Cutting-edge innovation in temperature mixing The Caleffi 5212 Series SinkMixer™ is a scald protection, under-sink thermostatic mixing valve used to deliver safe tempered water where the user must be protected from the danger of scalding caused by hot water. The convenient 4-port design simplifies piping and minimizes connection points. It features a cold water bypass Read more
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Cutting-edge innovation in temperature mixing
The Caleffi 5212 Series SinkMixer™ is a scald protection, under-sink thermostatic mixing valve used to deliver safe tempered water where the user must be protected from the danger of scalding caused by hot water. The convenient 4-port design simplifies piping and minimizes connection points. It features a cold water bypass to the fixture that eliminates the need for additional piping and a tee that would be required with a 3-port design.
SinkMixer is precision engineered with forged DZR low-lead brass that resists corrosion and provides high flow capacity in a compact body. The low friction, high-performance moving internal parts resist scaling to ensure stable, accurate temperature control. Peroxide-cured EPDM elastomers resist chlorine and chloramine, which can be present in public water supplies, ensuring long valve life.
Installers appreciate the stand-off wall bracket for sturdy mounting and simple hose connection. Maintenance is easily accommodated with replaceable inlet check valves and stainless steel mesh filters. The filters provide maximum debris protection. Tamper-resistant locking nut and cap prevents unauthorized set point adjustments.
SinkMixer is available with fitting hardware that includes (1) plug for cold outlet port (used for automatic sinks which have a one pipe connection for tempered water) and (4) nuts and (4) ferrules (sleeves) for use with pipe-types other than flexible stainless steel hoses.
Rest assured. SinkMixer is ICC-ES certified compliant to ASSE 1070/ASME A112.1070/CSA B125.70 (Performance Requirements for Water Temperature Limiting Devices) and NSF/ANSI/CAN 61-2019 and IPC, IRC, UPC and NPC for drinking water systems in accordance with U.S. and Canadian plumbing codes
SinkMixer is an important part of the LEGIOMIX® domestic hot water (DHW) control system that was recognized by the AHR Innovation Awards panelists as a finalist in the 2022 Sustainable Solutions category. Caleffi’s DHW system – a product trifecta – consists of three components: A LEGIOMIX digital mixing valve, ThermoSetter™ thermal balancing valves and SinkMixer anti-scald mixing valves. Combined this product trifecta promotes energy efficient DHW recirculation system design, while enabling safe and effective thermal disinfection cycles to control Legionella.
Learn more about Caleffi’s cutting-edge innovation in temperature mixing at www.caleffi.us.
Viega adds MegaPress® 316 Spring Check Valves in 1⁄2” to 2” sizes, MegaPress® Ball Valves in 1⁄2”-4” sizes and ProPress ECO Tubing 316 and Manual Balancing Valves for Potable Water Broomfield, Colo. — Viega announces the availability of new products in its MegaPress® and ProPress® product lines. The expanded line of ball valves completes the Read more
Viega adds MegaPress® 316 Spring Check Valves in 1⁄2” to 2” sizes, MegaPress® Ball Valves in 1⁄2”-4” sizes and ProPress ECO Tubing 316 and Manual Balancing Valves for Potable Water
Broomfield, Colo. — Viega announces the availability of new products in its MegaPress® and ProPress® product lines. The expanded line of ball valves completes the MegaPress system and is ideal for commercial and industrial applications, including gas applications. All the valves have Viega’s SmartConnect® technology, which helps installers easily identify unpressed connections during a pressure test. The new products being added to the line of MegaPress ball valves are:
- – MegaPress Ball Valve 1⁄2” to 2” (EPDM Sealing Element) – a full port valve featuring a carbon steel body, double-stem seal, stainless steel ball, and a lockable handle.
- – MegaPress FKM Ball Valve 1⁄2” to 2” (FKM Sealing Element) – this valve has the same carbon steel body, double-stem seal, stainless steel ball, and lockable handle, yet features an FKM sealing element which is designed for use in higher-temperature applications. The 2-1⁄2” to 4” valves feature a carbon steel body, chrome-plated ball and an SST lockable handle.
- – MegaPress 304 FKM Ball Valve 1⁄2” to 4” (FKM Sealing Element) – this valve features a 304 stainless steel body, double-stem seal, stainless steel ball, and lockable handle. The combination of the FKM sealing element and the 304 stainless steel makes this option ideal for harsh environments that require higher operating temperatures.
