Contractor articles from November 2006

Contractor archives from November 2006

Treated wastewater saves drinking supply.
November 1, 2006... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR SAN PEDRO, CALIF. -- A water recycling facility here is saving 2.5 million gal. of potable water daily--enough potable water to serve more than 16,000 people per day. The Water Replenishment District of Southern...

EMCOR buys Comunale.(EMCOR Group Inc., S.A. Comunale Inc.)
November 1, 2006... NORWALK, CONN. -- EMCOR Group announced in early October that it has purchased S.A. Comunale Inc., a privately held fire protection and mechanical services company headquartered near Akron, Ohio. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. ...

Construction productivity is on the rise, but there's room for improvement.(Survey)
November 1, 2006... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR RALEIGH, N.C. -- The results of FMI's latest survey on contractor productivity indicate that 54% of respondents think that productivity has improved in the past few years, while only 47% reported improved productivity...

ASHRAE to develop: water saving standard.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR WASHINGTON -- A representative of the U.S. Department of Energy has invited the plumbing industry to give its feedback on a water conservation standard proposed by the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and...

Private equity firm to buy Jacuzzi and Zurn.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Company overview)
November 1, 2006... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. -- Private equity firm Apollo Management L.P. announced in mid-October that it is buying Jacuzzi Brands for $1.25 billion. Jacuzzi's bath and spa business will become an operating unit of Apollo,...

Victaulic acquires NIBCO's half of NVent.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... EASTON, PA. -- Victaulic Co. and NIBCO announced in mid-October that Victaulic has acquired full ownership of NVent, a joint venture of the two companies based in Allentown, Pa. Under terms of the agreement, all manufacturing, sales,...

ISH NA highlights innovation, renewable energy.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR CHICAGO -- Show management reported a total of 10,932 registered industry professionals at ISH North America, held Sept. 28-30 at McCormick Place here. Attendance included personnel from 561 exhibiting companies from...

As company marks 100 years, contractor looks forward.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... ALSIP, ILL. -- Some contractors think about doing something different, but Bill Erickson thinks about doing something really different. If a major center of commerce were to develop 60 miles west of Chicago, Erickson muses, the company could...

Mr. Rooter names first female president.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Mary Kennedy Thompson)
November 1, 2006... WACO, TEXAS -- Franchised plumbing and drain-cleaning service company Mr. Rooter announced Oct. 30 that it now has a Mrs. Rooter in charge. Mary Kennedy Thompson has become president. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Thompson, a former multiunit...

Mr. Rooter.(In Brief)
November 1, 2006... Mr. Rooter has made Franchise Times magazine's Top 200, according to a listing in its October issue. Ranks are based on sales and the number of franchise units. The magazine ranked Mr. Rooter No. 180 with $250 million in worldwide sales among...

Gale Norton.(In Brief)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Helping to develop the market for reused water, former U.S. Secretary of the Interior Gale Norton was to moderate the town of Prescott Valley's Effluent Water Auction Nov. 1-3 in the Prescott Valley (Ariz.) Town Chambers. The auction for 2,724...

New England Mechanical Contractors Association.(In Brief)
November 1, 2006... New England Mechanical Contractors Association recently made two pledges to the Mechanical Contracting Education & Research Foundation--one to maintain its sustaining member status and another to extend its original pledge of $100,000 with...

Coastal Mechanical Services.(In Brief)(BE & K Building Groupis allowed plumbing contract to Conservatory Clubhouse )(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... BE & K Building Group awarded Coastal Mechanical Services the HVAC and plumbing contract for the new Conservatory Clubhouse at the Hammock Beach Resort complex in Palm Coast, Fla. The project, a 38,000-sq.-ft. golf course clubhouse, consists of...

Wrightsoft Corp.(In Brief)
November 1, 2006... Wrightsoft Corp. is celebrating its 20th year in business. The company had its start placing the Air Conditioning Contractors of America Manual J form on a screen and having it calculate and display based on varying input numbers. The firm...

