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PRODUCT
GUIDE
2020
Wholesaler/Distributor
of the Year
2018 & 2019
1st Generation
Walter Smith
V I CE
ER
S
97
SINCE 18
&
E
VA L U
OUR STORY CONTENTS
SMITH BROTHERS 04 ABOUT SBS
2nd Generation
Smith Brothers (Leicester) Limited (SBL) The company was founded by Walter Smith and his photo along
Sidney Smith
with other pictures from the earlier days of operation are often 20 METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
was originally founded in 1897 and displayed around our various locations to remind everyone of
has a collection of companies operating our heritage. SBS currently has 4th and 5th generation family
members working within the business & had been trading for 10
within its structure, with SBS Ltd being years prior to incorporation in 1907. The certificate celebrating 34 PLASTIC PIPE SYSTEMS
one of them. Throughout its history it has 100 years of trading is proud and cherished within the company’s
history. The strength of the business is down to the core structure
maintained family ownership status under and cash flow management which has been maintained from the
the total control of family members and outset ensuring a long & successful history. The strict management
44 VALVES & DRAINAGE
an independent Chief Executive. of the financial principles the company follows means that even
when the economy is far from stable, SBS is still secure and well
placed to capitalise in such markets, nothing could highlight the
issue more than our turnover and branch expansion from 2006.
Major strides have been made over our 120 plus year history to
52 COMMERCIAL HEATING & PLANT
develop with market requirements and demands.
62 AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERANT
3rd Generation
70 ANCILLARIES & CONSUMABLES
John Smith
77 RENEWABLES
82 TOOL HIRE
85 VITAL STATISTICS
120 GENERAL INFORMATION
Disclaimer: As much information has been given and believed correct at time of publication, however the literature is for guideline use only. For complete accuracy, always
check the product with an SBS representative. Missing information was either not available or disclosed, confirm with manufactures for full and accurate information as it is
your responsibility any products meet the necessary requirements. Any reliance placed upon this information will be totally at the user’s risk.
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.uk
TIMELINE
ABOUT SBS
ABOUT SBS
1897 PRESENT 2013
2011 SBS transport becomes
2017
1980
FORS accredited across
1907 SBS Bristol opens for the national network
business, which can demonstrating the commitment SBS transport get
SBS decide to
service the South to safety and the environment. upgraded to the
1998
Smith Brothers expand for the
2009 West. Leeds have six figure Patented WRAS approved silver standard FORS
becomes first time opening
investment covering their Aquatechnik multilayer system accreditation.
incorporated a branch in Logo is
roof in 200+ solar panels comes exclusively to SBS The hiab crane is improved on
to Limited company. Northampton. redesigned SBS opens its
generating annual yields giving a great alternative to the HGV/LGV giving greater
to incorporate 7th Branch
nearing 50,000 kWh. traditional steel or copper. lifting capacity.
our yellow which is based
1897 1978
Tool hire through HireStation
diamond in Thurrock and
can now be ordered online
which is still the Leeds branch
www.sbs.hirestation.co.uk
Smith Smith Brothers present today. relocates moving
Brothers is expand to a brand new
established Leicester by purpose built
by founder purchasing units 22,000 sq ft unit.
Walter Smith. on adjacent road,
Batten Street.
04 1800s 1900s 2000s 05
1902 2004 2006
Smith Brothers move 1989 SBS completes The previously 2012 2016
from Saffron Lane to the purchase acquired company
2015 2019
SBS begin
Aylestone Road of Apex Ltd in Apex changes its Southampton New branches
recording details
which was occupied Peterborough giving name to SBS and joins becomes the most Heathrow, Cardiff
on a computer
up until 2016. Blaby is better coverage the expanding branch southern branch New I.T. system is & Merseyside open SBS takes on another
system starting the
with distribution network. SBS opens at situated in Eastleigh. The launched to help with taking the expansion to country expanding its
now the location of move away from the
available across Oldham servicing the new redesigned website all aspects of the 12 branches over two sales force in to Northern
Head Office. paper based routine.
