How Viega Kept a Milwaukee Luxury High-Rise Build on Schedule
Discover how Viega helped TOTAL Mechanical:
- Keep Milwaukee’s 31-story 333 Water project on schedule
- Install domestic water, gas and HVAC systems efficiently
- Streamline work with PureFlow®, ProPress® and MegaPress®
- Use one press tool across three piping systems
- Improve speed without compromising quality or reliability
- Bid and build confidently with engineering, training and field support
Luxury multifamily buildings demand more than premium finishes. Behind every upscale apartment, amenity space and retail storefront is a network of high-rise plumbing systems that must perform reliably for decades. Building these complex systems in an active jobsite can be complicated, expensive and time-consuming, putting construction schedules at risk.
That was the challenge at 333 Water, a landmark mixed-use development in Milwaukee's historic Third Ward, which required mechanical systems to be installed efficiently without compromising quality. TOTAL Mechanical, an HVAC, electrical and plumbing contractor serving Southeastern Wisconsin, turned to Viega PureFlow®, ProPress® and MegaPress® to build dependable systems from ground floor to the top of the tower.
Multifamily Plumbing Solutions for a High-Rise
Located between the Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan, 333 Water is one of Milwaukee's premier luxury apartment construction projects. The 31-story mixed-use development includes 333 luxury residences, retail space, premium amenities and a seven-story parking garage, requiring an extensive network of systems to support domestic water, gas and HVAC applications.
With so many future residents eagerly awaiting move-in day, the schedule was tight. With new floors being completed each week and multiple teams working on-site simultaneously, there was no room for delays. TOTAL Mechanical needed a solution that could keep pace.
To meet the demanding timeline, they installed Viega systems across copper, carbon steel and PEX piping applications throughout the building, which helped the team maintain momentum throughout construction while delivering the reliability and performance required for one of Milwaukee's most prominent new residential towers.
How Engineering Services Supported the Bid
Before construction began, Viega's Engineering Services team worked with TOTAL Mechanical to specify products and estimate material quantities during bidding. That collaboration helped to secure the project while ensuring the right products were identified from the start.
The partnership continued throughout construction. TOTAL Mechanical sent multiple crews through Viega training and received ongoing field support, giving installers the confidence to maximize the performance of Viega's commercial mechanical systems from day one.
One Tool, Three Systems: PureFlow, ProPress and MegaPress
Keeping a high-rise project on schedule requires products that eliminate unnecessary steps. At 333 Water, TOTAL Mechanical specified PureFlow, ProPress fittings and MegaPress fittings for domestic water, gas and chilled water applications.
Because every system could be installed with the same press tool, crews spent less time switching equipment and more time installing pipe. That streamlined workflow increased installation speed and supported the project's demanding construction schedule.
"The Viega PureFlow system goes in a lot faster, especially with time-sensitive projects like this. Unlike every other style we've worked with, you're not dealing with the elements. It's just cut, press and go."
Adam Fiedler (Plumbing Superintendent, TOTAL Mechanical)
Quality That Keeps Projects Moving
Installation speed is only valuable when it's backed by long-term performance. For TOTAL Mechanical, Viega delivered both. After more than two decades with the company, Adam Fiedler said that quality remains one of the organization's highest priorities. On complex towers with compressed timelines, dependable products help crews stay on schedule while delivering results they can trust.
The success of 333 Water shows how press technology can help contractors keep a high-rise construction schedule on track without compromising high-quality results and performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What high-rise mechanical systems are ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow approved for?
MegaPress is approved for carbon and stainless steel piping in chilled water, hydronic heating, low-pressure steam, natural gas and fire sprinkler systems. ProPress is approved for copper and stainless steel applications, including domestic water, chilled and hot water distribution and certain fire protection systems. PureFlow is approved for domestic water distribution and radiant heating and cooling applications.
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Can ProPress and MegaPress be installed with the same tool?
Yes. ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow can be installed using the same press tool, reducing equipment changes and improving installation efficiency.
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Does Viega offer engineering support for large commercial projects?
Yes. Viega Engineering Services provides specification assistance, estimating support and technical expertise to help contractors bid and execute large commercial mechanical systems projects with confidence.
Luxury developments demand mechanical systems that are installed efficiently, perform reliably and stand the test of time. With Engineering Services, hands-on training and products that deliver consistent results, Viega helps contractors simplify installation, improve productivity and deliver high-performing multifamily high-rise plumbing systems on schedule.
