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But now with Uponor AquaSAFE® fire sprinkler systems, all home builders can Residential Fire offer home buyers an affordable fire sprin- kler system with the safety and peace of mind homeowners need and want. Sprinkler Systems Now Uponor AquaPEX® White Cross-linked polyethylene PEX-a tubing and fittings system offers an affordable alternative to conventional fire sprinkler systems. More Affordable and Uponor has designed its AquaSAFE® fire sprinkler system to be fully integrated with its AquaPEX® plumbing system. This Easier to Install allows contractors with the aid of factory training and with installation tools like By Don Beaulieu the Milwaukee ProPEX® cordless expan- sion tool, the ability to install Uponor ew engineered materials, innovative with an affordable and desirable feature for AquaSAFE® multipurpose fire sprinkler installation tools, faster and easier consumers wanting a fire sprinkler system systems in a manner similar to installing installation methods and manufac- installed in their new home. And, when its AquaPEX® tubing for domestic hot and Nturer-supported system designs make fire installed by an Uponor-trained plumbing cold water plumbing and hydronic heating sprinkler systems like the installer friendly and fire sprinkler contractor, it adds just a systems. Uponor AquaSAFE® multipurpose residen- few dollars per square foot to the construc- Installing Uponor AquaPEX® plumbing tial fire sprinkler system affordable for tion cost of a new house. systems is a straightforward process. Once homeowners and easier to install for con- Until now the price of installing a fire you have received installation training for tractors. sprinkler system in the average home has AquaPEX® and AquaSAFE® multipurpose This innovative fire sprinkler system been somewhat of a luxury pretty much left residential fire sprinkler systems, you will from Uponor now provides home builders to buyers in the upscale housing market. be qualified to install the complete system.

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How an Uponor AquaSAFE® ensured that we received a list of materials Multipurpose System Works and a complete set of approved plans with In 2000, Uponor began installing engineering certification to provide to the AquaSAFE®, the industry’s first non-stag- building department for its approval. nant, multipurpose plumbing and fire sprin- The support received from Uponor kler system, forever revolutionizing the way ensured the installation was done correctly residential sprinkler systems were installed and on time, they even visited the jobsite to and utilized. Only the sprinkler closest to inspect the installation and were available to the fire will activate, spraying water directly answer questions and provide advice. onto the fire. Ninety percent of fires are We had already started construction and contained by the operation of just one our water service had already been installed sprinkler. when we contacted Uponor, so we had The AquaSAFE® system features flexible, to work with the standard-size water ser- durable cross-linked polyethylene PEX-a vice connected to the town’s water main. tubing to supply water to the sprinklers as Increasing the size of the water service line well as the cold-water plumbing fixtures in would have added considerable cost, so we a home. This type of system provides addi- elected to keep the existing water service. tional peace of mind because each time you This meant that in accordance with our local use a cold-water plumbing fixture, you know code we would need to install a residential water is also available to the sprinklers if it fire pump and standby water holding tank. is ever needed in the event of a fire. This is where planning becomes crucial to ensure the water service is adequately sized How AquaSAFE® Can Benefit Your to meet code in a home designed for a sprin- Business kler system. In homes deemed to have too Most plumbers have probably never con- small a water service, a residential fire pump sidered installing residential fire sprinkler and water storage tank may be required by systems. But with an Uponor AquaSAFE® code, as was in our case. The additional cost multipurpose system, the fire sprinklers of installing the AC 13D Home Defender™ integrate with the home’s cold-water residential fire pump package and water Plumbing contractor Rob Chambers plumbing, making it a natural extension for holding tank to the system still allowed us connects fire AC 13D Home Defender™ the plumbing trade. to be competitive when compared to the fire pump to sprinkler system Because you already have the knowledge, installation cost of most conventional fire tools and, most importantly, the solid work- sprinkler systems. ing relationships with home builders, with a ™ little training you can quickly and easily add Did you know? AC Home Defender this safety option that will help your busi- Installing both smoke alarms and a fire Fire Pump ness expand. AquaSAFE® Fire Safety sys- sprinkler system reduces the risk of death tems use the same tubing, fittings and tools in a home fire by 82%, relative to having nei- The AC Home Defender™ is as Uponor PEX-a plumbing systems do and ther. While smoke detectors alone increase UL-listed (UL 448B) is a pump and only require a little training to get started. survival rates by 50%, adding sprinklers control package specifically for resi- increases that to 97%. dential fire pump service for one or Planning for the Installation Nationally, on average, home fire sprin- two family homes. With a flow range For this installation home builder, Mark kler systems add 1% to 1.5% of the total from 30-60 GPM and a pressure Demik from Demik Homes Inc. in Hamilton, building cost in new construction. range from 30-55 PSI, the Home Ontario, along with plumbing contractor Modern residential sprinklers are incon- Defender is designed to boost water Frank Wiseman, owner of Aqua Plumbing spicuous and can be mounted flush with pressure for automatic residential of Caledonia, Ontario, presented our custom walls or ceilings. sprinkler systems. The system comes home plans to Jerry Leyte, P.Eng., MASc., Fire sprinklers put out most fires in sec- complete and ready for easy instal- Sales Manager – Central Canada for Uponor. onds before the fire department arrives and lation with the pump, motor, control Uponor reviewed the house design plans before there’s major damage. panel, discharge isolation valve, and sent a set to the Uponor Technical and Fire sprinklers save lives, reduce prop- check valve, test inspection and Design Services department in Regina, SK erty loss and can even help cut homeowner pressure gauge all pre-assembled. where a fire sprinkler system would be insurance premiums. The AC Home Defender comes designed for our house. pre-wired, pre-piped and pre-tested. It didn’t take long for the company’s design Why should you consider installing The close-coupled end suction team to come up with a fire sprinkler system an AquaSAFE® Fire Safety system? pump features stainless steel con- design to meet code along with a materials Durable – Uponor PEX-a tubing resists struction. list and engineering plans for installation of corrosion, pitting and scaling, and is the For more information contact the AquaSAFE® Fire Safety system in our most freeze-resistant tubing on the mar- Xylem Applied Water Systems, 2,100-square-foot custom home. They also ket. Tel.: (519) 821-1900 or visit: www. facilitated the installation training for both Efficient - Most often, one contractor xyleminc.com/brands/acfirepump the builder and plumbing contractor. He can install both the plumbing and fire provided additional technical support and sprinkler systems.

