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Press-fit fittings are becoming increasingly popular in the car wash industry and other plumbing applications. They replace traditional stainless steel pipe fittings and eliminate the need for th …

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Ever tried to replace a fitting that almost screws in but won't seal? You've probably run into a thread compatibility issue. Not all threads are the same, and using …

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If you're familiar with Specialty Sales, you probably know we stock Spears Schedule 40 PVC and Spears Schedule 80 PVC pipe and fittings for industrial applications. But did you know Spears also makes …

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It's one of the most common questions we get: "What's the difference between hose and tubing?" If you've ever called looking for tubing when you actually needed …

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If you work with industrial equipment or water treatment systems, you've probably heard of deionized water. But what exactly is it, and why do the tank heads matter?  …

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If you've been in the water treatment industry for any length of time, you've probably dealt with portable exchange systems. Before modern water softeners became standard in homes, portable exchange w …

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