Geberit Supply Systems Mapress and Mepla
The connection technology of the present and the future: Perfect in every connection With the press connection technique, perfect connections are easily and quickly made, not to mention durable and tight. The application of physical pressure by means of the pressing tool makes the same perfect joint in every single pressed connection. Supply Systems by Geberit feature one of the fastest connection technologies ever reliable and tight connections infinite applications in supply and service pipe installations A wide choice of materials Geberit offers press connection systems made of the following materials: stainless steel (equivalent grade A 316 or A 304), carbon steel (E 195), copper-nickel alloy (CuNi10Fe1.6Mn) and composite material. So you always have the right quality material at hand for the respective application. Contact us to find out what material we advise for your special industrial applications. There is no wider range Geberit offers you a wide range of pipes and fittings, elbows, tees, elbows with plain ends, reducers and reducing tees, crossovers, straight unions and much more. The Geberit range of pipes and fittings is available in dimensions ranging from 15 to 108 mm. A complete range, that allows press connections for the complete installation.
Fast, clean and safe: Faster than soldering, screwing and welding Geberit press connections take much less time than those involving soldering, screwing or welding. Why? Because less time for preparation is needed and the actual connection process itself is much faster. Just measure, cut, deburr, press that s it. Don t stress. Press. The Geberit pressing tools specially designed for the system ensure fast, reliable pressing. Geberit Mepla in dimensions d 16 26 mm can easily be pressed with our manual tool. For Geberit Mapress and all dimensions of Geberit Mepla over d 26 mm, our range of electric pressing tools makes the connection so easy and safe. 1. 2. A. Once the start button is pressed, the pressing tool runs the automatic compression process. Fitting and pipe are deformed, and a new press connection with high tensile and torsional strength is created within seconds. B. A. before pressing B. after pressing 3. Cross-section of Geberit Mapress connection. 1. pipe 2. pressfitting 3. seal ring
Tight and durable Press connecting with Geberit is easy because we offer a complete, perfectly adjusted system, where every component fits like a glove. The Geberit press connection system comprises of the pipes, fittings and pressing tools. All our system components have undergone strict quality control throughout their production. Therefore, we can guarantee the safety of the connections. Visibly safe We have been the market leader with our reliable connections for more than 35 years. Nevertheless, we still strive for perfection. Our fittings are designed so that any connections not pressed during installation are automatically detectable during the pressure test. So the installer can always control his connection job. Profiled seal ring in a Mapress fitting. Water passes through three leakage paths inside the seal ring. Unpressed Mepla fittings emit water during pressure test. Quality in every detail At Geberit, top quality has top priority. All our pipes and fittings undergo strict quality control throughout their production from the raw material to the finished product. The fittings are thoroughly tested to ensure that they are tight and the integration of each and every seal ring is monitored by camera. The quality of the welding seams on the fittings and pipes is also closely controlled, and our pressing tools are subject to strict internal quality control. By always staying true to our high standards, we ensure that you always receive the same Geberit quality.
One system for all applications The greatest advantage of the Geberit press connection system is its versatility. Our system can be installed in heating and cooling facilities, gas pipe networks, compressed air installations, fire extinguishing facilities and sprinkler systems, industrial facilities and many other applications. Geberit s 400 national and international licenses within sanitation, shipbuilding and industrial facility construction attest to the versatility of our press connection systems. Does your piping system need to operate under extreme conditions involving high pressures or temperatures? No problem! We know that different applications require different solutions. Small help for big decisions Water Heating Cooling and refrigeration Gas Industry Fixed fire extinguishing systems Solar systems Shipbuilding Energy and service supply for foodstuff and pharmaceuticals Mepla Mapress Stainless Steel Mapress Carbon Steel MapressCuNiFe if you have to choose the right material for the right application
Supply systems for domestic and commercial building installations Installation in a historic building. Safe, clean and fast installation. Cooling pipe system in food processing area. Drinking, hot and cooling water pass through Geberit Mapress pipes, next to Geberit HDPE drainage pipes. With Geberit you can rely on a clean and fast installation in all building services applications. No open flame for welding or soldering is required. The minimal risk of damage to existing fittings and fixtures makes the system a perfect choice for new buildings and refurbishments. Don t stress. Press. Furthermore, the pressed fittings create a visually attractive connection: no excess ends but only straight shapes on the outside. Together with the stability of the pipes, you will appreciate this especially in refurbishment projects whenever pipes are installed visibly on the wall. The stainless steel system fulfils the requirements for external cleaning of the pipe installations in clean rooms or areas for food processing. Geberit press connections in concealed or visible installations of new buildings and refurbishments.