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Faster to install – Uponor PEX-a tubing is faster to install because it features the tightest bend radius of all PEX tubing, requir- ing less fittings. Guaranteed – Uponor backs the tub- ing and ProPEX fittings in the AquaSAFE® system with a 25-year limited warranty when installed by an Uponor-trained professional. Proven – Uponor has the longest his- tory in PEX-based plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling markets worldwide. After more than 35 years, over 14 billion feet of Uponor PEX tubing have been installed worldwide. Reliable – Uponor’s unique ProPEX® fittings provide a strong, durable connection Abe Klynstra adjusts height of sprinkler head and installs sprinkler head cover in ceiling. without the need for torches, glues, solvents or gauges. Sprinklers respond to heat, not No dry-fitting leaks: The shape memory Home builders offer fire sprinklers smoke, and draw water from your main cold of PEX-a tubing makes it ideal for ProPEX® Progressive and safety conscience builders water line. The odds of a malfunction are just expansion fittings, which require the tub- like award winning home builder Gold Seal one in 16 million. ing and an expansion ring to be expanded Homes is the first Alberta builder to offer before a fitting can be inserted. This unique residential fire sprinklers in 100% of the Uponor AquaSAFE® vs. system is highly reliable and eliminates the homes they build. Stand-alone Rigid CPVC and Metal concern of dry-fitting leaks, which occur Vaughan, Ontario developer Tony Pipe Systems when a connection is temporarily joined Guglietti, president of Townwood Homes Uponor AquaSAFE® multipurpose sys- before it is cemented or soldered. If an has been including innovative features in an tems are installed with flexible PEX-a installer inadvertently forgets to go back estimated 10,000 homes he has built during (cross-linked polyethylene) tubing. This and cement or solder the connection, a the past 40 years; but after he watched his is the same reliable tubing used to plumb costly dry-fitting leak will result. 26 year old house burn to the ground, he the majority of all new homes today. decided to install fire sprinkler systems in all Stand-alone systems generally use rigid Better Flow: The reduction of fittings also of his new projects. CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) or improves a system’s performance. This Uponor AquaPEX® residential fire sprin- metal pipe. The same reasons why PEX is particularly important for fire sprinkler kler systems offer contractors an affordable, plumbing is installed in more homes today systems, which rely on having the neces- faster and easier-to-install fire protection than rigid CPVC and copper combined sary water flow available in case of activa- system which builders can offer as an afford- also apply to its use for residential fire tion. Every additional fitting adds friction, able option to their new home buyers. To sprinkler systems. reducing the hydraulic performance of the see how easy it can be to install an Uponor The unique characteristics of the system, which can require system upsizing AquaSAFE® fire sprinkler system, visit www. Uponor AquaPEX® White Cross-linked and increased material costs. uponor.ca. Uponor is a registered trademark polyethylene PEX-a tubing and fittings of Uponor, Inc. W system allow installers to securely join Freeze Leak Resistance: Since many tubing to fittings, sprinkler heads, valves fire sprinkler systems are installed in cold- Useful links: and controls using a specially designed weather attics, freezing is a potential issue. www.casa-firesprinkler.org PEX-a expansion tool like the Milwaukee While all systems should be properly insu- www.homefiresprinkler.org ProPEX® M12 and the ProPEX® M18 lated to prevent frozen tubing, the natural www.goldsealhomes.com cordless expansion tool. This tool has flexibility of Uponor PEX-a allows it to http://calgary.ctvnews.ca/builder- capacities from 3/8” to 1” for the M12 and expand up to three times its diameter with- makes-commitment-to-sprinkler- 3/8” to 1-1/2” for the M18 tool fuelled by out cracking. systems-1.371369 Milwaukee’s Red Lithium battery technol- ogy. Using an expansion tool significantly shortens installation time when compared to the time required to thread pipe or glue Milwaukee M12 ProPEX® pipe and fittings and this is really time, labour and money is saved on installation. The M12™ Cordless LITHIUM-ION ProPEX® Expansion Tool features an auto-rotating head for convenient one-handed operation. A compact Fewer Fittings Reduce Liability: PEX-a right angle design makes installing tubing in tight locations fast and easy, tubing is very flexible, which means it can and the quick cam mechanism delivers precise, continuous expansion easily bend around corners and obstruc- for 3/8” to 1” ProPEX connections. Designed specifically for Uponor® tions, reducing the number of required ProPEX, the M12 ProPEX® Expansion tool is built to make effortless instal- fittings and connections by nearly half. lations faster than other tools available. Eliminating half of the connections in a system also removes half of the potential Ask your wholesaler or visit: www.milwaukeetool.com. leak points. contractingcanada.com CONTRACTING CANADA • FALL/WINTER ’13 • 9 installation profile

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any new homes built today fea- And they come with superior hardware ture natural gas or wood burning that will last through the daily grind of . But design-conscious everyday use. Mconsumers have discovered that one of the best ways to enhance any living space Synergy Specifications: or give it a makeover is to make an elec- Width - 50 5⁄16” tric LED wall mount fireplace the center- Height - 19 7⁄16” Abe Klynstra from Demik Homes Inc. checks piece of the room. Depth - 7” the operation of Dimplex Synergy LED fireplace Installing a wall-mounted inset electric Installation: Surface-mount or recessed following installation. LED fireplace is a sure-fire way to add 120V instant atmosphere and comfort without Wattage - 1,230 sacrificing valuable floor space. Dimplex® Amps - 10.5 is responding to record-high levels of Remote - 3-stage remote Glass ember bed demand for its wall-mount fireplaces by Quality Craftsmanship Features glass ember bed which creates a launching several exciting new models in contemporary alluring effect. its Built-in Linear Fireplace (BLF) series. Easy Installation Imagine being able to add ambient Adding a beautiful wall-mount fireplace to Safe flame wherever you can hang a picture! any home is easy. Simply install the wall With no flame heat or emission and a These space-saving designs are a beautiful bracket (included) near an electrical outlet, glass front that remains cool to the touch, way to add atmosphere and comfort to plug it in and enjoy. Some units also include our fireplaces are the safe choice for your any room. Contemporary style and a rich, a pedestal base allowing you to display the home. Dimplex® fireplaces are certified to black finish frame give designs like the fireplace on a flat surface, such as a dresser meet CSA and UL standards. Dimplex® Synergy 50-inch LED fireplace and buffet table. the elegant look to complement any décor. Our installation was new construction so Pennies a day Dimplex® invented the modern electric it was simply a matter of building a wood Economical to operate: less than 1 cent fireplace and continues to lead the way frame within the 2” x 6” wall and wiring per hour (flame only) or 7 cents per hour with exclusive technologies that dazzle in an 110V electrical outlet. Next we slid (cycling at 50%), Dimplex® electric fireplac- the eye and seduce the senses. Their the Synergy LED fireplace into place and es use 90% less energy than gas fireplaces patented 3D effect gives the fire its depth plugged in the electrical cord. We dis- to produce visual flames. No combustion and dancing flames. And it is something tributed the glass embers throughout the means no greenhouse gasses. Fireplaces you can only find on Dimplex® electric fireplace bed, hung the cover face plate equipped with the Purifire air treatment fireplaces. into position, turned it on and enjoyed the system improve indoor air quality. Ideal for For our installation profile we selected beautiful flame presentation. zone heating, warming a 20’ x 20’ room and the Dimplex® Synergy 50-inch LED fire- allowing you to lower the central thermo- place featuring a glass ember bed to cre- Supplemental Heat stat. 100% efficient with no wasted energy. ate a contemporary alluring effect. The Includes a powerful -forced heater Synergy is a fireplace like no other. With a designed to keep the rooms you spend the Green large 50-inch wide viewing area, attractive most time in warm. Reduce your central Dimplex® fireplaces are 100% efficient, pro- black finish, incredible patented flame and cut your heating ducing no harmful or emis- technology and beautiful glass ember bed, costs. sions and 90% less carbon dioxide than an this fireplace is a must-have for any home. The Synergy features a two-stage electric average direct vent gas fireplace. The Synergy fireplace offers comfort, forced air heat source that can be con- ambiance and style and is sure to be the trolled through the top’s discreetly hidden Three-stage remote most talked about piece in any room. controls or by using the remote control. Includes a three-stage remote control – In fact, Synergy fireplaces resemble a Dimplex® electric fireplaces feature control the heat and flame with the touch piece of art with their optional trim kits. these key features and benefit: of a button. Dimplex® wall-mounts are constructed of durable, cabinet-quality wood veneers LED Flame Technology Year-round comfort to ensure long product life. Finishes are A blend of technology, artistry and crafts- Enjoy the ambiance of the flame with or applied by hand during a multi-stepped manship, the patented LED Dimplex flame without the heater for year-round comfort finishing process for maximum quality. technology creates the illusion of a true fire. and enjoyment.

