Viega System Solutions in Medical Facilities

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1 Viega System Solutions in Medical Facilities The global leader in plumbing, heating and pipe joining systems

2 A heritage of better ideas since 1899 Only the Viega Group offers a heritage of true innovation, from our humble beginning in 1899 to our current status as the global leader of plumbing, heating and pipe joining systems. Viega system solutions have surpassed the test of time for more than 115 years because our quality is superior, our customer service is individual and our products work together so installers can accomplish more. With trustworthy, total system solutions for nearly any application, Viega provides the products, the tools, the support and the quality you need to complete the job right the first time Viega s legacy begins Viega founder Franz- Anselm Viegener designs brass beer tap Focus on plumbing Viega begins to manufacture plumbing fittings for Germany Vision continues to grow Viega adds more products to increase opportunities for plumbers

3 1950 Global strategy broadens Viega expands to other countries in this decade Quality PEX for total solutions Viega LLC produces 655 million feet of PEX tubing in the United States since A solution for everyone Viega invests in development of complete system solutions Zero Lead solutions Viega finishes first in the race to offer a complete lead-free system in North America Revolutionizing the industry Viega teaches the world a new way to install plumbing and piping systems Resources to succeed The Viega Group offers 23 million square feet of production and logistics facilities worldwide Celebrating 100 years The Viega Group introduces complete system concepts in North America One source, many materials Viega manufactures the first carbon steel press fitting for use in gas applications, Viega MegaPress Outstanding solution provider Viega s North American company wins the ASPE Industry Award for the advancement of plumbing technology Building the future with training Viega Educational Facility hosts nearly 15,000 guests since opening

4 Delivering innovative solutions for a global market In a world of imitators, Viega stands apart as a true innovator through creativity and unmatched quality. Only Viega offers press systems in multiple pipe joining materials, providing complete solutions for nearly any application. Trustworthy, time-tested for more than 20 years and guaranteed, more than one million Viega press fittings are installed every day around the world. Parkland Memorial Hospital, Dallas, Texas Mateusz Kostrzewa/LEGIA.com Saint Petersburg, Russia Four Seasons Seminyak, Indonesia W Retreat and Spa Bali Paris, France Shangri-La Hotel Warsaw, Poland Pepsi Arena Warschau 4

5 Roland Horn KAEFER Frankfurt, Germany THE SQUAIRE Antarctica Bharati Research Station Panama City, Panama Westin Playa Bonita Melbourne, Australia Royal Children s Hospital 5

6 Clean, safe connections Viega installations in medical facilities Joe DiMaggio Children s Hospital Miami, Florida 6

7 Mercy Health - West Hospital in Cincinnati, OH, is a new 250- bed hospital featuring advanced technology for patient care and expanded medical capabilities. Comprehensive care centers include heart, cancer, orthopedics, women s health and OB/maternity. Viega ProPress systems were installed throughout Mercy Health - West Hospital. Viega ProPress for copper in sizes ½" to 2" was installed for softened water, chilled water and hot water return applications. Viega ProPress for stainless in sizes 2½" to 4" was installed for the hospital s potable water systems. Viega press technology makes secure, reliable connections in copper, stainless, black iron pipe and PEX in less than seven seconds, even if the system hasn t been shut down. Since connections can be made under flow, full shutdowns are no longer required. This significantly reduces the length of costly downtime. Riverview Hospital in Noblesville, IN, is a full-service, 154-bed hospital that offers unmatched, comprehensive services in state-of-the-art facilities. Each year, Riverview treats 25,000 in their emergency department, births 750 babies and admits 6,500 patients. Riverview Hospital has installed a variety of Viega systems, including Viega MegaPress for the condensate steam lines, Viega ProPress for copper in domestic lines and Viega ProPress for stainless steel in the kitchen s potable water lines. Riverview keeps a sizeable in-house stock of Viega ProPress systems in sizes ½" to 2". Joe DiMaggio Children s Hospital in Miami, FL, incorporates advanced technology, the most diverse group of boardcertified pediatric specialists in the region and a bright, positive environment uniquely designed for kids and families. The four-story, 180,000-square-foot facility employs more than 650 physicians. Joe DiMaggio Children s Hospital installed Viega ProPress in sizes ½" to 4" in nearly every available application, ranging from chilled water to softened water. Viega ProPress is available in the widest variety of configurations in the industry, which provides installers with nearly every type of fitting they need for a complete system. 7

8 Safe on the job and afterward Viega installations in medical facilities The Max Plank Florida Institute Jupiter, Florida 8

