AVK Nederland introduces QR transition coupling
We are pleased to introduce our QR coupling, which is a good alternative for repairing damaged pipes with sealing tape 10-10-2017
By Dana Hofman – Dooijeweerd, Marketing Manager at AVK Nederland B.V
The new Quick Repair (QR) transition coupling sets a new standard for quick but professional repairing of leaking pipe connections. AVK Nederland has two types of couplings, one for water and one for gas. The QR transition coupling is maintenance free and made entirely of stainless steel with a rubber sealing inside and is therefore fully protected against corrosion.
Sustainable professional solution
The conical wedges are easy to assemble without using any special tools and you only have to clean the pipe around the sealing. Furthermore, a big benefit of the QR coupling is that you don’t have to stop the flow during mounting; the pipeline stays operational. The couplings are tested for at least 30 years of functionality, and this sustainable professional solution gains a lot of time for the
mechanics.
Coupling for gas developed at customer request
By request of a good relation, AVK developed a transition coupling for leaking pipe connections for steel pipelines for gas. The coupling for gas pipelines is approved according to KIWA and is available for steel pipe diameters 1” and 1 1/4”. After mounting the transition coupling over the existing thread connection, the test nipple can be used for a pressure test. The maximum working pressure is 300 mbar and the coupling is suitable for temperatures from -20°C to 70°C.
QR transition coupling for water
After developing the QR transition coupling for gas pipes, there appeared to be a demand for a similar coupling for leaking water pipes. The QR for water is developed for steel pipes with diameter 1”, 1 ¼”, 1 ½” and 2”. The maximum working pressure is 10 bar and the coupling is suitable for temperatures from -20°C to 70°C. Obviously, AVK is able to develop other sizes or types on request.
Animation and sample kit
AVK Nederland has created an animation movie which shows applications and benefits of the easy installation of the QR compared to the time-consuming alternatives. Within short, we have a sample kit available for interested sales people. The QR coupling was also shown at the Pumps & Valves trade fair in Rotterdam 4-5 October 2017.