the East of England. Lancashire & North West is launched along with business from sales countries. SBS Leicester, Ireland. Relocations happen
area. Shortly after the a new circular logo. through to accounts. Bristol and HQ relocate at Birmingham, Oldham and
Oldham branch, SBS Partnership with MEP After 18 months of to larger more modern Thurrock to larger premises due
Leeds followed in 2007, (HireStation) is announced bespoke development and premises. SBS brings to growth. Smith Brothers are
taking the network of to assist customers with Isotubi, 316L Stainless
1959
6 months of staff training, included in The Sunday Times
branches up to five. tool hire. the move sets the next level Press-Fit system to the Grant Thorton Top Track 250,
of foundation and shows UK up to 108mm. win Wholesaler of the Year
Postcodes were our desire to constantly for second year running, are
introduced and
2008
adapt for the needs of our included in the Leicester version
Sidney Smith gave customers. of Monopoly and climb to 51st
the parent company
the famous 'wrong'
postcode of LE2 7PB.
SBS opens its 6th
Branch based in
2018 in the Top 200 Companies in
Leicestershire.
Wrong because it didn't Smethwick which is The most northern
mirror the adjacent well placed to service branch to date is
buildings, but instead the Birmingham & West opened in Gateshead,
his house located 900 Midlands region. 2008 Newcastle, along with
yards away. The incorrect also sees the launch of a tube distribution
postcode stood the test of SBS on the web. centre in Birmingham.
time up until 2019 when Smith Brothers wins the
it changed to LE2 7QJ. coveted award of Wholesaler/
Distributor of the Year at the
Chelsea Harbour Hotel in
London.
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DELIVERING FOR
DEFINING YOU, BETTER TO...
ABOUT SBS
ABOUT SBS
NOT THE
OUR BUSINESS
SHAREHOLDER
SBS is one of the oldest and, more recently, one of the
largest independent merchants operating from within the BE INDEPENDENT?
UK directly focusing on supplying to the commercial and Smith Brothers remain flexible
industrial mechanical services sector. and decisive responding to
every situation by having no ties
The core business specialises in the SBS can offer added value over its and remaining off the political merry-go-
distribution of pipework, valves, air competitors in a multitude of ways. By round which can plague multi-billion pound
conditioning along with all associated drawing from our close relationships with companies. Customers aren’t just an account
fittings and ancillaries. The business has our carefully selected and quality assured number, we genuinely hope you grow alongside
extensively increased both its product suppliers, by maintaining excellent stock HAVE HISTORY? ourselves creating history and success together. Our
portfolio and geographical coverage levels at all branches and thus reducing objectives will always be to surpass expectations for our
Being an established merchant
since the turn of the millennium. With supplier lead times. In turn we can customers, staff, industry and not simply the shareholders.
in the industry means we have years
branch coverage across the spine of provide unrivalled levels of service of experience to draw on. The company
England and Wales, including Head along with competitive pricing. has a large portfolio of testimonials and INDIVIDUALS NOT ACCOUNT
Office based in Blaby Leicester, we
are able to meet our customers service
Our investment strategy for sustainable case studies from customers and projects alike, NUMBERS & CASH COWS
growth, along with our commitment highlighting the added value we can give our
commitments, our brand promise since customers. While reputation is an intangible concept,
to the branch expansion programme
1897. SBS should be the number one it can often be seen as a company’s greatest strength.
and product range development, are
choice for the mechanical services Nothing demonstrates Smith Brothers reputation better than
06 just some of the reasons behind the 07
contractor that relies on quality of service our continued growth since the turn of the millennium.
unprecedented success of the business,
combined with competitive pricing.
OPEN resulting in turnover increasing to over
£115 million per annum today. WITH OVER 100 YEARS OF
1897 Through the development of our people EXPERIENCE, COMES EXPERTISE
ONE OF THE OLDEST AND
and product range, with the support of
our suppliers, shareholders and parent
AND CREDIBILITY
LARGEST INDEPENDENT
15
MERCHANTS company, we shall maintain our desire to
surpass our customers’ expectations with
a level of service that will continually add
value to their changing needs…
Steve Smith
REMAIN UNDER FAMILY OWNERSHIP?