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Flame Technology any new homes built today feature using the Regency Panorama® model P131 A blend of technology, artistry and crafts- a natural gas or wood burning fire- fireplace both to elegantly divide two rooms manship – the patented Dimplex® flame place in the living room. But when and still bring them together with the shared technology creates the illusion of a true Mhome designs have an open concept floor view of the fireplace in a very cost effec- wood-burning fire. Dimplex® fireplaces plan, this requires a little more imagination tive installation. Dave Wilson from Ashland and stoves have controls that allow you when planning and installing a gas fireplace. Heating and Air Conditioning in Burlington, to adjust the background light and speed Homeowners may not want a traditional Ontario is shown performing the installation of the flame to create an ambiance to suit insert-type gas fireplace with brick, stone or of our Regency gas fireplace. any mood. wood mantle, but they may be looking for Pier or peninsula style fireplaces allow the fireplace to be a focal point within a room you to be as creative as you choose to be. We Media Bed Options or to act as a divider between area, especially wanted our fireplace elevated off the floor Our design experts have selected the in an open concept floor plan. and we constructed a one foot high base perfect ember bed to complement each This is where a peninsula or pier type with a wrap-around mantle that we covered wall-mount fireplace. Various mediums wood burning, natural gas or propane fire- with granite for added warmth and elegance. are available throughout our entire line- place can become the centerpiece and focal We wanted to create a dramatic focal point up, such as glass, sand, river rock, pebbles point within the room. Pier or peninsula within our room and decided to enclose and drift wood. three-sided fireplaces feature a flame pre- above our fireplace right up to the ceiling. sentation which is viewable from multiple We covered the outside with a stone veneer Multiple Sizes viewing angles and creates an appealing and the mantle with the same granite used Wall space is at a premium in most homes, flame presentation and warmth that can be on the peninsula island in the open concept which is why Dimplex® offers a variety of enjoyed throughout one or two rooms. kitchen area. We used a wet look sealer on sizes. From vertical, linear, inset or bev- For our custom home design we were the stonework and installed accent lighting elled, choosing the perfect wall mount fire- looking for a fireplace that would give us in the ceiling on three sides to highlight the place for your home has never been easier. a panoramic view and become the focal fireplace and create the dramatic effect as point of the room. We chose the Regency the room’s focal point that we wanted to Three installation options: wall- Panorama® model P131 three-sided gas fire- achieve. mount, fully-recessed into new construc- place with adjustable flame and a choice of The Regency P131 is available in both tion or retrofit into existing 2” x 4” wall. and to accent the room décor. natural gas and propane models and fea- The panoramic pier design of the P131 tures a large 1658 square-inch viewing area Warranty provides breathtaking views of the flame and with a maximum BTU of 40,000 natural gas Dimplex® offers the best warranties in log set from any point in the room and allows and 39,000 propane, and a turn down BTU the business, up to an unprecedented 10 for the enjoyment of the warmth and beauty rating of 20,500 for natural gas and 20,600 years on select models. Not surprisingly, of the fireplace from all three sides. We’re for propane. The authentic look of the large the best electric fireplaces in the busi- ness are also the best backed.

Award-winning designs Dimplex® was honored with the Coup de Coeur Award during the Contech trade show that took place in Quebec on October 26, 2011, and in Montreal on November 29, 2011, and has received numerous other Hearth & Home awards.

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14 • FALL/WINTER ’13 • CONTRACTING CANADA contractingcanada.com installation profile realistic flames in the 8-piece collapsed log The Regency peninsula gas fireplace is FOR THE set, fire grate and the platinum-infused glow- now the focal point in our two rooms. ing embers enhance the fire’s warmth and ambience. The adjustable gas flame allows TECHNICAL you to control heat with up to 50% flame turn down and the dual blower fans allow for AND BUSINESS heat distribution on two sides. Direct vent technology protects indoor air quality. A wall and remote control are INFORMATION available. The Regency Panorama® model P131 energy efficiency is listed at 75% for both YOU NEED natural gas and propane models and has an EnerGuide Rating of 60.66% for the natural LOOK TO... gas model and 62.51% for propane. Regency fireplaces are backed by the industry’s most comprehensive Limited Lifetime Warranty. W Editor’s note: For more information on www.contractingcanada.com the full range of Regency fireplaces, visit: www.regency-fire.com. sales tips Five forgotten sales tools

that still get results By Marc Gordon ith the popularity of social media, many business owners have come to believe the ability to generate sales depends on their tweets, Facebook posts and blog updates. However most small businesses (especially WB2B) will tell you that social media has not delivered the results they hoped for. So before you create a new Pinterest account, maybe revisit these “old school” marketing tools. Featuring the 1. Trade shows. Depending on your industry, you could show your product industry’s or service directly to hundreds of potential customers in less than a day. Reach out to your list prior to the show letting them know you’ll be there, most authoritative then follow up after the show. experts. 2. The telephone. Forget cold calling. Just focus on current customers. Call those you have not heard from in a while and those who buy from you often. Tell them you’re collecting feedback and making sure they’re happy. Their responses will lead to better products, improved service and greater profits. Since 1999 Contracting Canada has 3. Coupons. Yes they work – if you make them attractive. Make an aggres- delivered the information you need sive offer that will get noticed. And remember, the less your industry uses on the latest products, technical coupons the more impact they will have. innovations, trouble-shooting tips, 4. Direct mail. Google and McDonald’s know it works! The best direct mail installation profiles, industry news campaigns are focused on either a list or geographic area. Remember these key points: Make it personal, make it attractive, make an offer. and much more. 5. Referral programs. Word of mouth is incredibly powerful For more info or to and shows just how much your customers value you. advertise please contact: So be sure to show your appreciation. Depending on your industry, this could be a card, a gift, or even a Don Beaulieu, commission. W Editorial Director & Publisher Contracting Canada magazine Email: [email protected] Editor’s note: Marc Gordon is a professional speaker and Phone: 905-569-2777 marketing consultant. Get more marketing tips on his www.contractingcanada.com website, marcgordon.ca and on his online show, marctv.net.

