TPi March 2014

products & developments

Vinyl foam tape Pres-On, a manufacturer of industrial tapes and gaskets, has introduced a vinyl foam tape for sealing, cushioning and gasketing. The company states that VF20200 tapes provide the same performance as more expensive tapes, making them an economical alternative in HVAC, packaging, weather-proofing and OEM applications. VF20200 tapes are coated on both sides with permanent acrylic adhesive featuring a functional temperature range of -20°F to 200°F. The closed cell structure resists absorption of water while providing load-bearing qualities.

resistant to degradation by inorganic and organic acids, reducing agents, detergent solutions, alcohols, aliphatic hydrocarbons, mineral oil, amines and aldehydes, so can be used with confidence in adverse environments. The tapes can be die-cut or kiss-cut to custom specifications, such as donuts, washers or other shapes to meet any OEM requirement. Standard rolls are available in widths ranging from 1 / 4 " to 54", with thickness of 1 / 32 ", 1 / 16 " or 1 / 8 " in white, black or grey.

Because the foam is conformable, VF20200 tapes are suitable for joining irregular surfaces where glues, fasteners and standard tapes may fail. It is also

Assorted rolls of tape from Pres-On

Pres-On – USA sales@pres-on.com www.preson.com

Erne Fittings challenges brand abuse Erne Fittings is a supplier of butt- weld fittings, including elbows, tees and reducers from ½" to 40" external diameter and wall-thicknesses up to 50mm, made of alloyed, carbon, stainless steels and exotic materials for the approved market. Counterfeits range from copy-pasted websites to faked MTCs, resulting in product falsification. The consequences of these offensive actions are often financial in nature or damaged relationships, but can also result in danger to human life.

support the interests of customers and partners, a global network of lawyers – all specialists in trademark law – assists in the detailed and comprehensive tracking of each attempt to violate Erne’s copyrights. The company states that anyone who has doubts concerning the authenticity of Erne Fittings documents and/ or products, or has any information regarding the violation of the trademark, should contact Erne Fittings directly or ask their local distributor for further assistance.

Erne is focused on the protection of its customers’ interests, and emphasises its interest in the safety of sensitive applications and facilities with complex requirements. The company is therefore calling on customers and partners to aid in the discovery of all trademark violations. As Erne takes every trademark infringement very seriously, it will ensure that each case will be thoroughly investigated. To

Due to their quality and high approval level, Erne Fittings products can be used within a broad range of complex applications including those in the power, oil and gas, nuclear and chemical industries. The company states that this makes it one of the most copied brands in the business, and that a vast increase in trademark violations from India and the Middle East region has recently been observed.

Erne Fittings GmbH – Austria office@ernefittings.com www.ernefittings.com

Major water main projects completed Artesian Water Company, a subsidiary of Artesian Resources Corporation, has completed nine projects in New Castle County and Sussex County, Delaware, USA, investing nearly $5mn in eight water main replacements and a new installation. completed, the approvals obtained from various state agencies, and with the contractors assigned, the projects proceeded on course.”

disruptions to service that arise from main breaks that occur once the main has reached the end of its useful life,” said Dian C Taylor, chair, president and CEO of Artesian Resources Corporation. “The completion of these current projects, where the average age of main was over 55 years old, is an example of our commitment to our customers.”

The projects resulted in the installation of 35,000ft, or nearly seven miles, of water main, and included the replacement of ductile iron and cast iron pipe up to 62 years old.

“In order to ensure our customers receive the highly reliable service they expect, Artesian undertook the nine projects over the course of four months,” said John Thaeder, senior vice president. “With the design work

Artesian Resources Corp – USA www.artesianwater.com

“We strive to replace ageing main within a timeframe that allows us to avoid the

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