DEPOTS INCLUDING HQ Managing Director Having 5th generation family members in the business
& TUBE DISTRIBUTION gives the stability and commitment to our customers and staff
CENTRE that Smith Brothers will be around for another 100 years and is not
+
£115m
merely an evolving purchasable asset. The company is going from
strength to strength capitalising on its strong financial position opening
eight branches, two distribution centres and relocating six branches since
the recession back in 2007!!
£
TURNOVER
EXCELLENT
STOCK LEVELS
PER ANNUM YOU WILL NEVER HEAR;
“WE SHALL “SORRY, BUT THAT’S NOT IN
MAINTAIN OUR MY JOB DESCRIPTION”
DESIRE TO SURPASS
COMPETITIVE PRICING
OUR CUSTOMERS’
1
& QUALITY
SERVICE EXPECTATIONS WITH
no. A LEVEL OF SERVICE
THAT WILL
CHOICE FOR CONTINUALLY
MECHANICAL SERVICE
CONTRACTORS ADD VALUE TO THEIR
CHANGING NEEDS”
Steve Smith, Managing Director
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.uk
SERVICE &
ABOUT SBS
ABOUT SBS
EXPERTISE
BRANCH EXPANSION PROGRAMME INCREASING GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE SUSTAINABILITY TRANSPORT DEVELOPMENT Our dedicated transport team ensure all NATIONAL PRODUCT SPECIALIST
branches have a range of transportation
The head office and tube distribution Giving better flexibility for our Like most companies, we are keen to To maintain service excellence significant The business growth and product
options, from large lorries with Hiab
centre are strategically placed in Blaby customers, wherever the project grow and continue to capitalise on investment has been made into our range expansion has meant investment
cranes or tail lifts to small box vans. To
and Smethwick respectively. Our is located. our successes, however SBS will never transport department giving greater in specialist personnel working in a
meet small back orders or final balances
carefully selected branch locations give jeopardise current business operations flexibility for our customers. Our fleet of national role overseeing product sales
ADDING DEPTH TO STOCK to complete a project, we also offer
us a great presence across the spine by over-stretching ourselves for vehicles have continually reduced CO 2 and responsibility. For the customers this
In both quantities & range, shortening a courier service to make sure our
of England and Wales. The coverage a quick success. emissions over the years making sure has meant more knowledgeable staff
lead times for our customers. customers are never let down.
and geographical positions are heavily our vehicles conform to the ‘low emission along with a key person as one point of
based around being able to support our IMPROVING THE TRANSPORT CAPABILITIES zone’ which started operation in 2008 Our high standards have been contact. For product areas like pumps,
customers with the high level of service administered by the Transport for externally verified by ‘FORS’, a fleet a key contact is vital to ensure success
With a larger fleet we can manipulate
which have formed our foundation London. The guidelines mean our vehicle operator recognition scheme. The from quote to delivery with detailed
the vehicles to maximise our
of 120+ years of successful trading. fleet conform to the Euro 6 standards set. scheme aims to improve safety and product knowledge to answer any
operational capacity.
SBS have and will continue to make reduce environment impact with our questions which may arise.
WIDENING KNOWLEDGE Our branches are following suit transport giving SBS tangible evidence
efforts widening our network with the
improving their green credentials. The of our hard work and development in The product areas with national
expansion programme aiming to: With all staff, we actively encourage
latest branch relocation (Rainham) has this area. More recently our vehicles specialists are highlighted below
sharing of best practice, product
six EV charging points. Other areas of have been fitted with audio indicator and they are available for site visits,
knowledge and continued training.
the business which have improved are; siren, side and rear cameras along with meetings or simply on call to offer
STAFFING introduction of the bike2work scheme, in-cab recording which has resulted in support when and however it is
Various staff are trained in multiple job purchases of hybrid vehicles and SBS being upgraded to Silver standard required;
08 roles along with being able to cover paperless technology. on the scheme in 2017. Look out for 09
• Pumps
in different branches if emergencies or the FORS sticker when you next see
operational demands require. an SBS vehicle. • Air Conditioning
• Isotubi, Frabo & AQ MLCP System
• A-C & Refrigeration Ancillaries
• Renewables
SBS PROMISE
We make no secret of the promises we make
to our customers when talking to the building
services industry. By being transparent it not
only guarantees stakeholder backing,
but also notifies our support network from
suppliers to delivery drivers, the level of
performance we expect.
