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- How Uponor PEX-a Helps Decrease Installation Time to Meet Tight Construction Deadlines
- GF Building Flow Solutions Americas (Formerly Uponor) Again Named a Minnesota and USA Top Workplace
- Industry Expert Reveals Best Practices for Integrating PEX into Plumbing Designs
- Uponor AquaPort™ Promotes Sustainable Design to Help Meet Net Zero Initiatives
Uponor AquaPort™ Promotes Sustainable Design to Help Meet Net Zero Initiatives
AquaPort™ helps multifamily, hospitality, and healthcare projects become more sustainable. This innovation decentralizes domestic hot water in multi-story buildings, providing a solution that promotes energy efficiency, hygiene, and water conservation.
Why Fire Safety is a Priority for Gen Z and Millennial Homebuyers
Gen Z and Millennial generations are concerned about resilience and safety. They are interested in purchasing homes that have fire sprinklers installed or installing these systems if their homes do not already have them, making it an increasingly important offering for builders, plumbers, and contractors alike.
How Radiant Heating Promotes Sustainability and Indoor Environmental Air Quality
When the global pandemic forced lockdowns across the country and many employees were mandated to work from home, it brought a new focus to the need for sustainability and indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in structures. This trend is bringing energy-efficient solutions, such as radiant floor heating, along with renewable energy sources, such as geothermal and solar, to the forefront.
PEX-a Freeze Test: Will it Burst Under Pressure?
Jeff Hughes from Rising Tide Plumbing in North Carolina wanted to put PEX-a piping to the test and see what would happen in freezing conditions under pressure. Watch the video of his test to learn more!
Uponor PEX Maximizes Efficiencies for Senior Living Expansion Project
What began in 1894 as a housing project for four elderly women in St. Paul, Minn., has grown into a comprehensive senior care facility serving residents with various needs. An expansion project, featuring Uponor PEX for the plumbing and mechanical piping systems, added new living spaces, a fitness room, salon, and theater to the complex.
Why Jordan Homes Only Uses Uponor PEX-a Pipe
How strongly does Jeff Gibson of Jordan Homes believe in Uponor PEX-a piping and ProPEX® ASTM F1960 fittings? Strong enough to have another brand’s PEX system with crimp connections entirely removed from a new home he was building and replaced with Uponor.
The Saint Condos: Elevating Luxury and Innovation in Downtown Toronto
As a testament to its commitment to cutting-edge technology and superior quality, The Saint incorporates an Uponor AquaPEX® plumbing system throughout the structure. The flexible, durable, white PEX pipe with red and blue print allows for easy identification of hot and cold water lines and offers residents a corrosion-resistant, freeze-resilient solution that provides enhanced durability and long-lasting performance — an integral part of sustainable urban living.
Building Auberge on the Park: Innovation Meets Efficiency with Uponor
Auberge on the Park isn't your average condo building. This luxurious, three-tower project in Toronto boasts stunning city views, top-notch amenities, and parks, all while pushing the boundaries of construction technology. But for the builders, one major challenge loomed: shrinking construction time without compromising quality or durability.
Daniel Worm Talks Plumbing and Kitting on Mechanical Hub Podcast
Daniel Worm, manager, Portfolio Application at Uponor North America, was featured on Mechanical Hub’s Appetite for Construction podcast, where he discussed his passion for plumbing and what’s on the forefront for the company after the Georg Fischer acquisition. He also provided an update on Uponor Kitting Services as well as plans for prefabrication services, while also hinting at some exciting new offerings entering the market in 2024 and 2025.
Honoring Inspirational Female Leaders at Uponor
Women’s History Month plays a crucial role in promoting gender equality, preserving women’s legacies, and fostering a more inclusive understanding of history and society. At Uponor, we extend gratitude to all our female employees companywide for their invaluable contributions.
Sustainable Design Excellence: École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) Student Housing Facility Earns LEED Gold Certification
The École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) in Montréal, Canada, has reached a significant milestone in sustainable architecture with its student housing facility earning LEED Platinum certification from the Canada Green Building Council. Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Griffintown, this five-story building not only provides essential resources for the ÉTS student community but also sets a new standard for environmentally conscious design in Montréal.
Andres Caballero: Leading Uponor North America with Pragmatism and Passion
Andres Caballero, president of Uponor North America, isn't your typical executive. His unique approach to leadership, rooted in his engineering background and Colombian upbringing, has propelled his personal success and Uponor to impressive heights.
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Chrissie Walsh Highlights Uponor Sustainability Efforts at Table of Experts Panel Discussion
Chrissie Walsh, sustainability manager for Uponor North America, recently participated in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal’s Table of Experts sustainability discussion and the important work Uponor is doing to address climate change and promote greater sustainability in all aspects of the company’s business.
Testing Uponor AquaPEX®: Freeze Resilience with Jeff Hughes (@RiseTidePlumbing)
How does Uponor PEX-a and ProPEX Fittings withstand the cold? Rising Tide Plumbing put it to the test, watch the video to see the results from water-filled pipe in the freezer for four days.
PEX-a vs. PEX-b: Choosing the Right Plumbing Solution
In the realm of modern plumbing, two contenders stand out: PEX-a and PEX-b. Both are revolutionary advancements from the traditional copper and metal pipes of decades past. However, they differ in their composition, installation methods, and suitability for various applications. Let's delve deeper into the distinctions between PEX-a and PEX-b to help you make an informed decision for your next plumbing project.
Uponor's Andres Caballero Predicts 2024 Trends: Smart Solutions, Skilled Labor, and a Market Boom
Andres Caballero, president of Uponor North America, recently offered insights into the plumbing and mechanical industry's future in an interview with Plumbing and Mechanical Magazine. He discussed several key trends expected to shape the landscape in 2024.