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With more than 40 years of service and 17 billion feet of pipe installed worldwide, Uponor PEX is a trusted solution for new-home construction. In fact, more homebuilders and contractors install PEX for plumbing than copper and CPVC combined.

Not all PEX is the same. Watch this video to learn about the benefits of Uponor PEX-a pipe for plumbing, radiant heating/cooling, hydronic piping and fire sprinkler systems.

When comparing the Uponor PEX-a plumbing system with PEX-b and F1960 systems, it is important to look at the expansion rings. Uponor ProPEX expansion rings are extruded for maximum strength and capitalize on the shape memory of PEX-a to ensure a secure connection. Molded PEX-b rings eliminate the benefits of strength and shape memory for a connection that could be compromised.

The Uponor ProPEX connection method underwent third-party pressure testing on the joint as assembled at different environmental conditions. The results offered assurance to the fastest and most durable sealing times, proving the Uponor system offers the best connection method for ASTM F1960 fitting systems.

Uponor’s PEX-reinforcing rings and cold-expansion fittings are tested and certified to ASTM F1960. It is unknown whether all PEX-b manufacturers have been tested and listed to this industry standard for quality.

Uponor provides the most comprehensive offering of ASTM F1960 fittings in lead-free (LF) brass and engineered polymer (EP) for a holistic system from pipe to rings to fittings. Additionally, Uponor’s EP fittings are proudly made in America, while others’ fittings are manufactured in China.

Stress-crack corrosion is the growth of a micro-crack that can lead to unexpected sudden failure of a piping system. Due to its higher and more uniform crosslinking manufacturing method, Uponor PEX-a pipe offers greater resistance to stress-crack corrosion compared to PEX-b pipe for a stronger, more durable piping system.

A study done by the Rochester Medical Center published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported a connection between copper and Alzheimer’s disease. With Uponor PEX meeting the NSF International certification for water purity, there is no question about the safety of the system.

In radiant floor heating systems, warm water flows through flexible PEX pipes that can work under any type of floor covering. The pipes connect to a heat source, such as a boiler or hot-water heater, and pumps, manifolds and controls round out the system.

Fast Trak™ is an interlocking knobbed mat system for concrete and wood subfloors to quickly and easily install radiant tubing in a radiant floor heating system. Watch this video to learn the step-by-step process for installing the system, and see how fast two installers can lay down Fast Trak for a radiant floor heating system in a home’s basement.

Design professional-quality radiant systems with Uponor’s design methods and materials already loaded into the full version of LoopCAD. Best of all, Uponor offers 20% off when you purchase a full subscription.

Uponor AquaSAFE residential fire sprinkler systems are a life-saving upgrade to any home. Available as a multipurpose combined plumbing and fire sprinkler system or a standalone system, AquaSAFE uses the same flexible PEX piping and ProPEX® fittings that plumbers have relied on for decades.

Multipurpose fire sprinkler systems are a cost-effective solution that:

• Connects with cold-water plumbing systems
• Ensures fresh water is always available
• Guards against unintentional shut-offs
• Eliminates homeowner maintenance
• Installs easily

In most states, a licensed plumbing contractor can install a multipurpose AquaSAFE system. Uponor offers online and job site training for professional installers.

Benefits of Uponor PEX as a standalone solution for fire sprinkler systems:

• Leverages constant water flow
• Offers home protection when plumbing system is shut off
• Uses 70% fewer connections vs. rigid piping systems

Introducing Uponor ServicePEX™ — the latest innovation from the trusted name in PEX piping for more than 40 years. Designed for both new construction and the replacement of outdated service lines, ServicePEX delivers clean, safe water from the main to the structure, offering a modern, dependable solution that prioritizes health, safety, and top-tier performance in every installation.

• Certified to AWWA C904 Standard for water service
• Tested for up to 12 months of UV exposure
• 200 psi at 73°F (13.8 bar at 23°C) rating (at 0.63
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• Highest chlorine resistance rating of ‘5’ per ASTM F2023
• Meets ASTM F876, CSA B137.5, NSF 14, and NSF 61
• Approved for use with AWWA C800 CTS compression fittings and valves

• 25-year transferable limited warranty on pipe and ProPEX® expansion fittings

Built for long-term performance, ServicePEX mitigates concerns of microcracking, creep fractures, or slow cracks, ensuring structural integrity and reducing costly rework. Its remarkable flexibility, bending up to six times its outer diameter, allows for streamlined installation in complex layouts, minimizing the need for connections and maximizing project productivity. Plus, its lightweight design makes ServicePEX not only easier to handle but also safer for your teams on the job site, reducing the risk of injuries and safeguarding your most valuable resource: your skilled installation crews.