Our promises breakdown into 3 areas;
STAFF STOCK SERVICE
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SBS PROMISE
ABOUT SBS
ABOUT SBS
KNOWLEDGE & COMMITMENT
STAFF STOCK SERVICE
One of the key areas to our success Whilst others may look to reduce stock No secret has ever been made that our
has been the investment in people levels to improve cash flow or minimise vision since the company was founded
throughout the business. Committed, investment, SBS still remain committed to was to offer value through service.
helpful and product knowledgeable hold high levels of core product stock. Making sure our customers never fall
staff with excellent reputations within This ensures we are able to support our short on their commitments, which will SBS ALWAYS
the industry have been key to trade counters whilst being able to draw hopefully lead to them having a long
maintaining our success. from such reserve to support different and successful trading history like AIM TO KEEP
Building upon those foundations the stages within a project or even a site ours. We have personnel dedicated
business works closely with suppliers so ‘take off’. Our service and stock has on to making sure all our branches have THE CUSTOMER
information, training and relationships many occasions fulfilled project work or the facilities on hand to meet demands
are maintained at a high level for the back orders after customers have been of the external climate. Whether it INFORMED FROM
benefit of the customer. With over 100 let down elsewhere. On average each be branch cranes, mezz floors, extra
years of experience, comes expertise branch hold a minimum of one million racking or extra investment in vehicles START TO FINISH.
and credibility. product stock holding, with the business to increase delivery options and reduce
having over 20,000+ stocked product lead times, SBS will do whatever
lines nationwide. is required. Smith Brothers keep the
customer informed from start to finish
aiming to supply, support and surpass
your expectations.
10 11
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OUR BRANCHES
LOCATIONS
LOCATIONS
12 13
BIRMINGHAM BRISTOL CARDIFF HEATHROW (LONDON WEST) LEEDS LEICESTER
Unit 4 Alpha Park Unit B St Vincents Trading Estate Unit 2 Dominions Way Trading Estate Unit 2 Pier Road Unit 1 Quantum Business Park 99 Commercial Square
Bevan Way Feeder Road Newport Road Feltham Pontefract Road Freeman's Common Industrial Estate
Smethwick Bristol Cardiff Greater London Stourton Leicester
West Midlands BS2 0UY Wales TW14 0TW Leeds LE2 7SR
B66 1BZ CF24 1RF LS10 1AX
T: 0117 947 1111 T: 0203 856 5620 T: 0116 222 7355
T: 0121 555 1900 E: bristol@sbs.co.uk T: 0292 167 1250 E: heathrow@sbs.co.uk T: 0113 201 4222 E: leicester@sbs.co.uk
E: birmingham@sbs.co.uk E: cardiff@sbs.co.uk E: leeds@sbs.co.uk
OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES
OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES Monday to Friday OPENING TIMES
Monday to Friday Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday Trade Counter 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday Trade Counter 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday Trade Counter 7am to 5pm
Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Trade Counter 7am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm
Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm
KEY INFORMATION Saturday
KEY INFORMATION Saturday
KEY INFORMATION 8am to 11:30am Trade Counter Only
KEY INFORMATION • Vast Daikin stocks with air 8am to 11:30am Trade Counter Only
• Large modern trade counter
• M
odern facility due to • Air conditioning & ancillary stockist conditioning ancillaries KEY INFORMATION
• Easy reach to M32, M4 & M5 KEY INFORMATION
recent relocation • Q
uick access to centre of Cardiff
• Stocks well in excess of one million • Strategic west London location • Large Daikin and air conditioning
and A48 • E
xcellent location just off
• Easy reach into the heart including air conditioning ancillaries ancillary stock
of Birmingham • Stainless press-fit stockist • Ultra modern unit with large trade junction 44 of M1
counter and car park • 1
0 minutes from J21 of M1 located
• All key product lines stocked • Large trade counter near stadiums of LCFC &
in depth Leicester Tigers
• 2
2,000+ sq ft unit powered by
over 200+ solar PV panels • Same day deliveries available on
request (extra charges may apply)
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LOCATIONS
LOCATIONS
14 15
