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Uponor North America
Phone: (952) 997-4249
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Manufacturer of the Year Award Video
The success of lean practices garners award from Manufacturers Alliance.
An Introduction to Uponor Video
This video briefly highlights Uponor’s three main product groups: Plumbing, Fire Safety and Radiant Heating.
Uponor was named one of the top workplaces for 2012 by the Minneapolis Star Tribune
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NEWS RELEASES (USA)
2013
May 16, 2013
Uponor Wins PPI Project of the Year for Pier 15 Exploratorium’s Radiant Heating and Cooling
On May 7, the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI), a manufacturing-based trade association, announced the Pier 15 Exploratorium as their Project of the Year in the Building/Construction division. more>>
April 15, 2013
Uponor Named 2013 Manufacturer of the Year by Manufacturers Alliance
On April 11, Uponor was honored as the 2013 Manufacturer of the Year in the large-company category by the Manufacturers Alliance, an association providing peer-to-peer training, education and resources that allow Midwest manufacturing companies to continuously grow, improve and stay competitive. more>>
April 10, 2013
Four Families Benefitting from Uponor Systems in New Habitat for Humanity® Eco Village Homes
On Sunday, April 7, the first four families received keys to their homes in the St. Croix Valley Habitat for Humanity® Eco Village project in River Falls, Wis. Among the sustainable features in the homes, including solar, geothermal and rainwater harvesting, are Uponor’s plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant floor heating systems. more>>
April 2, 2013
Uponor Hosting Job Fair Open House on April 18; Seeking Manufacturer/Maintenance Candidates
Interested in being part of a growing company that focuses on building careers, solutions and an industry? Then come to the Uponor Job Fair Open House on April 18 to see what opportunities await you in the world of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing for radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems. more>>
February 13, 2013
Uponor Adds New Commercial Plumbing Course to 2013 Factory Training Schedule
Uponor recently announced its factory training schedule for 2013, which includes a new course on commercial plumbing applications. The course, which is eligible for continuing education units (CEUs), focuses on codes and standards, pipe sizing, unit piping, riser piping, distribution piping, public and service piping, and design and installation practices. more>>
January 17, 2013
Uponor’s 2013 Professional Webinar Series Focuses on Commercial Applications
Uponor is continuing its momentum in the commercial sector with its 2013 Professional Webinar Series, which includes 13 sessions on relevant topics such as Pipe Sizing Commercial PEX-a Plumbing Systems, Hydronic Distribution with PEX-a, and Radiant Cooling in High-humidity Environments. more>>
January 9, 2013
Earnhardt Continues Partnership with Uponor, Appearing at International Builders’ Show
NASCAR® Nationwide Series driver Jeffrey Earnhardt is looking to 2013 as a big year. In addition to continuing his sponsorship with Uponor for at least six more races, he is also going for the Rookie of the Year title. Earnhardt will drive the #79 Go Green Racing Ford Mustang for the Drive4COPD 300 at Daytona International Speedway, which kicks off the 2013 NASCAR Nationwide Series season Feb. 23 on ESPN. more>>
2012
November 6, 2012
Earnhardt Again Partnering with Uponor for Upcoming Race and Industry Tradeshow
Jeffrey Earnhardt will be again teaming up with Uponor for his sixth Nationwide Series race of the season. This time, he will be driving the #08 Uponor Ford Mustang for Go Green Racing in the Ford EcoBoost 300 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Saturday, Nov. 17. more>>
November 6, 2012
Uponor Files Patent Infringement Suit Against Sioux Chief Manufacturing
Uponor, Inc., a leading supplier of plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial spaces worldwide, has filed suit against Missouri-based Sioux Chief Mfg. Co., in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois for infringement of U.S. Patent No. 8,146,225. The patent generally relates to Uponor’s pioneering invention of the ProPEX® Rings with a leading-edge chamfer and integral stop edge. According to the suit, Sioux Chief violated Uponor’s patent when it introduced new clamping rings with its PowerPEX™ F1960 Ring with Stop. more>>
October 11, 2012
Uponor Introduces PEX-a Pipe Support and EP Multi-port Tees for Commercial Plumbing
To continue its momentum in the commercial plumbing market, Uponor is introducing PEX-a Pipe Support and two additional Engineered Polymer (EP) Multi-port Tees to its offering. more>>
October 1, 2012
Jeffrey Earnhardt Racing Uponor Ford Mustang at Charlotte Motor Speedway Oct. 12
Jeffrey Earnhardt announced that he would be driving the #39 Uponor Ford Mustang for Go Green Racing in the Dollar General 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday, Oct. 12. Earnhardt will be racing in his fifth Nationwide race of the season and looks forward to competing in his hometown. more>>
August 15, 2012
Uponor Receives 2012 Efficiency Partner Award from Xcel Energy
Uponor recently received the 2012 Efficiency Partner Award by Minneapolis, Minn.-based Xcel Energy® for its outstanding efforts in curbing electric consumption in manufacturing operations. The Efficiency Partner Award honors those who participate in Xcel Energy efficiency programs to lower their energy costs and reduce their impact on the environment. more>>
August 6, 2012
Uponor Teaches About Career Opportunities with PEX Systems at All-girls Tech Camp
“Women can be plumbers, too!” exclaimed Uponor Customer Trainer Steve Swanson to a group of 200+ young girls learning about PEX on Aug. 2 at TXT 2012, a week-long exploration camp for girls promoting the worlds of technology and science. more>>
August 2, 2012
Uponor Named 2012 Manufacturer of the Year Runner-up by the Manufacturers Alliance
Uponor was recently named runner-up Manufacturer of the Year for mid-size companies in Minnesota by the Manufacturers Alliance, an association providing peer-to-peer training, education and resources which allow Midwest manufacturing companies to continuously grow, improve and stay competitive. more>>
June 28, 2012
Uponor Named One of Top Workplaces for 2012
Uponor was recently named one of Minneapolis Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for 2012. The evaluation for the Top Workplaces program was based upon feedback from a survey given to all employees earlier in the year. This was Uponor’s first year of participation. more>>
June 20, 2012
Uponor Academy Now Offers CEUs for Continuing Education
