water conservation Read more
Watts has announced “Mastering Flow & Temperature: Mitigating Waterborne Pathogens,” an ASPE-accredited webinar worth 0.1 CEUs
On September 17th, 2024, at 12 p.m. ET., participants will take a deeper dive into the different challenges that designers face when specifying water mixing and circulation systems such as scalding, Legionnaires’ disease, and the demands for water conservation.
In the webinar, attendees will learn about:
- Key factors that promote legionella growth and how to identify them
- Assessing options to optimize system performance and reduce pathogens like Legionella
- Elevating safety and sustainability with IoT-enabled digital mixing devices
- Exploring different technologies that provide precise flow and temperature control
- ASHRAE 188, Guideline 12, and the importance and components of a water management program
To register, click visit watts.com/MasteringFlowandTempCEU.
REHAU supports architects and specifiers with extensive window and door resources, including AIA continuing education courses, BIM files, CAD drawings and product specifications. These resources are part of the company’s effort to streamline the design and construction process, facilitate collaboration across companies and foster continual learning. BIM files, CAD drawings and Specifications Available for Windows Read more
REHAU supports architects and specifiers with extensive window and door resources, including AIA continuing education courses, BIM files, CAD drawings and product specifications. These resources are part of the company’s effort to streamline the design and construction process, facilitate collaboration across companies and foster continual learning.
BIM files, CAD drawings and Specifications Available for Windows and Doors
REHAU facilitates collaboration with architects by providing a collection of BIM models and CAD drawings for its window and door solutions through the company’s website.
“REHAU is not just a window and door profile supplier, we are a partner to our customers,” said Katherine MacNevin, marketing manager with REHAU’s window solutions division in North America. “We strive to streamline the design and construction workflow and enhance productivity in the early planning stages by sharing our resources from the get-go. Through our collection of BIM files and CAD drawings, we empower architects to achieve precise designs and gain a clear visualization of how our windows and doors will integrate into their designs, resulting in well-executed projects.”
Users can download detailed design and planning documents including BIM, CAD and 3-part specifications for free, all from REHAU’s website.
AIA Continuing Education Courses on Window Technology
REHAU offers four AIA continuing education courses (CES) relevant to windows and doors that explore the benefits of compression-seal technology, achieving sound abatement, the use of uPVC windows in multifamily housing and the benefits of uPVC vs. aluminum. These seminars have no pre-requisites and are targeted toward architects, builders, developers, design firms and project owners. Course delivery methods include live webinar, in-person and on-demand through virtual education platforms. All courses offer participating architects 1 AIA HSW/LU CE and those available through virtual education platforms additionally offer 1 AAA Structured Learning, 1 AIBD CE, 1 BOMI CPD, 1 GBCI CE General, 1 OAA Structured Learning and 1 SAA Core Learning.
Compression-seal technology for windows and doors: Available for delivery as a live webinar, in-person or on-demand through virtual education platform ronblank.com, this 1-hour course covers the benefits of compression-seal technology for high-performance window and door systems. Course participants will receive an overview of compression-seal technology that covers what it is, how it works, product configurations, performance benefits and best applications.
Achieving sound abatement through high-performance window and door solutions: Available in-person or on-demand through virtual education platform greence.com, this 1-hour course provides a fundamental understanding of acoustics in residential and commercial construction. Course participants will receive an overview of sound abatement that includes: where sound transmissions are in today’s environment, regulatory requirements for noise, relevant test standards and how to interpret test reports, how to determine a required sound abatement level for fenestration products, matching windows and doors with wall performance for sound abatement, describing fenestration solutions for sound abatement and experiencing different sound reduction measures in a room when different sound sources are on the outside of the building.
The unique benefits of uPVC windows in multifamily housing construction: Available for delivery as a live webinar or in-person, this 1-hour course explores the use of uPVC windows and doors in multifamily housing. Course participants will learn about the market forces driving multifamily housing construction, the evolution and implementation of uPVC in residential and light-commercial construction, the benefits of using uPVC instead of aluminum for windows and doors and selecting uPVC window and door profiles to best meet a project’s performance, aesthetic and budgetary criteria.
uPVC vs. aluminum windows and doors: a comparison of modern fenestration solutions for commercial applications: Available for delivery as a live webinar or in-person, this 1-hour course compares the drawbacks and benefits of aluminum fenestration to modern uPVC products. Course participants will examine the general construction differences between aluminum and uPVC windows and doors, the drawbacks of aluminum fenestration products, the common misconceptions associated with uPVC fenestration products, the performance benefits of compression-seal technology for windows and doors, the various operating styles of uPVC windows and the potential LEED qualifications of uPVC fenestration products in building design.
“REHAU offers continuing education seminars as part of our commitment to be a partner to our customers,” said MacNevin. “We want to give our customers opportunities to build on their knowledge and see us as a resource. These offerings are an ideal way to connect with architects, builders, developers, owners and designers to build strategic relationships by providing education about emerging trends, products and technologies that are available for them to specify.”
Explore REHAU windows and doors BIM files, CAD drawings, 3-part specifications and AIA CES seminars at www.na.rehau.com/commercialwd. Follow REHAU on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram for future updates.
Alaxis signs a definitive agreement to acquire Johnson Controls’ CPVC pipe & fittings business for residential and light commercial sprinkler systems Aliaxis SA, a world leader enabling access to water and energy through innovative fluid management solutions, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the manufacturing assets of the Johnson Controls Read more
Alaxis signs a definitive agreement to acquire Johnson Controls’ CPVC pipe & fittings business for residential and light commercial sprinkler systems
Aliaxis SA, a world leader enabling access to water and energy through innovative fluid management solutions, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the manufacturing assets of the Johnson Controls CPVC pipe and fittings business for residential and light commercial sprinkler systems.
This acquisition affirms our commitment to our North American growth strategy. Aliaxis is bolstering its product range with a more comprehensive portfolio in fire suppression systems for residential and light commercial applications. The acquisition will be part of IPEX, Aliaxis leading brand in the region.
Located in Huntsville, Alabama, this acquisition further expands Aliaxis’ presence in the Southern United States. Today, the 1985-established pipe and fittings business generates an annual revenue of approximately $100m and employs over 100 people.
Thierry Vanlancker, Manager Director of Aliaxis says: “This acquisition makes great sense for us. It is another step in providing more complete customer solutions in our product portfolio across the United States and brings extra potential for Aliaxis.”
Alex Mestres, Aliaxis’ Divisional CEO Americas also comments: “We are thrilled to welcome the CPVC pipe and fittings team of Johnson Controls. This acquisition provides us with a unique opportunity to expand our offering and continue to be the partner of choice for our national customers.”
The deal is subject to customary closing conditions. Both parties anticipate a completion of the transaction over the coming weeks. The financial details of this acquisition will not be disclosed.