9 The Max Planck Florida Institute, located in Jupiter, FL, is the first institute the German-based Max Planck Society has established in the United States. This high-end medical research facility focuses on brain function and neural circuits. Research at the Max Planck Florida Institute incorporates the most advanced technologies available. The Max Planck Florida Institute installed Viega ProPress in 19 separate systems for their research lab, including the air conditioner condensate lines, lab air ventilation, gas ventilation, vacuum lines, temperate water returns and hot water recirculation among others. The Max Planck facility itself is 100,000 square feet with approximately 115,000 feet of installed pipe, 30,000 feet of which is connected with Viega ProPress. Since Viega ProPress can make secure connections without joining materials like flux and solder, the flushing process is fast, reaching the chlorination point immediately. The Gates Vascular Institute in Buffalo, NY, features four floors that are dedicated to the surgical and interventional management of cardiac, vascular and neurological conditions. It also houses a 16-bed intensive care unit and 62-bed short-stay suite. The Gates Vascular Institute selected Viega MegaPress for the heating and chilled water systems. The Viega MegaPress system for black iron pipe is the first carbon steel press pipe fitting for both water and gas applications. Available in sizes ½" to 2", Viega MegaPress can be installed with Schedule 5 to Schedule 40 black iron pipe. Viega MegaPress also offers the patented Viega Smart Connect feature, which helps installers easily identify unpressed connections. Parkland Memorial Hospital, located in Dallas, TX, is the main hospital of the Dallas County Hospital District and serves as Dallas County s public hospital. Their new facility is 2.5 million square feet, representing a 38% increase in bed space compared to their current facility. Parkland Memorial Hospital installed Viega ProPress ½" to 4" for domestic hot and cold water, chilled water and hot water heating systems. Viega ProPress makes secure, reliable connections in less than seven seconds and is the only press system available in multiple pipe joining materials. Viega press systems also offer the best warranties in the industry. 9

10 Quality systems guaranteed Viega installations in medical facilities University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center Beachwood, Ohio 10

11 University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center in Beachwood, OH, is the most technologically advanced hospital in Ohio. University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center is 370,000 square feet and provides the highest quality patient and family-centered care available in the area. The eco-friendly University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center plans to expand to offer 600 beds throughout three phases. University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center installed Viega ProPress and ViegaPEX Barrier tubing for snow melting systems at their facility. Viega ProPress for copper in sizes ½" to 1" was installed for domestic water applications and provided significant time savings throughout the project. Viega snow melting systems were installed in the hospital sidewalks, walkways and the helipad. Southern New Hampshire Medical Center in Nashua, NH, was founded in 1893 as an eight-bed hospital and has grown to a 188-bed acute care facility that retains the personal touch of a community hospital while offering the resources of regional medical center. Southern New Hampshire Medical Center installed Viega ProPress for chilled water, steam, hydronic and potable water systems. With three different sealing elements, Viega ProPress can be customized to suit nearly any application, ranging from potable water to natural gas. The Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation at the University of South Florida Health Center in Tampa, FL, is a stateof-the-art health care facility. The building is 90,000 square feet and is dedicated to making lives better by improving patient safety and health care quality through simulated environments. The University of South Florida Health Center installed Viega ProPress in sizes ½" to 3" for domestic hot and cold water, as well as hot water return applications, throughout the facility. Viega ProPress can help save up to 60% on installation time and offers the patented Viega Smart Connect feature, which identifies unpressed connections immediately during pressure testing. 11

12 Viega One source, multiple solutions Viega provides solutions, complete systems that work together with consistent, reliable excellence. Whether you are installing a potable water system or specifying a corrosive chemical line, Viega offers a system solution that is not only trustworthy but also easy to install. Viega is the only manufacturer to provide press systems in multiple materials, the only manufacturer to offer a guaranteed method to identify an unpressed connection and the only manufacturer with 115 years of unparalleled quality and service behind us. In every circumstance, for nearly every application, Viega has the innovative solution you need to do your job right the first time. With proven quality, time-tested efficiency and personalized service, Viega is your solution. Viega is the only manufacturer with press systems in multiple pipe joining materials. Viega ProPress for copper and stainless and Viega MegaPress for black iron help reduce installation time up to 60% and are approved for use in the largest range of applications. Viega press systems offer the patented Viega Smart Connect feature, the only guaranteed pressed fitting detection method on the market, so you can trust that connections are secure. Viega offers the most complete potable water plumbing systems in North America. With the first press fittings for PEX, the innovative Viega ManaBloc homerun plumbing system and PEX tubing with the highest chlorine and UV protection ratings in the industry, Viega provides premium options for your next plumbing project. Made in the USA and designed to save energy, Viega PEX solutions reduce the potential for leaks and increase confidence and peace of mind. Viega heating and cooling systems are highly engineered to be user friendly. From start to finish, Viega ProRadiant systems offer the highest-quality, most complete radiant heating solutions in the industry. With PEX tubing, manifolds, controls and innovative systems like the Viega Climate Mat, Viega provides everything you need to specify or install radiant heating, cooling or snow melting projects. And with personalized design service and on-site field support, you can get the assistance you need to stay on schedule. The term Viega does not apply to a specific company within the various separate and distinct companies comprising the Viega group of companies. The term Viega as used in this publication refers to the Viega brand itself or generally to the Viega group of companies. References to activities in North America specifically refer to activities of Viega LLC. Viega LLC 301 N. Main, 9th Floor Wichita, KS Phone: insidesales@viega.us 2014, MegaPress, ProPress and Viega are registered trademarks of Viega GmbH & Co. KG. Climate Mat, ManaBloc, and Smart Connect are registered trademarks of Viega LLC. Zero Lead is a trademark of Viega LLC; ViegaPEX is a trademark of Viega GmbH & Co. KG _CORP_VERT_HOSPITALS_BR_USA_0514