Push fit pipework for easy installation
May 1st 2005

The John Guest Push Fit compressed air system provides installers of pipework with an easy and efficient solution that meets the need for increased energy efficiency.

The system consists of fittings made in a durable engineeringgrade plastic and pipe supplied in either aluminium or rigid nylon. As the pipe comes pre colour-coded, there is no need to paint.

Connection is simply a matter of cutting the pipe to the required length, inserting it into the connection and giving it a push.

Stainless steel teeth, on the collet inside the fitting, grip the pipe while an O-ring provides the 100% leakproof seal.

It is also easy to disconnect.

By pressing the collet down, the grip of the teeth on the pipe is released, allowing the pipe to be removed. The fitting can then be used again without the need for replacement parts.

Fittings and pipe are lightweight, making installing overhead or in tight, awkward locations simple. A system can be up and running in hours rather than days, saving money and reducing disruption.

Efficiency of the compressed air system is also said to be improved.

The smooth inner bore of fittings and pipe provide little resistance to air travelling through the pipework.

Included in the range is the Water Trap Tee, an alternative to installing ‘swan necks’. The fitting allows air to flow, with minimum headloss, from the main to take-off point without allowing water to follow. Moisture is retained in the line to be drawn off at some suitable location.

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