Press connections in building services from A Z Hot and cold water supply with Geberit Mepla. Inside buildings, Geberit press connections are suitable for: Potable water Mapress Stainless Steel and Mepla Heating, cooling and refrigeration Mepla, Mapress Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel and CrNi Steel Solar systems Mapress Carbon Steel and Stainless Steel with FKM solar seal ring Gas Mapress Stainless Steel Gas Fire mains Mapress Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel Technical details Mapress Stainless Steel Gas in building services applications: The permitted operating temperature range in gas applications is from 20 C to + 70 C. The maximum operating pressure inside buildings depends on the locally relevant approval. Please note that the pipes are not suitable for underground installation. Technical details of Geberit Mapress and Mepla in building services applications: Operating pressures: The Mapress press connections are suitable for an operating pressure of up to 16 bar in building services applications, the Mepla press connections up to 10 bar. Operating temperatures: In closed hot water heating systems and potable water systems in building services applications, Mapress can be installed without restriction, gas water supply condensing boiler Storage tank for roof runoff Mepla up to 70 C. Mapress is suitable for solar installations of temperatures up to 180 C. Without limitation, Mapress and Mepla can be installed in domestic closed cooling water systems.
Service and supply pipe works industrial pipe systems Geberit press connections have been installed in plant construction and engineering facilities worldwide. For all maintenance work, the fast, easy and clean installation reduces the machinery downtime significantly and, thanks to the comfort of the pressing tool, installations are easier to make especially in tight spaces and areas with difficult or delicate access (limited space, explosive or fire-hazardous areas, clean rooms). But naturally, also for new built factories, the Geberit systems have been used in many applications, especially in energy and service supply pipes. The hygienic features of the stainless steel system permit installation in specific areas, like clean rooms or areas for food processing. Don t stress. Press. The system is approved by local authorities for applications throughout mechanical-, process plant-, chemical- and petrochemical engineering. For industrial installations, depending on the specific application and the pipe dimension, the system is approved for operating pressures of up to 40 bar. Geberit will provide specific approval based on operating pressure, system design and application as well as the medium to be transported. Please contact us. Ideal for all maintenance work. Don t stress. Press. Up to dimension d 108 mm. On our material range overview, you are sure to find the right material for your application: Description and name of material Pipes Fittings Material-no. Material-no. Dimensions (d) Mepla Composite pipe with three layers: 16 75 mm HDPE cover, aluminium pipe, internal pipe of cross-linked polyethylene, VPE-b Mepla fittings, PVDF 16 75 mm Mepla fittings, brass, CW 614 N, CW 617 N CEN/TS 13388 16 75 mm Mepla fittings, gun metal, CC 491 K, CW 491 K EN 1982 16 75 mm Mapress Stainless Steel (X5CrNiMo17-12-2) 1.4401 according to EN 10088 BS Standard 316 S 32 15 108 mm Mapress Stainless Steel 1) 1.4401 according to EN 10088 BS Standard 316 S 32 15 108 mm Mapress CrNi Steel (X5 CrNi 18-10) 1.4301 according to EN 10088 BS Standard 304 S 33 15 108 mm Mapress Carbon Steel: unalloyed steel, 1.0034 according to EN 10305-3 BS Standard CEW 2, 15 108 mm galvanized or PE-plastic coated E195/RSt 34-2 ERW 2, AISI 1010 Mapress Carbon Steel for sprinkler, unalloyed 1.0215 according to EN 10305-3 AISI 1010 22 108 mm steel, in- and outside galvanized for spinkler (20 μ zinc layer), E220 MapressCuNiFe, copper-nickel alloy WL 2.1972 accord. to BWB WL 15 108 mm CuNi10Fe1.6Mn 2.1972 2) Dim. pipes DIN 86019 1) Stainless steel can also be supplied in a silicone free version (required e.g. in car production plants) 2) BWB = Bundesamt für Wehrtechnik und Beschaffung (Germany)