New research suggests that the British love their homes more than their partners.(In Brief)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... New research suggests that the British love their homes more than their partners. British homeowners spend an average of [pounds sterling]34 a week--[pounds sterling]1,768 a year--on interior and exterior home improvements compared with [pounds...

RPA names 2006 system showcase winners.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... CHICAGO -- The Radiant Panel Association announced the first-place winners of its 2006 System Showcase competition Sept. 29 during its annual meeting held in conjunction with the ISH North America trade show here. RPA's contest seeks to...

Not your father's plumber.(INDUSTRY EDUCATION)
November 1, 2006... STARBUCKS, WHICH convinced us that a cup of coffee is worth $4, is now selling safe water. In full-page ads in The New York Times, Starbucks alerts us to a "dire global water crisis... where roughly one out of five people lack access to safe,...

Make sure high-efficiency toilets work.(FORUM)
November 1, 2006... IREAD WITH interest John Koeller's Forum article in the September issue of CONTRACTOR regarding the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors' opposition to California's AB2496 ("High-efficiency toilets answer questions," pg. 34). As will often...

KSW backlog at $105 million.(FORUM)
November 1, 2006... LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. -- KSW Inc. in October was selected as the mechanical contractor for a new, mixed-use, 56-story luxury condominium/hotel project located on Washington Street in Manhattan. The contract, valued at $13.4 million, is the...

PMI clarifies stance on high-efficiency toilet bill.(LETTERS AND E-MAILS)
November 1, 2006... SCHAUMBURG, ILL. -- The Forum article by John Koeller appearing in the September issue of CONTRACTOR magazine, "High-efficiency toilets answer questions" (pg. 34), is incorrect regarding the Plumbing Manufacturers Institute's position on...

Does pool need own gas line?
November 1, 2006... VIA E-MAIL -- I saw Dave Yates' column about swimming pools at contractormag. com and have a question about gas lines for pool heaters ("Spring means it's pool heater mania time," May, pg. 52). We plan to install a 333,000 Btuh heater and...

More heat, less fuel: solar water heating and condensing boilers are showcased, while tankless water heaters continue to gain ground.(ISH NORTH AMERICA)
November 1, 2006... Visitors to the ISH North America show Sept. 28-30 in Chicago can address their customers' concerns about high fuel prices with a number of the products on display. Numerous manufacturers showed condensing boilers, and solar thermal collectors...

Unconventional heat for snow melt, part 2.(EATHERTON ON HYDRONICS)(Column)
November 1, 2006... WE BEGAN DISCUSSING the potential of waste heat recovery as an alternative to conventional heat sources for powering commercial snow-melt systems in my October column (pg. 42). In one particular case that I mentioned last month, a...

Reduce water going down the drain.(EATHERTON ON HYDRONICS)(Letter to the editor)
November 1, 2006... SANTA ANA, CALIF. -- Regarding Dave Yates' column in the October issue of CONTRACTOR ("Hot water recirculation saves money, energy," pg. 40), may I add my two cents? I, too, was tired of running water down the drain in the morning waiting...

Get emotional with customer marketing.(EATHERTON ON HYDRONICS)
November 1, 2006... LUTZ, FLA. -- The news story that Bob Miodonski wrote about "attracting"--as opposed to "chasing down"--customers hit the nail on the head ("Vary advertising message to attract, retain customers," September, pg. 5). The way to do this is...

Place your bets at 'Casino Spec Build'.(HYDRONIC SYSTEMS)
November 1, 2006... IT'S LATE IN the afternoon, and I am on edge and running behind. At the last minute, I had received a call for free tickets to tonight's Red Sox game. It's been a harried week, and I want nothing more than to stand on Landsdown Street in the...

Oil Heat Cares assists school in Connecticut.(HYDRONIC SYSTEMS)
November 1, 2006... EAST PETERSBURG, PA. -- The Oil Heat Cares Foundation, spearheaded by the National Association of Oil Heating Service Managers, recently approved a project by the New Haven Chapter of NAOHSM to help The St. Martin de Porres Academy in Hamden,...

