January 2014 Tube Products International
57
Refr igerat ion & HVAC
V profile clamps
Norma Group has been awarded
business from a Japanese vehicle and
engine manufacturer to develop and
fabricate a NormaConnect V profile
clamp. The clamp will be used in a
downsized engine with a turbocharger
system for a series of different vehicle
platforms, and will help to reduce
weight and meet the requirements for
tight packaging spaces.
“We have just recently increased our
production and storage capacities for
our V profile clamp in Asia and in
Europe,” said Bernd Kleinhens, board
member, business development. “This
major order proves that our innovative
technology is in high demand and of
consistent quality around the world.
Furthermore, our product solutions
help our customers to meet their
environmental goals.”
NormaConnect V profile clamps are
connecting elements for flange pipes
used in various applications, including
exhaust, cooling and filter systems,
turbochargers, water treatment, supply
pipes and air conditioning systems.
The joining technology, consisting of a
V profile clamp and a gasket, has been
designed to meet the requirements for
tight packaging spaces in the motor
vehicle industry, and helps customers
to reduce the weight of their overall
systems.
Norma Group SE
– Germany
Armaflex Tuffcoat is suitable for
both hot and cold water services,
heating systems, air conditioning and
refrigerated pipework.
The Tuffcoat outer covering and the
closed cell Armaflex insulation material
provide a built-in vapour barrier against
condensation and corrosion problems
on cold services.
Insulating pipework also prevents
unnecessary heat loss and improves
the efficiency of mechanical services.
Armaflex Tuffcoat is supplied in insulation
thicknesses of 13 and 19mm, with the
external covering available in black or
white (with other colours available on
request). The tubes are manufactured in
12 bore sizes, ranging from 10 to 67mm.
The external Tuffcoat covering has
a semi-gloss finish that requires no
additional painting, while also being easy
to wipe clean. The Armaflex Tuffcoat
insulation product also incorporates
Microban antimicrobial protection,
which helps to prevent bacterial, mould
and fungal growth and makes the
product suitable for applications in food
manufacturing, hospitals, schools and
offices.
Armaflex Tuffcoat sheet for ductwork
and larger pipe diameter applications
is supplied in 2m x 0.5m size, and
is available in the 13mm and 19mm
insulation thicknesses.
Armacell UK Ltd
– UK
Video series on working with copper
The Copper Development Association
(CDA) has completed filming of two
videos for its “Do It Proper with Copper”
series, designed to illustrate the proper
techniques for installing copper tube
and piping systems for medical gas, and
how to distinguish the different types of
copper tube and fittings needed for a
particular application.
“The great thing about the video series
is that anyone can benefit from watching
these short, how-to instructional videos,”
said Andy Kireta Jr, vice president of
building construction for CDA. “Whether
you’re a plumber working in the trade
or a homeowner looking for your next
do-it-yourself project, we make it easy
to learn the basic ins-and-outs of
working with copper.”
With the help of CDA project manager
Harold Moret and his assistant, Ron
Gumucio, the association produced
two five- and six-minute high-definition
videos, adding to its growing series of
architectural and plumbing applications.
The first video, ‘Medical Gas Copper
Installation’, introduces the approved
copper materials that are needed to
adhere to applicable codes and
installation methods for medical gas
piping. Copper piping, which is the
preferred choice of contractors, is
essential for carrying non-flammable
gases like oxygen, nitrous oxide,
medical air, carbon dioxide, helium,
nitrogen, instrument air or any mixture
thereof, and used for treating patients in
healthcare facilities.
To ensure that copper piping provides
reliable, efficient performance, it is
important that the proper materials are
used for the appropriate job. For this
purpose, the second video, ‘Introduction
to Copper Pipe, Tube and Fittings’,
details the different copper tube, pipe
and fittings that are available, explains
the different designations and sizes, and
highlights what applications they are
best used for in the field.
“Before you can get started on any
plumbing, heating, air-conditioning,
refrigeration, or any other plumbing-
related project, it is important to know
the difference between copper tube and
copper pipe, as well as the different
types of fittings you should be using,”
said Mr Moret. “In some instances,
such as medical gas piping, incorrect
installation can put people’s lives in
danger.”
The video series is available on the
CDA website and on the association’s
YouTube channel.
Copper Development Association
–
USA
