Malco Products, one of the nation’s leading solution developers and manufacturers of a variety of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, was recognized for excellence in product design in the 2023 Dealer Design Awards Program, sponsored by The Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News magazine. Malco’s Andy™ Offset Aluminum Handled Snips 12” was the Silver winner in Read more
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Malco Products, one of the nation’s leading solution developers and manufacturers of a variety of high-quality tools for the HVAC and building construction trades, was recognized for excellence in product design in the 2023 Dealer Design Awards Program, sponsored by The Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration News magazine.
Malco’s Andy™ Offset Aluminum Handled Snips 12” was the Silver winner in the Hand Tools category, selected by an independent panel of contractors. Introduced in early 2023, the Andy Offset Snips is ideal as a vinyl siding snip or for cutting aluminum, copper, or sheet metal. With this versatile tool, trade pros can make longer, tighter, higher-quality straight and left curve cuts in many types of materials, including sheet metal, metal roofing, aluminum, stainless steel, steel siding, vinyl and more.
“Malco prides itself on product innovation and bringing tools to market that help HVAC and construction professionals save time on the jobsite,” said Rebecca Talbot, vice president of marketing at Malco Products. “Receiving this award validates that the Andy Offset Snips delivers on that vision, as a product that is of the highest quality that specifically addresses their needs on the jobsite.”
Based on internal testing, the Andy Offset Snips offer the following advantages:
- Superior material flow for up to 60% faster cutting speeds
- Up to 45% longer cuts when operating one-handed
- The highest maneuverability for continuous cut radii half the size of leading competition, with better cut quality
- Lower jaw made of investment-cast tool steel allows for starter holes as small as ½”
The ACHR News is the leading trade magazine in the heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and refrigeration industries. Winning entries in the Dealer Design Awards were featured in the July 24, 2023, issue of The ACHR News, which is distributed nationally to over 27,000 HVACR contractors, wholesalers and distributors, and other industry professionals.
“These awards give us a unique opportunity to recognize the outstanding research and development efforts that go into many of the products serving the HVACR industry and the awards issue gives our readers an opportunity to read about innovative installation and service solutions,” said Sarah Harding, publisher of The ACHR News.
For more information about Malco Products, visit www.malcoproducts.com.
Thoughtful Design Reduces Leaks, Increases Durability and Offers First-of-a-Kind Configurable Options Fieldpiece Instruments, the leading manufacturer of HVACR tools pros trust, recently announced the launch of a new line of hoses and fittings featuring two key types of premium hoses: charging hoses and vacuum hoses, with accompanying accessories and a variety of different fittings perfect Read more
Thoughtful Design Reduces Leaks, Increases Durability and Offers First-of-a-Kind Configurable Options
Fieldpiece Instruments, the leading manufacturer of HVACR tools pros trust, recently announced the launch of a new line of hoses and fittings featuring two key types of premium hoses: charging hoses and vacuum hoses, with accompanying accessories and a variety of different fittings perfect for all HVACR charging, recovery and evacuation needs.
“Every Fieldpiece product is designed to make the HVACR pro’s job easier, faster and better – and our new hose line is no exception,” explains Jeb Ball, vice president of sales and marketing at Fieldpiece Instruments. “Our A2L-compatible, black hoses can withstand extreme use, and their unique color tagging system increases versatility in the field by making hoses easy to identify and customize.”
Fieldpiece designed its charging and vacuum hoses in a universal black to allow each hose in a set to function as a spare for any other, removing limitations that technicians typically experience when using traditional yellow, blue and red colored hoses. Sturdy colored tags snap onto each hose for identification and customization. This contemporary approach reduces the number of spare hoses field techs must carry and decreases errors by allowing technicians to easily mark hoses that are specific for particular use cases or refrigerants. Additionally, the highly flexible hoses allow a tight bend radius ideal for cramped locations and compact storage, provide a good grip even in oily hands, and won’t degrade over time from UV and oil exposure.
Fieldpiece hoses also feature durable triple-ring crimped fittings for increased reliability even at high pressure, and greater pull strength than a traditional single-crimp or hex-crimp where if one crimp fails, the entire hose fails. With triple-ring crimped fittings, redundant crimping ensures the hose still maintains pressure – extending hose life with fewer leaks and less frequent need for replacement.
Fieldpiece hoses also have smaller diameter low-loss fittings and low-abrasion, knurled brass fittings, offering an improved feel while still providing a solid grip. An added premium feature is the compact ball valve knob design that reduces inadvertent refrigerant release if bumped, protecting users from accidental refrigerant burns.
All hoses are UL 1963-compliant, third-party tested and compatible with industry standards (SAE J2196, SAE J2888 and SAE J513) for refrigerant recovery and recycling. Hoses are A2L-ready with durable four-layer construction; have neoprene gaskets for a lasting seal even when exposed to harsh temperatures and lubricants; and are certified for 4000 psi burst pressure and 800 psi working pressure.
