Product Focus: Residential Plumbing, Water Quality and Conditioning

Bathtub

MTI Baths Evalina

The Evalina from MTI Baths is an oval tub featuring a symmetrical design and a deep, double-ended bathing well. Combining the clean lines of a modern aesthetic with a flat rim, it was designed to provide support for a luxurious bathing experience. It measures 66.25 by 32.25 by 22.5 inches with a bathing well designed for comfort and relaxation. Offered as a soaker or air bath, each tub is made to order and hand-crafted from SculptureStone material, a mostly organic mixture of ground natural minerals and high-performance resins that gives the look and feel of molded stone. It is available in white or biscuit with six different exterior color options as well as a choice of matte or hand-polished deep finishes. 800-783-8827; www.mtibaths.com

Boilers

Lochinvar NOBLE Floor Mount Fire Tube Combi Boiler

The NOBLE Floor Mount Fire Tube Combi Boiler from Lochinvar brings to market a brand new floor mount boiler option for homeowners and multi-family facilities with models ranging from 110,000 to 199,000 Btu/h. The floor mount provides customers with the tried and tested features of a Lochinvar NOBLE Combi Boiler but now in a new option for installs that don’t have the wall space required for a wall mount unit. Homeowners can be assured that their home’s domestic hot water demand will be met with ease and in a timely manner thanks to the unit’s 10-1 turndown ratio and thermal efficiency rate of 95%. 615-889-8900; www.lochinvar.com

Rinnai I-SERIES Plus 

The I-SERIES Plus wall-hung condensing gas boiler from Rinnai is a line of solo and combi condensing gas boilers that offers value and performance with an expanded product line that features Smart Sense adaptive gas valve technology. Now with the touch of a button on a unit controller or smartphone, fuel type can be selected — conversion kits are no longer required. It offers Smart connect, a Bluetooth-enabled setup on the Rinnai Central App for parameter settings and speedy unit configuration. It also offers simultaneous delivery of heat and domestic hot water for maximum comfort, and up to 96% Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency. It has the capability for cascading, common venting and longer vent lengths, giving plumbers more options during the installation. 800-621-9419; www.rinnai.us

Coatings/Linings/Sealants

Flow-Liner Systems Neofit+Plus Expandable Pressure Pipe

Neofit+Plus Expandable Pressure Pipe from Flow-Liner Systems is a trenchless technology that creates an impenetrable barrier between drinking water and the existing host pipe. Host pipes (like lead and copper) can leach dangerous levels of toxic materials in your drinking water. The Neofit+Plus EPP structural material has been scientifically proven by examining extensive hydrolysis testing, indicating it will last well over 100 years. It often only requires a single small access pit, saving yards, trees, sidewalks and floors from demolition. The speedy process allows for many installations a day and immediate return to service. 800-348-0020; www.flow-liner.com

FORMADRAIN Formapox 101

Formapox 101 from FORMADRAIN is a durable steam-cured liner that eliminates the mess and cost of traditional dig-and-replace methods. It is made from a watertight, thin, yet extremely strong composite material and a specially formulated resin. The liner is bright blue in color. It is the mainstay of the company’s pushed- or pulled-in-place, steam-cured, fiberglass and epoxy underground pipe repair system. It can be used in line sizes from 2 to 48 inches. The repair is so thin that pipes sustain their original flow capacities, even with a liner installed in such small diameters. 888-337-6764; www.formadrain.com

Controls/Control Panels

FloLogic PinPoint

The PinPoint line of environmental sensors from FloLogic monitors for accumulation of water, as well as room temperature, humidity and movement. When paired with a FloLogic system, the sensor can trigger immediate plumbing supply shutoff with the detection of water or low temperatures. The smart leak detection and automatic shutoff system has industrial-grade cast bronze valves in sizes up to 2 inches. Plumbers who sell and install the system help their clients secure their home against plumbing supply leak damage and can help them both retain and save annually on property insurance. 877-356-5644; www.flologic.com

