LAARS MASCOT II
The new wall-mounted, zero clearance modulating-condensing Mascot II boiler from Laars offers 95 percent AFUE efficiency in a small 100-lb. package.
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IAQ TEST INSTRUMENT
The AMI300 indoor air quality test instrument from E-Instruments is designed to perform all the typical IAQ tests. It tests for CO, CO2, temperature, humidity, airflow (vane and hot wire), air velocity (pitot tube) and current/voltage. It includes di
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EASY-TO-READ LABELS
Here’s a piece of old school technology that may prove useful in today’s high-tech world. LabelManager 260P and 360D label makers from Dymo print easy-to-read labels. The machines are compact and lightweight and have simple, easy-to-use keyboards and
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SMOOTH-JAW CHANNEL LOCKS
Irwin Tools, Vice-Grip division, has introduced two new versions of its GrooveLock channel lock pliers, including one with smooth jaws that allows plumbers to assemble bath and kitchen plumbing without marring the chrome. “Press-and-slide” buttons al
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END BIT BREAKAGE
The Impact Clutch accessory holder from DeWalt has been “engineered to solve a daily frustration users face in heavy-duty fastening applications on commercial jobsites – bit tip breakage, fastener stripping, and fastener breakage.” Designed to be use
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IT’S HIP TO BE SQUARE!
The new 90º kitchen and bathroom collection from Moen offers sleek, modern styling in a minimalist design with geometric 90-degree angled lines.
Aimed at the urban condominium and loft market, the line includes a wide range of faucet
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ELONGATED BASIN
The Verge Lavatory System from Bradley incorporates a sculpted elongated basin with a hidden drain. It is available in 60” (two-person) and 90” (three-person) lengths in 15 colors. This sink is constructed from Bradley’s Evero natural quartz. Simila
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COMMERCIAL PRE-RINSE
The new Triple Force pre-rinse spray valve from Chicago Faucets is designed to save time while reducing energy and water costs in commercial kitchens, institutions and restaurants. A unique multiple spray nozzle system allows the user to change patte
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SERENITY IN THE BATHROOM
The PuraVida collection of bathroom faucets, showers and accessories from HansGrohe is the result of a collaberation between HansGrohe and Phoenix Design of Stuttgart, Germany. Introduced at the Interior Design Show in Toronto earlier this year, the
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WEB-ENABLED CONTROL
Honeywell WEB-602 and WEB-202 controls are designed to cut contractor installation time and deliver lower total installed cost to building owners. They bring Web-enabled building control to large scale, high density residential buildings, commercial
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VARIABLE SPEED
The new Taco Advantage drives combine the company’s pumping technology with Schneider Electric’s variable frequency drives. They are designed to deliver reliable performance and increase productivity while reducing energy costs when matched to the op
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BRYANT REDESIGNS HVAC CONTROL
Bryant has launched a newly redesigned control for its high efficiency Evolution home heating and air conditioning system. The new control features enhanced functionality and improved set-up functions to personalize and optimize comfort and help home
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HIGH CAPACITY STEAM
The new Miura LX-300 gas-fired industrial steam generator is rated at 300 BHP and features an ultra-low NOx zero side-clearance design that offers a compact footprint for point-of-use applications with the flexibility to link together multiple module
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FLEXIBLE WATER TUBE BOILERS
Bryan Steam will display their flexible water tube boilers at the upcoming AHR Expo Jan. 31 to Feb. 2 in Las Vegas. This includes the high efficiency Triple-Flex Series which delivers a minimum 90 percent operating efficiency with 160° return, 180° s
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DOUBLE DUTY
The new Reznor Z Series commercial ventilation unit combines a heat pump and an energy recovery wheel. During the winter months, when the outdoor air temperatures are between -10°F and 45°F, the unit modulates the DX heat pump system and the total en
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HIGH EFFICIENCY TANKLESS
An expanded line of commercial and residential gas tankless water heaters under the new Bosch Therm product name includes high efficiency compact condensing and non-condensing models. Updated software delivers performance enhancing features such as a
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TIGHT SPACES INSPECTION CAMERA
The new SeeSnake microDrain D65S inspection camera system and Scout locator from Ridgid allows easy inspection of lines up to three inches. Its can navigate 1 1/2- inch pressurized lines and make 90-degree turns typical in pool piping, making it idea
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QUICKER GRINDING
The Enduro-Flex Turbo (EFT) grinding disk from Walter Surface Technologies is designed to work on steel, stainless, and aluminum for weld cleaning, edging and deburring. A mixture of abrasive grains with cooling agents produces a fast removal rate a
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THREADING MACHINE
The new electric 5401TMSO pipe threading machine from Reed Mfg. features a self-priming oil pump, an open work space with a large, integral oil reservoir and easy-to-remove, metal chip collection trays. Threading capacity for pipe is 1/8” – 2” nomin
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CORDLESS FORK METER
The new Milwaukee M12 Cordless Fork Meter provides current measurement, voltage measurement, voltage detection and task lighting. Lo-Z measurement eliminates ghost voltage while a large white on black display provides clearer readings. This unit uses
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A PORTABLE LIFT
The LiftPod from JLG Industries reaches a 14-foot working height and is operated using an 18-volt cordless drill or optional power pack. It meets CSA standard B354.1, which calls for self-propelled elevating work platforms to meet specific strength a
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EFFICIENT COMMERCIAL POOL HEATER
Lochinvar has enhanced its high efficiency XLP commercial pool heater with its improved “Smart System” advanced control platform. And the XLP pool heater, which offers efficiencies up to 97 percent, inputs up to 800,000 Btu/h and fully modulating 5:1
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WEB CONTROLLER
The Honeywell WEB-700 controller supports multiple applications, including building automation and energy management, on the same platform. Built on the NiagaraAX framework, it provides complete, building automation control with fewer components. It
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COMMERCIAL HEAT PUMP
EP series geothermal and water source commercial heat pumps from Bosch’s FHP Thermotechnology Division are designed for energy efficiency in sizes ranging from 1/2 to six tons. A floating base pan isolates the compressor from the unit’s cabinet and a
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LIFETIME FILTER
The Pro Gold 94 premium quality electrostatic air filter from Evolution Air replaces the standard furnace filter, removing about 10 times the airborne contaminants. It uses naturally occurring static electricity to remove pollen, dust, dander, mold
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