Broomfield, Colo. — Viega is celebrating a milestone with the tenth anniversary of the introduction of MegaPress. Press technology has been in the U.S. since 1999, and Viega has continued to release new fittings and valves to make Viega press technology an industry standard in commercial, residential and industrial applications. Viega MegaPress systems have hundreds Read more
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Broomfield, Colo. — Viega is celebrating a milestone with the tenth anniversary of the introduction of MegaPress. Press technology has been in the U.S. since 1999, and Viega has continued to release new fittings and valves to make Viega press technology an industry standard in commercial, residential and industrial applications. Viega MegaPress systems have hundreds of configurations, thousands of approvals, and more than 22 million fittings sold. Over the past ten years, Viega MegaPress systems have saved contractors millions of dollars in installation costs.
Viega MegaPress and MegaPressG were the first press systems in the U.S. market engineered explicitly for gas and hydronic applications. Since the launch, MegaPress systems have expanded to include more than 200 configurations from 1⁄2” to 4” and are approved for more applications than any other carbon steel fitting system.
The value of a MegaPress system is in its unique engineering. The Grip Ring uses bi-directional teeth to provide mechanical strength and securely lock the fitting to the pipe. The sealing element provides elastomeric insurance behind the metal-to-metal contact to compensate for small irregularities of the pipe surface; this ring stays outside the flow path. The Viega MegaPress system has a long lifespan and is tested to withstand a broad range of pressures, temperatures and applications. All Viega fittings come equipped with Smart ConnectTM technology that identifies unpressed connections during pressure testing, allowing for easy identification to ensure the fittings are installed right the first time.
“In the past 10 years, labor costs have been rising while labor availability has been dwindling. It’s a perfect storm. Our MegaPress systems solve both of those challenges and help contractors across the country get more done with less. It’s a proven and trusted technology that isn’t just faster, but it’s reliable, mitigates jobsite risk because of the flameless installation, and eliminates the need for fire watch,” said Will Schneider, Product Portfolio Manager of Viega LLC.
Following the initial success of MegaPress, Viega launched MegaPressG with an HNBR sealing element approved for use in gas and fuel oil applications. Initially available 1⁄2” – 2”, MegaPressG also became the first fitting approved for connecting gas pipe up to 4”.
MegaPress FKM was added to the lineup for higher-temperature applications. With more than 180 configurations 1⁄2” to 4”, MegaPress FKM is now a staple in residential and low-pressure steam, compressed air, fire protection and fuel/oil applications.
With the rapid rise of press fitting adoption, Viega engineered a system for connecting large diameter 304 and 316 IPS stainless steel pipe. MegaPress Stainless comes with a choice of EPDM or FKM sealing elements and makes secure connections in less than 16 seconds.
In recent years, MegaPress systems expanded to meet contractor demand for a complementary valve offering. This included Viega MegaPressG Valves which come with HNBR sealing elements and are available in sizes 1⁄2” to 2”. And Viega MegaPress 3-piece ball valves are available 1⁄2” to 4” and work on potable water, hydronic water and a wide range of other system applications.
“I’ve had the opportunity to train thousands of plumbers and contractors on MegaPress systems and it’s been exciting to see the industry truly embrace this revolutionary technology,” said Troy Locke, Manager, Customer Engagement, Viega LLC. “We’re about pushing the industry forward. We’re going to continue to add more sizes, more applications and secure more approvals. In a decade, I believe we’ve only started to scratch the surface of what is possible with these types of pipe fittings and valves.”
Offerings now include new MegaPress®G valves for gas applications Viega LLC, the leader in pressing technology and systems, is now the single solution for press valves. Viega is introducing an entirely new line of MegaPress®G valves in sizes 1⁄2″ to 2″. These valves, like MegaPressG press fittings, are approved for use in gas and fuel Read more
Offerings now include new MegaPress®G valves for gas applications
Viega LLC, the leader in pressing technology and systems, is now the single solution for press valves.
Viega is introducing an entirely new line of MegaPress®G valves in sizes 1⁄2″ to 2″. These valves, like MegaPressG press fittings, are approved for use in gas and fuel oil applications. The valves are suitable for use with ASTM Schedule 5 to Schedule 40 carbon steel pipe.
Viega also is launching larger sizes of its MegaPress 3-piece ball valves, the first press ball valve of its kind in the 21⁄2″ to 4″ range.
In addition, ProPress® valves are now available in sizes 21⁄2″ to 4″ for use with copper and stainless CTS pipes.
The new valves are approved for more commercial, industrial and residential applications than any other system. All Viega valves are equipped with Smart Connect technology, which makes it easier to find unpressed connections.
Regardless of the application or product line, using Viega valves and fittings means no open flames, faster connections and greater labor savings, resulting in safer and more efficient projects that come in on time and on budget.
