Residential retrofit water heater
Eternal Hybrid Water Heaters introduces its residential GU120 hybrid water heater with a 1/2-in. gal line capability that makes for a simpler and more efficient installation for plumbing contractors. It succeeds the GUl00 model and sdds 20% more Btu. Additionally, homes with the GUl20 can use the shower and a dishwasher simultaneously and not worry about a lack of hot water. The GUl20 is eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to standard tank and tankless water heaters. Eternal Hybrid Water Heater
5-watt transmitter
The Gen-Eye Hot Spot Transmitter from General Pipe Cleaners can make pipe and utility locating easier than ever. The fully loaded 5-watt transmitter features four trace frequencies and ah LCD graphic display that Indicates line resistance and current flow. The battery life lasts up to 100 hours and a selectable automatic shutdown feature saves power as well. The Hot Spot graphic display with auto backlight indicates battery level; output level, USB connection, connectivity, type of transmission (induction direct connect leads or clamp) and active frequencies.
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Ultra-high-efficiency toilet line
Niagara’s Stealth toilet line now has a dual-flush model with an easy-to-understand green button for a lower volume flush. Recommended for the hospitality sector, Niagara’s Stealth features a maximum flush of 0.95 GPF for solids and 0.5 GPF for liquids. It meets EPA WaterSense criteria and can save an average of 40,000 gal. of water annually when retrofitted with other bathroom fixtures. Niagara Conservation
Residential tankless water heaters
Nortiz America has expanded its line of residential tankless water heaters with three new models that feature a compact design, a heat
exchanger that is three times as durable, all-new scale-detection software for more proactive leak prevention and a built-in digital display to aid servicing. Noritz began shipping the new models – the NR501, NR662 and NRC711 – nationwide in early January. Noritz America
Water-saving showerheads
Kohler Introduces four upgraded water-saving showerheads – Bellis (pictured). Counterpoint, Tuxedo and Inigo – which all use Kallista’s Katalyst air-induced technology to get the most out of every drop of water, infusing air into the water stream in order to provide a fuller, more powerful spray. These models comply with stringent CALGreen water conservation standard and offer a 2.0-GPM flow rate that can save up to 20% on water consumption when compared to standard 2.5-gpm models. Features include an easy-to-clean optimized sprayface which resists hard water buildup. Kohler