From A Z in industrial pipe systems Essential for the durability of the connection is the factory fitted seal ring in the end beads of the fittings, which deforms in a defined manner during pressing. Contact us to choose the appropriate material in your application from our range of seal rings: The materials of the seal rings: EPDM, Ethylene-propylene-diene monomer-rubber, black (Mepla) CIIR, Chloro-Isobutene-Isoprene-(butyl) rubber, black FPM, FKM fluorocarbon rubber, red FPM, FKM fluorocarbon rubber, green for solar FEPM, FEKM Tetrafluorethylene-propylene-copolymere-rubber (modified fluor rubber), light-green NBR, Acrylnitrile-butadiene-rubber (nitrilic rubber), brown-yellow Overview of substances with suitable seal rings: Media/Substances Material of the seal ring Material of pipes and fittings Max. operating temperature determined by stability of the seal ring Water and aggregates: Potable water, treated or CIIR, black Mapress Stainless Steel 120 C untreated process water, deionised water Saturated steam and condensate FEKM, light-green Mapress Stainless Steel 180 C / 10 bar Cooling water with additives CIIR, black To be approved by Geberit. 30 C +120 C (antifreezes, corrosion- and other inhibitors) Oily substances: Mineral oils, lubricants, fuels, To be approved by Geberit based Mapress Carbon Steel, Determined by technical fuels on technical details. Stainless Steel or CuNiFe. suitable seal ring. Air and gases: Compressed air FKM, red or CIIR, black To be Mepla (up to 10 bar), Mapress Determined by approved by Geberit based on Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel or suitable seal ring. technical details and content of oil. CrNi Steel (up to 16 bar). Inert, combustible, technical gases CIIR, black (silicone free) or NBR, Mapress Stainless Steel Gas or Determined by (including oxygen, hydrogen, brown-yellow. Stainless Steel (silicone free). suitable seal ring. acetylene, nitrogen) Please contact us for approval Please contact us for approval and installation details. and installation details. Refrigeration gases To be approved by Geberit based Mapress Carbon Steel, Determined by on technical details. Stainless Steel, CrNi Steel suitable seal ring. Others: Chemicals and chemical products To be approved by Geberit based Material according to Determined by like solvents, agents, detergents, on technical and chemical details. recommendation of producer. suitable seal ring. technical fluids
Fixed fire extinguishing systems Fixed fire extinguishing systems and marine sprinkler systems are easily installed with Geberit. It is not only the fast installation the weight of the fittings and pipes is about 50% less than conventional pipes for sprinkler installations. Don t stress. Press. Fixed fire extinguishing systems with Mapress have been used in many applications with special requirements like high rack warehouses, archives and libraries, explosive areas and in the aggressive atmosphere of paper mills. Approved worldwide The products are tested and approved by numerous authorities. Due to the different testing parameters of the laboratories, the approvals may vary with regard to the individual type of sprinkler system (wet or dry), the working pressure or requirements for the use of specified tools. The following overview is for your orientation. Please contact us for details of the approvals and installation guidelines of sprinkler system installations in your own field and area. Overview of approvals: Material Max. working pressures Approved seal ring Pressing tool specified Approval details/ stainless steel unalloyed steel d 12 76.1 d 88.9 108 in wet in dry approval Approval authority (Mapress Carbon (stainless steel) system system requests Steel) d 22 76.1 defined tool: (unalloyed steel) yes / no wet and dry wet (approved 16 bar / 232 PSI 10 bar / 145 PSI black or red yes* up to d 54) red wet and dry wet (approved 12 bar / 175 PSI 12 bar / 175 PSI black red no up to d 54) wet (approved 16 bar / 232 PSI 16 bar / 232 PSI black no up to d 54) Gulf Expertise wet 12 bar / 175 PSI 12 bar / 175 PSI black no Bureau * Dimension d 76.1 108 approved with hydraulic press machine only.
