CSST | Plumbing & Mechanical

Pro-Flex yellow jacket CSST

August 17, 2017

Pro-Flex’s yellow jacket version (Pro-Flex 1) and a new black jacket arc-resistant version (Flak Jacket) can be used with either natural gas or liquid propane.

Omega Flex AutoSnap Tee fittings

August 17, 2017

Omega Flex’s AutoSnap Tee fittings do not require any disassembly or reassembly of the fitting to the TracPipe CounterStrike CSST.

Protecting CSST gas-piping systems

Kelly Faloon

March 30, 2015

As these codes have not been adopted yet, installation of CSST is still an issue plumbing contractors need to be aware of.

PM Profile: Ward Mfg.'s Pete Guidi and Tony Favilla

Ward Mfg. sees growth through acquisitions, product development

Bob Miodonski

January 14, 2015

Manufacturer identifies trend toward more demand for U.S.-made products.

Wardflex Jobsite Assistant mobile CSST information app

Ward’s Wardflex Jobsite Assistant is a free app for Android and Apple mobile devices.

May 21, 2014

It instantly calculates the flow capacities of each size of tubing. Features include: frequently asked questions; design and installation guide; breaking news and technical bulletins; products; and contact information.

Keep Your CSST Fittings Straight

Don’t Mix: CSST fittings aren’t interchangeable

March 10, 2014

Unlike heavy traditional rigid back pipe, CSST is a light and flexible gas piping system that goes by a variety of brand names in the U.S. market.

Omega Flex wins third consecutive CSST court case

Omega Flex recently announced that a U.S. District Court in Florida has dismissed a class action lawsuit falsely alleging that Omega Flex’s corrugated stainless-steel tubing product was defective and created a risk of fire damage due to lightning strikes.

February 20, 2014

Omega Flex recently announced that a U.S. District Court in Florida has dismissed a class action lawsuit falsely alleging that Omega Flex’s corrugated stainless-steel tubing product was defective and created a risk of fire damage due to lightning strikes.