Professionals looking to expand their knowledge in radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems can now receive continuing education units (CEUs) when attending the following Uponor Academy training courses. more>>
June 14, 2012
Uponor PEX, EP Fittings up to 2" Now Listed for Use in Multipurpose Fire Sprinkler Systems
Uponor is pleased to announce that the vast majority of its ProPEX® engineered polymer (EP) fittings, lead-free (LF) brass sweat and threaded adapters, and larger-diameter Uponor AquaPEX® tubing (all up to 2") are now listed to UL 1821 and ULC/ORD-C199P for use in AquaSAFE™ Residential Multipurpose Fire Sprinkler Systems. This new listing allows more design options and material cost savings for AquaSAFE systems and also provides the most comprehensive offering of fittings and crosslinked polyethylene (PEX-a) tubing for multipurpose fire sprinkler systems from a single manufacturer. more>>
May 21, 2012
Brent Noonan Named Uponor’s U.S. Vice President of Sales
Brent Noonan has accepted the position of vice president of U.S. Sales for Uponor, effective May 21, 2012. Noonan has served as Uponor’s South regional sales director since 2010, where he was responsible for providing leadership for the profitable growth of the heating, plumbing and fire sprinkler businesses in the southern U.S. market. more>>
April 25, 2012
Uponor’s Devin Abellon Named ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Devin Abellon, business development manager for Uponor Engineering Services, was recently named a Distinguished Lecturer for the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). more>>
March 13, 2012
Uponor’s Eric Skare Accepted to UL 1821 Standards Technical Panel for Fire Protection
Eric Skare, product manager of Fire Safety at Uponor, was recently accepted to the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Standards Technical Panel (STP) for 1821, the standard for safety on Thermoplastic Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings for Fire Protection Service. The STP serves as the consensus body to review and vote on proposals to UL standards prior to publication. more>>
February 16, 2012
Sibley High School Students Visit Uponor to Learn About PEX and New Technologies
On Feb. 14, more than 60 pre-engineering students from Henry Sibley High School in Mendota Heights, Minn., visited the Uponor North American headquarters in Apple Valley, Minn., to learn about new innovations in radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems, using crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing. more>>
February 15, 2012
Bill Gray Named President of Uponor North America
Uponor has named Bill Gray president of Uponor North America, effective Feb. 15, 2012. He is also a member of the Uponor Group executive committee. Gray has served as the vice president for UNA Sales since June 2011, where he was responsible for the leadership of all Uponor North American sales efforts in the U.S. and Canada. Previously, he was general manager for Uponor Ltd. in Canada for three years where he oversaw all Canadian operations, including sales, marketing, demand management and technical and customer service. more>>
February 2, 2012
Uponor Expands Representation into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean with VMS
Effective January 2012, Uponor has expanded its reach into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean with Victory Management Solutions, Inc. (VMS). VMS will rep Uponor radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems for commercial and residential applications. more>>
January 25, 2012
Uponor Names Charlie Harte New General Manager for Canada
Uponor North America has named Charlie Harte as general manager of Canada effective Feb. 6, 2012. Reporting to Bill Gray, vice president, Uponor Sales, Harte will be responsible for the sales and marketing leadership of the Uponor Canadian business, ensuring that sales targets and customer satisfaction levels are met. more>>
January 18, 2012
Uponor Announces Professional Webinar Series and Factory Training Schedule for 2012
Uponor announces its factory training schedule for the first quarter of the year along with a new Professional Webinar Series, which includes 13 sessions on relevant topics such as Radiant Cooling Application and Design; Commercial Plumbing with PEX; Updates in the Residential Fire Sprinkler Industry; and Efficiencies with Ecoflex® Pre-insulated Pipe Systems. more>>
2011
October 27, 2011
Uponor Parts Now Available in Autodesk® Seek, Making Specifying Easier for Design Professionals
Design professionals in the radiant, plumbing and fire sprinkler industries can now specify Uponor products in their projects even faster and easier. Autodesk® Seek, the online source for product specifications and building information modeling (BIM) for building design, now features Uponor parts in its database library. more>>
September 7, 2011
Solar Decathlon Winner and Two Additional Homes Feature Uponor PEX Plumbing Systems
On Oct. 3, the U.S. Department of Energy announced the winner of the 2011 Solar Decathlon competition, which awards collegiate teams for designing, building and operating the most cost-effective, energy-efficient and functional solar-powered homes. more>>
August 23, 2011
Uponor Launches New Webinar Series for Industry Professionals
Recently, Uponor introduced a new series of free, one-hour webinars for industry professionals on the go. Six online training programs feature information from radiant applications to controls to even sustainable building resources. more>>
August 1, 2011
New Uponor Punch&Pull™ PEX Coils Packaging Technology Improves Usability and Sustainability
Uponor recently created a new packaging design for their crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing coils to offer a more user-friendly product for customers as well as honor the company’s sustainability goals, which include reducing packaging waste. more>>
July 25, 2011
Uponor Names Tony Radcliff as Vice President of Offerings/Marketing
Uponor has named Tony Radcliff as vice president of Offerings/Marketing for Uponor North America, effective Aug. 15, 2011. Radcliff will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to Uponor North America's product and marketing team. He is a seasoned veteran... more>>
July 11, 2011
Using Radiant Systems to Maximize LEED® Points Training Course Approved by USGBC
Devin Abellon, business development manager, Uponor Engineering Services, is now presenting a course that was recently approved for one (1) continuing education hour by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC)... more>>
July 11, 2011
Uponor Sponsors Opening of New Harmon Killebrew Field for Special-needs Children
On June 26, Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau and Nita Killebrew, wife of the late Twins Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew, helped to celebrate the grand opening of a new ballpark for the Minnesota's South Metro Miracle League... more>>