MERSEYSIDE NEWCASTLE NORTHAMPTON OLDHAM PETERBOROUGH RAINHAM (LONDON EAST)
Unit 6 Turbine Road Unit C11 The Avenues Unit 3 Reynoldston Close Units A & B, Vulcan Business Park Empson Road Unit 3 Avocet Park
Tranmere Eleventh Avenue North Brackmills Industrial Estate Derker Street Eastern Industry Ferry Lane North
Birkenhead Team Valley Northampton Oldham Peterborough Rainham
Wirral Gateshead NN4 7BX OL1 4AS PE1 5UP Essex
CH41 9BA NE11 0NJ
T: 0160 476 3621 T: 0161 621 6288 T: 0173 331 1711 T: 0170 868 9900
T: 0151 541 6440 T: 0191 917 9922 E: northampton@sbs.co.uk E: oldham@sbs.co.uk E: peterborough@sbs.co.uk E: london@sbs.co.uk
E: merseyside@sbs.co.uk E: newcastle@sbs.co.uk
OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES
OPENING TIMES OPENING TIMES Monday to Friday Monday to Friday Monday to Friday Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday Monday to Friday Trade Counter 7.30am to 5pm Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Trade Counter 7am to 5pm
Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Trade Counter 7:30am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 7:30am to 5pm
Sales Office 8am to 5pm Sales Office 8am to 5pm Saturday Saturday
8am to 11:30am Trade Counter Only KEY INFORMATION KEY INFORMATION
8am to 11:30am Trade Counter Only
KEY INFORMATION KEY INFORMATION
• Stainless specialists • Ideal location for trade counter
• H
andpicked start -up team • C
lose by to A1 and 5 miles away KEY INFORMATION KEY INFORMATION collections in to London from
• A
ble to cover the East of England
with a combined 150+ years from city centre • R
enewable unit with both a biomass • L arge warehouse with a wide range the east
as far as Ipswich & Norwich
industry experience & PV solar panel installation and in-depth stock
• Over 22,000 sq ft of premises • S
ame-day and Saturday morning
• Extremely efficient trade counter
• S
trategically located by the • Out of hours secure collection box • Excellent at project take offs deliveries available (extra charges
• M
odern unit with large car park and
Birkenhead tunnel to service the may apply)
warehouse space • Located 5 minutes of J15 off M1 • Easy reach to M62 & M60
North West & North Wales
just of the A45 • Large modern unit newly relocated
• Ultra modern facilities
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OUR SUPPLY PARTNERS
LOCATIONS
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SOUTHAMPTON HEAD OFFICE TUBE DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Unit 3 St. Georges Industrial Estate Unit V2 Winchester Avenue Unit 1 Alpha Park
Goodwood Road Blaby Bevan Way
Boyatt Wood Leicester Smethwick
Eastleigh LE8 4GZ Birmingham
Southampton B66 1BZ
T: 0116 222 7330
SO50 4NT
E: head.office@sbs.co.uk OPENING TIMES
T: 0238 062 3070
OPENING TIMES Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pm
E: southampton@sbs.co.uk
Monday to Friday KEY INFORMATION
OPENING TIMES Distribution Centre 7am to 5pm
Monday to Friday Accounts 7:30am to 5pm • Surplus tube stock at central
Trade Counter 7am to 5pm location for easy distribution
Sales Office 7:30am to 5pm KEY INFORMATION
• Focus on stainless, steel and carbon
• Inter-branch transport system tube in 3 & 6 metre lengths
KEY INFORMATION
to support the branch network
• Two full length tube bays
• Early opening hours
• M
ultiple departments under one fully stocked
• Located just off M3 & near M27 roof, all customer focused helping
to deliver service excellence
• M
oving to newer, bigger and better
premises in 2020 • No trade counter or order facility
by customers from this location
D RA I NA G E SY STEM S
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STAKEHOLDER TESTIMONIALS CASE STUDIES
ABOUT SBS
ABOUT SBS
JCW have been well supported by Smith Brothers Stores for a number
CUSTOMER BUXTON CRESENT SPA & THEMAL SPA
years. Their Leicester branch have provided us with expertise, pre-sale
Vinci Contruction UK ran the ensuring the associated energy
knowledge, on-time deliveries and excellent technical after care. OWNER costs are minimised. The PEX-Al-PEX
project on the hotel, spa and
This family owned business goes the extra mile to make sure our HIGH PEAK BOROUGH & DERBYSHIRE
pump room which now runs construction provides long life and
expectations are met and beyond. I would definitely rate them COUNTY COUNCIL durability with excellent warranties
a visitor experience for the to give the client and public-sector
five out of five stars for their excellent service. We have CLIENT
general public.
