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, ...

This article was updated May 31, 2023. It was originally published March 23, 2000. Technological advances are pushing the pressure, flow and temperature requirements for fluid and pneumatic pipes and ...

Pipe and tubing are used when rigid lines are preferred. No matter which conductor is used, certain requirements must be met. The line must be large enough to carry the flow required, and it must be ...

Q: Dear Tim, I love reading your column in my local paper. Several months ago, you wrote about which plumbing pipe might be better for water lines, copper and PEX. You briefly mentioned a new tool ...