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Architecture & Building

KG2000 taking civil by storm

06/08/20200

After launching our KG2000 Polypropylene civil piping system onto the market in November last year, we have experienced a better than expected uptake and acceptance of the product. KG2000 was first developed by Ostendorf Kunstoffe, a leading German pipe manufacturer, in 1999. KG2000 is a medium density Polypropylene with additional mineral compounds to increase the ring stiffness allowing the system to accept extreme forces. All fittings are manufactured to meet a rating of SN16 and pipes come in 2 forms being either SN10 or SN16.

KG2000 is unique in the fact that it has a complete system with pipes and injection moulded fittings from 110mm to 500mm meaning than no special fabrication or additional manufacturing of fittings is required. Being a push-fit type system, no special tooling or welding is required and being light weight, it is easy to handle and has less OH&S issues compared with much heavier alternatives such as concrete.

The facts:

  • Sizes available from 110mm to 500mm
  • Full range of injection moulded bends, junctions & reducers
  • All fittings rated to SN10
  • Choice of pipe rating of SN10 or SN16
  • Suitable for pH levels 2-12
  • Simple, fast push-fit installation
  • Lightweight and easy to handle
  • Suitable for use in civil, trade waste, sewer, stormwater and directly under airport runways!

For a full introduction to our KG2000 system, contact your local State Representative, view our technical information and view this overview video.

General News

AusPress strengthens ties with TAFE

29/06/20200

Thanks to The Master Plumbers Association of South Australia for their recent feature on our association with TAFE SA and our continued support in the development of South Australian Plumbing Apprentices with their article entitled: Working with TAFE SA to Develop Future Skills

AusPress Systems are proud to be involved with the South Australian TAFE colleges and frequently assist as part of their continued product and technical knowledge development.

With the past supply of stainless drainage pipe and fittings plus stainless press-fit product for the fire services training area, the latest supply of the new civil product “KG2000” polypropylene drainage to TAFE continues our support in providing lecturers and apprentices with the latest product offerings to train with.

We have working models set up at the leading Tonsley TAFE campus to help apprentices be familiar with the correct installation and handling of the latest products for the transition from classroom to trench.

These same products are being used extensively across Adelaide with an increase in commercial and industrial projects specifying their installation, particularly in healthcare, food, meat and beverage processing.

Each year AusPress contribute to the leading Certificate 4 apprentice, awarding them a press tool set including the SPM24 tool and their choice of jaws to suit copper, stainless or pex press systems. This tool was developed to be the ‘go-to’ tool for press systems up to 32mm and an excellent addition to the toolbox.

Established in 1992 (originally named Blucher Australia Pty Ltd), we’re based in Adelaide and supply commercial and industrial projects Australia wide.

Over the years, our product range has grown, as has our knowledge and technical expertise. Today we remain 100% South Australian owned and operated; and we continue to be the market leader in the supply of drainage and press-fit products when hygiene, performance and reliability are critical.

For more information call 1300 287 773 or visit us at www.auspress.com.au

Architecture & Building, Construction Consultant

Laundry/Surge Channels

29/05/20200

AusPress continues to expand our market penetration by introducing our products into new markets nationally. We have been supplying Laundry and surge channels into South Australian projects for many years, but recently we have been requested to supply these items to other states.

Surge channels are used in laundromats, aged/residential care facilities, laundries in student accommodation and defence facilities.

A surge channel slows down the flow of hot washing water into the drainage system. They have mesh barrier screens, to remove lint, paper etc. and stop it from entering the drainage system. At the end of the unit they can have a silt trap assembly, as a last step to catch any silty soil product in the system.

They are located at the rear of the washing machines, and the discharge enters into the surge channel, behind the screen lint screens. The capacity of the washing machines, determines the size of the unit required for each project.

As with any AusPress Stainless Steel manufactured product; the channels, components and accessories are 100% Australian Made

Find more information on these channels on page 8 of our Technical Catalogue,  contact our technical design department or speak to your local representative.

 

General News

AusPress acquires MEI assets

11/05/20200

We are excited to announce that AusPress Systems Pty Ltd (AusPress) has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of Marine Equipment International (MEI) under a new entity AusPress MEI Pty Ltd (APMEI) effective 11th May 2020.

MEI has been a leading supplier into the Australian marine industry since 1984 and has a long and enviable record of supplying quality products to the Marine (both Defence and Commercial), Industrial, Offshore, Energy, Mining and Engineering industries and in particular supply of specialist products to the Australian Navy and its prime contractors.