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ASA developed AHPCO® Nano tech- cals, such as Mycotoxins and VOCs which are nology more than 20 years ago to present in air conditioning systems, ducts, provide healthy and safe indoor air waste containers, kitchens, food, bathrooms, Nquality for the space program, and now Air carpets, pets and people. Oasis™ is bringing this revolutionary patent- Indoor gases, such as benzene, formalde- The test sample taken 24 hours after installation of an Air Oasis Nano HTC™ shows a minute pending technology to Canada. hyde and hydrogen sulphide, are released amount of bacteria present. Air Oasis™ Air Sanifiers® provide homes into the air from furniture, carpets, hair and commercial buildings with NASA devel- sprays, cleaning chemicals, insulation and oped technology at its best. More than 20 pesticides. Gases include VOCs which evapo- Common Technologies years after NASA put the first man on the rate into the air easily. Odours are often Used Today moon, they developed a technology to aid in composed of VOCs or other gases. Today HEPA media filters remove larger particu- the reduction of ethylene gas, thus increas- homes are being sealed tighter, trapping lates from the air but must be cleaned or ing the shelf life of fresh produce. This contaminants and pollutants indoors that replaced often. technology was Photocatalytic Oxidation, or constantly recirculate throughout the home Carbon technology filters have millions of PCO. NASA later discovered the same tech- or office by the HVAC system. small pores in the carbon which attract and nology that effectively eradicated mould, According to the World Health absorb odours, gases and some chemicals or bacteria, viruses and more. Organization, 40% of all buildings are seri- fumes, but as pores become filled, the filter Air pollutants fall into three main cat- ous hazards to our health because of their becomes less effective. Once the filter is full egories: Particulates; Microbes and Volatile polluted air. The Environmental Protection the filter will no longer absorb and will need Organic Compounds, or VOCs. Over 99% of Agency (EPA) believes that indoor levels of to be replaced. As with all filters, the contami- particulate matter is invisible to the naked air pollutants may be 2-5 times higher than nants must pass through the filter therefore eye and easily infiltrates the lungs. On aver- outdoor levels. reducing its efficiency. age, every cubic foot of untreated indoor air Lab tests conducted by West Texas A&M Another common technology used today is contains 20 million particles. Indoor air pol- University prove that Air Oasis Air Sanifiers® UltraViolet Germicidal Irradiation, or UVGI, lutants include three major types of organ- are effective in reducing: which has a long track record since the 1950s isms: bacteria, protozoa, and fungi/mould. • MRSA on surfaces up to 63% in 24 hours and is proven to work when used in correct Most of these contaminants rely on a humid • Odour-causing VOCs up to 85% in 1 hour conditions. UVGI disrupts RNA/DNA pre- and moist environment for growth and sur- • Mould and fungi up to 99% venting replication, requires long exposure vival. Some moulds produce certain chemi- • Aeroallergens up to 99% time to be effective, only works where UV

16 • FALL/WINTER ’13 • CONTRACTING CANADA contractingcanada.com iaq rays shine and is less effective the further 2. We add two hydrating agents to attract • Allows catalytic molecules to disperse it travels. more hydrogen to the catalyst surface, cre- into air PhotoCatalytic Oxidation, or PCO, was ating an abundance of catalytic molecules, • UV lamp with two-tube linear technology, originally developed by NASA for use on the the same molecules created by nature. a second sleeve of thick quartz surrounds International Space Station. When photons 3. We utilize nano catalyst particles’ increas- the lamp, protecting the inner UV tube from a light source excite water and oxygen ing surface area and therefore, increasing against temperature changes and humid- molecules on the catalyst surface, hydroxyl the kinetic rate of reaction. There are 1000 ity. Lamps are water submersible. radicals are formed. Organic compounds nanometers in a micron. Nano catalyst par- • Long-life lamps contain a special coating and microbes that collide with the catalyst ticles are 10+ nanometers. This equates to that increases their life and providing 80% surface are deactivated. Hydroxyl radicals AHPCO® having up to 100 times the cata- output at two years. are extremely effective against microbes and lyst surfaces area of other technologies • Anodized aluminum AHPCO® Cell acts as VOCs, but Hydroxyl radicals have a short half- which use micron particles. Catalytic mol- an additional catalyst while its rotational life and they don’t travel far. Contaminants ecules seek out and destroy ALL simple UV shields protect HVAC components. must come into close contact with a titanium carbon-based contaminants. dioxide (TiO2) surface. It requires a large Air Oasis in- whole-home and commer- surface area to be effective and slower air What are simple carbon-based con- cial air sanitizer’s unique patented Sanifier® flow rates below 100 CFM for optimal results taminants? uses natural process to control microbes •Mould spores •VOCs throughout the entire home and office. Air AHPCO® Technology •Bacteria •Odours Oasis offers a complete line of in-duct, coun- AHPCO® is Advanced Hydrated •Viruses •Smoke ter-top and portable air sanitizers for home PhotoCatalytic Oxidation. Similar to PCO, •Fungi •and more... and office in a range of models and sizes. our technology utilizes a broad spectrum Case studies and additional technical informa- ® UVC lamps and catalysts to excite water Nano Induct Air Sanitizers with tion are available at www.airoasis.com. W molecules. We then take the original NASA- AHPCO® Technology feature: developed technology three steps further: • 360-degree rotation For more information ask your wholesaler 1. We combine TiO2 with the catalytic for- • Help protect HVAC from UV or contact: NanoShield Environmental mulas of silver, copper, gold, rhodium • You decide level of UV exposure Solutions Inc. Tel.: 866-633-1888 and nickel, creating a superior synergistic • Allows air to pass through unit for www.nanoshieldglobal.com catalyst. treatment email: [email protected]

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audience. You can encourage engagement by asking questions in the videos and by encouraging people to subscribe to your A Simple Social channel for more updates. Many people prefer watching short videos over reading. For this reason, YouTube is second only to Media Strategy for Google for Internet searches. Facebook The social media site contractors seem to be most comfortable with is Facebook. Contractors Facebook is like a big neighborhood social By Matt Michel online. People do not want to talk purely about business, though they will respond to the occasional offer and they will use Facebook to find referrals. Facebook allows you to add a personal dimension to you and your business. It allows you to become a real human being your customers can relate to personally. Just as you would with your customers, be careful to avoid controversial subjects.

LinkedIn The chamber of commerce meeting for social media is LinkedIn. It’s the preferred choice for business-to-business. If you’re chasing commercial work, Linked In can be a source of referrals and lead generation.

LinkedIn can help you generate resi- dential work, too. Your LinkedIn contacts all need heating and air conditioning in their homes as well as their companies. Postings, however, should be less social and personal than Facebook and much more business centric.