NEFI offers EPA-approved kerosene decals.(HYDRONIC SYSTEMS)
November 1, 2006... WATERTOWN, MASS. -- New England Fuel Institute has produced EPA-approved, UV-resistant kerosene decals that are available to fuel marketers. As of June 1, fuel marketers that sell kerosene are required to use sulfur-content disclosure...

Estimate heat load by room or whole house.(FELDMANS ON COMPUTERS)
November 1, 2006... THE FIRST STEP when specifying and recommending a residential heating system is to determine the heat load for the project. Here is software that can speed that process and guarantee accuracy. Suitable for additions, upgrades and new...

Think through partial substantial completion.(McGREEVY ON LAW)
November 1, 2006... ASK THE AVERAGE person what it means to be "substantially complete" and you will probably get an answer such as "close to, kinda, sorta done." Well for those in construction, the term "substantially complete" has as special a meaning as the...

TIPs column so popular it hit No. 1 on Google.(BLACKMAN ON TAXES)(Column)
November 1, 2006... THE PURPOSE OF this monthly column always has been and still is simple: to show you, my readers, how to save taxes and create wealth (usually tax-free). Every now and then we hit a home run. How do we know? Reader response, usually by fax,...

Mechanical contractors join Linc Network.(BLACKMAN ON TAXES)
November 1, 2006... PITTSBURGH -- Airite Heating & Air Conditioning in Ontario, Calif., and InterCon Automation in Harrisburg, Pa., are the latest mechanical contractors to join the 125-plus-member Linc Network. Linc service contractors follow the disciplines of...

Makita to give away truck, tools, energy drink.(BLACKMAN ON TAXES)
November 1, 2006... LA MIRADA, CALIF. -- Power toolmaker Makita USA has partnered with Monster Energy Drink in a promotion to give away an "ultimate truck" packed with tools and a pallet of the drink. The promotion grand prize features a 2006 GMC 2500 4x4...

How to become an 'instant project manager'.(CRAIG ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
November 1, 2006... IT'S 2 P.M. FRIDAY. You've just learned that the senior project manager for your company, Mr. Alias, was fired Monday because of some "accounting irregularities" that were found in one of his jobs and that two of the PMs he trained, Mr. Smith...

Hot holiday marketing strategies.(HUDSON ON MARKETING)(Column)
November 1, 2006... I'VE BEEN KEEPING a secret from you. Well, actually a couple of them (I'm waiting for the background check results). But, as they say, timing is everything and it just hasn't been right. Until now. In case you've missed it, the holiday...

Go from contractor to mechanical consultant.(BEST PRACTICES)
November 1, 2006... THE BARRIERS TO entry into the industry are low, to say the least. In this highly competitive market, how do quality mechanical contractors stand out from their competition? How do we help customers understand the difference between cost and...

T & S Brass wins S.C. Small Manufacturer of '06.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... TRAVELER'S REST, S.C. -- T & S Brass and Bronze Works, a manufacturer of commercial plumbing for more than 50 years, has been named South Carolina's Small Manufacturer of the Year for 2006. The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and the...

Bradford White ranks first in survey of subs.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... AMBLER, PA. -- Bradford White Corp. ranks highest among water heater and boiler manufacturers in satisfying subcontractors, according to the J.D. Power and Associates/McGraw-Hill Construction 2006 HVAC and Water Heater/Boiler Subcontractor...

Weather guard van solutions bulkheads.(editor's choice)
November 1, 2006... universally fit Ford and Chevy vans. They offer 16 gauge steel construction and 3/16" steel top mounting angles. A 9" X 12" Dog Hatch at the bottom of the bulkhead makes for easier transportation of long-length material by using the floor space...

The 2007 tundra full-size pickup truck.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE 2007 TUNDRA FULL-SIZE PICKUP TRUCK is now available in a long bed version. It will be offered in regular- and double-cab versions. Both configurations will come with a choice of three engines, including a 5.7 liter V8 with a maximum towing...

