Product Spotlight

Fast Trak, a prefabricated trapeze suspension solution consisting of vertical tracks and horizontal brackets, brings great speed of installation to the jobsite, and has become an important tool in driving efficiencies on installations throughout the US.

“Our Fast Trak system supports the modern‐day construction sector and its drive to use products that are efficient, safe for both installers and ongoing maintenance teams, and have a fast, straightforward installation process,” said Mark Kimberley, Construction Product Manager at Gripple. “Fast Trak helps MEP contractors and installers deliver their portion of the project to agreed timescales and budgets. In fact, because of the ease and accessibility of the system, many projects have been able to continue efficiently, even with staffing challenges. Also, tool free height adjustments can be made with ease, allowing contractors to complete installations faster compared to more traditional rod and strut methods of suspension.”

The Fast Trak Bracket comes in stocked sizes from 9 inches to 61 inches, has attachment points on all 4 faces, and can be suspended from the tracks in any of those 4 orientations. The bracket is also compatible with traditional strut accessories, as well as Gripple’s quick‐twist accessories. But the main feature of the bracket is the push‐button latch at both ends, that allows the bracket
to slide up and down the tracks without the need for tools.

The ladder‐style tracks come in 8 inch to 59 inch lengths, allow the Fast Trak brackets to be installed in 3/8” increments along the track, and also enable the double‐tiering of brackets, to increase the number of services per run. When the installation is finished, excess tracks can be bent under the bracket or snapped off, providing a neat and tidy finish with minimal to zero waste, all while delivering rigidity and high load ratings.

Fast Trak is UL 2239 listed, with load ratings of up to 440 lbs per trapeze for Electrical applications. Fast Trak is also ICC‐ESR‐4622 and IAPMO approved and MFMA compliant, with load ratings up to 650 lbs per trapeze for Mechanical applications.

“Fast Trak has proven to be a straightforward yet ingenious solution for suspending electrical containment, mechanical piping, plumbing, ductwork, and mechanical services in an efficient, safe, and reliable way,” said Mark. “The fact that it continues to deliver efficiencies in so many ways make it a hugely attractive product for contractors who are keen to manage costs and
resources effectively and deliver an MEP system that is truly fit for modern construction projects.”

Manufactured by Gripple, Fast Trak is a zero‐waste product which consists of metal tracks and strut‐like brackets which arrive on site in pre‐cut lengths, offering total embodied CO2 savings.

To find out more visit www.gripple.com

All-in-one pre-assembled package delivers shorter lead times and installation savings, meets competitive and growing market demand for turnkey solutions

In response to evolving customer needs for pre-assembled, pre-packaged solutions that save time and labor, Bell & Gossett, a Xylem brand, is expanding its world-class portfolio with the introduction of the TECHNOFORCETM HVAC Package System. A turnkey, all-in-one HVAC stock skid system ready for immediate installation in commercial HVAC and pressure booster applications, the addition of the HVAC package system represents a competitive addition to the Bell & Gossett portfolio and joins the growing HVAC skid market – all with a higher capacity skid range. Offered in 40 pre-configured standard stocked models that come fully assembled, the package system is designed as a complete solution that can accelerate the ordering process and provide peace of mind with shorter lead times.

“As Bell & Gossett expands our roster of products within our Building Better platform, we are carving a niche with our customers as a holistic solutions provider, which means continually finding new ways to streamline our customer’s installation process and deliver cost savings,” said James Wilkinson, product manager, packaged systems, Xylem. “The TECHNOFORCE HVAC Package System is a prime example of Bell & Gossett’s dedication to offering comprehensive solutions and anticipating the needs of our customers now and into the future.”

Consisting of two to three e-1531 pumps, valves and control drives, most models will fit through a standard 36-inch doorway, making them ideal for retrofit or new construction build opportunities. With higher flow capacities in a smaller footprint using end suction pumps, and ready for hookup upon arrival to a single-point electrical and mechanical connection, the HVAC package system presents a more cost-effective and streamlined solution than other market counterparts. Flow ranges from approximately 200 to 3,400 GPM, designed to meet most HVAC heating and cooling requirements with flow split options ensuring system redundancy. This robust construction turnkey solution is furthermore equipped with sensorless system control, stainless steel grooved manifolds and optional flanges to simplify installation. Other key benefits include:

• Ideal for use in high-rises, office buildings, sports arenas, schools, hospitals and other industrial applications.
• Constructed of up to three pumps capable of delivering water to the required heights; driver and pump failure protection help keep the system running.
• Each preprogrammed station fully tested for flow and pressure up to 175 PSI boost for trusted performance.
• BMS communication saves time by providing system performance data remotely.
• The 5.7” LED color touchscreen interface provides smoother navigation of the system on a single intuitive screen, including a trending log that covers power, pressure, set point, speed and flow.

As an industry leader, the addition of the HVAC package provides a complete solution for customers by combining existing Bell & Gossett products with new HVAC capabilities. The TECHNOFORCETM HVAC Package System is currently available at ESP-SystemwizeTM. For additional information or assistance with a quote, please contact your local Bell & Gossett representative at bellgossett.com/findarep.

To learn more about Bell & Gossett’s Building Better platform and its commitment to comprehensive service solutions addressing the full scope of modern commercial building challenges, visit bellgossett.com/buildingbetter.

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Uponor TotalFit™ is the professional-grade, engineered polymer (EP), push-to-connect fitting system that provides greater value for residential projects with the same versatility and speed as brass push-to-connect fittings.

Designed for use with copper, CPVC, PE-RT, and PEX piping systems, TotalFit is ideal for service repair, maintenance, remodels, and retrofits for hot and cold potable-water piping systems in single-family homes, townhomes, apartments, condominiums, dormitories, and more.

With an innovative design for a strong, long-lasting, trusted connection, a 25-year product warranty, and durable EP materials that offer an average of 30% savings over brass push-to-connect fittings, TotalFit is fit for a pro.

The complete offering includes 33 of the highest-volume push-to-connect fittings in sizes from ½” to 1″ to meet the greatest market need. TotalFit also meets or exceeds all performance requirements for ASTM F877 and ASSE 1061 and is approved by the IPC and UPC for direct burial in soil or concrete (with 4 to 6 mil poly wrap) as well as behind walls without access panels.