FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 2011
MOEN’S COMMERCIAL DIVISION INTRODUCES M•POWER™
SENSOR-OPERATED FLUSH VALVES
New Line Offers the Ultimate Combination of Water Savings
and Sanitary Protection for Commercial Environments
North Olmsted, Ohio… Moen Incorporated’s Commercial Division introduces
M•Power™, a full line of sensor-operated flush valves featuring superior
durability, water savings and the ultimate in sanitary protection for
commercial restrooms. The M•Power line offers a number of options,
including standard flow, High Efficiency, Dual flush and Pint flush models.
All M•Power flush valves require little or no maintenance, offering lower
lifetime costs for a facility. As an added benefit, installing Moen’s M•Power
flush valves contributes to a building’s eligibility to obtain LEED®
(Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, earning the
building up to two points in the Water Use Reduction category.
“M•Power flush valves offer the best solution for the conservation of water
and energy, as well as providing a solid return on investment,” said Mark
Knurek, director of marketing and product development, Moen Commercial.
“M•Power flush valves provide a safe and reliable replacement option for
manual flush valves, which can be a health concern when it comes to the
spread of germs and bacteria in public restrooms.”
There are three types of water-saving flush valves in the M•Power line:
High Efficiency Flush Valves
M•Power High Efficiency flush valves increase water savings for commercial
properties with significantly reduced flow rates. High Efficiency water closet
flush valves feature a flow rate of 1.28 gallons per flush (4.8 litres per flush)
when combined with coordinating fixtures, a 20 percent savings from the
industry standard of 1.6 gpf (6.1 litres). High Efficiency urinal flush valves
feature a flow rate of 0.5 gpf (1.9 litres), a 50 percent savings from the
industry standard of 1.0 gpf (3.8 litres). These flush valves also promote
energy savings with the help of an infrared sensor beam that activates a flush
cycle only when a user is in range, ensuring optimal performance, efficient
operation and cost savings.
Pint Flush Valves
For the highest possible water savings without utilizing waterless urinals,
Pint flush valves offer up to an 88 percent water savings from the industry
standard 1.0 gallons per flush (3.8 litres) urinal flush valve. Moen
Commercial’s Pint flush valves offer the lowest operation and maintenance
costs when compared to both waterless and standard 1.0 gpf (3.8 litres)
models. The Pint flush valve’s infrared sensor beam activates a flush cycle
when the user is in range, for unparalleled water efficiency and sanitary
protection without the odor, additional maintenance and costs associated
with waterless urinals.
Dual Flush Valves
New Dual flush valves work automatically, using advanced electronics to
ensure that the right amount of water is utilized for every flush;
dramatically reducing water consumption and limiting overall building and
operating expenses. Dual flush valves rely on the timing of the individual in
the stall to determine the strength of the flush in commercial water closet
applications, automatically reducing water usage by up to 37 percent without
sacrificing performance. The sensor-operated valves allow the user to be in
range for up to 60 seconds for a reduced 1.0 gallon flush (3.8 litres). After 60
seconds, a full 1.6 gallons flush (6.1 litres) is activated, possibly saving a
facility thousands of gallons of water each year. These flush valves are
available in a variety of power options, including standard AA batteries or
low-powered AC adapters.
All M•Power flush valves feature:
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Solid brass, chrome-plated construction to withstand constant use
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Advanced electronics to limit false sensing and over-flushing
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Piston technology to prevent water hammer, requiring little or no
maintenance and outlasting diaphragm valves
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Slow-closing solenoid to prevent water hammer and hard close
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Self-cleaning filter system to eliminate clogs and run-ons
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Self-lubricating silicone seals to prevent leaks
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Wide range of operating pressures, from 10 to 120 PSI
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Mechanical manual override button, which requires no power to
activate, ensuring the system is always operational
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24-hour sentinel flush to keep the toilet clean and traps odor-free
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All battery powered units can adjust to left or right installation, saving
time, inventory and money
Moen’s M•Power flush valves are built to withstand the harshest commercial
and industrial environments and are equipped with vandal-resistant stop
valves and a shatter-proof polycarbonate lens cover to protect the sensor eye.
All Moen flush valves meet ADA compliance requirements.
For more information about M•Power flush valves from Moen, visit
moencommercial.com or moen.ca.
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About Moen Commercial
Moen Commercial products are durable, safe and accessible, designed to
withstand the wear and tear of heavy daily usage found in most commercial
buildings. Products built for the real world -- faucets, flush valves and
showerheads -- are ADA-compliant, virtually maintenance-free and offer
many convenient features created with the user in mind.
About Moen
As the #1 faucet brand in North America, Moen offers a diverse selection of
thoughtfully designed kitchen and bath faucets, showerheads, accessories,
bath safety products and kitchen sinks for residential and commercial
applications – each delivering the best possible combination of meaningful
innovation, useful features and lasting value.
Moen has worked diligently to support, promote and advance sustainability
within the organization and the plumbing industry. The company has been
recognized with the 2011 EPA WaterSense® Excellence Award, as well as the
2010 EPA WaterSense Manufacturer Partner of the Year Award, for its work
to protect the future of our nation’s water supply through the introduction
and ongoing support of water-efficient products, programs and practices,
while keeping consumers’ needs top-of-mind.
Moen is part of Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS), which
creates products and services that help fulfill the dreams of homeowners and
help people feel more secure. The company is a leader in the home and
security industries and features well-known and trusted brands like Moen®
faucets, Master Lock®, MasterBrand Cabinets™, Therma-Tru® entryway systems
and Simonton Windows®. For more information, please visit www.fbhs.com.
Contact:
Alissa Kiktavy or Jordan Testerman
Falls Communications
(905) 842-9920
akiktavy@fallscommunications.com or
jtesterman@fallscommunications.com