- – MegaPress 316 Ball Valve 1⁄2” to 4” (EPDM Sealing Element) – this valve works in a variety of harsh environments, including cleaning agents, acid, and potable water. It is made of a 316 stainless steel body featuring a double-stem seal, a stainless steel ball, and lockable handle.
- – MegaPressG Ball Valve 2 1⁄2” to 4” (HNBR Sealing Element) – now available in large diameters, the valves feature an HNBR sealing element at the press-ends which is compatible with fuel and gas applications.
- – MegaPress 316 Check Valve (EPDM Sealing Element) – the check valve helps create directional flow of fluid in one direction while preventing fluid from flowing back. It is ideal for industrial applications, including potable water, rainwater, chilled and hydronic water.
“After 10 years of success, it’s exciting to have the MegaPress portfolio grow with maintenance-free MegaPress ball valves that enable fast, safe and efficient installation from 1⁄2” to 4″. MegaPress 316 spring check valves are a useful addition to the MegaPress 316 portfolio and carry an NSF®-61-372 listing,” said Christian Becker, Product Manager, Valves, of Viega LLC.
Viega also released two new products for the ProPress system – the ProPress Manual Balancing Valve and ProPress 316 ECO Tubing. The ProPress 316 ECO Tubing is a stainless-steel alternative to copper. It’s engineered for commercial potable systems where the piping may come into contact with corrosive cleaning liquids. It is compatible with ProPress 316 fittings and is a great option for potable water, air, acidic and cleaning solution applications.The Viega ProPress Manual Balancing Valve features an adjustable handle with an integral scale visible on the side used to increase or decrease the flow rate. The two pressure-test ports are used to measure the differential pressure across the seat of the valve, which can be used to calculate the flow rate. The ProPress Manual Balancing Valve is suitable for commercial applications, including potable and hydronic systems.
“Our customers now have more options to use press technology for a larger number of applications,” said Luke Paulo, Manager, Product Portfolio Development of Viega LLC. “The new ProPress 316 ECO tubing is a natural extension to our existing ProPress 316 line. It carries an NSF®-61-372 listing, which means our ProPress 316 system can be used in potable water systems.”
Taco Comfort Solutions has expanded its family of easy to use, high-efficiency ECM circulators with the addition of the 0026e. With a maximum of 26 feet of head and 44 GPM, the new variable-speed circulator offers up to 85 percent energy savings over a conventional circulator. The 0026e circulator is available with cast iron or Read more
Taco Comfort Solutions has expanded its family of easy to use, high-efficiency ECM circulators with the addition of the 0026e. With a maximum of 26 feet of head and 44 GPM, the new variable-speed circulator offers up to 85 percent energy savings over a conventional circulator.
The 0026e circulator is available with cast iron or NSF/ANSI 61 & 372 certified stainless steel volutes, ideal for either closed-loop heating systems or domestic hot water systems. It also offers a convenient, rotatable control box for a professional look, no matter the orientation of the installed circulator.
The easily-installed, easily-programmed 0026e circulator features five simple settings; low, medium, high, Taco’s exclusive activeADAPT® self-adjusting proportional pressure, and 0-10v control. Its variable speed performance curves are equivalent to Taco’s 0010, 0011, 0012, 0012 and 0014 models.
Hydronic system designers and installers will find that the new circulator is ideal for large residential and light commercial heating, chilled water cooling and domestic hot water systems. The 0026e is dual-voltage 115V/230V, and the 6.5” rotated flange-to-flange dimension retrofits most circulators in its class.
The new circulator includes exclusive features that make Taco’s ECM high-efficiency circulators easy to use, including SureStart® automatic unblocking and air purging, BIO Barrier® black iron oxide protection, dual electrical knockouts, and recessed flange nut-grabbers for easier fit up.
For more information, visit www.TacoComfort.com
Uponor is continuing to innovate in the residential radiant market with the launch of its newest radiant panel — Xpress Trak™. Designed for residential new construction and remodels, Xpress Trak is a single-panel system with lightweight XPS foam at its core and laminated aluminum around the entire surface to provide exceptional heat-transfer capability. The XPS Read more
Uponor is continuing to innovate in the residential radiant market with the launch of its newest radiant panel — Xpress Trak™. Designed for residential new construction and remodels, Xpress Trak is a single-panel system with lightweight XPS foam at its core and laminated aluminum around the entire surface to provide exceptional heat-transfer capability.