Shipbuilding and off-shore rig building All the advantages of the press system matter even more in shipbuilding and off-shore rig building. Yards in Germany, Italy, Scandinavia, France, Japan, U.A.E. and the USA use Geberit Mepla and Mapress both for new installations and for maintenance. Press connections meet all the requirements of safety and ease of installation: Work in narrow spaces, avoid open flame, resistance to saline sea air and weight saving. For the installation of Geberit Mepla and Mapress products in fire extinguishing systems and other applications in shipbuilding, please take note of the relevant approval details of the classification authorities and our installation guidelines. Cabins & Public Pool Pool Laundry Machinery systems Freshwater cooling Seawater cooling Compressed air Lubrication oil Bilge water Ballast water Technical water Potable water Closed warm water heating Sanitary discharging Seawater Chilled water (Air condition) Fire fighting Sprinkler Fire main
Perfection down to the last detail 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Geberit Mapress The Geberit Mapress press connection system consists of three matched components. The pipes themselves are characterised by their carefully controlled dimensional accuracy and finish. Clear production requirements include complete recrystallisation of the metallurgical structure and welds, with defined surface finishes free from edge misalignment. With their unique profiled seal ring the press connection fittings, which are subject to equally stringent quality control, form a permanently tight pipe connection and ensure quick and easy yet safe and reliable installation. 1. Deformation of seal ring The seal ring is deformed by the jaws of the pressing tool into a defined shape. This causes it to absorb additional energy that ensures permanent tightness. As a result the Geberit Mapress system has now provided problem-free service for over 35 years. 2. Fitting finish The clean weld, particularly on the seal location surface inside the fitting, plays a crucial part in ensuring the system remains tight and reducing susceptibility to corrosion. The Geberit Mapress system imposes stringent quality requirements on both fitting and pipe welds. 3. Bead geometry Our fittings are renowned for their high degree of dimensional accuracy. The diameters, radii and wall thicknesses of their beads are constantly monitored in the course of production. This guarantees ease of assembly, freedom from pressing burrs and complete reliability of our profiled seal ring. 4. Pressing profile The Geberit Mapress pressing profile is used in a similar way in all materials to ensure maximum tool versatility. With the Geberit system tools we guarantee optimum deformation of the seal ring and give you the peace of mind that comes with our quality approach. Geberit offers a comprehensive guarantee for the entire Geberit press system, on the condition that all system components have been used appropriately and the substances and working conditions in industrial applications have been approved by Geberit. Please contact us for more details. 5. Mechanical strength The carefully matched components make the Geberit Mapress system so strong it can withstand higher operating pressures than 16 bar (approved in building services): Depending on the dimension and the application, the maximum can be as high as 40 bar. Please contact us to check the relevant maximum in your application. This extremely high mechanical strength allows a wealth of applications well beyond the usual building service applications.
8. 9. 10. 11. Geberit Mepla 6. Metallurgical structure A special heat treatment process creates a homogeneous metallurgical structure. This is just one of the stringent production requirements that makes the Geberit metal fittings deform to exactly the right shape when pressed. 7. Surface finish The defined finish is an essential prerequisite for the long-term tightness of the system. Roughness values stricter than the standard requirements ensure the system is watertight and prevent weld corrosion. Since 1989 Geberit has played a pioneering role in the development of water supply pipes. With our multilayer pipes we set new standards in the market. Geberit Mepla pipes bring you the best qualities of metal and plastic in one easy-to-use pipe. It's strong, durable, and simple to work with a smart solution that's reliable and can be installed quickly. 9. Tough, durable HDPE is non-reactive, flexible and corrosion resistant, and provides the perfect protective outer shell. 10. The middle layer is Geberit patented, edge-to-edge-laser-welded aluminium, which offers extraordinary mechanical stability, in fact, because of this technology, a bent section of Mepla pipe is even stronger than a straight section! 11. The inner layer is cross-linked polyethylene (PE-Xb), which resists cracking, aging, and wear even when exposed to high temperatures. This makes it the ideal material for use in plumbing and water pipes. It s food-safe, non-reactive and corrosion free. 8. Alloying constituents Ideal compositions lead to extremely reliable materials and systems. Our factory standard exceeds European stipulations to give you this dependability. For example, the stainless steel system s molybdenum content is well above the minimal requirements.
