IRVING, TX — A new technical document that addresses the critical differences between crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing systems with polybutylene (PB) systems has been published by the Plastics ...

Since its arrival in the U.S., crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing has taken the hydronics industry by storm. That is primarily due to its reputation as being a durable, flexible, and, some might ...

Orlando, Fla. — Radiant floor heating system manufacturer Uponor Inc. updated the control zoning system it brought to market nine years ago with wireless technology and an expansion modular to add six ...

I have a hot water heating system that uses pex tubing. We have an annoying knocking sound whenever the system kicks on. I realize this is the tube expanding and contracting. Is there anyway to stop ...

In this episode of My Dream Shop, the team installs Uponor PEX radiant heating tubes following a detailed engineered design. After completing the Heat Sheet Heavy installation, this step ensures ...

Greater Houston’s Repipe Solutions Inc. provides PEX whole-house repiping for aging plumbing, offering permanent solutions with Uponor quality. Homeowners face recurring leak repairs before realizing ...

Hover over main image for caption information. A typical oil fired forced hot water heating system, installed in 1980 was ready for replacement. The original boiler room equipment was removed, which ...

The switch from copper to plastic pipes surprised everyone, including the plumbers.

Q: I have to install some new water supply lines in my home. My current home has copper water supply lines. I’m intrigued by the plastic PEX material, but it seems too good to be true. Using PEX, I’d ...

As the old saying goes, there is more than one way to skin a cat. The same can be said of residential hydronic systems, which can be designed around numerous types of terminal units, including ...