AusPress has been supplying quality Stainless Steel drainage and pressure products across Australia and New Zealand to the Commercial, Industrial, Medical, Resources, Mining, Marine and Food Processing industries since 1992.

This new arrangement will offer MEI customers a greater range of products (including copper press, tooling, Stainless Drainage and Polypropylene Civil Drainage) as well as a truly national distribution service with sales staff and technical support in each state. It will offer AusPress customers additional support and products in the marine sector as well as a second distribution centre in Sydney.

“This is an exciting time for both companies” said Jason Nelson, General Manger of AusPress and AusPress MEI. “MEI has such a fantastic reputation in the marine sector and has developed a large customer base. This acquisition will allow AusPress to further develop the MEI business by tapping into AusPress’ national coverage. At the same time, it gives AusPress’ customers on the East Coast an additional dispatch point with a warehouse in Fairfield, NSW ensuring faster product delivery times”

All enquiries for AusPress should continue to [email protected]

All enquiries for MEI should now be directed to [email protected]

For local sales or technical enquiries, please contract your local representative:

New South Wales:            Michael Donaldson           0430 303 623

Queensland:                       Payam Salehi                      0425 567 237

Queensland:                       Ray McMurray                  0433 114 999

South Australia:                Paul Lanthois                     0425 567 247

Victoria:                              Anthony McGrath             0424 325 533

Western Australia:           Shaun Tuppin                     0433 502 350

General News

Stainless Press Profiles

06/02/20200

There is always much discussion about which profile is better, “M” or “V”. At times and for general plumbing installations, the performance criteria are similar, if not the same for these profiles. However, there are differences in the higher end performance for each profile.

Let’s begin with history; The first press system was developed back in the 1950’s, was patented in 1962 and was the “M” profile. At the time, the system was granted a 50 year patent protection making it difficult for any competitors. Many years later, in 1989, the “V” profile was developed and released to market. Later again, in 1997, a slightly different profile, the “SA” profile was developed and released to market.

Why are they referred to as “M”, “V” and “SA”? Well, the first system was “M” profile and developed by Mannesman GmbH, the “V” profile was developed by Viega LLC and the “SA” profile was developed by Sanha GmbH. Clearly, the companies decided to use the first letters of their company names to label the profile they had developed.

What is the difference in the appearance of the fittings? Quite simply, the “V” profile has a “tail” leading from the fitting, whereas the “M” and “SA” profiles profiles do not.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What is the difference in the performance of the fittings? This has been a debate for many years. However, all we can refer to is the recommendations of the manufacturers of both the fittings and the tooling. Gathering all of the available information and referring to manufacturers recommendations, we have developed the below chart for reference.

Maximum working pressure for potable water at ambient temperature (kpa)
“M” Profile “V”Profile “SA” Profile
Size Standard HP
15mm 4000 N/A 1600 1600
22mm 4000 N/A 1600 1600
28mm 2500 4000 1600 1600
35mm 2500 4000 1600 1600
42mm 2500 4000 1600 1600
54mm 2500 4000 1600 1600
76.1mm 1600 2500 N/A 1600
88.9mm 1600 2500 N/A 1600
108mm 1600 2500 N/A 1600
168.3mm 1600/2000* N/A N/A N/A
“Standard & HP” refer to Jaw types | “V” Profile maximum working pressures taken from technical catalogues of Viega & Connex Banninger |”SA” Profile maximum working pressures taken from Sanha | *168.3mm pressures differ depending on single pressing or double off-set pressing

Why is there a difference in the maximum allowable working pressure? It all comes down the press profile and the way the force is applied to the fittings when being pressed. As you will see in the above images, the “M” profile fitting allows for 4 press points, while the “V” Profile fitting allows for 3 and “SA” Profile allows for only 2 press points. This has a dramatic effect upon the overall security and pressure rating of the actual joint.

All manufacturers of press fittings use the same raw materials and are certified to the same standards. The biggest difference is the profile of the fittings and the tooling used. Based on all of this information, if you are looking for the maximum safety in any installation, “M” Profile fittings pressed using the appropriately rated tool (minimum 32 kN) and the relevant HP jaws should be used.

So, the next time you have a project and decide to use Stainless Press, ensure you use the right product that is fit for purpose and offers you the greatest security for your workmanship. For expert advice on any installation, please refer to our technical department.

