What is A Solder Joint?

by | Jan 18, 2017 | Uncategorized

A soldered joint is the most common method of joining copper pipe and tubing. The copper pipe must be cut square. All cut tube ends of copper pipe should be reamed to the full inside diameter of the tube end to remove the burr. All joint surfaces should be cleaned. A...

Atmospheric Vacuum Break Backflow Preventers

by | Dec 20, 2016 | Uncategorized

When looking for backlow prevention devices for backflow, residencies typically go for atmospheric vacuum breakers (AVBs). By allowing air into the pipe, a siphon cannot form and the backflow cannot occur. Normally made from brass, they will be formed in a 90 degree...

Backflow Prevention

by | Dec 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

As the name suggests, the backflow is a flow of water in the opposite direction to the way it normally runs. In order to prevent a backflow, many devices and assemblies can be found on the market. Is it a Problem? – Although this might not seem like a big...

CSST and Lightning

by | Nov 23, 2016 | Uncategorized

Thanks to increased investment and research within the industry, we have been allowed to find new materials and this is the case with the gas tubing called ‘corrugated stainless steel tubing’ or CSST. With a small diameter, it is easy to install and relatively...