Chicago Faucets' new 897 Series faucets deliver in-line check valves to prevent crossflow

By Healthcare Facilities Today


Des Plaines, IL -  Chicago Faucets, the leading manufacturer of commercial faucets, expands its 897 Series of janitorial sink faucets with new models featuring in-line check valves in both the hot and cold supply arms to prevent crossflow, even under extreme conditions. 

Like the other 897 Series faucets, the new models are available in polished chrome (CP) or rough chrome (RCF) finishes. They are compatible with the same interchangeable handles, vacuum breaker components, and cartridges as previous models, and the new supply arm with built-in check valve is available as a replacement part. 

Made of durable brass, the 897 Series faucet models feature an 8" body with adjustable arms spanning 7-5/8" to 8-3/4". The Quaturn compression operating cartridge provides precise water control with 90° turn on and manual shut off.

The Chicago Faucet Company is part of the Geberit Group, a European market leader and global provider of sanitary technology. Since 1901, The Chicago Faucet Company, located in Des Plaines, Illinois, has offered commercial and residential products built to stand the test of time. A combination of the best engineering, finest materials and quality workmanship has made Chicago Faucets the specified choice in many of the finest building projects throughout North America.

As European market leader, the Geberit Group is a global provider in the area of plumbing technology with sales of CHF 2.2 billion and about 6,200 employees in 41 countries worldwide.

For additional information, contact The Chicago Faucet Company at 2100 South Clearwater Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60018, or call 800-566-2100. You can also visit Chicago Faucets at chicagofaucets.com.

 



March 27, 2014


Topic Area: Press Release


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