Product Spotlight

The Webstone Compact Press Manifold is ideal for near-boiler piping or secondary loops. This manifold is a redesign of the Hydro-Core Double Ball Drain. It features fully integrated press end connections for fewer potential leak paths and less brass. It retains the original manifold’s core functionality in a compact new body that saves even more time, money, and space than its predecessor.

Designed for use with water, oil, or glycol mix in residential or light commercial heating systems, the Compact Press manifold is available in sizes 1” and 1¼”, including reducing branch options.

For more information on Webstone’s Hydro-Core product line, visit: https://www.nibco.com/brands/webstone/hydro-core/

Cool and Heat #LikeABosch with Bosch Climate 5000 Series Heat Pumps

Bosch Home Comfort, a leading source of high-quality heating, cooling and hot water systems, has unveiled a new R-454B version of its Bosch Climate 5000 Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pumps in compliance with low GWP A2L refrigerant requirements. This latest model will leverage a low GWP R-454B refrigerant while continuing to offer a simple and seamless installation, making it easy and effortless to cool and heat #LikeABosch.

Designed for effortless installation without the need for ductwork, Bosch mini-splits offers efficient heating and cooling with whisper-quiet operation. These systems also include a factory-installed A2L Sensor on the evaporator coil that directly connects to the indoor unit’s control base. The quiet-performing condenser can power up to six indoor air handlers to offer a multi-zone, whole house solution for homeowners.

In addition, the Climate 5000 Ductless Mini-Splits series also features infrared technology known as the Intelligent Eye. Implemented on the exterior unit, the Intelligent Eye is used to sense when people are inside the room to offer increased automated temperature controls. If the room is empty, the Intelligent Eye technology will automatically ease off the compressor speed in an effort to conserve energy for the homeowner and improve humidity control.

“Our goal with every product launch is to make our newest offering even better than the last, and the Bosch 5000 Climate Ductless Mini-Splits is a testament to this commitment,” said Jean Carlo Contreras Gallo, Product Manager. “The Climate 5000 Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pump Series is a technician’s dream with its easy installation and versatility, while offering customers the enhanced level of comfort they have come to know and enjoy from Bosch Home Comfort.”

Additional features and specifications include:

• Compact design to save space in homes
• Outdoor unit runs as low as 53 dB, while the indoor unit runs as low as 23 dB
• Electrical, refrigerant and condensate drain lines connect outdoor and indoor units via a 3-inch diameter hole
• 10-year compressor warranty
• 10-year parts residential warranty, depending on product registration
• Universal wired thermostat is backwards-compatible

To learn more about Bosch Home Comfort and its complete portfolio of products, visit www.Bosch-homecomfort.com/us.

The 5 Series 3D residential geothermal system by WaterFurnace International is the most advanced three-way heating and cooling solution to ever hit the market. It provides forced air heating, forced air cooling and hydronic heat for radiant floors and domestic hot water usage – all in a single unit. It is the ideal heating and cooling solution for consumers who desire heated floors in their living spaces, garages, basements, workshops or offices.

The 5 Series 3D comes standard with Aurora Advanced Controls, which offer advanced operating logic, robust troubleshooting capabilities, and full two-way communication between components. These controls work together with our Symphony Contractor Portal to provide contractors with remote system access to troubleshoot their customers’ challenges from the comfort of the office or anywhere there’s an internet connection. At the click of a button, contractors gain instant, real-time access to performance information along with the ability to make system adjustments on the fly as needed for the homeowner – helping technicians save time, cut costs and maximize productivity. Plus, homeowners gain peace of mind knowing certified contractors can use the accessibility and visibility of the units to head off any potential maintenance issues.

Like all WaterFurnace geothermal units, the 5 Series 3D far outpaces traditional gas furnaces, air conditioners and air source heat pumps when it comes to efficiency. Homeowners can see a reduction in annual costs for heating, cooling and hot water of up to 70%. That’s in addition to the savings seen on the front end thanks to the 30 percent federal energy tax credit (plus possible additional state and local savings).

All 5 Series 3D units come standard with low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant that meets all federal regulations. For more information about the 5 Series 3D, please click here. https://www.waterfurnace.com/residential/products/geothermal-heat-pumps/508c11

Built for those who want to get the job done right, Work IQ Tools’ IQ Vise System™ is a heavy-duty, all-terrain vise that grips stronger, adjusts faster, and withstands tough conditions while improving efficiency, precision, and overall job site workflow.

Designed for Builders Who Demand Smarter Tools

The IQ Vise System™ was built with today’s homebuilding professionals in mind, offering:

• IQ Vise™ – A high-performance articulating vise that locks in multiple positions, allowing builders to work smarter, not harder.
• IQ Vise Jaws™ – Swappable jaw inserts designed for different materials and shapes, keeping workpieces secure and minimizing damage.
• IQ Connect™ – Plug-and-play accessories that provide extra functionality, freeing up hands and making complex tasks simpler.

Whether you’re framing, finishing, or crafting custom pieces, the IQ Vise System™ helps you work faster and with more accuracy—so you can focus on delivering top-quality results.