June 6, 2011
Uponor Names Bill Gray Vice President of Sales
Uponor has named Bill Gray as vice president of Sales for Uponor North America, effective June 6, 2011. For the past three years as general manager for Uponor Ltd. in Canada, Gray was responsible for the leadership of all Uponor Canadian operations, including sales, marketing, demand management, and technical and customer service... more>>
May 16, 2011
Uponor Academy Co-sponsors NFSA Commercial Fire Sprinkler Training
On June 28-29, 2011, Uponor, provider of residential multipurpose plumbing and fire sprinkler systems as well as radiant heating and cooling systems, will host the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) as it presents an overview of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 Standard to commercial fire sprinkler installers... more>>
May 4, 2011
New Radiant Ready 30E™ and Fast Trak™ Revolutionize Radiant Floor Heating Market
To further meet the needs of the hydronic radiant heating market, Uponor announces two new products that will revolutionize radiant floor heating installations for residential applications: Radiant Ready 30E™ and Fast Trak™... more>>
April 13, 2011
New Customer Access Site for Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System Allows Enhanced Online Access
To create a more robust infrastructure and to enhance user experience when accessing the Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System online, Uponor recently launched a new customer access site that has several expanded features and functionalities that benefit everyone from the contractor to the field technician to the rep to the homeowner... more>>
February 23, 2011
Uponorengineering.com: The Engineer’s Resource for Sustainable, Cost-effective Design
In today's competitive market of designing structures that offer greater energy efficiency on a budget, engineers need a one-stop resource to research and specify products and systems that will make their buildings great. To help in their quest, Uponor recently launched... more>>
February 8, 2011
With the Jan. 1, 2011, requirement to include fire sprinklers in all new homes, the state of Pennsylvania recently certified a training program for water authorities on residential fire sprinkler systems... more>>
February 8, 2011
Uponor’s Eric Skare Appointed to National Fire Sprinkler Association Residential Committee
Eric Skare, product manager, Fire Safety, at Uponor, was recently appointed to the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) Residential Committee... more>>
January 18, 2011
Uponor Announces 2011 Factory Training Course Offering with Updated Curriculum
Professionals looking to expand their knowledge in radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems can visit www.uponorpro.com/training to review the new 2011 factory training schedule and register for classes online... more>>
2010
November 29, 2010
New State-specific Fire Sprinkler Web Pages Provide Resource for Industry Professionals
On Nov. 29, 2010, Uponor unveiled its newest online resource for industry professionals seeking information about residential fire sprinklers: www.uponorpro.com/firesafety... more>>
November 9, 2010
Fire Safety Expert Reassures Municipal Water Authorities on Home Fire Sprinkler Liability Issue
Municipal water authorities can easily resolve liability concerns regarding the suspension of water service to state-mandated residential fire sprinklers, according to Paul McCulloch... more>>
October 12, 2010
Excelsior, Minn., Fire District Hosts 1,200 at Dramatic, Live Fire Sprinkler Demonstration
To help mark National Fire Prevention Week, the Excelsior, Minn., Fire District hosted a dramatic, side-by-side demonstration of two room fires — one equipped with fire sprinklers and the other without... more>>
September 29, 2010
National Fire Sprinkler Association Recognizes Uponor for 10 Years of Dedicated Membership
Recently, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) recognized Uponor for its 10 years of membership and its continued dedication to the fire sprinkler industry through products, education, training and awareness... more>>
September 28, 2010
Uponor Donates Dollars and Time to South Metro Miracle League and New Ballpark
On Sept. 12, dozens of special-needs children, along with their parents and friends, helped to commemorate the groundbreaking of their new ballpark at King Park... more>>
September 24, 2010
Uponor’s Paul McCulloch Appointed to ICC Development Committee for Fire Sprinkler Exam
Paul McCulloch, technical support supervisor for Fire Safety at Uponor, was recently appointed to the Residential Fire Sprinkler Design and Installation Exam Development Committee by the International Code Council Board for International Professional Standards... more>>
August 10, 2010
Uponor Radiant Rollout™ Mat Offers 85% Installation Efficiency for Commercial Projects
A custom-designed, prefabricated, pre-pressurized network of Uponor crosslinked polyethylene (PEX-a) tubing, the Uponor Radiant Rollout™ Mat is the ideal solution for faster... more>>
July 27, 2010
Uponor Predicts Reinstatement of Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) in California Plumbing Code
Despite the recent repeal of crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing from the California Plumbing Code, homebuilders, plumbing contractors and consumers should be heartened to know that Uponor will continue its efforts to fully reinstate PEX in the code... more>>
July 15, 2010
PPI Awards Wormley Row Restoration as Project of the Year in Plumbing and Heating Category
A project featuring more than three miles of Uponor crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing for radiant and snow melt recently received the Project of the Year award in the Plumbing and Heating category from the Plastics Pipe Institute... more>>
June 7, 2010
Uponor First to Offer Lead-free Brass Fire Sprinkler Adapter for Multipurpose Systems
Easier to install and more cost-effective compared with traditional stainless-steel fire sprinkler adapters, the ProPEX® Lead-free* Brass Fire Sprinkler Adapter... more>>
May 5, 2010
Uponor’s First-ever Radiant Cooling Summit Provides In-depth Exposure to Technology
Uponor recently welcomed approximately 60 consulting and specifying engineers from across North America to its first-ever Radiant Cooling Engineering Summit... more>>
April 13, 2010
Uponor Launches New Website for Radiant, Plumbing and Fire Sprinkler Professionals
Now professionals in the radiant floor heating and cooling, PEX plumbing and fire sprinkler markets have a place to go online created just for them... more>>
April 8, 2010
Milwaukee® Announces Partnership with Uponor
