Session #12: PEX-A and Multi-Joint Coupling: The Future of Durable, Low-Maintenance Waterline

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Overview:

With the growing demand for housing development, it’s important to re-evaluate traditional methods of water distribution for waterlines to the home and couplings connecting the waterline system. Given the unstable cost of metallic materials, planning budgets and advancing construction projects can be challenging. To address this, newer technologies such as PEX-A and Multi-Joint fittings offer reliable and cost-effective alternatives. This session will provide a clear understanding of what PEX is, how it can serve as a durable replacement for metallics in plumbing and how multi-joint coupling can ensure reliable connections that can be seamlessly implemented in future infrastructure projects.

 

At the completion of this one-hour OJT session, participants will be able to demonstrate the following:

• • • • • Understand the fundamentals of PEX and its key difference from other materials
        • Explain how PEX can be used for waterline connection to the home.
        • Understanding how multi-joint coupling can potentially be used in certain applications to reduce maintenance.
        • Recognize how new plumbing product technologies – PEX and multi-joint – contribute to improved system efficiency and more resilient waterline design.

 

Our facilitators are Michael Vasquez, Professional Engineer and Sales Representative at Uponor and Glen Steele, key leader at Georg Fisher Piping Systems.

Facilitator : Michael Vasquez

 

Michael has spent the past year helping contractors, distributors, and engineers enhance water distribution systems using advanced PEX-A piping solutions. With a strong technical background in steam systems, Michael specializes in efficient heat transfer and critical air design, offering turnkey solutions that drive performance and reliability across building systems.

 

Facilitator : Greg Steele

 

Greg brings deep expertise and a commitment to innovative solutions in piping infrastructure.  Known for his strategic approach and technical acumen, Glen plays an instrumental role in advancing the company’s mission to provide sustainable, high-quality piping systems. His work focuses on driving cost-effective and reliable solutions, such as the GF Multi/Joint fittings, which offer adaptable and durable connections across various piping types and standards. Glen’s dedication to reducing lifecycle costs and improving system resilience has made him a respected figure within the industry, championing products that address modern challenges in water, gas, and industrial applications.

 

 

Logistics:
These 1-hour virtual sessions are offered every alternate Thursday starting at 2:00 pm.  Sessions are complimentary to all OMWA members and the fee for non-members is $30.00 CAD plus HST per person per session.

Questions:
If you have any specific questions regarding this OJT session, please feel free to submit them when you register and we will provide them to the workshop facilitator.

The OMWA will provide a certificate recognizing participation in these On the Job Training sessions. Attendance may also qualify as a Continuing Knowledge Activity for the PEO PEAK program