General News

AusPress Supporting the RFS

06/01/20200

Record-breaking temperatures and months of severe drought have fueled a series of massive bush fires across Australia resulting in the worst natural disaster in our country’s history.

The fires, burning since September, have intensified over the past few weeks, with a number towns evacuated. As temperatures begin to drop and rain is starting to fall, we can only hope that mother nature will help our causes and see these fires gradually extinguished.

Most people feel helpless and can not begin to understand what those affected are going through. All we can do is offer our thoughts and support in any way we can. As a small token of our commitment to supporting the firefighters that are giving up their time and fighting for those that cannot fight for themselves, we have donated 500 bottles of water to be dispersed to the NSW RFS where it is most needed.

Our thoughts are with everyone affected and only hope these fires come to an end very soon.

General News

2019 – A year in review

23/12/20190

As 2019 comes to an end, we took the time to review our year and reflect upon the year that was.

In what proved to be a challenging year for AusPress, we were pleased to have finished the year on a high note with growing sales across the country, welcoming new staff to our team and introducing new products. Our warehouse has grown and we have introduced  KG2000 SN10 & SN16 Polypropylene Drainage System which has proven very popular with our current customers for trade waste and opened a new market sector for AusPress, Civil Drainage. We have also increased our support to various industry associations across the region, including Master Plumbers, Australian Water Associations, ASSDA, AHSCA, HCAA, Civil Contractors Federation and Pacific Water & Waste Water Association

After Introducing Blucher Stainless Steel drainage to Australia in 1992 and spending the next 26 years developing the market and supporting the industry, our distribution agreement with Blucher Denmark came to an end. To fill this gap, we entered into a new agreement with ACO to distribute their range of stainless steel drainage pipe and fittings. With this change, we expected some market turbulence and a drop in our sales. But we were pleasantly surprised when not only did we maintain our core customers and projects, but sales in this category for us actually slightly increased. We must thank our loyal and faithful customers as well as ACO Australia staff and management from Germany & Czech Republic for their support and assistance in getting special products made, certified and ready for the transition. We look forward to working with everyone in 2020.

During this time, we also said goodbye to a couple of our Sales team that went to work directly for Blucher. As much as we saw this as a challenge in the market,  sometimes fresh beginnings are exactly what everyone needs for both personal and business reasons. We scoured the country to find suitable people to join our team and have experienced a very positive transition. We are breaking company records in the NSW market and we have found the need to employ an additional sales person for Queensland. Effective January 2020, we will have 2 Sales people nurturing and supporting our great customers in Queensland to ensure we can maintain the rapid growth we have seen over the past few months. We also appointed and trained a new distributor in New Zealand that has opened up some new doors and new markets for us across the ditch.

So, as we reflect, we are very happy with our progression and growth in 2019 and we look forward to continuing to grow and support our loyal customer base into 2020 and beyond.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of our clients for their confidence in our abilities and loyalty this year and wish you and your families a wonderful and relaxing Christmas and New Year period.

Food Processing

Hygienic Drainage Solutions

18/08/20190

What’s important to your project? High Quality Hygienic Stainless Steel drainage? Watermark approval? HACCP certification? Local design and manufacturing? Experience? Top level customer training and technical support?

All of the above should be a priority. When channels are installed into your project, they are embedded in concrete. This means they cannot be removed easily, without cutting concrete and shutting down your production for a period of time. All of these factors cost money. You want to ensure you are installing a purpose made, high quality product that will last as long as the building with minimal maintenance. That’s why AusPress has been manufacturing custom made channels in Australia for nearly 20 years and is regarded as the market leader.

So, the next time you need a high quality drainage channel in your food and beverage facility, the next time you are looking to invest in your facilities future and save money on maintenance, we can assist you.

AusPress began in 1992 and was originally trading as “Blucher Australia Pty Ltd” Growing organically for more than 25 years, AusPress has become the market leader in stainless steel drainage and pressure pipes specialising in Food Processing applications such as Dairies, Abattoirs, Wineries and Breweries.
AusPress now supplies a much wider array of products from Stainless Steel channels, pipes and fittings to Stainless Steel pressure pipes and fittings as well as Copper Press fittings, tooling solutions and Polypropylene Drainage pipes and fittings. Our products are now used extensively throughout Australia and New Zealand in Constructions, mining, marine and various industrial applications.

Our Company Presentation Video

01/07/20190