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation announces a new partnership with Uponor, a leading manufacturer and supplier of plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant heating and cooling systems... more>>
March 8, 2010
Uponor Expands Presence in Pre-insulated Pipe Market, Hires Ecoflex® National Account Manager
To further promote its pre-insulated pipe business in North America, Uponor recently hired Sandy Hoyt as national account manager for Ecoflex... more>>
February 16, 2010
Uponor Unveils Contemporary Training Center and Enhanced Course Offering
A steel I-beam stating "Strong Products - Strong Partnerships" welcomes guests as they enter the newly remodeled Uponor Factory Training Center set to open Feb. 16, 2010 to a host of visitors... more>>
2009
December 1, 2009
Uponor First PEX Manufacturer to Offer 3" Tubing for Commercial Potable Plumbing Applications
Commercial plumbers now have an alternative to rigid pipe products when it comes to potable plumbing systems. Uponor, the manufacturer and provider of PEX-based plumbing... more>>
September 21, 2009
Uponor Offers Free Factory Training For October 2009 Only
As a special thank you to customers for their continued support, Uponor is offering free classes at the factory training center in Apple Valley, Minn., in October 2009. more>>
June 15, 2009
Industry-first 2" Wirsbo hePEX™ Expansion Joint Kit Saves 50% on Install Time, Costs, Connections
Uponor, the system solutions provider for radiant, plumbing and fire safety, introduces an industry first—the 2" Wirsbo hePEX™ Expansion Joint Kit—which offers commercial building... more>>
June 8, 2009
Uponor Introduces AquaPEX® Reclaimed Water Tubing for Greywater Systems
Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling, introduces AquaPEX® Reclaimed Water tubing. This new tubing offers all the... more>>
May 11, 2009
Uponor Releases June through December 2009 Factory Training Schedule
The June through December 2009 dates for Uponor's Factory Training are available and ready for online registration by going to www.uponor-usa.com/training. more>>
May 4, 2009
Uponor's New Lakeville, Minn., Distribution Center Receives Best in Real Estate Award
Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling, recently received a Best in Real Estate award in the Industrial Lease category... more>>
April 14, 2009
California PEX Microsite Educates Consumers and Builders on the Superior Plumbing Alternative
In response to the recent approval of PEX in the California Plumbing Code, Uponor, a leading manufacturer of PEX-a plumbing, fire safety and radiant systems, recently launched the... more>>
April 6, 2009
Uponor First to Offer Complete Lead-free Plumbing Solution from Inlet to Faucet
Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant systems, introduces a complete line of lead-free brass transition fittings and valves that meet various state... more>>
April 1, 2009
Uponor Releases 2009 Webinar Schedule, Featuring Radiant Industry Expert Robert Bean
The dates for Uponor's 2009 radiant webinar schedule are now available and ready for registration by visiting www.uponor-usa.com/training and selecting Online Classes. These live... more>>
March 30, 2009
New Sustainable 285,000-square-foot Uponor Distribution Center Opens in Lakeville, Minn.
On March 23, Uponor, provider of radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety systems, opened its new 285,000-square-foot distribution center, located in Lakeville... more>>
March 9, 2009
Pre-insulated AquaPEX® Helps Meet Energy-code Requirements; Saves Up to 37% on Install Costs
Uponor, the system solutions provider for plumbing, fire safety and radiant systems, introduces Pre-insulated AquaPEX® tubing for residential and commercial plumbing applications... more>>
FEBRUARY 10, 2009
Uponor Receives Training and Development Grant In Conjunction with Local Technical College
Uponor, in conjunction with Dakota County Technical College, has received a $298,000 grant from the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership (MJSP) for a two-year training and educational... more>>
January 26, 2009
New 2" Corded Expander Tool Offers Unlimited Power Potential for Commercial PEX Applications
With its six-foot power cord for unlimited power potential, the new ProPEX® 201 Corded Expander Tool from Uponor is the ultimate solution for efficient, cost-effective, commercial-sized... more>>
January 22, 2009
PEX Tubing Added to California Plumbing Code; CBSC Approves Environmental Impact Report
Today, the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) certified the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) on crosslinked polyethylene, or PEX, tubing, and unanimously adopted... more>>
January 19, 2009
Uponor Ecoflex® Pre-insulated Pipe Now Available in Three Different ASTM Sizes
Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, now offers its Ecoflex® pre-insulated pipe in 1", 1¼" and 1½" ASTM sizes. more>>
January 6, 2009
Uponor Joins Fix Housing First Coalition to Help Stimulate Housing Market and Revive Economy
Uponor, a global leader in PEX-based radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety systems, has joined Fix Housing First, a coalition formed to push for a housing recovery... more>>
2008
December 16,2008
Jyri Luomakoski Appointed President and CEO of Uponor
On Dec. 16, Uponor Corporation's Board of Directors appointed CFO and Deputy CEO Jyri Luomakoski, MBA, President and CEO of the Uponor Group and its parent company... more>>
December 8, 2008
Uponor Releases January through June 2009 Factory Training Schedule
Dates for Uponor's Factory Training in Apple Valley, Minn. are now available and ready for registration. And with the addition of two new trainers and easy online registration... more>>
December 1, 2008
Uponor Reinvests in Training Program; Appoints Industry Veteran Wes Sisco as Senior Trainer
To continue its tradition of partnering with industry professionals for a better building-solutions environment, Uponor recently appointed industry veteran Wes Sisco as senior trainer... more>>
October 23, 2008
New 2" Engineered Plastic (EP) Line Offers Low-cost, Durable Commercial Plumbing Solution
Uponor, a global leader in PEX-a systems for plumbing, fire safety and radiant floor heating and cooling, is expanding its engineered plastic (EP) line to include 2" tees, elbows and... more>>
October 20, 2008
New Engineered Plastic (EP) Heating Manifold Offers Durable, Cost-effective Radiant Solution
Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, is introducing the Engineered Plastic (EP) Heating Manifold for radiant... more>>
September 10, 2008
Uponor Consolidates Production Operations; Closes Canadian Facility
In response to the prolonged downturn in the construction and building market, Uponor recently announced a plan to initiate a cost-reduction program throughout North America and... more>>
August 18, 2008
Uponor Breaks Ground for New 285,000-square-foot Distribution Center in Lakeville, Minn.
