Overview of Mission Rubber Products
CHAPTER SUMMARY
Chapter 1: Introduction to Mission Rubber Company and ATS SpecTool
Key Takeaways:
- Mission Rubber Company, established in 1958, is a leading supplier of high-performance, code-approved products for the construction industry, specializing in drain, waste, and vent applications.
- ATS SpecTool is a free product selection and configuration tool for engineers, architects, and contractors, offering data from various manufacturers and allowing for easy spec download in multiple formats.
- The webinar is recorded and will be available on atsspec.com for later viewing.
Chapter 2: Mission Rubber Product LinesÂ
Key Takeaways:
- Mission Rubber offers a one-stop shop for various couplings, including specialty, standard no-hub, and heavyweight couplings, all made in the USA with American-sourced materials.
- The band seal/specialty coupling connects dissimilar pipe materials (cast iron, copper, plastic, etc.) for above-ground, gravity-flow applications.
- Standard no-hub couplings are for cast iron to cast iron connections, suitable for above and underground installations in lower-pressure applications.
Chapter 3: Heavyweight Couplings and Applications
Key Takeaways:
- Heavyweight couplings are designed to withstand increased hydrostatic pressures and are recommended for high-rise buildings, corrosive environments, and seismic activity.
- Key differences between standard no-hub and heavyweight couplings include higher torque requirements (80 in-lbs vs 60 in-lbs), higher-grade stainless steel (304 vs 301), wider shields, and more sealing rings for enhanced leak prevention.
- Heavyweight couplings are ideal for high-profile projects like stadiums and hospitals where failures are unacceptable.
Chapter 4: ATS SpecTool Demonstration
Key Takeaways:
- ATS SpecTool streamlines product selection and specification with features like templates, a learning hub, and webinar recordings.
- The tool offers various download formats (submittal sheets, spec sheets, schedules, long/short specs, CSI 3-part specs, Revit files) for efficient project management.
- The Master’s quick access drawer allows for efficient drag-and-drop of pre-selected components from saved Masters or templates into new projects, significantly boosting workflow efficiency.