SJE Rhombus WellZone 

The WellZone digital controller from SJE Rhombus provides pressure control for single-phase two-wire submersible well pump applications. It uses a 0 to 150 psi pressure transducer to monitor the discharge pressure and turns the pump on and off according to the start and stop setpoints. The LCD is visible through the clear cover of the NEMA 4X enclosure to allow for quick view of the system pressure, run status, hours run and pump cycles. It provides pump protection against rapid cycling, low pressure, run dry, overpressure, overcurrent and undercurrent. It is longer lasting than a standard pressure switch, easy to set up and has a wide range of pressures and pumping differentials. The digital controller is UL/cUL-listed. A three-wire model is coming soon. 888-342-5753; www.sjerhombus.com

Zoeller Pump Aquanot Fit 508

A simple notification of a high-water event or a control panel alarm can typically provide enough advance warning to investigate the site and prevent equipment or property damage. For most residential applications, smart Zoeller Pumps will also self-test and use alternate battery power, reducing issues normally associated with dormant standby backup equipment. The Aquanot Fit 508 is a battery backup sump pump that can activate for whatever reason sump water is not being evacuated. This might be because of power outage, failed equipment or high incoming volume. If a basement can benefit from notification or remote control, testing and diagnostics of crucial pump equipment, then the Aquanot Fit 508, or perhaps simply a connected APak high-water alarm may be a simple, inexpensive solution. 800-928-7867; www.zoellerpumps.com

Faucets

Barber Wilsons Milne Collection

The Milne Collection from Barber Wilsons consists of wall and deck faucets and showers characterized with strong yet elegant cross top handles and clean lines. Crafted of solid brass, the faucets are offered in a wide variety of “living” and “established” finishes — including polished brass, brushed brass, weathered bronze, matte bronze, matte black, polished nickel, brushed nickel, satin nickel, brushed copper, satin copper, brushed chrome, polished chrome, satin chrome, polished gold, brushed gold, polished inca and brushed inca. 800-727-6317; www.barberwilsons.com

Elkay Avado

Get fresh, better-tasting filtered water for drinking and cooking straight from your kitchen sink tap. The Avado two-in-one filtered kitchen faucet from Elkay delivers both hot and cold non-filtered water and cold filtered water. Minimize plastic bottle waste — fill your glass, pitcher, stockpot and dog bowl right at the sink. Plus, there’s no need to install a second beverage faucet or rely on inefficient refrigerator filters. This drinking water faucet includes a filter that is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI 42, 53 and 401 to reduce some of the most harmful contaminants: PFOA/PFOS (PFAS), lead, microplastics and more. 630-574-8484; www.elkay.com

PRIER Products 526 Series Boiler Drain

The 526 Series Boiler Drain from PRIER Products includes a heavy-duty lead-free brass body (certified to NSF 372), cast metal operating handle with brass mounting screw and a solid brass fast-travel stem with ACME threads. It comes in the choice of FPT, MPT and SWT inlet connections with a 3/4-inch garden hose connection outlet for universal use. Each valve is individually tested, features EPDM smooth turn seals for longer wear life and provides unobstructed waterways for greater flow rates. It comes standard with a green-colored handle, but can be customized with red or blue optional color choices. 800-362-9055; www.prier.com

Fittings

Aquaguard WAGS Valve

WAGS Valves from Aquaguard can stop a leaking water heater tank from continuously refilling and dripping, or until the tank fails catastrophically. The shut-off valve halts the incoming water supply, and on gas-fired units, shuts off the gas supply to ensure the home’s safety from water heater failure. They are mechanically operated; meaning no maintenance, no electricity or no battery checks are required. They sit in a drip pan under the water heater and are activated when leaking water accumulates to a predetermined level in the pan. Once activated, the industrial-duty, one-shot safety valve shuts off the water and gas supply if so equipped. A red tab pops out to indicate valve activation. 844-438-9247; www.wagsvalve.com 

BrassCraft Stainless Steel Braided Water Heater Connectors

BrassCraft Stainless Steel Braided Water Heater Connectors offer versatility for most water heater installations. Available in 18- and 24-inch lengths with a variety of connection types, this line of water heater connectors offers a flexible construction that connects the water supply to water heaters in confined spaces, bringing flexibility to any installation. There’s no cutting or soldering required, as the flexible water heater connectors install quickly for a durable installation. They protect from the elements with the use of a reinforced PVC hose that helps provide a layer of protection against chlorine and chloramines in water distribution systems. The connectors’ dielectric attributes eliminate the need to install an additional dielectric union, reducing time and installation costs. 877-272-7755; www.brasscraft.com

