[KNOXFIELD, 27/03/2019] — For over 25 years, Air Energy has been supplying clients with a comprehensive range of compressed air equipment and industrial pipework. The company’s industry expertise has helped it to develop a press fit system, Europress, which allows its team to install stainless steel pipework without the use of naked flames, gas bottles and hoses.

What is Air Energy’s Europress Fitting System?

The Europress Stainless Steel Fitting System is Air Energy’s innovative technique of installing 316L stainless steel pipework using press fitting. Unlike traditional TIG welding, the method Europress utilises does not involve welding, threading, or brazing. This removes the need for hot work permits and materials required for operations that involve naked flames. The two-step process involves the use of radial compression and geometric compression. The former creates an airtight seal around the toroidal chamber. The latter, when accomplished, forms a mechanical joint that is strong and resistant to movement.

This fitting system includes Press Check Sleeves which are thin coloured plastic films that come in three colours: blue for 316 stainless steel, yellow for gas and red for carbon steel. These sleeves serve to indicate which joints have been pressed as they peel off after. More importantly, the sleeves help ensure that no leaks occur when the joints have yet to be pressed. This prevents waste and unnecessary cleanups.

The Benefits of the Europress Fitting System

The Europress fitting system is modular with replacements and alterations easily accessible to clients. The avoidance of naked flames lessens the time needed for installation while decreasing the risks of inconsistencies and accidents that result from conventional welding. The Europress Fitting System is relatively easier to assemble especially with the clear step by step instructions that are part of the technical manual. It is a cost-effective solution that does not sacrifice quality and effectiveness in its simplicity in design and operation.

About Air Energy

Air Energy is a family-owned company that provides Australian clients with innovative industrial pipe systems and compressed air equipment. The company works closely with clients in order to give them customised best practice solutions that ensure that their projects will be accomplished successfully in a timely manner.

Learn more about Air Energy and its Europress Fitting System by visiting https://www.airenergy.com.au/industrial-pipes/stainless-steel-europress/.