A new 16,000 LB.GVWR version of the company's W42 chassis.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... A NEW 16,000 LB. GVWR VERSION OF THE COMPANY'S W42 CHASSIS is now available with either a diesel or gasoline engine. The diesel platform is powered by a VT 275 V-6 engine coupled to an Allison LCT-1000 electronic five-speed transmission. The...

The limited edition crossover series storage system.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE LIMITED EDITION CROSSOVER SERIES STORAGE SYSTEM has a lid design that compliments the rounded styles of the next generation of trucks. It features a self-adjusting, dual rotary locking system, a reinforced high-strength body, and a tight...

The stop-silent check valve.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE STOP-SILENT CHECK VALVE has a cone design that assures tight shut-off to prevent the backflow of liquid or gaseous media. The design also eliminates water hammer and associated problems of noise and wear. It is offered with the choice of...

This aerodynamic van body.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THIS AERODYNAMIC VAN BODY, when combined with a GM Duramax diesel engine on the Gcutaway van gives the owner more miles-per gallon than is achievable by most other vans of this class. The van body is made of seamless fiberglass. ...

The 2007 Silverado pickup truck.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE 2007 SILVERADO PICKUP TRUCK is built on an all-new platform that supports a smoother ride. Six powerful small-block V-8 engines are offered that compliment the stronger chassis to deliver a higher towing capacity (10,500 lb.) horsepower...

The IR insight portable infrared imager.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE IR INSIGHT PORTABLE INFRARED IMAGER combines image quality with thermal sensitivity for quick, accurate building diagnostics. The 160 X 120 focal plane array imagers deliver sharp grayscale or color images on a 3.5", 30-bit color high-res...

The 2007 sierra pickup truck.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE 2007 SIERRA PICKUP TRUCK delivers the light-duty segment's highest-rated towing capacity (10,500 lb.) and offers a maximum payload capacity of 2,160 lb. It is available with several trim packages, and with three cab configurations--regular,...

The nuheat electric floor-warming system.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE NUHEAT ELECTRIC FLOOR-WARMING SYSTEM is now available in a pre-packaged bath kit. Designed so contractors can easily walk in and out of a distribution outlet, the kits contain everything needed to warm the floor of a small bathroom or...

This traditional-style freestanding bathtub.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THIS TRADITIONAL-STYLE FREESTANDING BATHTUB is manufactured from Englishcast, a blend of volcanic limestone and high-performance resins. It is as strong as cast iron, but 50% lighter, with an easy-to-clean surface that is more durable than...

This synchronous ball valve.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THIS SYNCHRONOUS BALL VALVE is a very quiet zone valve that combines a synchronous motor-style actuator with the high close-off pressure and shut-down properties of a ball valve. It can be used in closed-loop hot water and/or chilled water...

The FX-SERIES of high-efficiency cast iron boilers.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE FX-SERIES OF HIGHEFFICIENCY CAST IRON BOILERS are gas-fired, direct-vent, and intended for the residential market. The line is up to 86% efficient and features an easy-to-install and service design, and deluxe insulated metal jacket. Sizes...

The model 125wt cast iron double door check valve.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE MODEL 125WT CAST IRON DOUBLE DOOR CHECK VALVE is offered in sizes from 2" to 10". It is designed to prevent severe water hammer from the backflow of a pressure tank when automatic controls shut down a fire pump. It is Factory Mutual...

The model e gasoline-powered roadrunner drain cleaning machine.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE MODEL E GASOLINEPOWERED ROADRUNNER DRAIN CLEANING MACHINE is able to rapidly remove clogs in large lines and long runs up to 500' down the line. It is capable of coupling to either sectional cables to clear up to 14" lines, or 5/16"...

Large diameter tapcon anchors.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... LARGE DIAMETER TAPCON ANCHORS now offer a patented "sawtooth" design that produces up to a 30% reduction in installation torque. The pattern cuts its own grooves into concrete while optimizing pullout performance. The anchors are offered in...

