Easy and low cost way to provide magnetic protection

The RadMag is described as a simple and inexpensive way of installing magnetic protection in a heating system with a minimum of tools and without breaking into existing pipework. The product is designed in the UK and available through merchants supported by Navigator MSL.

The RadMag is described as a simple and inexpensive way of installing magnetic protection in a heating system with a minimum of tools and without breaking into existing pipework. The product is designed in the UK and available through merchants supported by Navigator MSL.

Fitted in minutes into most towel rail type radiators, the unobtrusive unit contains a highpowered magnet array that can be extended to optimise the ferrite capture area for magnetic metal debris circulating in the heating system. This can be removed periodically for inspection –typically every year when the boiler is serviced – then wiped clean and re-inserted to continue the removal of harmful ferrous particles in the system.

Fitted in minutes into most towel rail type radiators, the unobtrusive unit contains a highpowered magnet array that can be extended to optimise the ferrite capture area for magnetic metal debris circulating in the heating system. This can be removed periodically for inspection –typically every year when the boiler is serviced – then wiped clean and re-inserted to continue the removal of harmful ferrous particles in the system.

More compact water softener for UK homes

More compact water softener for UK homes

The non-electric and compact Sumo water softener is now available from Warringtonbased water treatment specialist Sentinel. The space-saving system (492 x 235 x 475mm) is easy to fit under a sink and has been designed to fit standard UK pipe sizes. It requires no power source and operates with metered softening and regeneration, thereby using less salt and water, saving costs on salt consumption.

The non-electric and compact Sumo water softener is now available from Warringtonbased water treatment specialist Sentinel. The space-saving system (492 x 235 x 475mm) is easy to fit under a sink and has been designed to fit standard UK pipe sizes. It requires no power source and operates with metered softening and regeneration, thereby using less salt and water, saving costs on salt consumption.

Regeneration takes just 11 minutes, minimising down time, while the WRAS-approved unit’s integrated bypass allows for simple maintenance. A water hardness adjustment dial facilitates precise and easy adjustment to the water hardness of the area where it is

Regeneration takes just 11 minutes, minimising down time, while the WRAS-approved unit’s integrated bypass allows for simple maintenance. A water hardness adjustment dial facilitates precise and easy adjustment to the water hardness of the area where it is

Enhanced three-in-one solution

RadMag’s inventor, Mark Norris, explains how he first came up with the idea for the product: “I recognised that manufacturers fit heating elements to them so why not a removable magnetic fi lter? A lot of heating engineers use the towel warmer to dose a system with cleaner or inhibitor, so why not also use it to fit a fi lter too?”

RadMag’s inventor, Mark Norris, explains how he first came up with the idea for the product: “I recognised that manufacturers fit heating elements to them so why not a removable magnetic fi lter? A lot of heating engineers use the towel warmer to dose a system with cleaner or inhibitor, so why not also use it to fit a fi lter too?”

Andrew Smith, Navigator MD, adds: “This is a simple but highly effective way of removing unwanted ferrous debris from a heating system. It’s a lowcost solution that improves the efficiency of the system, is simple and quick to install and equally easy to clean and maintain. Even the packaging is plastic-free and fully recyclable.”

Enhanced three-in-one solution

The SpiroCross air and dirt separator from Spirotech has recently been updated with a new look designed to save on space, installation and maintenance.

The SpiroCross air and dirt separator from Spirotech has recently been updated with a new look designed to save on space, installation and maintenance.

The SpiroCross AX-J represents the latest update to the company’s SpiroCross hydraulic balancing unit and sees the introduction of a new powerful external neodymium magnet, designed to optimise dirt separation and ensure even the smallest magnetite particles are removed from system water.

The SpiroCross AX-J represents the latest update to the company’s SpiroCross hydraulic balancing unit and sees the introduction of a new powerful external neodymium magnet, designed to optimise dirt separation and ensure even the smallest magnetite particles are removed from system water.

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Andrew Smith, Navigator MD, adds: “This is a simple but highly effective way of removing unwanted ferrous debris from a heating system. It’s a lowcost solution that improves the efficiency of the system, is simple and quick to install and equally easy to clean and maintain. Even the packaging is plastic-free and fully recyclable.”

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Collected contaminants can be quickly and easily removed from the SpiroCross AX-J using the draining valve, and can be carried out even while the system remains fully operational.

Collected contaminants can be quickly and easily removed from the SpiroCross AX-J using the draining valve, and can be carried out even while the system remains fully operational.

The brass 3-in-1 solution, which combines hydraulic balancing, air and dirt removal, is suitable for domestic and light commercial heating systems. It is available in three sizes and comes with a 20-year warranty.

With the introduction of the water softener, the company says it can now offer a complete range of domestic and commercial water treatment solutions –complementing its additive and magnetic filter range.

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The brass 3-in-1 solution, which combines hydraulic balancing, air and dirt removal, is suitable for domestic and light commercial heating systems. It is available in three sizes and comes with a 20-year warranty.

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Water treatment system with the X-factor

Water treatment system with the X-factor

A recent addition to the BOSS range of products from BSS is the X-POT fi ltering system that uses patented components to treat water by fi ltering and cleaning a concentrated percentage of the water every time it circulates around a system.

The company says it has been designed to deliver maximum efficiency and increase the lifespan of system components.

A recent addition to the BOSS range of products from BSS is the X-POT fi ltering system that uses patented components to treat water by fi ltering and cleaning a concentrated percentage of the water every time it circulates around a system. The company says it has been designed to deliver maximum efficiency and increase the lifespan of system components.

The X-POT system continuously fi lters a percentage of water every time it circulates around a closed loop system and includes a non-magnetic cartridge fi lter and magnetic grate which combine to extract suspended solids at the size of 1 micron and above.

The X-POT system continuously fi lters a percentage of water every time it circulates around a closed loop system and includes a non-magnetic cartridge fi lter and magnetic grate which combine to extract suspended solids at the size of 1 micron and above.

The automatic air separator also ensures that any micro-bubbles and

The automatic air separator also ensures that any micro bubbles and air are eliminated from the system, which reduces corrosion rates and stress on system components. This means that the cleaning of fi lters and dosing of water treatment chemicals can be achieved simply and safely without the time-consuming need to shut systems down. air are eliminated from the system, which reduces corrosion rates and stress on system components. This means that the cleaning of fi lters and dosing of water treatment chemicals can be achieved simply and safely without the time-consuming need to shut systems down.

Another recent addition to the range is the BOSS Y-MAG Magnetic Strainer (pictured left), designed to protect pumps and heat exchangers from unwanted foreign materials.

Another recent addition to the range is the BOSS Y-MAG Magnetic Strainer (pictured left), designed to protect pumps and heat exchangers from unwanted foreign materials.

Featuring a patented dry pocket magnetic fi ltration system, which is said to outperform traditional Y-Type strainer technology, it offers fi ltration at a level of 30 mesh/550 micron via a stainless steel strainer mesh – helping to maintain and improve component performance and thermal comfort.

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Featuring a patented dry pocket magnetic fi ltration system, which is said to outperform traditional Y-Type strainer technology, it offers fi ltration at a level of 30 mesh/550 micron via a stainless steel strainer mesh – helping to maintain and improve component performance and thermal comfort.

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