To run a Radiant Heat system efficiently, there are several other products needed to properly install and operate the Radiant Heat system. Radiant Floor Heating represents the fastest growing segment of the hydronic heating industry. Some of the main products required to run a radiant heat system effectively include Installation accessories. The installation accessories are needed to install PEX Tubing for Radiant Heat systems. These accessories include:
- Bend supports; needed for making turns with PEX Tubing, and for attaching PEX Tubing to different surfaces.
- Wirsbo joist heating hangers; provide support for the structure for PEX Tubing in joist heating applications. Zip ties or fixing wire can be used to attach PEX to the hangers.
- Wirsbo PEX Rails; secures PEX Tubing to concrete floors and wood sub floors. These PEX rails are not designed for joist heating applications.
- Tube Talons; connect PEX Tubing to wood surfaces. They can be used for PEX Plumbing and Radiant Heat Applications. Wirsbo tube talons are one of the most popular products for radiant heat systems
- PEX Clips; attach PEX Tubing to under the wood sub-floor for joist heating applications. Drywall screws can be used to attach the PEX Clips.
- Steel Plate Protector; protects tubing from possible damage by drywall, trim screws or nails, etc.
