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Electric Radiant Floor Warming System- REMODELING Magazine (4/23/2007)
- Nuheat. Constructed of thin heating wires embedded in a 1/8-inch-thick mat, this electrical radiant floor warming system is available in 110V and 220V formats and more than 60 standard mat sizes, as well as custom sizes for curves and angles. The thermostat has pre-programmed and programmable settings. 800.778.9276.
Raupanel Radiant Heating System- REMODELING Magazine (4/23/2007)
- Rehau. The Raupanel radiant heating system consists of 3/8-inch Raupex cross-linked polyethylene pipe, aluminum panels, and wood return bends. The heat transfer efficiency of the aluminum panels allows for reduced water temperature, according to the manufacturer. The system's 5/8-inch profile has minimal impact on floor height, the firm adds. 800.247.9445.
The Warm Tiles Electric Floor Warming System- REMODELING Magazine (4/23/2007)
- Easy Heat. The Warm Tiles electric floor warming system is designed for tile, stone, and engineered wood floors. Cables can be installed in any design configuration, while pre-fabricated mats are suited for concrete slab applications, as well as for square and rectangular rooms. Thermostats include a floor sensor embedded in the mortar below the tile. 800.537.4732.
SmartSense Intelligent Ventilation System- REMODELING Magazine (4/23/2007)
- Broan-NuTone. With special wireless controllers connected to UltraSilent fans, the SmartSense Intelligent Ventilation System automates improvements in indoor air quality. Available in two-and three-fan kits, the system uses formulas based on home size and number of bedrooms to calculate a home's necessary ventilation. A master control monitors and deducts manual fan usage, such as during showering, from ventilation requirements and directs other fans in the system to activate as necessary to achieve optimal air quality. 800.558.1711.
New Trane Furnace Removes up to 99 Percent of Airborne Allergens from the Filtered Air - ebuild (4/12/2007)
- The new XV90i gas furnace from Trane combines energy-efficiency, comfort and the industry's most advanced indoor air cleaning technology into one space-saving unit. The XV90i has the TRANE CleanEffects innovation built right in, capable of removing up to 99 percent of airborne allergens down to .3 microns in this application.
Copper No longer Practical for Plumbing- ebuild (4/3/2007)
- With copper hitting record high prices in recent months, not only is it becoming a more expensive plumbing option, but also a more attractive theft item. The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries estimates that copper thefts are at their highest level in more than a decade. Unfortunately, it's impossible for recyclers to know which copper items have been stolen as they don't carry any identifier.
The New American Home and the Renewed American Home Both Feature FlowGuard Gold CPVC Plumbing System- ebuild (4/3/2007)
- FlowGuard Gold CPVC Pipe and Fittings has been selected as the exclusive plumbing system for both The New American Home and The Renewed American Home -- the official showcase homes of the International Builders' Show. A primary goal of the annual New American Home program is to spotlight emerging trends that affect the housing industry, including architectural design, construction techniques, building materials, furnishings and merchandising.
Award-Winning Stone Ridge at Fairfield Successfully Markets Concept of Super Luxury
- ebuild (4/3/2007)
- When it came to creating a quality living space, nothing was overlooked (not even the plumbing). Skolnick asked for recommendations from his plumbing contractor and mechanical engineer. He followed their expert advice and made the decision to utilize FlowGuard Gold CPVC plumbing systems. "This is the first time we have used FlowGuard Gold CPVC pipe and fittings," said Skolnick. "They fit our tight construction schedule and not only saved us money, but also provided the end user with a better product. That's why we ultimately specified it on this project."
First-of-its-Kind FlowGuard Gold Bendable Piping System Eliminates Concern of Corrosion
- ebuild (4/3/2007)
- For contractors and builders looking for an easy-to-install, corrosion-resistant, cost-effective plumbing system under-slab, there is now a better alternative. From the inventors of the high-performance FlowGuard Gold CPVC pipe and fittings compounds comes a new, patented, multi-layer CPVC/metal composite pipe known as FlowGuard Gold Bendable. Innovative FlowGuard Gold Bendable composite pipe combines the corrosion-resistant benefits of CPVC with the flexibility and strength of aluminum in this one-of-a-kind, multi-layer pipe.
New FlowGuard Flex Piping System Proves Three Layers are Better than One- ebuild (4/3/2007)
- Flexible piping just got better with the new FlowGuard Flex piping system. Offering the introduction of the industry's most advanced cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) technology, it provides unprecedented protection against chlorine and UV light degradation with its unique, patented three-layer design. From the makers of high-performance FlowGuard Gold® CPVC pipe and fittings, FlowGuard Flex pipe is designed to outperform all other PEX plumbing alternatives for both hot and cold water potable water systems. Extra layers of protection stand up against chlorine degradation that can reduce a plumbing system's life expectancy and performance.
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