VINCI CONSTRUCTION UK bodies piece of mind.
been dealing with SBS now for 6 years.
SUPPLIER LOCATION Having been empty for many years Utilising the ‘Multicalor’ pipe, which
the restoration and redevelopment is available on coils (with no re-coil/
BUXTON, DERBYSHIRE
5 years into our partnership Mick Stevenson, National Installations Manager, of the Hotel & Spa was a major memory when straighten) up to
PROJECT DURATION project. It presented considerable
with Smith Brothers Stores, I JCW Energy Services Ltd. 40 WEEKS construction challenges involving
32mm diameter, has enabled the
routing of pipes to be made with
have nothing but praise for their Customer rating: PROJECT VALUE specialist contractors trusted in minimal disturbance to existing
professional approach and endeavour 46 MILLION returning this magnificent building to structure. Although the pipe is
across all aspects of the organisation. its former glory. Retaining original and flexible enough to facilitate this,
CONTRACTOR important features required careful due to its 5-layer composition with
The directors and internal staff; whom I am IMTECH planning during the project works. a fully welded aluminium centre
speaking to on a weekly basis are a credit to SERVICES USED core, it retains sufficient rigidity so
It was partly due to the specific
the business and really give the business a personal MECHANICAL & PLUMBING challenges of the project that Imtech, as to prevent excessive expansion
touch. Coupling this with the procedures that they the M&E services provider, decided usually associated with a non-metallic
have in place ensure our partnership remains extremely PRODUCTS SUPPLIED to incorporate the Aquatechnik Safety pipework system. The end result is
System into their solution for the an impressive building conforming to
18 successful. Over the past five years I have worked with SBS • Aquatechnik System modern building standards.
19
heating and potable water distribution
on various innovative projects which have been incredibly • MEP Tool Hire
system. The unique features of the
successful and I look forward to many more successful system satisfied the challenges of
years with them. the project due to its ability to meet
the demands of long pipe runs with
Simon Barber, Sales Manager,
STAFF MEMBER minimal joints, along with easy
and quick installation. The full-bore
SBS work in ways which are fitting system provides improved
Blue Rock Systems Ltd.
fresh, inventive & innovative. flow rates over other similar systems
Supplier rating: Responsibility is given to all staff
to empower us to take ownership of
any promises we make. We can pick up
the phone to any Director at any time and
decisions are made quickly, efficiently and without
PRINT HALL - LEEDS CITY COLLEGE
fuss. The flexibility given to staff ensures a rapid With the building still being
LOCATION
response to any important customer requirements. The LEEDS relatively new the work
team at Leeds has grown from the initial 5 staff to now over required was to complete
PROJECT DURATION
35, I still work with the same people I did 14 years ago!! We 6 WEEKS (PHASE 1) unfinished snagging work
were originally just work colleagues & acquaintances, but over time along with updating the
CONTRACTOR
have now become firm friends, we all work hard and enjoy socialising SEWELL GROUP existing system to perform to
after work too. I’ve found over the years that treating people as you wish the required standard.
MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR
to be treated yourself has created a vibrant workplace where all staff feel G&H GROUP OF COMPANIES The greatest challenge was completing
valued and an essential member of the SBS team. The resulting environment (I work within the schedule given meaning
PROJECT VALUE merchant deliveries and stock had to be
believe) has more than contributed to the growth & success we have all experienced 0.6 MILLION spot on to meet such demanding time
here at Smith Brothers along with making the workplace an enjoyable place to be. scales. The first challenge was to identify
SERVICES USED
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL the services already in place to avoid
duplication and install complementary
Peter Bradshaw, Commercial Manager (Leeds), Smith Brothers Stores Ltd. systems or adapt existing ones wherever
PRODUCTS SUPPLIED
Staff rating: possible to make them more efficient
• Press-fit Copper and avoid unnecessary additional costs.
• SBS Dosing Pot The project was completed on time
• Brannan Gauges and within budget which helped the
• Bracketry contractor secure a subsequent further
3 phases at the college.
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukMETAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
STEEL TUBE
SBS distribute both cold formed and hot finished tube
of the highest standard (EN10255/EN10217-1) both
robust and reliable to meet all requirements relevant to its
application or pressure. Remaining true to only offering
quality products, our stocked steel tube is British Standard,
duel certified CE-marked to meet the construction products
directive (CPD) and pressure equipment directive (PED). API
METAL PIPE
tube available in shed 40, 80, 160 and standard weight
plain ended in full randoms.
SIZE: EN10255: 8mm (1⁄4”) to 150mm (6”)
API: 8mm (1⁄4”) to 900mm (36”)
SYSTEMS
CONNECTION: Screwed & socketed, plain end, grooved
FINISH: Galvanised, red, self colour (upon request)
LENGTHS: Full & half randoms available
WEIGHT: Medium, heavy
For tube size, weight & thickness refer to the vital statistics section.
A WIDE RANGE OF TUBES, FLANGES AND FITTINGS MADE FROM COPPER, CARBON
STEEL AND STAINLESS STEEL. THE TECHNIQUE TO JOIN THE PRODUCTS VARIES AND
MATERIALS USED OFTEN DEPENDS ON APPLICATION/APPROVALS ALONG WITH THE
20 SUBSTANCE BEING TRANSPORTED. 21
OUR VITAL STATISTICS SECTION IS A USEFUL GUIDE TO HELP DETERMINE WHICH
MALLEABLE IRON FITTINGS
PRODUCTS ARE BEST SUITED IN DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS HOWEVER FINAL
RELIANCE ON INFORMATION LIES WITH THE CLIENT, ALWAYS CONSULT WITH THE
MANUFACTURER WHERE NECESSARY.
A comprehensive range of British Standard (BS EN 10242)
malleable iron fittings are available from stock including
one’s which are kite-marked certified if required.
SIZE: 6mm (1⁄8”) to 150mm (6”) depending on fitting
CONNECTION: Taper/taper and taper/
parallel threads available
TEMPERATURE: -20˚C to 320˚C
PRESSURE: 25 bar (max working pressure)
FINISH: Black, galvanised
For comparison code numbers of each fitting please
view the vital statistics section.
STAINLESS STEEL TUBE & FITTINGS
COPPER TUBE
STEEL TUBE ENDFEED/ENDBRAZE
MALLEABLE IRON FITTINGS SOLDER RING
FLANGES COMPRESSION
WELDING FITTINGS PRESS CONNECTION SYSTEMS
MILD STEEL & FORGED STEEL EXPANSION & FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS
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Gaskets & joint rings: 15mm (1⁄2”) to 900mm (36”) design, as well as simplified inspection and maintenance for the life of any system.
CONNECTION: Screwed, slip-on, weld-neck, blank to BS10, ANSI, With more than 4,000 employees and 55 international facilities, Victaulic helps customers in over 120 countries succeed
EN 1092-1 (BS4504) plate, forged in the global construction industry. From the tallest buildings to the deepest mines, customers trust the products used to
FINISH: Black, galvanised increase overall system durability in the most demanding construction projects and operating conditions.
