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- 15
Posted on October 15, 2010 by John OReilly
Grundfos UP Two-Way Zone Valves for hydronic heating applications incorporate a 24-VAC, normally closed, motorized actuator that is removable with the push of a built-in button for easier installation and servicing. With its compact and installer-friendly design, the in-line actuator features a high gear ratio that eliminates gear-tooth stress, water hammer and valve “bouncing” for virtually silent operation.
Available with or without a sealed auxiliary end switch, the actuator has an enlarged, coil-spring gear transmission that can deliver 20 psi (pounds per square inch) of close-off force at a flow rate of 7.5 Cv. The valve body itself is made of durable forged brass, rated at 300 psi, with a two-way flow and a high Cv rating. All components are corrosion-resistant.
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- Oct
- 14
Posted on October 14, 2010 by Nora DePalma
American Standard Cadet 3
American Standard Brands is one of the elite, few plumbing manufacturers who has products entirely “Made in the USA”, meeting the requirements of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 – Buy American Requirements for Construction Material.
The top rated American Standard Cadet® 3 ADA elongated is among the residential and commercial products that help architects, engineers and contractors involved in stimulus-funded building projects select the appropriate product for Buy American-ARRA compliance.
A press release with images available for download is available in the American Standard pressroom.
- Oct
- 12
Posted on October 12, 2010 by John OReilly
To help mark National Fire Prevention Week, the Excelsior, Minn., Fire District hosted a dramatic, side-by-side demonstration of two room fires – one equipped with fire sprinklers and the other without – as part of its Fire Prevention Open House and Safety Fair on Thursday evening, Oct. 7, 2010. More than 1,200 local residents attended the event.
The Open House event culminated with firefighters simultaneously lighting fires in two similarly sized and furnished rooms, one sprinklered and the other not.
“By providing this unique live fire comparison, our residents gained an appreciation for the aggressive nature of home fires and realized what an incredible advantage it is to have a home fire sprinkler system,” says Excelsior Fire District Fire Inspector Kellie Murphy-Ringate.
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- Oct
- 1
Posted on October 1, 2010 by John OReilly
The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) recently recognized Uponor for its 10 years of membership and its continued dedication to the fire sprinkler industry through products, education, training and awareness. According to NFSA North Central Regional Manager Robert Kleinheinz, “It’s rare to have a PEX manufacturer, such as Uponor, be a member for such a long time,” says Kleinheinz. “I think it’s great that Uponor is training and educating people about this industry. It shows they want to do more than just sell a product.”
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- 1
Posted on October 1, 2010 by John OReilly
On Sept. 12, dozens of special-needs children, along with their parents and friends, helped to commemorate the groundbreaking of their new ballpark in Lakeville, Minn., which is specially designed to be a barrier-free, handicapped- and wheelchair-accessible baseball and softball field.
According to Richard Peick, Uponor Engineering project manager, “This league means so much to the children and their friends and families. Uponor is proud to be a Grand Slam Club sponsor of the new ballpark and we also look forward to donating more of our time to the league.”
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