On Aug. 12, Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, broke ground in celebration of their new 285,000-square-foot... more>>
August 18, 2008
Uponor Canadian Headquarters Relocates to Toronto Suburb to Align with Sales Strategies
On Aug. 15, Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, relocated its Canadian headquarters from Regina, Sask... more>>
June 9, 2008
Redesigned proPANEL® Awarded Professional Builder’s 100 Best New Products for 2008
Recently, the newly designed proPANEL® mixing panels from Uponor received the 100 Best New Products for 2008 award from Professional Builder® magazine. The 100 Best New... more>>
May 28, 2008
The new Climate Cŏntrol™ Zoning System from Uponor uses the latest wireless technology for complete radiant control in every room of a home or building—offering users a system... more>>
May 28, 2008
New Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System Connects All HVAC Systems for Easier Installation, Total Control
New from Uponor, the Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System is a modular, expandable, integrated hardware and software package that connects all of a structure's heating, ventilation and... more>>
May 20, 2008
Uponor Hosts Apple Valley State of the City Address and Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
On Wednesday, May 14, Mayor Mary Hamman-Roland delivered her annual State of the City address before 116 business and community leaders during the Apple Valley... more>>
May 8, 2008
Uponor, an AIA/CES Provider, Releases 2008 Radiant Heating and Cooling Webinar Schedule
In 2007, Uponor launched its continuing education program for building professionals with a series of webinars hosted by Robert Bean, a registered engineering technologist in construction... more>>
May 6, 2008
New 2" Wirsbo AQUAPEX® Tubing Expansion Joint Kit Saves Valuable Labor Time and Costs
Uponor has developed a solution for plumbing systems requiring expansion joints to accommodate expansion and contraction in long tubing runs. To eliminate the added labor and costs... more>>
May 5, 2008
Uponor Factory Training Schedule For Second Half of 2008 Now Available
Uponor has released its Factory Training Program dates for the second half of 2008. The three-day sessions are currently available for reservations for the months of July through... more>>
May 1, 2008
New Uponor EP Opposing-port, Multi-port Tees Offer Added Design and Installation Flexibility
The new EP Opposing-port, Multi-port Tees from Uponor are ideal for zone plumbing in two directions, offering design and installation flexibility for today's residential and multi-family... more>>
May 1, 2008
Uponor EP Branch Multi-port Tees and Elbows Ideal for Demanding Commercial Applications
Uponor's new offering of engineered plastic (EP) Branch Multi-port Tees and Elbows features 7 to 12 outlets with ¾" and 1" inlets that enhance flow performance and better serve the... more>>
April 11, 2008
ProPEX® EP Valves Use Innovative Ceramic Disc Technology for Greater Durability, Performance
The ProPEX® EP In-line and Stop Valves from Uponor combine the proven performance of their engineered plastic (EP) with the precision and durability of ceramics to provide a product... more>>
April 11, 2008
New ProPEX® Out-of-the-Wall Support System Provides Clean, Efficient Solution to the Fixture
Uponor is introducing the ProPEX® Out-of-the-Wall Support System that provides a complete solution for PEX-a plumbing systems all the way to the fixture. The result is a clean... more>>
February 27, 2008
Uponor to Promote Commercial Radiant Uses Via Green Mechanical Council Membership
Uponor, a pioneer in the use of radiant floor heating in the residential market, is setting its sights on educating the commercial market to the benefits of this increasingly popular technology... more>>
February 13, 2008
Uponor Climate Cŏntrol™ - Multifunction Boosts System Functionality, Reduces Install Costs
The new Climate Cŏntrol™—Multifunction from Uponor is a hydronic controller that offers a dramatically streamlined, less time-intensive approach to installing controls for radiant... more>>
February 13, 2008
Uponor AQUASAFE® Looped Fire Safety System Simplifies Design and Speeds Installation
Uponor has unveiled a second AQUASAFE® Residential Fire Safety System, featuring a more efficient layout, in which each sprinkler is connected directly to the main loop line. As a... more>>
February 13, 2008
Redesigned Uponor proPANEL® Unit Expands Radiant Design Options, Simplifies Installation
Half the size of previous units, the redesigned Uponor proPANEL® mixing panels feature a host of innovations that speed installation, improve control and simplify setup for radiant heating... more>>
January 31, 2008
Uponor Announces Updated Factory Training Schedule for 2008
Dates for Uponor™s 2008 Factory Training Program are now available and ready for reservations. This year™s training plans to be as educational, engaging and informative as in years... more>>
January 31, 2008
Uponor Names William Gray, Formerly of ITT Corporation, New General Manager for Canada
Uponor North America Executive Vice President Anders Tollsten announced effective Monday, Feb. 11, William Gray will join the company as General Manager for Canada. Reporting... more>>
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2013
May 17, 2013
Uponor Wins PPI Project of the Year for Pier 15 Exploratorium’s Radiant Heating and Cooling
On May 7, the Plastics Pipe Institute (PPI), a manufacturing-based trade association, announced the Pier 15 Exploratorium as their Project of the Year in the Building/Construction division. more>>
February 13, 2013
Uponor Adds New Commercial Plumbing Course to 2013 Factory Training Schedule
Uponor recently announced its factory training schedule for 2013, which includes a new course on commercial plumbing applications. The course, which is eligible for continuing education units (CEUs), focuses on codes and standards, pipe sizing, unit piping, riser piping, distribution piping, public and service piping, and design and installation practices. more>>
January 21, 2013
Uponor’s 2013 Professional Webinar Series Focuses on Commercial Applications
Uponor is continuing its momentum in the commercial sector with its 2013 Professional Webinar Series, which includes 13 sessions on relevant topics such as Pipe Sizing Commercial PEX-a Plumbing Systems, Hydronic Distribution with PEX-a, and Radiant Cooling in High-humidity Environments. more>>
2012
November 6, 2012
Uponor Files Patent Infringement Suit Against Sioux Chief Manufacturing
Uponor, Inc., a leading supplier of plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial spaces worldwide, has filed suit against Missouri-based Sioux Chief Mfg. Co., in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois for infringement of U.S. Patent No. 8,146,225. The patent generally relates to Uponor’s pioneering invention of the ProPEX® Rings with a leading-edge chamfer and integral stop edge. According to the suit, Sioux Chief violated Uponor’s patent when it introduced new clamping rings with its PowerPEX™ F1960 Ring with Stop. more>>
October 15, 2012
Uponor Introduces PEX-a Pipe Support and EP Multi-port Tees for Commercial Plumbing
To continue its momentum in the commercial plumbing market, Uponor is introducing PEX-a Pipe Support and two additional Engineered Polymer (EP) Multi-port Tees to its offering. more>>
