Bypass pipes, accompanied by a three-way control valve, are often seen in hydronic systems at both served loads (e.g., reheat coils) as well as at primary equipment (e.g., cooling towers). Reasons for ...

Why valves matter: They regulate temperature, pressure, and water direction, preventing scalds and boosting comfort while staying hidden behind your bathroom wall. Types to know: Pressure-balancing ...

In August’s column, I discussed three-way control valves, their associated bypass pipes, and the importance of a balancing valve being located within the bypass pipe. Such balancing valves are needed ...