Fieldpiece charging hoses are available in 3-packs or individually to fit both a quarter inch standard and five-sixteenths inch split system service ports. Vacuum hoses are sold individually to mate with either three-eighths or quarter inch port sizes. Accessories such as ball valve and open hose extensions as well as straight and angled split system adapters are part of the new lineup along with replacement gaskets and extra hose color tags.
To learn more about Fieldpiece hoses and accessories, see the Fieldpiece website: https://www.fieldpiece.com/product-category/hoses-and-fittings and visit your local Fieldpiece distributor for purchase: https://www.fieldpiece.com/where-to-buy.
Milwaukee® Cushion Grip Screwdrivers (USA) are manufactured to give the professional the best-fitting screwdriver with max grip. The screwdriver tips are custom machined to deliver a precise fit and reduce stripping during demanding fastening applications. For added confidence, the tips are laser etched to increase the gripping surface. Manufactured with high-strength boron-infused steel for increased Read more
Milwaukee® Cushion Grip Screwdrivers (USA) are manufactured to give the professional the best-fitting screwdriver with max grip. The screwdriver tips are custom machined to deliver a precise fit and reduce stripping during demanding fastening applications. For added confidence, the tips are laser etched to increase the gripping surface. Manufactured with high-strength boron-infused steel for increased hardness, the screwdrivers stand up to the demands of the site with ultimate durability and life. Providing increased versatility, select screwdrivers include a wrench-ready bolster for added torque and a knurled shank for precision control. Quick identification markings on the handle make it easy to identify screwdriver tip size and type, including Phillips, cabinet, ECX, slotted, and square. The demolition screwdrivers also include a hammer-ready strike cap. For more, visit https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Products/Hand-Tools/Fastening/Cushion-Grip-Screwdrivers-USA
RIDGID, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, offers a complete line of press tool solutions RIDGID®, part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, expands the capabilities of its RP 241 Compact Press Tool with the addition of RLS® Press Jaws for HVACR applications. Designed to press ¼-inch to 1 3/8-inch copper, the Jaws when paired Read more
RIDGID, a part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, offers a complete line of press tool solutions
RIDGID®, part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, expands the capabilities of its RP 241 Compact Press Tool with the addition of RLS® Press Jaws for HVACR applications. Designed to press ¼-inch to 1 3/8-inch copper, the Jaws when paired with the RP 241 improve productivity bycutting installation time up to 60 percent compared to traditional connection methods.
The Jaws, designed for use with RLS fittings, were developed in partnership with RLS creators of the first press-to-connect fitting systems for high pressure HVACR projects. Their fittings are fully registered and listed to UL207 for pressures up to 700psi.
“At RIDGID we’re continuously looking for new ways to make our tools more useful on the jobsite. These new Jaws not only enhance efficiency, but also provide an opportunity for contractors to expand their press services,”said Joe Devries, product manager, RIDGID for Emerson. “We’re excited to partner with RLS to bring the RP241 Compact Press Tool, Jaws and Fitting innovation our brands are known for to the HVACR industry.”
The latest tool in the RIDGID Compact Press Tool family, the RP 241 has alow-profile design that is lightweight and balanced. It also features an ergonomic design to help users easily work in tight spaces. Bluetooth® connectivity connects the tool to the RIDGID Link® app,which allows users to track number of cycles, battery information, and much more.
Along with RLS Jaws, the RP 241 is compatible with all RIDGID Compact Series jaws, rings, and actuators and can press up to 1¼-inch(32 mm) on copper and stainless steel; up to 1½-inch(40 mm) on PEX tubing; and up to 1-inch (25 mm) carbon steel.
All RIDGID press tools come with the RIDGID Full Limited Lifetime Warranty and RLS fittings are backed by a 15-year limited warranty.
To purchase or learn more about the RP 241 with RLS Press Jaws, visit RIDGID.com, or call toll-free: 1-800-4RIDGID.
Dormont is pleased to announce an upgrade to Safety-Set® Equipment Positioning System. The new and improved Safety-Set® features an antimicrobial additive that inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria, mold, and mildew — critical for peak kitchen safety. You can distinguish previous models from this enhanced version by locating the red shield icon in the center Read more
Dormont is pleased to announce an upgrade to Safety-Set® Equipment Positioning System.
The new and improved Safety-Set® features an antimicrobial additive that inhibits the growth of harmful bacteria, mold, and mildew — critical for peak kitchen safety. You can distinguish previous models from this enhanced version by locating the red shield icon in the center of the box that says “Antimicrobial Protection.”
Safety-Set® is designed to return caster-mounted kitchen equipment to a specific location after cleaning or maintenance. Safety-Set helps to ensure gas equipment is situated beneath the fire suppression or ventilation systems to comply with NFPA Codes 17A and 96.
Dormont has updated all Safety-Set product literature to reflect this enhancement.
To learn more, visit www.watts.com/SafetySet.