July 19, 2012
Uponor Ltd. Opens New Sales Office in Laval, Québec
To better serve customers within the Québec and Eastern Canadian region, Uponor Ltd. opened a new sales office in Laval on June 28, 2012. The new office serves as the sales, design and field support centre for Uponor Ltd.’s growing Eastern region. more>>
June 25, 2012
Uponor Academy Now Offers CEUs for Continuing Education
Professionals looking to expand their knowledge in radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems can now receive continuing education units (CEUs) when attending the following Uponor Academy training courses. more>>
June 14, 2012
Uponor PEX, EP Fittings up to 2" Now Listed for Use in Multipurpose Fire Sprinkler Systems
Uponor is pleased to announce that the vast majority of its ProPEX™ engineered polymer (EP) fittings, lead-free (LF) brass sweat and threaded adapters, and larger-diameter Uponor AquaPEX® tubing (all up to 2") are now listed to UL 1821 and ULC/ORD-C199P for use in AquaSAFE™ Residential Multipurpose Fire Sprinkler Systems. This new listing allows more design options and material cost savings for AquaSAFE systems and also provides the most comprehensive offering of fittings and crosslinked polyethylene (PEX-a) tubing for multipurpose fire sprinkler systems from a single manufacturer. more>>
May 21, 2012
Brent Noonan Named Uponor’s U.S. Vice President of Sales
Brent Noonan has accepted the position of vice president of U.S. Sales for Uponor, effective May 21, 2012. Noonan has served as Uponor’s South regional sales director since 2010, where he was responsible for providing leadership for the profitable growth of the heating, plumbing and fire sprinkler businesses in the southern U.S. market. more>>
April 25, 2012
Uponor’s Devin Abellon Named ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer
Devin Abellon, business development manager for Uponor Engineering Services, was recently named a Distinguished Lecturer for the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). more>>
March 13, 2012
Uponor’s Eric Skare Accepted to UL 1821 Standards Technical Panel for Fire Protection
Eric Skare, product manager of Fire Safety at Uponor, was recently accepted to the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Standards Technical Panel (STP) for 1821, the standard for safety on Thermoplastic Sprinkler Pipe and Fittings for Fire Protection Service. The STP serves as the consensus body to review and vote on proposals to UL standards prior to publication. more>>
February 15, 2012
Bill Gray Named President of Uponor North America
Uponor has named Bill Gray president of Uponor North America, effective Feb. 15, 2012. He is also a member of the Uponor Group executive committee. Gray has served as the vice president for UNA Sales since June 2011, where he was responsible for the leadership of all Uponor North American sales efforts in the U.S. and Canada. Previously, he was general manager for Uponor Ltd. in Canada for three years where he oversaw all Canadian operations, including sales, marketing, demand management and technical and customer service. more>>
February 2, 2012
Uponor Expands Representation into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean with VMS
Effective January 2012, Uponor has expanded its reach into Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean with Victory Management Solutions, Inc. (VMS). VMS will rep Uponor radiant heating and cooling, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems for commercial and residential applications. more>>
January 25, 2012
Uponor Names Charlie Harte New General Manager for Canada
Uponor North America has named Charlie Harte as general manager of Canada effective Feb. 6, 2012. Reporting to Bill Gray, vice president, Uponor Sales, Harte will be responsible for the sales and marketing leadership of the Uponor Canadian business, ensuring that sales targets and customer satisfaction levels are met. more>>
2011
October 27, 2011
Uponor Parts Now Available in Autodesk® Seek, Making Specifying Easier for Design Professionals
Design professionals in the radiant, plumbing and fire sprinkler industries can now specify Uponor products in their projects even faster and easier. Autodesk® Seek, the online source for product specifications and building information modeling (BIM) for building design, now features Uponor parts in its database library. more>>
August 23, 2011
Uponor Launches New Webinar Series for Industry Professionals
Recently, Uponor introduced a new series of free, one-hour webinars for industry professionals on the go. Six online training programs feature information from radiant applications to controls to even sustainable building resources. more>>
August 2, 2011
New Uponor Punch&Pull™ PEX Coils Packaging Technology Improves Usability and Sustainability
Uponor recently created a new packaging design for their crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing coils to offer a more user-friendly product for customers as well as honor the company’s sustainability goals, which include reducing packaging waste. more>>
July 25, 2011
Uponor Names Tony Radcliff as Vice President of Offerings/Marketing
Uponor has named Tony Radcliff as vice president of Offerings/Marketing for Uponor North America, effective Aug. 15, 2011. Radcliff will be responsible for providing strategic leadership to Uponor North America's product and marketing team. He is a seasoned veteran... more>>
June 6, 2011
Uponor Names Bill Gray Vice President of Sales
Uponor has named Bill Gray as vice president of Sales for Uponor North America, effective June 6, 2011. For the past three years as general manager for Uponor Ltd. in Canada, Gray was responsible for the leadership of all Uponor Canadian operations, including sales, marketing, demand management and technical and customer service... more>>
May 17, 2011
Uponor Academy Co-sponsors NFSA Commercial Fire Sprinkler Training
On June 28-29, 2011, Uponor, provider of residential multipurpose plumbing and fire sprinkler systems as well as radiant heating and cooling systems, will host the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) as it presents an overview of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 13 Standard to commercial fire sprinkler installers... more>>
May 4, 2011
New Radiant Ready 30E™ and Fast Trak™ Revolutionize Radiant Floor Heating Market
To further meet the needs of the hydronic radiant heating market, Uponor announces two new products that will revolutionize radiant floor heating installations for residential applications: Radiant Ready 30E™ and Fast Trak™... more>>
April 14, 2011
New Customer Access Site for Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System Allows Enhanced Online Access
To create a more robust infrastructure and to enhance user experience when accessing the Climate Cŏntrol™ Network System online, Uponor recently launched a new customer access site that has several expanded features and functionalities that benefit everyone from the contractor to the field technician to the rep to the homeowner... more>>
April 4, 2011
New Uponor Distribution Centre Offers More Space, Modern Layout for Greater Operational Efficiencies
