Cold expansion is designed for use with PEX-a pipe. To make an expansion connection, you will need an expansion tool, fitting, and PEX ring. The connection is made when PEX naturally shrinks back to its original size and forms a secure connection around the fitting.
A first in the industry, transitioning from Schedule 80 CPVC to ProPEX® has never been easier. Manufactured from trusted ProPEX Lead-Free (LF) Brass and Schedule 80 Corzan® CPVC materials, these new spigot and socket adapters in sizes from ½" to 3" eliminate unnecessary connections to provide 50% fewer installation steps for increased jobsite efficiencies while also improving system performance in commercial domestic water and hydronic heating and cooling applications.
One of the most important parts of any construction project, residential or commercial, is choosing a reliable, high-performance plumbing system. Equally important; choosing an appropriate fitting solution. The right fitting can ensure performance and reliability throughout the life of the plumbing system, offer unparalleled safety and efficiency, and promote profitability during the project and after it is completed. Choosing unreliable fitting solutions can result in costly failures that jeopardize your reputation as well as the safety and integrity of your project.
Opus Mechanical used Uponor PEX-a pipe and ProPEX® fittings for the plumbing and hydronics systems in the new TPC Toronto Osprey Valley Clubhouse project. The efficiency of Uponor allowed them to comply with a tight construction budget and achieve an aggressive construction schedule.
A recent project in Northfield, Minn., was able to meet the needs of the engineer, contractor, and building owner by incorporating a complete polymer piping solution featuring PP-RCT and PEX-a for the domestic water system.
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.
Innovative kitting program from Uponor delivers the correct type and quantity of fittings and accessories to the point of installation, speeding installs and lowering labor costs, while cutting waste and maintaining schedules for rough-in work.
PEX is booming. This revolutionary piping system has taken the plumbing industry by storm, winning over projects in both residential and commercial construction. But with its increasing popularity comes an influx of new players, not all of them created equal. The rise of low-quality ASTM F1960 expansion fittings threatens the integrity of PEX installations and puts your hard work at risk.
Matt Risinger, an Austin, Texas contractor, recently shared his ProPEX-a experience in his own home. As a self-proclaimed "nerdy researcher," he sought a quality solution that would last a lifetime. He shares why you should join the chorus of praise on The Build Show.
Uponor is collaborating with the School of Trades and Technology to conduct a new riser study, aiming to gather data and test the expansion and contraction of vertical piping systems. This study will enhance the industry's understanding of vertical piping systems, expansion, and contraction, particularly in comparison to traditional materials like copper.
When Jason Gaspard, owner and project manager at Select Mechanical Services, was looking to finish the basement of his Maple Grove, MN, home, he knew he wanted radiant heating in the space. He had heard about the new Uponor Xpress Trak radiant panel system and decided that was the best installation method for the job.
At Uponor, we believe in the power of innovation and sustainability. We take pride in our commitment to creating plumbing and heating solutions that not only make life easier but also contribute to a greener, more sustainable world. That's why we are thrilled to be part of the Sonders Project, a groundbreaking community development that is redefining sustainable living for the 55+ demographic in Fort Collins, Colo.