REHAU, Building Solutions Division EVERLOC+

Designed for use with RAUPEX UV shield PEXa pipe in potable water applications, the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve fitting system from REHAU, Building Solutions Division features both polymer and lead-free brass fittings in diameters up to 2 inches, as well as the EVERLOC+ power tool. Connections are made using a two-step expansion and compression process, both performed by the power tool. First, the pipe is expanded, then the sleeve is actively compressed over the pipe and fitting for a secure connection that is immediately ready for pressure testing. The fitting system includes couplings, tees, elbows, transition fittings, multi-port tees and accessories in sizes from 3/8 through 2 inches. 800-247-9445; www.everlocplus.com

Uponor TotalFit

TotalFit from Uponor is the professional-grade, engineered polymer, push-to-connect fitting solution that provides greater value for residential projects with the same versatility and speed as brass push-to-connect fittings. Now, plumbers have a trusted, reliable push-to-connect fitting option in sizes from 1/2 to 1 inch that works with any copper tube size piping, including PEX, PE-RT, CPVC and copper. 800-321-4739; www.uponor.com

Viega Brass Ball Valves

Viega Brass Ball Valves introduce multiple configurations, including a ProPress Ball Valve with drain, a ProPress to PureFlow Ball Valve, and PureFlow ball valves with or without drain. Each press brass ball valve comes standard with Smart Connect technology to help identify unpressed connections. The options feature factory-assembled EPDM sealing elements and stem seals, can withstand pressures up to 300 psi, and range in size from 1/2 to 1 inch. Easily transition from copper to PEX with the ProPress to PureFlow ball valve, available in both press and crimp options. Additionally, there is a threaded brass ball valve option with female pipe threads to help complete a project with one supplier. ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow systems are approved for over 2,500 standard and nonstandard applications and can be pressed with the same tool. 800-976-9819; www.viega.us

Fixtures

ADD-A-TRAP PRO

The ADD-A-TRAP PRO is a plumbing part that has a removable strainer intended for 1 1/2- and/or 1 1/4-inch drain pipes. By loosening a slip joint nut, the strainer can be removed for cleaning or retrieval of items. It was designed to replace the standard P-trap. By loosening the two slip joint nuts and removing the old P-trap, you can place the ADD-A-TRAP PRO in its place and tighten the two slip joint nuts. 330-750-0417;  www.addatrap.com

CORRO-PROTEC Powered Anode Rod 

CORRO-PROTEC Powered Anode Rods made of titanium stop corrosion, rotten egg smell and limescale buildup inside hot water tanks. Designed to last over 20 years, they are a long-term solution that don’t require any maintenance. The power supply, plugged on top of the titanium anode rod, provides small electrical current that completely stops corrosion. With that unlimited source of protection, it can double the life of the tank and prevent unwanted reactions like the sulfur smell in hot water, limescale buildup inside the water heater and air in water pipes. Since the anodes won’t deteriorate over time, they are 12 inches long and easy to install in a wide range of water heaters starting from 10 gallons to 120 gallons, including a specific model for Bradford White tanks. They fit on electric, gas, solar, hybrid, indirect and geothermal water heaters. 877-466-6660; www.corroprotec.com

Sump Pumps

Ashland Pump sump pumps 

Ashland Pump sump pumps feature rugged cast iron construction to withstand tough conditions and provide long-lasting performance. Equipped with permanent split capacitor, continuous duty-rated motors and upper and lower ball bearings, these pumps are designed for efficiency and durability. The vortex impeller, made of thermoplastic for the 1/3 hp models and cast iron for the 1/2 hp models, ensures optimal water flow and debris-handling capabilities. They have a professional contractor-grade vertical switch with a switch guard for added safety and convenience. The 10-foot-long power cord provides flexibility in installation, making it easier to set up and operate the pump effectively. 855-281-6830; www.ashlandpump.com

