Battery Operated Tool joins Pressfit pipe.
Press Release Summary:
Providing method to join schedule 5, stainless steel Pressfit pipe, Model PFT509 features head that swivels and auto piston retract. Package includes pressing tool, 4 jaws, 1 charger, 2 batteries, and installation gauge marking set. Suited for utility and air services, Pressfit® System is flame-free and meets ASME requirements and ratings for ANSI class 150 systems up to maximum of 300 psi.
Original Press Release:
Victaulic Introduces Battery Operated Tool for Pressfit Product Line
EASTON, PA (May 31, 2007) - Today, Victaulic Company(TM), the original innovator of grooved pipe joining systems, introduced a battery operated tool for the Pressfit product line. Providing a fast method to join schedule 5 stainless steel Pressfit pipe, the lighter weight PFT509, Pressfit Battery Operated Tool, features a head that swivels and auto piston retract. Due to the battery-powered design, it also offers the added benefit of operability in locations without a power source.
The tool package includes the actual pressing tool, all four jaws, one charger, two batteries and an installation gauge marking set. Additional jaws, chargers, and batteries may be purchased.
The Vitaulic Pressfit® System is a revolutionary small diameter, stainless steel piping system that installs in seconds and results in a permanent, uniform mechanical engagement of fitting or valve onto pipe. The Pressfit product line helps to control costs and schedule, is flame free and meets ASME requirements and ratings for ANSI class 150 systems up to a maximum of 300 psi. Additionally, there's no need for removal of pipe material, making it ideal for utility and air services.
About Victaulic
Celebrating more than 80 years of mechanical joining, Victaulic is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining systems. Headquartered in Easton, Pa., Victaulic has manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide and employs approximately 3,000 people. The company, in partnership with its subsidiaries, develops products for a full range of industrial, commercial and institutional piping systems. Visit Victaulic online at www.victaulic.com for more information.
