Are Stainless Steel Fittings the Superior Press Solution?

The popularity of TrustPRESS® press fittings is growing, bringing new products to market and giving plumbers more choice than ever before. Unlike more traditional jointing systems, there is no need for welding or soldering press fittings. They can be assembled in situ, offering a safe, fast and cost-effective solution.

The popularity of TrustPRESS® press fittings is growing, bringing new products to market and giving plumbers more choice than ever before. Unlike more traditional jointing systems, there is no need for welding or soldering press fittings. They can be assembled in situ, offering a safe, fast and cost-effective solution.

Generally, a press-fit is the fastening of two parts—in this case, inserting a pipe into a fitting by normal force, with the interference holding both parts in place. Each press fitting is equipped with an o-ring inserted into the bead. This is then pressed together in an exact, easy, repeatable, and reliable process with a hydraulic pressing tool, making the connection tight. Different o-rings are used for drinking water, gas or other high-temperature applications and are also suitable for various industrial purposes.

To be specific, what are the main benefits?

● TrustPRESS® fittings are ISO9001 and CE approved;

● No soldering or adhesive is used when jointing TrustPRESS®;

● Less finishing & cleaning is required due to the clean internal bore of the fitting;

● Pipe and fitting can be wet when jointing;

●Used for new build and large-scale public sector projects as well as domestic installation;

● Savings can be made over more traditional jointing methods;

● No naked flames mean improved safety;

● No carbon deposits, solder runs or flux residue means less risk of corrosion.

Depending on the system involved, tremendous time savings of up to 80 % are possible. In practical terms, this means work can be performed highly efficiently and more projects can be handled in the same period.