“The addition of our new valves means customers will no longer have to pair Viega fittings with valves from other manufacturers. Instead, they can install a complete Viega system with the confidence that valves and fittings are designed and engineered for each other and will deliver the highest quality in the industry,” said Luke Paulo, manager of product portfolio development.
To learn more about Viega valves, click here.
Viega LLC will reduce paper waste by 32 tons a year by eliminating printed instructions in favor of QR codes Beginning in October, the printed instructions inside the packages of most ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow products made in the United States will be removed in favor of a QR code printed on the product label. A Read more
Viega LLC will reduce paper waste by 32 tons a year by eliminating printed instructions in favor of QR codes
Beginning in October, the printed instructions inside the packages of most ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow products made in the United States will be removed in favor of a QR code printed on the product label. A scan of the code will send the user to the product instruction page on viega.us. It’s estimated that this will eliminate more than 6 million pieces of paper a year, paper which often wound up littering jobsites.
Having the instructions in digital format means any updates are immediately and automatically reflected, another benefit.
“Viega LLC is committed to reducing its environmental impact in ways big and small,” said Adam Botts, Portfolio Manager for piping systems. “This is an example of a simple measure that, in total, will save an enormous amount of paper without inconveniencing customers. This absolves them of having to recycle or dispose of the instruction sheets properly. We look forward to rolling out additional initiatives, both seen and unseen, that will have positive impacts on our company footprint.”
Earlier this year, Viega Holding GmbH & Co., parent company of Viega LLC, was named one of the 50 Sustainability & Climate Leaders by TBD Media Group.
Bigger, better truck delivers mobile tradeshow experience Viega LLC is bringing its tradeshow experience to customers across the country with a new and bigger demo truck. The new Viega Roadshow truck displays a complete line of Viega products, including the ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow fittings, PureFlow tubing, as well as valves, radiant heating systems and Read more
Bigger, better truck delivers mobile tradeshow experience
Viega LLC is bringing its tradeshow experience to customers across the country with a new and bigger demo truck.
The new Viega Roadshow truck displays a complete line of Viega products, including the ProPress, MegaPress and PureFlow fittings, PureFlow tubing, as well as valves, radiant heating systems and marine fittings. The 30-foot vehicle has two slideouts, a folding stage to safely accommodate more visitors and an island for hands-on demonstration of Viega tools and products.
“Viega put a lot of time and thought into designing this vehicle,” said Jim DeBroeck, the project manager. “As a result, it virtually duplicates the tradeshow experience for customers without them having to travel. Rather, we bring it to them.”
The new black-and-yellow truck replaces a smaller vehicle that was pulled off the road last year when the pandemic began. The customized V8-powered Ford F-650 has been on the road since August. It will continue to travel throughout the continental United States, visiting distributors, tradeshows, construction sites and plumbing associations.
The wall displays have been designed to not only highlight the products, but also educate visitors about how to use the products and how Viega can benefit their businesses.
“The truck delivers the ‘a-ha’ moment for customers. When they see the range of Viega products, pull the trigger on a press tool and learn about the efficiencies Viega delivers, they will have what they need to incorporate Viega systems into their work and begin realizing the benefits,” DeBroeck said.
New tool boasts the widest range of applications of any press tool on the market No two jobs are created equal, but the RIDGID RP 342-XL Press Tool is built for them all: Its lightweight design packs major power and boasts the widest range of applications of any press tool. Now you can press ½” Read more
New tool boasts the widest range of applications of any press tool on the market
No two jobs are created equal, but the RIDGID RP 342-XL Press Tool is built for them all: Its lightweight design packs major power and boasts the widest range of applications of any press tool. Now you can press ½” to 4” copper, stainless steel and carbon steel pipe, and ½” to 2” PEX pipe – in under 12 seconds and all with one tool.
The lightweight RP 342-XL features QuickSwitch™ technology to quickly switch from Standard to Extended 32kN applications to press 2 ½” to 4” carbon steel. Adding to the tool’s versatility and usefulness on the job, the lightweight RP 342-XL is compatible with the RIDGID full line of Standard 32kN Press Tool accessories, including the StrutSlayr™ Strut Shear Head, Press Snap™ Soil Pipe Cutter and all MegaPress jaws.
“RIDGID has been the industry leader in press technology for decades and our latest innovation, the RP 342-XL Press Tool, continues to set us apart,” said Michael Provenzano, Global Product Manager for Press Connections at RIDGID. “The RP 342-XL offers maximum versatility in all types of materials and sizes that can be pressed with one tool.”
The RP 342-XL is backed by the industry’s leading warranty, and also offers the lowest initial investment for contractors whose goal is to press up to 4” copper, stainless steel and carbon steel pipe.
To learn more visit, ridgid.com/342-XL.