Twitter The sports stadium is Twitter. Everyone’s shouting and everyone can hear what any- one says. Twitter was developed around the (formerly) 140 character text message any contractors don’t “get” social In, Twitter, and Pinterest. Each differs in limitation and is mobile phone oriented. media, so they ignore it. However, subtle and not so subtle ways. It is a good way to get your techni- their customers do get social cians involved in your social media strat- Mmedia. So unless these contractors devel- egy. With the company hashtag (i.e., YouTube op a social media strategy, their more Use YouTube for how-to videos. You can #YourCompanyName), your techs can wired competitors will get their customers. demonstrate to a large audience of people tweet about the work they are performing Think of social media as different ways of how to program their , how to during the day and any interesting things having a conversation. Some social media shut off their in an emergency, they encounter. conversations resemble the chatter in the how far to cut back shrubbery around a stands of a hockey game. Some resemble condensing unit, how carbon monoxide Pinterest a chamber of commerce mixer. Some are symptoms appear, and so on. One contrac- The last social media site considered by like women’s socials trading recipes and tor used YouTube to host a phone video most contractors is Pinterest. Yet, this is showing off pictures. Some are like cock- of a raccoon that got trapped in a furnace one of the most popular sites with women tail parties with a mix of business and plea- exhaust vent, proclaiming, “This is what (i.e., the very people who call you for sure. Just like the conversations will differ happens when you skip maintenance.” service). between a hockey game and a chamber of The same contractor made a music video Pinterest is image based. It is very commerce mixer, social media conversa- with his employees that went viral in his visual. Some contractors struggle to see tions will differ based on the venue. community. how Pinterest can apply to an HVAC com- The major social media sites for con- YouTube’s commentary section gives pany. Visit pinterest.com/svcroundtable/ tractors are YouTube, Facebook, Linked you an opportunity to easily engage the for examples (hint: all of the “pins” you

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will see can be repinned to your board once you create it).

The Strategy Strategically, social media is outreach to your customers and prospects. It should connect them and bring them to your blog • No need to turn off water supply • Reduce labour costs and/or website. Think of the social media • Will not damage pipes or joints • No delays sites like spokes on a wheel, connecting • No need to waste water • No down time PSIND/CA customers and prospects at the rim to your • No need to drain down • No need to refill system blog and website at the hub.

Keeping It Local Handyman, Residential, Because the Internet is worldwide and Commercial, Industrial kits universal, you might find yourself attract- ing people outside of your service area. It We have the kit for you. doesn’t hurt you, but it doesn’t particularly All our kits are made in the UK and manufactured help either. You want to engage people to ISO 9001 :2000 and audited by the RWTUV in your area. One way is to consistently ensuring that our products meet or exceed build your local social media presence by international standards. ELITE/CA ASK2/CA personal outreach to family, friends, neigh- bors, and customers, as well as through marketing and promotional efforts. www.arcticana.co

The best way to attract local interest is Now available in Canada from all good plumbing supply wholesalers! to make sure your blog and social media sites are full of relevant local content. That means posting videos and pictures of the community, linking to local news articles, and offering advice for parents and home- owners of your community (e.g., preparing for the next season, gardening advice, information about local events, things to do with kids in the community, etc.).

Mixing Business Ultimately the reason for engaging in on Material and Labour Costs Using Cut-to-Size Headers social media is to make the phone ring. and End Caps from Alberta Custom Tee (2006) Ltd. Social media will help from a top-of-mind- awareness perspective alone. However, it ALBERTA CUSTOM TEE END CAPS FEATURE: can do much more. Service Roundtable HEADERS ARE: • 1/8” vent tap and ½” drain tap members have had good success by post- • Faster and easier to install • Available in 1, 1 ¼, 1 ½ and 2” Sizes ing, tweeting and pinning coupons and spe- requiring fewer solder cial promotions. These are simple image joints; CUT-TO-SIZE HEADERS AVAILABLE IN: files shared through social media. • Far less costly than • 72” lengths with 12, 18, or 24 outlets on making headers the 3, 4, or 6” centers; The key to mixing business with your traditional method in the • 1, 1 ¼, 1 ½ and 2”pipe runs with ½ or social media messaging is balance. Direct shop or on the jobsite; ¾” copper outlets and can be cut and business promotion should be limited to • Manufactured using 100% adapted to any number of outlets. about 15% of your total postings and other lead-free high temperature communication. People welcome a little brazed joints and polished promotion, especially if it can save them to a professional fi nish; money, but go over the top and your audi- • Leak tested at every joint; • CSA approved ence will simply go away. W

Editor’s note: Get the Alberta Custom Tee advantage working For more information for you and start increasing your profi ts. Ask your on how contractors can easily use social wholesaler for Alberta Custom Tee Products. media in their companies, contact the Service Roundtable Success Team. Visit 10037 96 Avenue the website at ServiceRoundtable.com or Westlock, Alberta, Canada T7P 2P9 call 817.416.0978 and ask for a Success Phone: 780-349-6511 Fax: 780-349-4232 Consultant. www.customtee.com [email protected]

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backflow preventer, double check, or pressure vacuum breaker that protects Freezeless Outdoor the system from backflow. The Model 32 provides outside access to the water sup- ply for start-up, winterizing, and servicing Faucets: the Perfect the lawn sprinkler system. Installation of the Model 32 reduces the time spent in scheduling service calls or multiple visits Solution for our Climate and does not require the contractor to enter the residence. ave you ever thought how conve- year-round residential use regardless of The Woodford Wall Faucet Mounting nient it would be to have outdoor outside . The model 19 con- Sleeve takes the guesswork out of how far faucets that you never have to tains an integral backflow device which to stub-out Woodford freezeless faucets Hworry about freezing and pipes bursting protects up to 125 psi of backpressure through brick, stone or stucco veneers. in winter? And how convenient would and therefore, does not require an add-on It also provides a secure anchor for the it be to have both hot and cold water vacuum breaker. The model 19 features a faucet. The Mounting Sleeve allows the available year around in a garage, work- patented resetting pressure relief valve, plumber to determine a stub-in loca- shop or outside and never have to worry preventing the faucet tube from bursting tion and set an adjustable finish depth about freezing in winter? Well, Woodford in freezing conditions even if a hose is required by the brick or stone mason. A Manufacturing has created the solution unintentionally left on. numbered scale is built into the top of to these challenges with its innovative The model 32 Lawn Sprinkler Supply the Mounting Sleeve. The photos show line of freezeless faucets for both residen- is designed for irrigation purposes to the model 19 and 32 installed before and tial and non-residential applications. be used as the supply valve for lawn after the stonework is completed. The freezeless models 17 and 19 sprinkler systems. This unit can also be wall faucets offer anti-siphon and non- used as a water supply for water features, rupture protection. They are intended decorative ponds, etc. It can be used in for irrigation purposes and designed for conjunction with any reduced pressure

The freezeless model 22 hot and cold faucet is designed and intended for year- round hot and cold irrigation and cleaning purposes regardless of outside tempera- tures. Separate hot and cold inlet tubes allow for manually operated temperature control with cross-contamination protec- tion. This faucet contains patented pres- sure relief valves that prevent the faucet from bursting in freezing weather should a hose be accidentally left on. Like the model 19, the model 22 contains an inte- gral backflow protection device and does not require an add-on vacuum breaker.