To address the rising customer volume in Eastern Canada, Uponor recently moved to a larger, more operationally efficient distribution centre in Brampton, ON. The seamless transition... more>>
February 24, 2011
Uponorengineering.com: The Engineer’s Resource for Sustainable, Cost-effective Design
In today's competitive market of designing structures that offer greater energy efficiency on a budget, engineers need a one-stop resource to research and specify products and systems that will make their buildings great. To help in their quest, Uponor recently launched... more>>
2010
November 29, 2010
New Province-specific Fire Sprinkler Web Pages Provide Resource for Industry Professionals
On Nov. 29, 2010, Uponor unveiled its newest online resource for industry professionals seeking information about residential fire sprinklers: www.uponorpro.com/firesafety... more>>
September 29, 2010
National Fire Sprinkler Association Recognizes Uponor for 10 Years of Dedicated Membership
Recently, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) recognized Uponor for its 10 years of membership and its continued dedication to the fire sprinkler industry through products, education, training and awareness... more>>
September 24, 2010
Uponor’s Paul McCulloch Appointed to ICC Development Committee for Fire Sprinkler Exam
Paul McCulloch, technical support supervisor for Fire Safety at Uponor, was recently appointed to the Residential Fire Sprinkler Design and Installation Exam Development Committee by the International Code Council Board for International Professional Standards... more>>
August 17, 2010
Uponor Radiant Rollout™ Mat Offers 85% Installation Efficiency for Commercial Projects
A custom-designed, prefabricated, pre-pressurized network of Uponor crosslinked polyethylene (PEX-a) tubing, the Uponor Radiant Rollout™ Mat is the ideal solution for faster... more>>
July 15, 2010
PPI Awards Wormley Row Restoration as Project of the Year in Plumbing and Heating Category
A project featuring more than three miles of Uponor crosslinked polyethylene (PEX) tubing for radiant and snow melt recently received the Project of the Year award in the Plumbing and Heating category from the Plastics Pipe Institute... more>>
June 14, 2010
Uponor First to Offer Lead-free Brass Fire Sprinkler Adapter for Multipurpose Systems
Easier to install and more cost-effective compared with traditional stainless-steel fire sprinkler adapters, the ProPEX... more>>
May 6, 2010
Uponor's First-ever Radiant Cooling Summit Provides In-depth Exposure to Technology
Uponor recently welcomed approximately 60 consulting and specifying engineers from across North America to its first-ever Radiant Cooling Engineering Summit... more>>
April 13, 2010
Uponor Launches New Website for Radiant, Plumbing and Fire Sprinkler Professionals
Now professionals in the radiant floor heating and cooling, PEX plumbing and fire sprinkler markets have a place to go online created just for them... more>>
March 22, 2010
Uponor Ltd. Welcomes Jason Woodman
Uponor Ltd. recently announced that Jason Woodman has joined the company in the role of Western Regional Sales Manager... more>>
February 24, 2010
Uponor Unveils Contemporary Training Center and Enhanced Course Offering
A steel I-beam stating 'Strong Products — Strong Partnerships' welcomes guests as they enter the newly remodeled Uponor Factory Training Center, which opened on Feb. 16, 2010... more>>
2009
December 1, 2009
Uponor First PEX Manufacturer to Offer 3" Tubing for Commercial Potable Plumbing Applications
Commercial plumbers now have an alternative to rigid pipe products when it comes to potable plumbing systems. Uponor, the manufacturer and provider of PEX-based plumbing... more>>
May 11, 2009
Uponor Releases Second Half of 2009 Factory Training Schedule for Canada
The second half of 2009 dates for Uponor's Factory Training in Apple Valley, Minn., are available and ready for online registration by going to www.uponor.ca/training. more>>
2008
September 18, 2008
New Ecoflex® Potable Plus Offers Simplicity, Protection for Buried Potable-water Systems
Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, recently introduced Ecoflex® Potable plus—a flexible pre-insulated pipe that... more>>
September 10, 2008
Uponor Consolidates Production Operations; Closes Canadian Facility
In response to the prolonged downturn in the construction and building market, Uponor recently announced a plan to initiate a cost-reduction program throughout North America and... more>>
August 18, 2008
Uponor Canadian Headquarters Relocates to Toronto Suburb to Align with Sales Strategies
On Aug. 15, Uponor, the global leader in PEX-a systems for radiant floor heating and cooling, plumbing and fire safety, relocated its Canadian headquarters from Regina, Sask... more>>
April 15, 2008
New ProPEX™ Out-of-the-Wall Support System Provides Clean, Efficient Solution to the Fixture
Uponor is introducing the ProPEX™ Out-of-the-Wall Support System that provides a complete solution for PEX-a plumbing systems all the way to the fixture. The result is a clean... more>>
January 31, 2008
Uponor Names William Gray, Formerly of ITT Corporation, New General Manager for Canada
Uponor North America Executive Vice President Anders Tollsten announced effective Monday, Feb. 11, William Gray will join the company as General Manager for Canada. Reporting... more>>
CASE STUDIES:
HEATING/COOLING | PLUMBING | FIRE SAFETY | COMMERCIAL
HEATING/COOLING
Climate Cŏntrol Network System
McTavish Residence
Integration Controls Are “King” For Elaborate, Energy-Efficient Home
This large residential remodeling project in Colorado involves state-of-the-art comfort system to maximize energy efficiency: solar, geothermal and radiant heating, plus energy recovery ventilators for the main residence... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating
High-End Condominiums
A state-of-the-art radiant heating comfort system breathes a new standard of living into a famed Washington, D.C., school-building-turned-residential-development... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating, Snow-Melting
Residence (Custom Home)—Bloomfield Hills, MI
Heating and cooling contractor Daniel Bertolini had a tall order to fill when his long-time friend and professional colleague, builder Sally Russell, approached him about providing the... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating
Childcare Center—Palo Alto, CA
A Clean, Comfortable Environment Means Happier, Healthier Kids
The floor is typically the play area of choice for most infants, toddlers and preschoolers. But at the Stanford University Arboretum Children's Center, that's just fine with their parents... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating, Plumbing and Fire Protection System
Residence—Headingley, MB
Beggs’ Residence Demonstrates Total Home Comfort and Safety
The Beggs chose Uponor for the most reliable and dependable systems for their home.
When Di and Thomas Beggs purchased a 1700-square-foot bungalow in Headingley, Manitoba, they soon had some concerns. Over the course of the winter, they experienced three... more>>
Commercial Radiant Heating and Cooling
Hall St. Helena Winery
California’s First Gold LEED Certified Winery Proves an ‘Ideal Application’ for Radiant Cooling
One of Napa Valley’s most prestigious wineries, chose an in-floor radiant heating and cooling system to deliver temperatures critical for production and aging.