The supply system materials at a glance Mepla: Versatile and safe Mepla pipes are flexible, resistant, durable and simple to use a smart solution that is both reliable and quick to install in applications with hot and cold water and heating and cooling systems. The system is suitable for an operating pressure of up to 10 bar and an operating temperature of up to 70 C. The Geberit Mepla system pipe is made from a high-quality plastic and aluminium alloy. The outer plastic layer of polyethylene (HDPE) protects against corrosion and wear. The central, flush-welded, diffusion-resistant layer of aluminium guarantees stability. The internal layer of cross-linked polyethylene (PE-Xb) is corrosion-resistant and food-grade quality. The system connectors are made from the high-quality plastic PVDF. Mepla fittings from PVDF. Mepla system pipes and fittings are available in diameters from d 16 to d 75 mm. Carbon steel: Heating, cooling and more The main use of the Mapress Carbon Steel system is in closed water heating or cooling systems. It is the perfect material when it comes to fast installation, durability and stability. For industrial applications, carbon steel is recommended for water heating and chilling in closed systems (secondary cooling circuit) and compressed air systems (dry air), fuels and mineral oils (with FKM, red seal ring). It is also suitable for installations of solar systems (with FKM, green solar seal ring). Red marked Mapress Carbon Steel fittings. The Mapress Carbon Steel system pipes and fittings are made of welded, thin-walled, plain precision steel pipes that are electro-galvanized on the outside. Alternatively, you can order the plain pipes with a 1 mm thick polypropylene coating. To distinguish carbon steel fittings easily from stainless steel fittings, they are marked red. Mapress Carbon Steel system pipes and press fittings are available in diameters from d 15 to d 108 mm. Mapress Carbon Steel pipes for sprinkler with Mapress Carbon Steel fitting. Carbon steel pipes for sprinkler systems The Mapress Carbon Steel pipes in and outside galvanized are suitable for sprinkler systems. They are available in dimension d 22 to d 108 mm and installed with the Mapress Carbon Steel fittings. Mapress Stainless Steel fittings.
Stainless steel: The universal material Stainless steel fulfils the most stringent health and safety requirements for conveyance of drinking water in both private and public applications. But due to its high corrosion-resistance it also offers a broad choice of applications with aggressive media. Mapress CrNi Steel pipes. System pipes and fittings are made of welded, thin-walled pipes made from high alloy, austenitic, stainless CrNiMo steel. Mapress Stainless Steel system pipes and press fittings are available in diameters from d 15 to d 108 mm. CrNi steel pipes: The option for special applications Mapress CrNi Steel pipes are available in diameters from d 15 to d 108 mm. They are connected with the Mapress Stainless Steel fittings. Mapress Stainless Steel Gas fittings. The good resistance to corrosion makes these pipes suitable for heating and cooling systems, as well as for compressed air. Stainless steel fittings for gas applications: For safe, high-quality gas installations The Mapress Stainless Steel Gas system is appropriate for use with natural gases, petroleum gases and liquefied gases. For all other gases, please contact us for further information. Please note: When working with gas installations, always observe relevant assembly and installation instructions. The fittings are installed with the Mapress Stainless Steel system pipes. They are available in diameters from d 15 to d 108 mm. MapressCuNiFe fitting. CuNiFe: The specialist material for off-shore and shipbuilding The material has a high resistance to salt water, making it the right choice for marine applications. MapressCuNiFe system pipes and fittings are made of precision steel pipes made of a copper-nickel-iron alloy and available in diameters from d 15 to d 108 mm. Mepla-Mapress adaptor. Mepla-Mapress adaptor: Making the system complete The perfection and versatility of the systems is completed by the range of Geberit adaptors Mepla-Mapress. You can combine the advantages of metal and composite layer pipes in one single project, with the benefits of a pressed connection all through the installation.
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