Available in two models: • Model 22 Horizontal Mount - Rough Brass • Model V22 Vertical Mount - Rough Brass for end wall installation A drywall mounting plate is available for finished drywall applications.

The complete line of Woodford faucets is available in a range of tube diam- eters, lengths and fitting types for sweat, threaded and PEX connections. For infor- mation on Woodford plumbing solutions, ask your wholesaler or call: 800-621-6032. http://woodfordmfg.com

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PIPE FREEZING PRODUCTS Arctic Spray and Polar Professional pipe freezing products save time and effort on water system installations and rou- tine maintenance. By freezing the pipe and forming an ice plug directly inside copper, steel, lead and MDPE plastic pipes, installers can repair or maintain water systems in any application without the need to drain down the system. Ice plugs are capable of withstanding water pressures in excess of 230 psi and providing watertight integrity. Ask your Toscana Range wholesaler or call: 866-541-9095.www.arcticana.com PIPE LOCATOR Hoods the Perfect General Pipe Cleaners introduces Gen-Eye Hot Spot™ Locator, an intui- Match for Design tive directional mapping and guidance system that simplifies locating of pipe and Function inspection cameras, sondes, active power lines and bur- enmar has introduced its new Toscana series kitchen ied utilities. LCD display range hoods with contemporary lines combined with retro provides graphic icons that touches, inspired by timeless Italian kitchen designs. The lead users to the target and VToscana comes in a brushed stainless steel finish with rounded confirm the location when baffle filters. It offers a choice from two heights for either the locator is directly above horizontal or conventional vertical exhaust for 8” round vertical the camera or sonde. The discharge or 3 1/4” x 10” horizontal discharge (adapter/damp- 4.8 lb. unit is compact and ers included). Ducted telescopic accommodates ceiling portable for use on any heights from 8’ to 9’ with available non-ducted installation kit job site. Ask your whole- sold separately. saler or call: 800-245-6200. The Toscana features a 600 cfm internal blower with four www.drainbrain.com ventilation speeds and a 5-minute delay function. Another great feature is the Heat Sentry™ which detects excessive heat and adjusts speed to high automatically. COMBUSTIBLE GAS SNIFFER The Toscana is available in 30” and 36” wide models featuring: Introducing the rug- • Electronic push-button control with LED ged, easy-to-use 7899 • Three intensities of bright halogen lighting, including night- Portable Combustible light; two GU10 50-watt shielded bulbs (included) Gas Leak Detector from • Dishwasher-safe thin baffle filters E Instruments. The • Filter maintenance indicator 7899 is equipped with • Possibility of 2 different heights for horizontal ductwork to a highly sensitive tip to ease retrofit installation Pin-Point small leaks of any Combustible gases & For more information for the Toscana and other Venmar Hydrocarbons from piping and/or appliances. (Natural Gas, ventilation products, ask your wholesaler or call Venmar: 800- Methane, Propane, Butane, LPG, etc.) Ask your wholesaler. 567-3855 www.venmar.ca www.E-Inst.com contractingcanada.com CONTRACTING CANADA • FALL/WINTER ’13 • 21 new products

es easily to any manifold with the use of in its cordless class. The 10" long tool the hook provided or use it as a stand- weighs 3.9 lbs. and provides performance alone device. Comfort-squeeze grips are and run-time that is comparable to a user-friendly. Ask your wholesaler for info much larger tool at a fraction of the size or call: 800-628-8810. http://hilmor.com and weight. It can drill up to 5/8" holes in concrete and masonry. It features two-mode operation, rotary hammer and hammer only. Ask your wholesaler or visit www.milwaukeetool.com

QUICK-ENGAGE FLARE AND SWAGE The hilmor Quick-Engage Flare and Swage uses revolutionary streamlined mechanics to make accurate flares and swages without balancing or securing multiple moving parts. Its spring-loaded block features a clothespin-like clamp to DIGITAL MULTIMETER DIGITAL RECORDING quickly secure tubes ready for flaring Megger®’s AVO410 Digital Multimeter MONITOR or swaging. Ball detents and a tube-stop offers AC and DC voltage measurements Equipped with SeeSnake® HQ software, arrow ensure proper and precise align- up to 750 V and 1000 V respectively and this is the first hand-held RIDGID® digi- ment to the correct tube height and current measurements as well as resis- tal recording monitor with the durability position for a perfect flare or swage every tance, frequency and capacitance ranges. and recording functionality of traditional time. Ask your wholesaler for info or call: True RMS readings on the AC functions monitors. It captures still images and 600-628-8810. http://hilmor.com are standard. It also features a CAT IV video clips, and allows users to quick- 600 V safety rating, making it suitable ly and easily edit, archive and deliver for industrial applications. Backlighting reports directly to customers through allows measurements to be made in USB thumb drives or via print, DVD and poorly lit areas. Ask your wholesaler for online. 5.7" daylight-readable LCD screen information or call: 416-298-6770. www. provides crisp, clear, in-pipe images. megger.com Convenient dock for transportation and storage. Ask your wholesaler or call: 800- CORDLESS ROTARY 769-7743. www.RIDGID.com. HAMMER DRILL Milwaukee® M12 FUEL™ 5/8" SDS TEMPERATURE PRESSURE Plus Rotary Hammer provides up to 2X CLAMP TEST INSTRUMENT more run-time, up to 75% more speed Combining 3 tools into 1, the TPC8000 and the largest SDS Plus bit capacity temperature pressure clamp by Supco® clamps on the refrig- DUAL THERMOMETER WITH erant tubing and THERMOCOUPLE quickly and accurate- hilmor introduces the industry’s first ly provides readings Dual Readout Thermometer with for superheat and Thermocouple Clamps provides two sub-cooling calcula- accurate digital temperature readings for tions of temperature superheat and subcool, so technicians no (pipe) and tempera- longer need to carry multiple tools. Two ture and relative pres- K-style thermocouple clamps are compat- sure. It also works as ible with other devices and provide a a stand-alone pressure- secure fit to tubing up to 1-1/8". It attach- temperature chart.

