PIPES, VALVES & FITTINGS
MANUFACTURER – WAVIN
PATRICK COOPER, WAVIN AREA SPECIFICATION MANAGER, EXPLAINS WHY THE WAVIN HEP2O HOT & COLD PLUMBING SYSTEM TICKS ALL THE BOXES FOR PLUMBERS…
Wavin Hep2O is market leader of push fit systems
T he Wavin Hep2O hot & cold plumbing system is the fifth generation of a push fit system that has its origins in extensive market research conducted with plumbers in 2009. Plumbers told Wavin that they wanted a plumbing system with aesthetically pleasing white pipe,
superior flexibility and is available in both straight lengths and coils for the metric range 15mm, 22mm and 28mm and the imperial range ½”, ¾” and 1”. The straight coil technology ensures the pipe stays flat when uncoiled for ease of installation. Reliable safe joints are achieved with the patented in In4sure Joint technology
While the joints are secure and tamperproof once the pipe is inserted into a fitting, Wavin has engineered the fittings to be demountable by means of the HepKey or Hep Tool. Both the fittings and the pipe are re- usable. The Wavin Hep2O hot & cold plumbing system which has a max operating pressure of 6 bar at 95°C is a WRAS approved product and has BSI kitemark BS7291 PARTS 1&2 Class S. Due to rigorous quality control and testing program Wavin Hep2O pipe and fittings are guaranteed for 50 years against defects in materials and manufacturing. The Wavin Hep2O hot & cold plumbing system is maintenance free with no risk of corrosion and the white pipe provides the complete finish.
that incorporates a 33mm long grip length along with castellations on the head of the smart sleeve pipe support that enables a plumber to feel a rumble when twisting the pipe as part of the installation technique. The Smart sleeve pipe support is manufactured from food grade stainless steel and
reliable safe joints, ease of demounting and a product guarantee from a reputable manufacturer. In 2011, Wavin launched the current generation of the Wavin Hep2O hot & cold plumbing system with patented and engineered innovations to provide the very best in class push fit
“Wavin Hep2O pipe and fittings are guaranteed for 50 years against defects in materials and manufacturing.”
plumbing system that continues to be a market leader both in Ireland and the UK. It is worth noting that Wavin Hep2O hot & cold plumbing system-metric is the No 1 choice for major UK house builders. The white polybutylene pipe with barrier layer has high impact resistance and
incorporates barbs on the base of the sleeve to ensure it stays captive in the pipe and maintains pipe rigidity within the fitting. The engineered thinner wall of the sleeve for ease of insertion also enables greater flow rates at fittings; 20% approx. than competitor systems.
To obtain a free sample pack go to wavin.ie/hep2O and for further information contact the Wavin Customer Service at info.ie@wavin.com
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