The XPS foam in Xpress Trak provides numerous benefits for both the installing contractor and the homeowner, including:
- Natural moisture resistance to eliminate caulking edges or panel grooves for increased installation efficiencies
- No insulation needed in joist space below the subfloor, saving labor time and materials costs
- Compressive strength of 49 psi (pounds per square inch) to eliminate floor deflection
- Lower mass for faster response times to improve system performance
- An R-value of 3.13 that allows energy use to heat the space rather than charging and storing energy into the panel
Xpress Trak is designed for use with 5/16″ Wirsbo hePEX™ oxygen-barrier PEX-a pipe and includes a low, 5/8″ profile to minimize construction in remodel projects, as well as 6″ on-center pipe spacing to accurately meet residential radiant application needs. The panels work well under most floor coverings, including hardwood, carpet, tile, linoleum, and luxury vinyl tile or plank. Additionally, the product features straight runs and return bends integrated into one panel for faster, easier ordering and installation.
“With more than 40 years in the radiant market, we are passionate about innovations that advance the industry,” says Aaron Stotko, director, Segment Marketing, at Uponor. “By launching Xpress Trak, which provides an ideal complement to our new Smatrix Pulse wireless radiant and air-side control system, installers will now have a comprehensive solution that can help increase efficiencies, productivity, and profitability in their residential projects.”
For further details about Xpress Trak, check out this information sheet. To see how quickly and easily Xpress Trak installs in a residential radiant remodel, watch this video. For all other products, systems, services, and solutions, visit uponor.com.
Meets New US Department of Energy Regulations with Enhanced Boiler Efficiencies Hydronic comfort heating leader Weil-McLain® has announced the availability of its 2023 Department of Energy (DOE)-compliant commercial cast iron product portfolio with enhanced boiler efficiencies. The upgraded designs of the LGB Steam/Water Series 3 and 88 Water Series 3 boiler product lines include exciting new features that go beyond Read more
Meets New US Department of Energy Regulations with Enhanced Boiler Efficiencies
Hydronic comfort heating leader Weil-McLain® has announced the availability of its 2023 Department of Energy (DOE)-compliant commercial cast iron product portfolio with enhanced boiler efficiencies. The upgraded designs of the LGB Steam/Water Series 3 and 88 Water Series 3 boiler product lines include exciting new features that go beyond just regulatory compliance and pave the way for the next generation of industry-leading performance, reliability and service life.
DOE regulation 431.87 states that commercial boilers manufactured after January 9, 2023, including knockdown, assembled block and complete package configurations, must meet higher minimum efficiency standards. The LGB family meets those requirements with enhanced thermal efficiencies up to 84% and combustion efficiencies up to 81%. Additionally, the 88 product family is 2023 DOE-compliant with thermal efficiencies up to 87% and combustion efficiencies up to 88%.
“Weil-McLain is proud to lead the industry in meeting the minimum higher efficiency requirements as the first to offer its complete DOE-compliant portfolio to market” said John Miller, commercial boiler product manager with Weil-McLain. “Increasing the efficiency of the LGB and 88 Water families results in lower fuel consumption and operating costs while providing reliable and trouble-free operation for property owners and facility managers.”
Ideal for light commercial applications such as multi-family, municipal, elementary and higher education, religious and institutional settings, the LGB is Weil-McLain’s highest efficiency commercial cast iron atmospheric gas boiler and is available in steam and water heating designs ranging from 350-2470 MBH. Tested for 80 psi working pressure, the boiler includes factory-assembled bases and natural draft burners for quick and easy installation and features an improved plug-and-play wiring approach, easy start-up programming prompts and an LCD backlit digital display. An exhaust gas draft inducer reduces overhead height requirements and enables a compact boiler installation, allowing for more piping and venting headroom.
The 88 Series family offers a performance range of 960-5845 MBH and is suited for many of the same commercial applications as the LGB line. Available in steam or water boiler configurations with gas, oil and gas-oil fuel options from a broad range of power burner vendors, standard features include a combination pressure and temperature gauge, HXT-bars for optimized heat transfer, low-water cutoff, 30 psi working pressure and observation ports at the front and back for quick inspection without having to disrupt heating system operation.
“In addition to these updates, customers can also anticipate a DOE-compliant 94 Steam Series 4 boiler model targeted for a mid-year 2023 production launch”, added Miller.
To learn more about the DOE-compliant LGB and 88 Water boiler lines, visit www.weil-mclain.com