Why Pump Design Matters in Sewer Jetting
When a jetter goes down, the entire job stops. For plumbers, contractors, and municipal crews, pump reliability is critical. It directly affects productivity in the field or profitability of the investment. Most jetters rely on traditional triplex pumps, with packing, seals, and multiple wear components that rely on routine replacement. While effective for high-pressure applications, they demand frequent maintenance when used in daily sewer cleaning work. Harben took a different approach with its radial piston diaphragm P-type pump. The design eliminates packings and dynamic seals, reducing the number of wear components that cause downtime. The pump can also run dry without the damage that occurs with conventional pumps. Because of this design, Harben backs the pump with a 5-year warranty, one of the longest in the industry. For crews who rely on jetters every day, durability can make the difference between time spent working and time spent on repairs. 770-889-9535; www.harben.com/built-to-last
U.S. Boiler ALTA OneVent system
U.S. Boiler Company’s ALTA OneVent System is a simple and safe solution that enables common venting of up to four ALTA high-efficiency boilers. Designed to expand installation flexibility and increase system capacity without creating extra building envelope penetrations, the ALTA OneVent system allows contractors to deliver multi-boiler solutions through a single vent pathway. Four 180 mBh ALTA boilers can be combined to deliver up to 720 Btu/h of total system capacity. This capability makes ALTA OneVent particularly valuable in retrofit projects, space-constrained mechanical rooms and buildings where minimizing penetrations is critical. Compatible with ALTA 120, 150 and 180 mBh heat-only models, OneVent provides venting lengths of up to 150 feet with minimal derate, preserving system efficiency even across extended vent runs. 888-432-8887; www.usboiler.net
Ranger Design B-Series shelving line
Ranger Design introduced the B-Series, a new entry-level shelving line designed for work vans. Built on over 35 years of expertise in van storage and fleet equipment, the B-Series delivers the quality and durability at an accessible price point suited to tradespeople, independent contractors and growing fleets. Available for both low roof and high roof vans and comes in 36-, 48- and 60-inch lengths to fit a variety of van configurations. 800-565-5321; www.rangerdesign.com
GENERAL HVAC Solutions R-32 floor-mounted indoor units
GENERAL HVAC Solutions America (formerly Fujitsu General America) introduced R-32 floor-mounted indoor units compatible with AIRSTAGE H-Series mini-splits. The new indoor units are designed to seamlessly integrate with both single-zone (Centauri) and multizone (Aquila) outdoor units, providing increased application flexibility. Floor-mounted indoor units are available in 9,000, 12,000 and 15,000 Btu/h capacities. Engineered for standard or recessed installation, the units feature dual fans for optimized airflow and efficient heating and cooling, built-in Wi-Fi, and an integrated leak detection sensor. These systems are designed to exceed Energy Star, cold climate and most efficient certification criteria. Units feature ProCore (high corrosion resistant copper) coils for long lasting protection. 888-888-3424; www.fujitsugeneral.com
Taco TridentBoost booster system
Designed to meet the evolving demands of today’s system designers, facility managers and installers, TridentBoost from Taco introduces a suite of features including a 10-inch, full-color HMI touchscreen with a user-friendly interface that provides real-time system insights, diagnostics and multilevel secure access. The gasket-free design streamlines installation, reduces maintenance and eliminates common sealing issues, offering greater flexibility in the field. Compatible with both end-suction and vertical multistage pumps, TridentBoost allows for seamless integration across diverse applications, giving system designers flexibility. 401-942-8000; www.tacocomfort.com