Little Giant 6-Series 

The 6-Series sump pumps from Little Giant are designed for continuous duty usage in various residential and light industrial environments, including basements, crawl spaces, transformer vaults, loading docks or elevator pits. They take on the challenge of dewatering and water transfer with force. This pump is suitable for shallow, small-basin applications and produces 46 gpm at 5 feet of head while reaching a maximum shut-off of 18 feet. The pump utilizes multiple switch options with the most popular being the integral diaphragm, which has no external floats to hang up on pipes or basin walls. Due to the orientation of the diaphragm, this pump will not only fit into smaller pits and spaces, but also operate more reliably. 800-701-7894; www.littlegiant.com

Tools

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Tech Tools app

The Tech Tools app from Charlotte Pipe and Foundry provides simple on-the-go tools for the plumbing industry. The app features a variety of calculators for things like expansion and contraction, temperature de-rating, and horizontal support spacing. The expansion and contraction calculator provides general direction in expansion loop, offset or change of direction design, and it accounts for the effects of expansion and contraction in both PVC and CPVC systems. This is important because plastic piping systems will expand and contract four to five times more than metallic systems. Along with calculators, users will find support resources, including dimensional catalogs, a chemical resistance guide, and an easy way to reach Charlotte Pipe’s technical support team. 800-438-6091; www.charlottepipe.com

Dallas Specialty Internal Pipe Cutter

The Internal Pipe Cutter from Dallas Specialty has a free spinning shaft and blade that attaches easily to the chuck. It is quickly adjustable using the convenient twist/set handle. Simply release the twist/set handle and slide the guide collar over the shaft gauge to the correct depth, tighten the twist/set handle, insert into pipe and cut. Cuts pipe 1 1/2 to 6 inches, and has an adjustable cutting depth of 1 to 6 inches. A safety collar prevents the blade and shaft from falling down the pipe. It is ideal for tight spaces, and for cutting pipes against walls and below concrete surfaces. A handle gives stability and control to the cutter. 800-222-5644; www.dallasspecialty.com

Milwaukee Tool M12 Stick Transfer Pump

Milwaukee Tool’s M12 Stick Transfer Pump transfers water without interruption, delivers superior filtration and eliminates manual pumping, according to the maker. Featuring a 36-inch submersible aluminum barrel, the pump has reach and inlet control to get to water in difficult-to-access areas such as trenches, storm drains and water meter boxes. Milwaukee’s new HydroPass filter technology maximizes water flow in heavy debris to pump up to 9 gpm. The 360-degree filter minimizes downtime caused by clogging. With a 15-foot maximum head height and an outlet compatible with a 3/4-inch garden hose, the water transfer pump pushes water out of pits, basins and over walls. 800-729-3878; www.milwaukeetool.com

RIDGID EZ Change Faucet Tool 

Alleviate under-sink plumbing frustrations with the RIDGID EZ Change Faucet Tool, a multipurpose tool for installation and removal of faucets and sink strainers. Used to fasten and remove tab mounting nuts and supply line nuts, the tool has a short body for easy access in tight spaces and includes a shut-off valve wrench to assist with stubborn valves. The tool features a unique cubed insert that is compatible with a variety of common nut sizes and is ideal for most common two-, three-, four- and six-tab mounting nuts. In addition, it has a retainer for three- or four-slot strainer baskets and a 5/8-inch deep welled socket that is ideal for single-hole mountings. 800-474-3443; www.ridgid.com

Tubing

IPEX USA Xirtec CPVC 

The Xirtec CPVC potable water piping system from IPEX USA is a fully certified, high-performance plumbing and mechanical solution for distributing drinking water, engineered with Corzan CPVC compound. With sizes from 1/2 to 6 inches in diameter, the system ensures perfect compatibility between pipes, fittings and valves, offering durability and resistance to chlorine and corrosion. The CPVC includes increased flow capacity and safety with flame spread and smoke development values meeting ASTM standards. Certified to ASTM and NSF 61, it provides outstanding photodegradation, creep stress and oxidation resistance. 800-463-9572; www.ipexna.com