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Economically priced, this versatile test energy. The key to improving indoor air instrument allows the set-up and change quality is to eliminate the source of con- of in seconds. Batteries taminants. Total Comfort Control includes included with a run time of 200 hrs. Ask a , fresh air dampers, Photo- your wholesaler or call: 800-333-9125. Catalytic Oxidizer (PCO), high-performance www.supco.com. carbon and potassium-permanganate fil- ters, and digital touchscreen thermostats. www.boschheatingandcooling.com/IAQ.

low pressure side of systems. Ask your wholesaler or call: 800-333-9125. www. supco.com. COMPACT GRINDER SYSTEM The new PROVORE® 680 compact Duplex Grinder System from Liberty Pumps® for residential sewage applica- tions is powered by two 1 hp grinder pumps with V-Slice® cutter technology capable of shredding difficult solids (fem- inine products, rags, unwanted debris, etc.) 115 or 230 volts, the system can be plugged into a 20 amp circuit for easy installation. 24" tall includes an alternating pump control unit. Ask your wholesaler or call: 800-543-2550. www.libertypumps SMART TREND VIBRATION FOLDING UTILITY KNIVES METER IRWIN Tools’ award-winning Folding Utility ACRYLIC TUB SHOWERS The new Tpi Smart Trend Vibration Knife Series uses patented BladeLock The complete line of Maax Allia Meter records, analyzes and displays technology to deliver superior user safety, Generation+ tub showers balance com- vibration signals at the push of a but- durability and comfort. BladeLock allows fort and style and graceful adaptation ton. Easily identifies problems such as the user to change blades only when the through the years. Universal user-friend- unbalance, misalignment or looseness in release button is engaged and blade is addition to the bearing condition. This in the 45° open position. Series includes troubleshooter finds motor and machine FK100 for compact durability, FK150 with faults before they cause equipment to built-in blade storage for up to 2 blades and stop working. Vib-Trend software offers FK250 with fold-out screwdriver. Ask your ease of use and flexibility to store, analyze wholesaler. www.irwin.com. and report on all vibration parameters in one place. Ask your wholesaler or call: 866-693-8558. www.testproductsintl.com.

HVAC/R INSTANT TUBING PATCH Supco® HS32032 Instant HVAC/R Patch seals holes, cracks and leaks in all HVAC/R tubing and equipment in a TOTAL CONTROL COMFORT minute. Ideal for copper tubing, alumi- SYSTEM num tubing, micro coils, aluminum and Bosch’s Total Comfort Control system is copper coils, curved surfaces, steel and the next generation of air quality accessories PVC condensate drains, condensate pans that integrate with Bosch’s Greensource and lines. Non-toxic and safe to use with residential geothermal heat pumps and all refrigerants with a 350 psi rating up other compatible HVAC systems to improve to 200°F. It should only be used on the indoor air quality while helping to save contractingcanada.com CONTRACTING CANADA • FALL/WINTER ’13 • 23 new products liness and security are built into the intel- or start-up. SelfSensing ProBalance™ ligently designed features such as stylish pumps allow the installer to accomplish grab bars, removable transfer seats and easy do-it-yourself system balancing for reinforced walls that evolve as living situ- both constant flow central plant appli- ations change without sacrificing style. cations and variable flow building dis- Available in standard sizes for easy instal- tribution applications. SelfSensing SKV lation. Ask your wholesaler. Visit www. pumps are available from 5 hp to 10 maax.com. hp. The SKS line from 1.5 hp to 60 hp. Models up to 600 hp will be available SELFSENSING PUMPS next year. Ask your wholesaler or visit Taco Introduces the SelfSensing Pumps www.taco-hvac.com. Series with ProBalance™ a revolution- ary system that greatly reduces balanc- CORROSION RESISTANT ing contractor costs at commissioning STAINLESS STEEL IMPELLERS Xylem Applied Water Systems intro- duces new standard with pumps built using corrosion-resis- tant, high-grade stainless steel impellers. It’s Goulds Water Technology and Bell & Gossett brand vertical turbine impel- lers will convert from their previ- ous standard of silicon bronze to a new, high-grade investment cast 316 stainless steel (316SS) material. 316SS is known for its enhanced ability to resist cor- rosion and abrasives. Includes 5" to 14" models in select, high-volume product families. Ask your wholesaler or visit: goulds.com/turbine-pumps

QUICK SET PLIERS Cobra® Quick Set Pliers combine the features of automatic adjusting pump pliers with traditional push-button pump pliers. The 10-inch Quick Set pliers have a 2-inch gripping capacity and a built-in shifting mechanism that allows for easy tool adjustment. Ask your wholesaler or visit www.knipex-tools.com.

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BRUTE SERIES Bradford-White introduces the Brute™ Series of gas-fired and volume water heaters with residential and commercial the onboard USB port which allows for sizes from 50 to 2,400 MBH, up to 98% system operation programing by contractor age, etc. Software, USB cable, digital AFUE. The Brute Series includes: chimney- and homeowner. The installation process manual, and batteries included. Ask your vented Brute Mini; modulating-condensing is simplified with Quick Connect termi- wholesaler or visit www.dwyer-inst.com. Brute Elite; wall-mounted Brute Elite with nals, colour-coded LED prompts, intuitive optional DHW Combi models; the mod-con menu-driven setup and a reusable Plug-In Brute Elite offering a 10:1 turndown; Brute Configuration Tool. The Configuration Tool MOTIONSENSE™ Deluxe; multi-stage Copper Brute II. The in the kit allows contractors to complete all KITCHEN FAUCETS Brute line includes volume water heaters of the system wiring, configuration and sys- Sensing what the user is trying to accom- from 150 to 2,400 MBH in standard and tem verification at the furnace, eliminating plish, Moen MotionSense™ kitchen fau- highly efficient condensing models. Ask multiple trips up and down the stairs. You cets respond to those needs. Advanced your wholesaler. www.Bradfordwhite.com can schedule routine equipment service sensors detect movement in two zones. A reminders with your contact information Wave Sensor at the top of the faucet starts so the homeowner knows when and who to and stops the call for service. Ask your wholesaler or visit water flow with a www.emersonclimate.com simple hand move- ment above the FOUR TEMPERATURE faucet. The Ready DATA LOGGER Sensor near the The Model GDL-T Four Temperature base of the faucet Graphical Display Data Logger from identifies when an Dwyer Instruments, Inc. provides local, object is placed real time data and graphical trends on a under the spout. large LCD that shows four temperatures, It runs water for graph display, logging summary, sample as long as items rates, memory used and left. Can record remain in the LAARS HEATING SYSTEMS up to 87,000 data points and download sensing zone. Ask Laars Heating Systems expands the fully them to your PC. Applications include your wholesaler or packaged, 95% efficient NeoTherm boiler refrigeration/freezers, medical storage call: 800-465-6130. line to include new volume water heat- facilities, greenhouses/florists, wine stor- www.moen.ca. ers from 150 to 1,700 MBH. They include Laars’ Integrated Control System with PID logic that governs ignition, outlet water tem- perature, indirect water heater functions, outdoor reset, stages up to 4 or 8 boilers Introducing the (depending on size) with the standard con- nano HCT™ Induct trol, and easily integrates with other controls Air Sanifier® for multiple boiler sequencing and systems. On-board diagnostics • University Tested & Proven Effective are now among the best. Ask your whole- Against Bacteria, Mold, Fungi, Viruses, saler. www.Laars.com. Aeroallergens, VOCs, & Odors • Safe & Effective nano AHPCO Technology UNIVERSAL 4-WIRE COLOUR • Patented Rotational UV Shield Technology THERMOSTAT SYSTEM • Easy Installation & Replacement White-Rodgers introduces the Emerson • Advanced Safety Features INSPIRE™ full colour, universal 4-wire ther- mostat system. The model 1HDEZ-1521 HVAC Professional Residential and allows you to easily upgrade single stage Commercial Installation Required applications to premium high-efficiency and multi-stage heating and cooling systems using the existing 4-wires. Additional bene- CONTACT fits for installers include: Ease of installation, 14” configuring and service; dehumidification, 9” 6” www.nanoshieldglobal.com | 866-633-1888 humidification control; future software and program upgrading made simple through contractingcanada.com CONTRACTING CANADA • FALL/WINTER ’13 • 25 new products

