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aquatherm’s stable material cost and labor-saving heat fusion connections helped alleviate both of those concerns.

Location/Date
Boca Raton, FL Summer 2011

Product
aquatherm blue

aquatherm Advantages

• A 10-year warranty eased longevity concerns
• PP-R’s lighter weight allowed for quicker and easier installation
• PP-R negated concerns about jobsite theft of metal

aquatherm provided a leak- and maintenance-free system that has run smoothly for four-plus years - and it’s the brewery’s preferred pipe system going forward.

Location/Date
Ypsilanti, MI Spring 2011

Product

aquatherm Advantages

• Ownership was drawn to PP-R's lifecycle benefits vs other pipe systems.
• aquatherm provided labor time savings thanks to heat fusion connections.
• Heat fusion eliminated mechanical or glued connections, which was essential since most of the system is underground or in concrete.

aquatherm was installed to avoid long-term corrosion or degradation issues.

Location/Date
Lebanon, TN Winter 2011

Product
aquatherm blue, aquatherm green, aquatherm lilac

aquatherm Advantages

• Blue Pipe did not require insulation like black pipe would have thanks to its natural R-value
• The lighter weight of PP-R compared to steel provided solid labor savings
• The thermal expansion resistance — up to 75% compared to plastic piping in operating temperatures up to 200 °F was essential to the job

aquatherm pipe was selected since it won’t corrode, scale or wear out and could be used on a variety of applications.

Location/Date
Collegedale, TN Ongoing

Product
aquatherm blue, aquatherm green

aquatherm Advantages

• PP-R’s lighter weight compared to steel, rust resistance, and flame-free connections were huge benefits.
• The design team liked that hard water doesn’t affect the piping, making it ideal for almost any application.
• aquatherm piping systems are completely free of heavy metals and toxic chemicals and will not leach chemicals into the water.

Blue Pipe was used due to its reliability and ease of installation – also because it offered a 10-year warranty.

Location/Date
Ferndale, WA Fall 2010

Product
aquatherm blue

aquatherm Advantages

• Weighs up to 75% less than comparably sized metal pipes, offering easier installation
• Heat-fused connections and corrosion resistance eased concerns of system leakage and failure
• The final system worked without leaks and came in on budget

A directional bore process was used to install Blue Pipe at the facility without disrupting the road or grounds.

Location/Date
St. Louis, MO Winter 2010

Product
aquatherm blue

aquatherm Advantages

• The polypropylene pipe was able to withstand the high temperatures of the condensate
• Since PP-R is chemically inert, no protective chemicals are necessary for the pipe – unlike steel
• Returning the condensate to the facility at a higher temperature saves energy

For nearly a decade GML has successfully applied aquatherm pipe for chilled, heated, and potable water systems in more than 75 PHVAC projects. Using aquatherm pipe has contributed to the company’s success, profitability, and longevity.

Location/Date
Western Canada 2009-Present

Product

aquatherm Advantages

• Predictable costs, light weight, lead-free composition, low thermal loss.
• A service life of 60-plus years, a 10-year warranty, and a low likelihood of jobsite theft.
• Off-site prefabrication services that can result in tremendous labor savings in the field.

The recently opened Mosaic Place is a multi-purpose arena in Moose Jaw, SK, and home to the Moose Jaw Warriors of the Western Hockey League. Also known as the Moose Jaw Multiplex, the 3-story, 19,509 m², multi-use facility features a 4,500-seat sports bowl, a large curling facility, and other amenities.

Location/Date
Moose Jaw, SK/Spring 2011

Product
aquatherm blue, aquatherm green

aquatherm Advantages

• Polypropylene pipe weighs up to 80% less than comparably sized metal pipes, offering easier installation
• The improved flow rate results in energy savings
• The simple heat fusion process saved time on labor and helped meet the completion date

aquatherm’s pressure piping was part of a system designed to deliver annual estimated energy savings of roughly $2,500.

Location/Date
Park City, UT Summer 2010

Product
aquatherm blue

aquatherm Advantages

• The natural R-value helps to reduce ambient temperatures in the mechanical room
• Provided a 15-20% cost savings on the radiant heating installation
• A 10-year warranty

aquatherm's Blue Pipe delivered material savings and a flawless installation.

Location/Date
Cincinnati, OH Summer 2008 - 2010

Product

aquatherm Advantages

• Compared to copper, there was a reduction of 20-25% savings in labor
• The fusion process requires no toxic materials, glues, resins, or open flames
• During a cold spell in construction, the water lines aquatherm didn’t freeze, like copper would have