Water Conditioner

AquaMotion hot water recirculation kit

Plumbers can help reduce the water shortage by installing an AquaMotion hot water recirculation kit in all their customers’ homes all over the US and Canada. It can help save 12,000 gallons of water every year and provide instant hot water comfort. There is a kit for every type of plumbing with hot water tanks or tankless heaters. These kits install in about 15 minutes and with a replacement heater it takes even less time. A Quick Selection Chart is available. Some customers like to set a time segment on the timer when they want hot water, others want to call for it with a wireless button or motion sensor or use the app to schedule time or on demand. 401-785-3000; www.aquamotionhvac.com

Water Heaters

Bosch Thermotechnology GreenTronic 7000 T 

The GreenTronic 7000 T from Bosch Thermotechnology utilizes efficient heat pump technology integrated into an electric storage water heater to meet all hot water needs. It can heat water efficiently with heat pump technology that takes energy from the surrounding area and transfers it into the tank of water. Back-up heating elements with 4.5 kW each are integrated to provide an extra boost of comfort. In addition, the product operates below 49 dB, which is comparable to a quiet refrigerator. Additional duct adaptors give flexibility of airflow and installation space. Customers can save up to $2,000 on the cost of installation through the federal 25C tax credit, and even more through local rebates. 800-283-3787; www.bosch.us

Bradford White Water Heaters Infiniti Series

The Infiniti GS and GR, part of Bradford White Water Heaters Infiniti Series of condensing tankless water heaters, feature a stainless-steel heat exchanger. With a high temperature setting of up to 185 degrees, cascade operation with mix of standard (GS) and recirculation (GR) models, common venting and optional commercial rack system and easy plumbing kits, the Infiniti GS and GR models are suitable for residential and commercial application and can be installed indoors or outdoors. The tankless water heaters have been certified by the Green Restaurant Association. All meet or exceed the latest Energy Star requirements and qualify for most utility rebate programs. 800-523-2931; www.bradfordwhite.com

Heat-flo HO Series

The HO Series of indirect water heaters from Heat-flo are designed to operate with low primary water temperatures. These tanks are equipped with an oversized heat transfer coil, allowing the primary water more contact time with the domestic water and more heat to be extracted. When paired with a high efficiency boiler, the water temperature being delivered to the coil can be set to 150 degrees F or lower, which allows the boiler to condense during the domestic water heating cycle, keeping the boiler performance in the high efficiency range. The tank is equally effective when paired with an air-to-water heat pump. The oversized coil is a match for the lower temperature outputs of this equipment. 508-278-2400; www.heat-flo.com

Intellihot Legionator

Tired of waiting for hot water at a fixture far from the water heater? Intellihot’s Legionator offers the solution with point-of-use water heating. Made to commercial standards, this tankless disinfecting water heater is ideal for kitchen and bathroom sinks where bacteria silently build up in aerators and faucets. Water is heated with quartz tubes using infrared technology, allowing this water heater to effectively combat scale formation typically associated with other point-of-use water heaters. It combats bacteria by producing and injecting ozone into the water. This highly effective disinfectant destroys the cell walls of bacteria, keeping you and your family safer against waterborne diseases. As the ozone-treated water travels to the fixture, it disinfects the internal surfaces of the water system all the way to the faucet itself. 866-692-6791; www.intellihot.com

Noritz America EZ Series

Noritz America’s EZ Series of high-efficiency, residential, condensing tankless water heaters streamlines the shift from traditional storage-tank models. With top-mounted, hot- and cold-water connections, it simplifies tankless-for-tank replacements. Energy Star-rated, the product offering delivers up to 199,900 Btu/h and a maximum flow rate of 11.1 gpm. The Steady Btu Mode ensures consistent performance and is ideal for warmer locales with high incoming water temperatures. A UEF of 0.96 ensures significant energy savings and lower monthly fuel bills. 714-433-2905; www.noritz.com

Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater

The Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater delivers impressive savings for homeowners — right away with available local utility rebates and up to $2,000 in tax credits and ongoing with up to $491 in energy cost savings each year. Its innovative design installs in more places with zero side clearance requirement and the same footprint as standard electric water heaters of like capacity. Front-facing service components and advanced diagnostics accessible through the on-unit display or Rheem’s Contractor App enable easy and faster servicing. It has built-in leak detection and auto-shutoff that limits water loss from the tank to no more than 20 ounces. 800-621-5622; www.rheem.com