This copper farmhouse sink with cabinet.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THIS COPPER FARMHOUSE SINK WITH CABINET is hand crafted. The sink features an extended front apron. It is an ideal design touch for a kitchen, bar or pantry with old-fashioned, traditional decor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artisan ...

This BTU 2000+ portable gas analyzer.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE BTU 2000+ PORTABLE GAS ANALYZER is ideal for servicing and maintaining boilers, heaters and other domestic or industrial equipment. It analyzes [O.sub.2], CO, and calculates C[O.sub.2]. It acts as a differential pipe pressure leak detector,...

The snake overhead anchor.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE SNAKE OVERHEAD ANCHOR speeds the installation of threaded rod by eliminating the time consuming steps of banging in a drop-in and then using a special tool to set the expansion mechanism. The anchor is simply set into a drilled hole and...

The liberty faucet.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE LIBERTY FAUCET features contemporary lines that make it a good fit in most modern or traditional style kitchens. It is a single-lever faucet with a graceful hourglass-shaped pedestal mount. The lever can lock in the "on" position for...

A new of crimping tools.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... A NEW LINE OF CRIMPING TOOLS are now available to better install PEX potable water or radiant heating systems. The tools create a full-circle crimp that eliminates the unsightly appearance of tool marks and distortion of crimped rings. ...

The contra line of vanity tops.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE CONTRA LINE OF VANITY TOPS are offered in two undermount options: seamless and overlap. Thirty vanity top colors are offered, and four colors for bowls: white, bisque, bone and shell rose. They are offered with a 22" depth, and five...

The cycle guard iv series 152E pressure reducing valve.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE CYCLE GUARD IV SERIES 152E PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE is equipped with additional NPT tapped bosses for pressure gauge, water tank and/or a pump pressure switch. It maintains preset operating pressure and reduces rapid pump cycling. It...

The Manhattan series of premium kitchen faucets.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE MANHATTAN SERIES OF PREMIUM KITCHEN FAUCETS features five highly functional designs. They are manufactured of solid brass and are plated with high-quality triple satin nickel. The series incorporates ceramic disc valves for long, dependable...

The sweatbox II copper pipe sweating kit.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE SWEATBOX II COPPER PIPE SWEATING KIT includes a Super Fire 3 heavy-duty torch with a swirl-flame burner tip that wraps the flame around the tube for even heating. It also includes two tubing cutters and a durable plastic carrying case. ...

The Antioch kitchen faucet collection.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE ANTIOCH KITCHEN FAUCET COLLECTION features organic curves and graceful handle designs. It is available in a single-handle model with an articulated spout and side vegetable spray that is ideal for use with large, multi-bowl sinks. It is...

The new qickport manifold.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE NEW QICKPORT MANIFOLD takes up 20% less space than previous models, and is designed with more cold ports than hot ports to meet today's building needs. It is ideal for residential applications, or any facility that has multiple units with...

The pomeroy lavatory faucet.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE POMEROY LAVATORY FAUCET features smooth, contemporary lines that that flow seamlessly from stem to spout to handle. The one-piece body is easy to clean, and the single-hole mount simplifies installation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

The ultra force line of high-efficiency water heaters.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE ULTRA FORCE LINE OF HIGH-EFFICIENCY WATER HEATERS has been expanded to include the SUF130 300NEA and SUF130 400NEA. The new models offer 96% thermal efficiency for large commercial applications. They feature a 130 gal. storage capacity and...

The 22 series faucet.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE 22 SERIES FAUCET offers cutting-edge contemporary design. The series includes lavatory, Roman tub sets and tub/shower sets. The sleek, high-arched spout can be paired with three choices of handles: cross, lever and cylinder. ...

The patriot in-line hydraulic crimping tool.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE PATRIOT IN-LINE HYDRAULIC CRIMPING TOOL is powered by a a 14.4 V. nickel metal-hydride battery. It can generate 6 tons of crimping force. Its ergonomic design allows for one-handed operation. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] FCI CIRCLE...

Z series basins.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... Z SERIES BASINS are crafted from non-ferrous metals: bronze, pewter, brass and copper. They are combined with polymer binders to create a material that is beautiful and durable. The basins are resistant to spotting and discoloration, and can be...

