Product Review - AVG (Australian Valve Group) Hot Water System Control Valves

The AVG (Australian Valve Group) hot water system control valves have become the rockstar choice at JR Gas and Water for reasons that would make even the most dedicated plumber crack a smile. These valve virtuosos have a reputation for outstanding aftersales support, innovation, and taking plumbers' feedback so seriously, they might as well be whispering sweet nothings into their ears. Let's dive headfirst into a hilariously critical review of the company's chart-topping hits: the RCV and 501f Quickie Kits, PTR, and ECV valves.

AVG has been strutting their stuff in the world of heating control valves since 1995, and boy, have they made a splash. With a nation-wide fan club (distribution network) across Australia, AVG has experienced growth so strong it would make Popeye blush. Their headlining products include the Quickie Kit, TRI-SET Pressure Limiting Valves, and MAXI stop. Today, AVG is part of the Watts family of brands and continues to offer high-quality performances to adoring customers everywhere.

AVG is like a mind reader for the modern plumbing industry. They're constantly figuring out what the plumbers on the ground need to make their jobs so quick and easy they'll feel like they're on a tropical vacation. AVG has a dedicated product development team, a kind of plumbing Avengers, working tirelessly to create new and innovative products that satisfy plumbers' needs and meet those pesky Australian Standards.

Quickie water heater installation kits are like the Swiss Army knife of AVG's product lineup. These bad boys have everything a plumber needs in one box, so there's no need to rummage through the van looking for that elusive missing part. Quickie kits are the jack-of-all-trades for hot water systems, covering gas storage, electric storage, solar hot water systems, and heat pumps, available in 15mm and 20mm connection sizes.

Now, every superhero has their fair share of hiccups, and AVG is no exception. They had some non-return issues with their RCV kits that resulted in warranty callbacks and repairs. But like any true hero, they swooped in, fixed the problem, and saved the day, showing that even the best of the best can slip on a banana peel from time to time.

The 501f Quickie continuous flow kit is another AVG game-changer. This loose nut base kit lets plumbers choose their own fittings to attach, like a "choose your own adventure" for pipe pros. The kit includes fittings that are full flow and made of DZR brass, with a temperature range chillier than an Antarctic vacation and a maximum operating pressure that rivals a powerlifter's bench press.

The expansion control valve (ECV) is the unsung hero of the AVG lineup. This valve relieves the pressure increase caused by water expansion during the normal heating cycle, conserving energy and extending the life of the pressure temperature relief valve (PTR). Some local governments even require an ECV in the cold water line. PTR and ECV valves are like the bouncers of the plumbing world, ensuring safety and needing to be replaced every four years.

AVG's commitment to quality is like a solid gold toilet seat. Their ECV valves are designed and manufactured to meet Australian Standards and are suitable for horizontal or vertical installation. Each valve is individually tested and calibrated, so you know you're getting the real deal. AVG's manufacturing process is carried out under Quality Assurance ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 (UK).

AVG's hot water system control valves have stolen the hearts of JR Gas and Water, thanks to their dedication to aftersales support, innovation, and sweet, sweet plumber feedback. AVG's industry-leading RCV and 501f Quickie Kits, along with PTR and ECV valves, provide versatile and efficient solutions for various hot water systems, making plumbers swoon with delight. The company's relentless pursuit of meeting those tough-as-nails Australian Standards, coupled with their superhero-like approach to addressing product issues and ensuring customer satisfaction, cements AVG's position as the headlining act in the world of hot water system control valves. So, let's raise a wrench to AVG, the rockstars of the plumbing world!