TPi November 2018

Valves & fittings

Push-in fittings improve system safety with optimised sealing

bars. Depending on the media and connection sizes, pressures of up to 100 bars are also possible with liquids. Many push-in fittings in the market are designed for high pressures, but that does not automatically make them suitable for vacuum applications. The release sleeves of push-in fittings with an inner collet enable quick assembly and disassembly of the tube. The second seal in the connections not only enables use under higher pressures, but also offers additional safety to prevent dirt from penetrating the system. Eisele Pneumatics is a multinational company with headquarters in Waiblingen, Germany. Its portfolio, manufactured almost 100 per cent in Germany, comprises all important standard connection components such as push-in fittings, quick-release couplings and tube fittings, as well as an extensive line of multiple connectors. Worldwidedistributorsandthesubsidiary Eisele Connectors in Michigan, USA, ensure the global availability of Eisele products. Eisele Pneumatics GmbH & Co KG – Germany

In addition to the high tightness in pressure and vacuum applications, Inoxline push-in fittings made of 1.4301/1.3207 stainless steel offer an easy-to-clean design and resistance to corrosion. This selection of material also ensures that the transported operating media cannot be contaminated by material components or particles. The special sealing technology of the 17A series, with two FKM (Viton) seals in the collet, can withstand both internal gas pressures of up to 24 bars and a vacuum pressure as low as -0.95

Eisele has further developed its Inoxline stainless steel push-in fittings by optimising the sealing system to eliminate gaps or grooves in the tube. In the new design, the O-ring is installed in front of the collet. This improves the tightness of the connection and eliminates gaps in the tube at the sealing point. In combination with FDA- compliant Viton seals, the 17B series is recommended for diverse applications in processing and packaging technology, as well as food and pharmaceutical production. With the development of the 17B series, Eisele has improved the sealing system of the Inoxline push-in fitting

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New appointments complete UK team Conex Bänninger has completed the expansion of its UK sales team with the appointments of two new technical sales managers, Tom Dickson (Scotland and Northern Ireland) and Micky Simpson (London and the South East). Both have extensive experience in the heating and plumbing sector. consultants and contractors in both Scotland and Northern Ireland.” Mr Simpson has nearly 20 years’ experi- ence, and has held sales positions from merchant manager to sales manager. “Having worked extensively within the pipe and fittings market I fully under- stand the customers’ needs, both in the M&E and domestic sectors,” he said.

Dan Wild, business unit director, UK and Ireland, commented, “Tom and Micky are two excellent new recruits to the team. Their market knowledge and customer experience will be invaluable as we continue to promote the benefits of our innovative flame-free >B< Press range. As well as having the advantage of a >B< profile three-point press, providing a safe, secure and repeatable joint, being flame-free there is no need for a hot works permit, which is a major plus over traditional brazing.” Conex Bänninger – UK www.conexbanninger.com

Mr Dickson, who has worked in the industry for 15 years, most recently for two UK boiler manufacturers, said, “Conex Bänninger is a well-respected global plumbing fittings brand and I look forward to working closely with the merchants, local authorities,

Prior to joining Conex Bänninger, Mr Simpson worked with many of the major contractors in London, selling heat interface units into the new-build market.

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