The munchkin contender condensing boiler.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE MUNCHKIN CONTENDER CONDENSING BOILER is a compact, lightweight yet durable wall-hung package intended for residential space heating applications. Featuring a 93% AFUE, the boiler can be coupled with HTP's SuperStor Indirect Water Heater to...

The timeless collection of bath and kitchen hardware.(PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... THE TIMELESS COLLECTION OF BATH AND KITCHEN HARDWARE is designed to compliment the stainless steel finishes that are currently popular with kitchen appliances and bathroom fixtures. They are designed to work with with both traditional and...

Amtrol makes it easy to sell your customers.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... AMTROL MAKES IT EASY TO SELL YOUR CUSTOMERS energy efficiency and abundant hot water. The BoilerMate Sales Kit features literature in a simple format and a slide chart calculator to estimate fuel savings. With multiple sizes and colors, there's...

Anvil announces the availability of its new Anvil-strut[TM].(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... ANVIL ANNOUNCES THE AVAILABILITY OF ITS NEW ANVIL-STRUT[TM] Condensed Engineering Catalog and Price Sheet, showcasing their line of continuous strut and strut fittings with channels, fittings and accessories designed to provide durable,...

Borzit lays pipe under sidewalks, driveways or.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... BORZIT LAYS PIPE UNDER SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS OR landscaping faster with less effort for $265 including a 2" bit and FREE ground shipping! Powered by a 1/2" drill, the tool can bore up to 60' at 1' per minute with amazing accuracy. It can bore a...

Bryan boiler's new full line brochure.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... BRYAN BOILER'S NEW FULL LINE BROCHURE describes their gas, oil and dual-fuel fired hot water and steam boilers, electric hot water and steam boilers, water heaters and related equipment. The boilers are available in sizes from 250,000 to...

Charlotte pipe and foundry's AutoCAD CD version 3.0.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... 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...

Learn more about ChemDrain[TM] CPVC chemical waste drain system.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... LEARN MORE ABOUT CHEMDRAIN[TM] CPVC CHEMICAL WASTE DRAIN SYSTEM in this brochure. Charlotte's ChemDrain System offers a safe, durable and economical alternative for the disposal of a wide range of chemicals in institutional, academic and...

Dormont manufacturing, a subsidiary of watts water technologies.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... DORMONT MANUFACTURING, A SUBSIDIARY OF WATTS WATER TECHNOLOGIES, offers a full-range of flexible stainless steel gas connectors and related products. The Dormont Residential Catalog features our full family of appliance connectors, such as the...

General pipe cleaners' new economical metro-rooter[TM].(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... GENERAL PIPE CLEANERS' NEW ECONOMICAL METROROOTE[TM] is the Mini-Rooter[TM] of root cutting machines. With a capacity of 75 feet of 5/8" Flexicore[R] wire rope center cable, the Metro-Rooter[TM] handles roots and other tough stoppages in 3"...

The J-2512 typhoon trailer jet from general pipe cleaners.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... THE J-2512 TYPHOON TRAILER JET FROM GENERAL PIPE CLEANERS is able to clear blockages in big lines and long runs. The jet delivers 12 GPM at 2,500 psi to remove grease, sediment and debris. The 200-gal. holding tank carries enough water to...

The superbrute wet rotor circulator.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... THE SUPERBRUTE WET ROTOR CIRCULATOR allows installers to choose a speed with the turn of a switch, allowing it to replace several single-speed models. It includes an integrated, removable check valve designed for low friction loss, making it...

Manufactures, assembles, packages, and distributes.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... MANUFACTURES, ASSEMBLES, PACKAGES, AND DISTRIBUTES plumbing products, including brass goods, fittings, chemicals, and tools to plumbing service shops through independent sales distributors nationwide. Finished Goods include faucets, drain...

The boss tee is designed to work double duty in the.(LITERATURE SHOWCASE)
November 1, 2006... THE BOSS TEE 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. It features a large spherical opening to...