When hydronics contractor Robert Reid saw the radiant flooring plan for a commercial winery, he questioned whether the system would work as designed... more>>
Commercial Radiant Heating and Cooling
California Academy of Sciences
Radiant Heating and Cooling a Critical Component In New S.F. Museum Dedicated to Sustainability
The newly rebuilt California Academy of Sciences is a paragon of efficient, sustainable design. Nestled within San Francisco's lush Golden Gate Park and featuring an undulating... more>>
PLUMBING SYSTEMS
CONDOMINIUM COMPLEX—Las Vegas, NV
Uponor Plumbing Systems Overcome Re-pipe Challenge
When the Rock Springs Vista VIII Condominiums in Las Vegas, Nev. began to experience leaky plumbing, the owners needed a solution fast. After 12 years, the acidic desert soil was... more>>
RESIDENCE—Las Vegas, NV
Uponor Plumbing Systems Offer Quality and Reliability
Interstate Plumbing has completed over 4,000 installations with Wirsbo AQUAPEX and they couldn't be happier about the switch from copper.
Any plumbing company needs to think very carefully before switching materials. Interstate Plumbing and Air Conditioning of Las Vegas (Interstate), one of the city's largest... more>>
RESIDENCE—Knoxville, TN
Homeowners, Frustrated by Pinhole Leaks in Copper Plumbing, Find Relief with PEX
Bob and Patti Jones of Tellico Village, an upscale community located just 31 miles southwest of Knoxville, Tenn., were at their wit's end. Over a one-year period, they had called... more>>
RESIDENCE—Tucson, AZ
Arizona Contractor Finds Success with Uponor Plumbing Systems
The tubing in Uponor plumbing systems resists aggressive water and soil conditions, making it the solid choice for areas like the Southwest.
Plumbers and homeowners alike have a common concern when it comes to the plumbing systems in Tucson, Ariz.—reliability. They want a plumbing system that will withstand the... more>>
RESIDENTIAL High Rise—Vancouver, BC
Uponor PEX Saves Time and Money for Residential High Rise
John Jacobsen of Phoenix Mechanical is so impressed with Wirsbo AQUAPEX, he won't use anything else.
Time is money—especially in the building industry. John Jacobsen of Phoenix Mechanical in Vancouver, B.C., reaffirmed this belief when he began using Uponor's crosslinked... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating, Plumbing and Fire Protection System
Residence—Headingley, MB
Beggs’ Residence Demonstrates Total Home Comfort and Safety
The Beggs chose Uponor for the most reliable and dependable systems for their home.
When Di and Thomas Beggs purchased a 1700-square-foot bungalow in Headingley, Manitoba, they soon had some concerns. Over the course of the winter, they experienced three... more>>
FIRE SAFETY SYSTEMS
Residential Fire Safety Systems Offer Profitable Service Addition for PHC Contractors
Most plumbers have never considered installing residential fire sprinklers. After all, how can a professional plumbing, heating and cooling (PHC) contractor compete with fire sprinkler contractors who have a license, special equipment and complicated design knowledge? more>>
Residence—NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV
When homeowners do the dishes, wash their car or get a drink of water, they have peace of mind knowing their home's fire protection system is working properly.
A house fire is one of the most devastating tragedies a homeowner can experience. A typical home can be engulfed in flames within minutes after a fire starts, but residential fire sprinklers... more>>
Radiant Floor Heating, Plumbing and Fire Protection System
Residence—Headingley, MB
Beggs' Residence Demonstrates Total Home Comfort and Safety
The Beggs chose Uponor for the most reliable and dependable systems for their home.
When Di and Thomas Beggs purchased a 1700-square-foot bungalow in Headingley, Manitoba, they soon had some concerns. Over the course of the winter, they experienced three... more>>
COMMERCIAL
Radiant Heating and Cooling
EXPLORATORIUM MUSEUM PROJECT
The Exploratorium at Pier 15 In San Francisco
Exploratorium’s New Waterfront Home Features Innovative Radiant System Using S.F. Bay Water
Renovation project aims to be 57% more efficient than the ASHRAE 90.1 standard. Among its green innovations: a PEX-based radiant system that uses the S.F. Bay as a giant heat sink and heat source.
When it comes to celebrating the new Exploratorium museum project, located at Pier 15 along San Francisco’s Embarcadero, the engineering and systems design professionals at the Integral Group tend to take it a bit… well, personally. more>>
RESEARCH SUPPORT FACILITY
Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Blueprint for America’s Energy Future
Cooperative and innovative efforts, including a radiant slab system with 42 miles of PEX tubing, combine to create a first-of-its-kind, award-winning office building that demonstrates ways to build a more sustainable, carbon-neutral workplace environment for all.
The next evolutionary step on the path to carbon neutrality is a functioning, super-energy-efficient, 220,000-square-foot office structure that is the largest net-zero energy building in the United States. Opened in 2010, the Research Support Facility (RSF) in Golden, Colorado — a $64 million complex built by the Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) — showcases what is technologically possible and commercially viable... more>>
Hall St. Helena Winery
California's First Gold LEED Certified Winery Proves an 'Ideal Application' for Radiant Cooling
One of Napa Valley's most prestigious wineries, chose an in-floor radiant heating and cooling system to deliver temperatures critical for production and aging.
When hydronics contractor Robert Reid saw the radiant flooring plan for a commercial winery, he questioned whether the system would work as designed... more>>
California Academy of Sciences
Radiant Heating and Cooling a Critical Component In New S.F. Museum Dedicated to Sustainability
The newly rebuilt California Academy of Sciences is a paragon of efficient, sustainable design. Nestled within San Francisco's lush Golden Gate Park and featuring an undulating... more>>
Underground Turf Conditioning—Bridgeview (Chicago), IL
The newly built Toyota Park—the fourth major soccer-specific field in the United States—features a state-of-the-art, turf-conditioning system that will keep the playing surface in excellent... more>>
WHITE PAPERS:
FIRE SAFETY
Why PEX-based Multipurpose Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems Outperform Standalone CPVC Designs
Known for its durability and builder-friendly efficiencies, PEX tubing is installed in more than half of all new homes in the United States... more>>