Springfield, Mo.-based United Poly Systems LLC is extruding a new line of HDPE pipe in the same sizes as traditional copper tubes and iron pipes for a range of applications, particularly water uses.

GL Plus™ pressurized MED/ACR copper tubing from Great Lakes Copper is available in 10-, 12-, and 20-foot lengths and a variety of sizes, both Type L and K. Each product conforms to ASTM B-280/B-819, ...

When joining copper tubing together or to a system component in lieu of a brazed connection, the use of a mechanical connection is not new to our industry. Flare connections have been used for years, ...

Use a tubing cutter to cut the legs (A), base support (B), top spacers (C) and bottom spacers (D) out of 1/2-in. copper pipe according to the cut list above. Sand back any sharp edges or burrs on the ...

Q: Several months ago, you wrote about which plumbing pipe might be better for water lines, copper or PEX. You briefly mentioned a new tool that eliminates the need for soldering copper. I would like ...