DIGITAL tem and protect the integrity of the service CLAMPMETER equipment also guard against unqualified The DCM340 Digital repairs and costly comebacks. Installs in Clampmeter from seconds with label and unique serial num- Megger® measures ber on the strap. www.spectroline.com. AC and DC current up to 600 A, AC and formance without the cord, delivers up DC voltage up to 600 to 2X more run time, 30% faster cutting V, resistance up to and 5X longer tool life, making it the 400 Ω, and frequency most powerful 18V cordless reciprocating up to 400 Hz. The saw on the market. Engineered for the display’s large clear demands of the trade, the M18 FUEL digits complement features 3 Milwaukee® exclusive innova- the high-resolution tions, the POWERSTATE™ brushless digital bar graph used motor, REDLITHIUM™ XC4.0 battery for indicating trending and fluctuation of pack and REDLINK PLUS™ intelligence measurement. Backlight assists readings hardware and software. Ask your whole- in poorly lit areas and data-hold feature saler. www.milwaukeetool.com. enables use on difficult access cables. Ask your wholesaler. www.megger.com. TAMPER-EVIDENT STRAPS FOR AC&R SYSTEMS CORDLESS Spectroline® TES-31 Tamper-Evident RECIPROCATING SAW Straps from Spectronics Corporation Milwaukee Tool®’s M18 FUEL™ eliminate cross-contamination SAWZALL®, the first cordless recipro- in AC&R systems and recovery equipment. cating saw to provide true corded per- The tie straps ensure the purity of the sys-

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Refrigerant Distributors and the Level CSA B149-10 ADOPTS Master Control. Other modules available on the site MANDATORY SAFETY CHECKS are: What is a Thermostatic Expansion FOR RESIDENTIAL NATURAL Valve? How to use a PT Chart DRAFT BOILERS How to Identify a Thermostatic The TSSA’s Public Safety Order (FS-072-06-R8) to perform mandatory safety checks Expansion Valve on Residential Natural Draft Boilers equipped with draft hoods 300,000 BTU’s or less How to Assemble a Q/BQ Valve has been formally incorporated into the CSA B149-10 code as clause 4.25. What is a Solenoid Valve? Now as part of CSA B149.1-10, as amended for Ontario, during each heating season CHILLSKILLS enables wholesalers effective October 15 to April 30th, when a certified gas technician (G1, G2, G3 or and technicians to stay up-to-date with GUT) enters a residential building intended for one or two single families to carry out the skills necessary to accurately diag- service, maintenance and/or emergency response work within the scope of his/her nose and troubleshoot today’s air condi- certificate, the gas technician shall perform a CO check in the boiler’s flue (between tioning and refrigeration equipment. the and the draft control device) and take action when the level is How to enroll in CHILLSKILLS: above 100 PPM. Access CHILLSKILLS by clicking on the link sporlantraining.com or a link on sporlanonline.com SPORLAN ANNOUNCES Create a profile, and click on the link in the corresponding email to verify your CHILLSKILLS SPORLAN ONLINE account. Choose the course you would like to TRAINING PLATFORM take, and use the first word of the course Sporlan unveiled CHILLSKILLS Sporlan online modules to help them understand title as the enrolment key (i.e. whole- Online Training, an innovative training Sporlan products and the HVAC/R indus- saler, thermostatic, solenoid). website specially designed by Sporlan try. The course initially available has The web based training program can for training customers with self-paced comprehensive information on TEVs, be found at sporlantraining.com

from the Value Leader NEW TPI’s Model 716 Flue Gas THE 621C3 DUAL INPUT Analyzer Offers Quick and DIGITAL MANOMETER KIT Simple Set-up CLIP or COPY USE THE 621C3 TO: Adjust appliance regulators; Set delivery pressures; Make regulator adjustments for pressure and lock-up The 716 Flue Gas Analyzer is a state of $ tests; Test pressure switch operation on 2-stage gas the art, easy to use analyzer designed furnace in positive and negative pressures; Test air flow to calculate and display readings from a static pressure drop; draft pressure measurements; Check static pressure in exhaust stack when installing flue and most of the other measurements high efficiency gas hot water heaters. associated with combustion. THE 621C3 FEATURES: • 0.001 inH2O resolution at less than 40 inH2O; The 716 Features: • +/- 120 inH2O range, over-pressure protected to 4 PSI • Temperature compensated to ensure repeatable measurements • BUILT-IN DIFFERENTIAL MANOMETER • Dual input differential WITH 0.001” H2O RESOLUTION • Seven units of pressure: inH2O, mbar, • CALCULATES COMBUSTION EFFICIENCY • PUMP DRIVEN FOR FAST RESPONSE KPa, PSI, mmH2O, mmHg, inHg • DATA LOGGING WITH TIME AND DATE STAMP • Trim mode to stabilize readings • WILL NOT SHUT OFF IF 15 PPM CO IS The 716 is Nox upgradable PRESENT FOR INCREASED SAFETY “Get it when you need it” 621C3 KIT INCLUDES: • COMMUNICATE TO A PC VIA THE USB • 621 Dual Input Digital Manometer INTERFACE All TPI analyzers feature quick and • A612 protective boot with tilt stand • STORE FUNCTION SAVES UP TO 10 READINGS simple set-up. Fast purge and the • A605 (2) 1/4" tapered “T” • BUILT-IN DIFFERENTIAL THERMOMETER ability to perform fuel selection during • PUSH ON FITTINGS FOR FAST AND EASY USE • A603 (2) brass fitting, 1/4" NPT to 1/4" barb • NEW! OPTIONAL BLUETOOTH INTERFACE start-up enable tests to be performed • A774 6' silicone tubing • OPTIONAL A740 IR PRINTER AVAILABLE FOR quickly. TPI analyzers also use the last • A776 (2) static tip HARD COPIES OF TEST RESULTS selected fuel as the default setting. • A908 shoulder strap carrying case For Accuracy, Performance, Safety & Value get the TPI Advantage! Test Products International Ltd. Ask your wholesaler for the 342 Bronte Street South, Unit 9 621C3 kit or call tpi toll free: Milton, ON L9T 5B7 Test Products International Ltd. Ask your wholesaler for TPI call: Phone: 905-693-8558 866-693-8558 342 Bronte Street South, Unit 9 Milton, ON L9T 5B7 | Phone: 905-693-8558 1-866-693-8558 Email: [email protected] www.tpithevalueleader.com Email: [email protected] www.testproductsintl.com

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