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Typical applications for the FORZA Stainless V Press system include fluids, gases, electrical conduits, and chemical, industrial and solar installations.
Aqualine Products have recently introduced the FORZA Stainless V Press system in New Zealand. Here, they outline its features and applications.
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qualine and FORZA Global teamed up in late 2018 with the introduction of the FORZA Pex Pipe systems and have recently expanded the range. The FORZA Stainless V Press system is available in sizes DN15 through to DN168, with extensive applications due to a range of O-rings capable of use within heavy industry, chemical, high temperature, water or gas, in either 304L or 316L grade depending on system parameters. There are several key features and benefits: Quick and easy to install. No hot works permits required Extensive range WaterMark Approval AS 3688:2016, AS/ NZS 4020:2018 and AS 5200.053-2008 Long service life. FORZA Stainless tube has a WaterMark licence/certificate and is compliant to AS
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5200.053-2008 Plumbing and drainage products – Stainless steel pipes and tubes for pressure applications and AS/NZS 4020:2018 Testing of products for use in contact with drinking water. Low carbon with a minimum molybdenum content provides improved corrosion resistance. FORZA Stainless tubes are bright annealed, and solution heat-treated, resulting in a hygienic and durable product. All FORZA fittings are optimally designed to ensure the most effective and consistent joint formation, achieving or exceeding
the hydraulic and structural requirements of standards. FORZA Stainless fittings up to and including 54mm have a leading lip, whereas the 76.1mm, 108mm and the 168mm oppress fittings do not. FORZA Stainless Press fittings are available in three separate O-ring types, each designed for varying applications: EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) black O-rings, FKM-R (fluorocarbon) red O-rings and HNBR (hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber) yellow O rings. To ensure the correct use of Forza Stainless Press tube and fittings, please confirm with FORZA Global that the tube and proposed O-ring seal materials are suitable for the application. Just some of the typical applications are listed below: Fluids (cold and hot water systems, fire and sprinkler systems, fuel, and oil) Gases (including natural gas, inert gas, fuel gas, technical gases, compressed air) Chemical installations Industrial installations (such as pump lines, brine lines, vacuum piping, oils, industrial mixtures) Solar installations Electrical conduits.
About the author: Aqualine offer an extensive range of piping solutions under one brand in New Zealand. Aqualine have an experienced team and a significant level of knowledge and support from the FORZA Global team, and will work with you to achieve the best outcomes for you and your client. The Aqualine team will soon be embarking on a Product Showcase roadshow where FORZA Stainless V Press will be one of the products featured. For more information on FORZA Stainless V Press system, as well other piping solutions, please contact Aqualine at sales@aqualine.co.nz or 0800 889 914.
