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Go eco friendly with plumbing system this time with PEX Universe

Cross linking of polyethylene has made PEX a strong, safe and exceedingly durable for home plumbing system. It arrived in North America in the year 1984 after being successful in Europe. It is considered to be an advantageous alternative over other traditional plumbing systems. There are several reasons for which PEX is considered as green product. It is safe and beneficial in terms of water conservation, durability, health and is energy efficiency. From the last 30 years, PEX has made its own image for durability, material testing and performance. The major benefit of using PEX in home plumbing system is that it is corrosion resistant and does not experience abrasion, electrolysis, pitting and filming which is more common in metal piping.

PEX is also freeze resistant as it contracts and expands which helps in saving costly ruptures. There are a few connections needed in PEX tubing which not only prevents water leakage but it helps in rapid installation as well. Also, no connections are hidden in walls which simply mean that it is easy to find damaged spot, if any. In this way, a simple damage can be corrected before it gets too late.

PEX tubing fittings are said to be eco friendly due to their amazing ability to save water. However, it is essential to use the fittings properly. PEX tubing do not allow heat loss which is possible in copper, brass and steel pipes. PEX is energy efficient as well as it reduces the energy used by water heater. In PEX pipes, water reaches the fixture in a very short time. In short it can be said that cold water remains cold and hot water stays hot. More connections in the PEX pipes also impact the length and thus water will take more time to reach the fixture.

PEX is a non toxic substance with smooth interior. It does not contain any kind of impurities like metal pipes. PEX is manufactured by considering few particular global standards which make it one of the best materials for plumbing. It is tested regularly and it is certified by different reputed agencies such as Underwater Laboratories and CSA International. PEX does not experience the formation of minerals and corrosion which is one of the strong points of PEX. There is no need to use flame, flux or solder to install PEX tubing. So, you can consider PEX Universe to buy PEX piping and tools and get an eco friendly plumbing system in your home.

Polypropylene Pipes and Fittings

Pipes and fittings made of polypropylene (PEX)

As a result, the polymerization of propylene and ethylene in certain proportions, as well as chains of molecules of ethylene in the mixed form of a material that defines the basic physical and chemical properties of pipes and fittings made from it. Pipelines, mounted in polypropylene, no rust, no rot, do not change the taste and chemical properties of the flowing fluid. Estimated length of service pipe is 50 years (cold water) and 25 (hot water). Depending on the operating pressure of the coolant temperature can reach 95 ° C. Perhaps short-term increase in temperature to 100 ° C.

High chemical resistance allows you to use polypropylene tubes for installation of technological pipelines and water treatment systems.

The main physical and mechanical properties of the material PEX (Type 3):

Pipes and fittings made of polypropylene PEX (Type 3) are used in cold and hot water in residential, office and industrial buildings, heating systems, water treatment, Air line and process pipelines.
Types of pipes

Polypropylene pipes PEX (Type 3) are available in three basic types:

PN 10 – for cold water pipes with a pressure of 1 MPa.
PN 20 – piping hot and cold water with the pressure at t = 20 ° C – 2.0 MPa at t = 75 ° C – 0.6 MPa.
PN 25 (Reinforced) – Piping hot and cold water and heating with the pressure at t = 20 ° C – 2.5 MPa
at t = 90 ° C – 1.0 MPa.

Lifetime of polypropylene pipes PEX in cold water is at least 50 years old, and hot water systems and heating systems at least 25 years.

1.3. System Benefits
The main advantages of this system are:

· Reliability and durability. Properties that meet the requirements of SNIP 2.04.01-85 *.

• Full absence of corrosion and fouling of the pipe during operation.

• Large range of composite parts, valves and fasteners allows you to mount any wiring diagram.

Easy to increase the speed and pipeline installation is 5-7 times compared with metal, the lack of supplies and the need for preliminary preparations.

• Complete tightness of welded joints.

• High chemical resistance of pipes.

· Smaller (compared to metal pipes), the noise level of flow.

· Pipes do not require painting.

• System can withstand multiple cycles of freezing in the presence of pressure.

· Material meets the requirements of environmental safety and does not emit any harmful substances in the pipeline installation, or during operation.

2. Piping

Design of piping systems connected to the choice of type of PEX pipe, fittings and valves, hydraulic calculations, the choice of lining and conditions for compensation of thermal changes in length of the tube without the surge material and the joints of the pipeline.
Tube type

Select the type of pipe is subject to the conditions of the pipeline pressure, temperature, required service life and aggressiveness of the transported fluid. When transporting corrosive liquids should be used coefficients condition of the pipeline.

Plumbing service

Today, repair of toilets require special attention, because failure bathrooms deliver a lot of inconvenience not only the owner of the apartment, but neighbors. It is therefore not recommended to carry out installation of plumbing in the toilet independently.

That came to an end repair of the toilet and it remains only for the installation of the toilet, do not hurry to implement this process on their own, trust the professionals of Santico. Our experts in a short time to do all the work required the highest quality.

Your bathroom renovation will look like a complete and quality only after the intervention of our employees. Our personnel is highly skilled masters of certain regions, which guarantees high quality of work.

Many customers around Seattle have already appreciated our professionalism and responsibility and continue to contact us for help. We replace the plumbing in the shortest time at an affordable price. Turning to us once, next time you are sure to choose our company. Low prices, prompt, high quality – these are the major pluses of working with us, please contact Santico, we are pleased each client.

Installing plumbing fixtures

Modern apartment is simply impossible to imagine without the presence of her toilet, and when it breaks, its quick installation becomes a priority. Many men will say: “There is nothing easier. And try to make the installation themselves.

And indeed, at first glance, the replacement of the toilet does not seem so very difficult. It seems that you only cut off the water, remove the old one, choose one of the ways to install with the fixation of the cement or tile floor with screws to mount taffeta – a wooden board in the excavation of the floor, or, finally, fixed to the floor with glue . Then attach to the drain hole and mount the hose water. That sort of brief and all. But what it really takes time and effort!
Installing the plumbing fixtures – it is better to entrust the professionals!

Much more appropriate step would be to entrust the installation of plumber professionals. If you live in St. Petersburg and its environs, you can contact our company Santico and our wizard will replace any plumbing fixtures quickly and with minimum inconvenience to you and your family. Our workers are professionally produce replacement toilets of any configuration (interior and suspension, bowls) and any manufacturers. Even such a need as a replacement toilet may be nicer if entrust it to professionals.