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Push-fi t solutions that save time and simplify installations


With push-fit technology being more widely adopted by installers, Sam White from RWC – the company behind the JG Speedfit brand of plumbing solutions – highlights some of the products that don’t require specialist tools and thereby save time on installation.


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very time we turn on a tap, press start on a plumbed-in appliance, or turn on the shower, it is easy to


overlook the technology behind it. But it is this technology that ensures we have access to water whenever we need it, dependably delivering time after time. To deliver this reliability,


installers need to think about solutions that enhance system performance and remove the complexity from future maintenance. But that’s not all. Plumbers’ lives are getting busier, and installations more fi ddly as homes get smaller and trends for streamlined aesthetics are seeing plumbing increasingly hidden. More often than not, this


means plumbers are working in tight, hard-to-reach places. To deliver consistently high levels of quality, quickly and without substantial disruption to customers, innovative solutions are required.


Dependable performance Whether a seasoned pro or just getting started in the plumbing industry, every installer will be familiar with the benefi ts of push-fi t technology. Some value it as a way of cutting installation time and simplifying jobs, others for delivering greater peace of mind because there’s no doubt that push-fi t technology is delivering consistently high standards. Making it easy to achieve long-


lasting, leak-proof connections, push-fi t technology gives installers and their customers greater peace of mind every time. Entirely tool-free, the push-fi t technology allows installers to simply insert plastic or copper pipe into the fi ttings, with the solutions taking care of the rest to keep everything fi rmly in place. As the pioneer of plastic push-


fi t technology, JG Speedfi t has engineered an extensive range of plumbing solutions that professionals can depend on. As well as removing the need for tools, installers can save up to 40% of their time on every job compared to traditional techniques, while delivering safe and secure connections every time. When it comes to connecting


fi xtures and appliances, like taps and baths through to washing


machines and dish washers, push-fi t tap connectors and valves come into their own. While valves are responsible


for controlling the fl ow of water within a system, ensuring every appliance can depend on the supply it requires, the role of connections cannot be understated. Whether it’s the connection of plastic and copper pipes, or hooking up fi xtures and appliances, creating secure


connections underpins system performance and effi ciency.


Minimal disruption Whether installing new appliances or carrying out maintenance on plumbing systems, plumbers will need to isolate the fl ow of water to specifi c parts of the system. This allows for a specifi c part of the system to be worked on independently, minimising


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disruption elsewhere in the property. Being able to carry out this


work quickly and with minimal disruption to customers is crucial for many installers – and that’s one area where push-fi t technology leads the way.


Three and easy When it comes to carrying out these jobs, here are three products that every installer can rely on:


Sam White Technical sales engineer at RWC


1) Speedfi t x Union Nut with Service Valve and Metal Connectors Building on the standard role of service valves, this one-piece valve and tap connector is the ideal solution for establishing connections to fi xtures and appliances. Alongside ensuring isolation at the point of install when future maintenance is required, the combination of a tap connector and fl exible hose connector in a single- piece construction reduces the potential for leaks. As well as being fl exible in


design, these solutions unlock fl exibility for installers on the job. Compatibility with plastic and copper pipe simplifi es usage, while various connection sizes and hose lengths maximise suitability to a wide range of applications – making them a reliable solution.


Plumbers’ lives are getting busier, and installations more fiddly as homes get smaller and trends for streamlined aesthetics are seeing plumbing increasingly hidden


2) Appliance Taps and Tees When working in those tight and hard-to-reach places, like under kitchen sinks, solutions like push-fi t Appliance Taps and Tees can further reduce complexity. If replacing an existing valve that connects via a branch, the standard straight through Appliance Tap provides the ideal solution. However, when teeing from an existing cold supply, the Appliance Tap Tee is the preferred option, with a port that can run out to the appliance without causing disruption to the main cold supply feed to other fi xtures.


3) Tool-free Service Valve Connections are made even more simple with the Tool- free Service Valve, allowing the straightforward isolation of fi xtures and appliances – without the need for tools. The connection to the outlet is designed to be hand-tightened, making it easy to install in tight spaces where it’s not possible to get tools in or use hot works.


Discover the range To make life easier on jobs big and small, it pays for installers to carry push-fi t tap connectors and service valves on the van, alongside pipe inserts to support connections to plastic pipe. With proven technology built in, they’re a dependable solution for reducing complexity and delivering on quality. ◼ phamnews.co.uk/725/55


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