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Miscellaneous brass fittings
09Jul

Compression vs. Flared: When to Use Each Type for Brass

When you're in the field, you run across some different connections. But two of the most commonly used for smaller lines include compression fittings and flared fittings. But which type of outlet will work best for your specific situation and what's the difference between them? Here's a quick look to help get you started. Fittings: Generally speaking, compression outlets are used for water and compressed air lines, where slight leakage isn't going to cause too much of a problem. Flared outlets are used for gas and high-pressure lines, where even a little leakage can cause major problems if left unattended. Why?...

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Dewatering pump
01Jun

How to Improve Your Dewatering Process with Space Saver Flanges

Whoever said there can never be too much of a good thing was obviously a hopeless optimist. When a construction site, flood zone or other area has been inundated with water, removing it is vital to allow safe access and further progress in that area. Dewatering helps to make this happen for a wide range of situations, but it can be complex when you're dealing with a wide range of different fitting sizes and limited space to place them. Fortunately, Team Red Hed has the perfect solution. Here's how our space saver flanges can help...

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Brass flange adapters
03Nov

What Do You Need to Know to Order Lead Flange Adapters

When you're replacing a lead water service from a house to the main or curb stop, where do you find an adapter to link the corporation or curb to the new copper or CTS service line? Here's a quick look at what you'll need to know to order the right lead flange adapter to make a great connection to a new service line. Determine the threads for the existing valve Though it seems tricky, the easiest way to find out what thread you'll need is by matching the flare nut. You can approach it a couple ways. You can bring it into...

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Left: Curb Stop; Right: Corporation Stop
07Apr

Everything You Need To Know About Curb and Corporation Stops

Curb and corporation stops often cause as much confusion as they do answers for fast and effective water shut off. What's the difference between them? What are the different types? In this post, we'll cover what you need to know about curb stops and corporation stops so that you can apply that knowledge effectively in the field. What's the Difference? The first difference between these two types is its location, with a corporation stop being located directly attached to the main while curb stops are typically located in the sidewalk or on the home or business property. Beyond that, the corporation...

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Space saver flange diagram and product photo
10Mar

What are the Benefits & Drawbacks of a Space-Saver Flange?

Flanges are a common component found in many waterworks systems, taking up a relatively small amount of space while providing superior water pressure. But what about situations where you have a tight fit, meter vault, for example, or along a section of pipe? If you're dealing with minimal amount of wiggle room in your setup, one possible solution is a space-saver flange. Designed to take up an absolute minimum of space, a space-saver flange is mounted first to the smaller pipe or fixture and then to the larger pipe or fixture, allowing the diameter to change without any serious change...

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Young Boy Drinking Water
16Feb

A Quick Review of Lead-Free Standards

With the formation of the EPA and public concern over lead exposure in the 1960s and 1970s, the plumbing and waterworks industry saw the rise of a new set of laws that regulated lead content in drinking water. As time has gone on, amendments and additional legislation has been passed, on both the state and federal levels, to further limit the amount of lead allowed in drinking water and plumbing systems. But what exactly is the difference between these standards and how do they affect your industry? Here are some more details: Safe Drinking Water Act Passed in...

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