5 things that you didn't know about pressing units
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1. PRESS JAWS
Use press jaws for metal pipe systems of diameter between 12 and 35 mm.
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2. CHAINS AND ADAPTERS
To press metal pipe systems of diameters greater than 42 mm it is recommended to use adapter and chains.
Why chain and not jaw:
- better load distribution
- better resistance to pressure and torsion
- easier positioning of the chain around the fitting
- greater uniformity of the pressing geometry (reduced ovalization)
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3. MAINTENANCE
Chains, press jaws, adapters and equipment must be subjected to periodic maintenance by a specialized center as specified in the installation standards.
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4. PRESSING UNITS PISTON FORCE
Medium power pressing units (32 kN) that can be used on the entire FRABO fittings range (12 mm - 108 mm) are available on the market.
However other machines have higher power (45 kN and more).
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5. DIAMETER OF THE PIPES
Each pressing unit presents different limits on the maximum diameter of the tube pressable.
Always check the specifications.
