What is Pressfit?

Pressfit is a system of joints, designed specifically to speed up and simplify the installation process of piping systems using a minimalistic approach.

The Pressfit system saves considerable time and makes the entire installation process more secure and cost-effective, and combined with their corrosion-resistant and weatherproof nature, they benefit any project bound by cost & time constraints. 

Pressfit technology provides a safe, weld-free, low-cost method of joining metals, used to replace traditional means of connecting Pipes like welding.

Unlike conventional Pipe-joining methods, Pressfit does not require welding, soldering, brazing or threading. Instead, it uses pressure to join two pieces of Pipe or Tube together for a faster and easier secure connection. Pressfit piping systems are used in a wide range of industries, including commercial building, defence, food & beverage, mining, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, power generation, and water & wastewater treatment. 

Installation benefits

The below installation features make the system attractive for clients to use where the application is suitable: 

• No welding or Hot Work permits;

• No fire hazard during installation;

• No consumables; 

• Increased speed of installation; 

• Can utilise non skilled manpower; 

• Reduced labour costs (can reduce labour time by up to 60%);

• Tooling is easy to use and operate;

• Extensive range of fittings to meet on site requirements; 

• Cost effective against threaded & welded Piping systems;

• Built in – situ, so making alterations to meet customer outcome is much easier; 

• Job can be started and completed on site;

• Last minute changes are easy to implement;

• OH&S friendly;

• The (Tooling) NovoCrimp software/Klauke I-press can be used via USB  interface to log all of the crimping operations performed and monitor correct performance.

The Pressfit product itself is top-quality and perfect for a large range of applications and industries.

Product benefits

• Can be supplied in a range of grades; namely 316L Stainless and Copper Nickel (can also be supplied in steel and Copper);

• Stainless and Copper Nickel are highly corrosion resistant; 

• Range of O-rings to suit specific applications;

• Vast temperature range of –20°C to 200°C;

• Pressure rated up to 580 psi, Temperature up to 200°C * (*dependent on the type of application);

• Use of thin walled Pipe and Fittings makes system lighter than conventional welded or threaded systems; 

• Quick and easy maintenance, even when pipe is wet; 

• 72 product certifications including: 

  • Watermark 

  • ABS 

  • Lloyds Register 

  • DNV 

  • ABS 

• Hygienic, as demonstrated in many food and pharmaceutical industry applications (not for the conveyance of food products);

• Minimum load loss, resulting in faster fluid flows;

• Excellent decorative finish avoiding need for additional painting or external protection costs;

• Less heat conduction than other materials;

• The use of Molybdenum (such as in Stainless steel Grade 316/L) results in good performance in chlorinated environments.

Our supplier

Stirlings' Pressfit fittings supplier is Raccorderie Metalliche S.P.A. (RM).

RM is a high quality, very experienced & capable European manufacturer supplying worldwide.

Get your hands on Pressfit

What are you waiting for? Check out our Pressfit range here, and our Online Superstore here!

A rhyme for your time

To connect your Pipes without the heat, it’s Pressfit that absolutely nothing will beat!