For flange charts please refer to the vital statistics section. SIZE: Diameter: 32mm (11⁄4”) to 305mm (12”)
CONNECTION: Grooved
TEMPERATURE: -30˚C to 120˚C
FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS – FOR EXPANSION,
RIGID COUPLINGS – FOR GENERAL USE DEFLECTION AND OR VIBRATION ATTENUATION
QuickVicTM – Small Diameter Large Diameter – QuickVic – Small Diameter Large Diameter –
Installation-ReadyTM Style 07 AGS Installation-Ready Style 77 AGS
WELDING FITTINGS
Style 107N RIGID RIGID Style W07 Style 177N FLEXIBLE FLEXIBLE Style W77
dn50–dn300 dn25–dn40 dn350–dn2000 dn50–dn200 dn20–dn40 dn350–dn2000
2" – 12" 1" – 1½" 14" – 50" 2" – 8" & dn250–dn300 14" – 78"
¾" – 1½" & 10" – 12"
A wide selection of butt weld fittings from stock to BS EN10253 (BS1965)
22 23
to ASTM A234WPB (BS1640) in standard Weight and XS.
SIZE: 15mm ( 1⁄2”) to 600mm (24”)
WEIGHT: Medium, heavy, standard weight & XS Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised
EPDM or Nitrile EPDM or Nitrile EPDM or Nitrile EPDM or Nitrile EPDM or Nitrile EPDM or Nitrile
Gasket Gasket Gasket Gasket Gasket Gasket
Tech Sub – 06.21 Tech Sub – 06.02 Tech Sub – 16.11 Tech Sub – 06.24 Tech Sub – 06.04 Tech Sub – 16.12
FITTINGS & FLANGE CONNECTIONS (¾” – 24”)
All fittings and flange No. 10 No. 11 No. 12 No. 13 No. 20
connections are 90° Elbow 45° Elbow 22½° Elbow 11¼° Elbow Equal Tee
available Painted
or Galvanised, Tech
Sub – 07.01, unless
MILD STEEL & FORGED STEEL
otherwise stated.
A full range of mild steel BS EN10241 (BS1740) fittings in stock with availability No. 25 – Grooved No. 29T – Threaded No. 50 No. 51 No.60 No.60 – End Cap
Reducing Tee Reducing Tee Concentric Reducer Eccentric Reducer End Cap with BSP Outlet
of forged steel fittings to ANSI B16.11 (BS3799).
Concentric or
Eccentric
SIZE: Mild steel: 6mm ( ⁄8”) to 150mm (6”)
1
Forged steel: 15mm ( 1⁄2”) to 100mm (4”)
CONNECTION: NPT, BSP, socket weld end connections
FINISH: Mild steel & forged steel
No. 40 – Nipple No. 80 Style 920N Style 741 No. 41-DN
Female Thread Mechanical-T Flange Adaptor or 45RE
Groove x Male
Thread BSP Adaptor Groove x BSP Female Thread
Female Thread BSP
Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised Painted or Galvanised
Tech Sub – 11.02 Tech Sub – 06.06 Tech Sub – 07.01
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukFLEXIBLE GAS PIPING STAINLESS STEEL TUBE & FITTINGS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
TRACPIPE (OMEGAFLEX) Smith Brothers supply all of the commonly required forms of stainless steel with a
full range of pipe, fittings, flanges and fixings for a wide range of applications.
In addition to a comprehensive range of standard products, specific items often
TracPipe stainless steel semi-rigid gas piping system is used on commercial referred to as ‘specials’ can be ordered with numerous specialist products and
and residential projects for LPG or natural gas from the meter to the appliance. alloys satisfying the needs of a broad range of industries.
TracPipe is BSi Kitemarked and approved to BS7838 and EN15266, and
is supplied in long lengths, which can be bent by hand (so no elbows are Tubes sold are from companies conforming to BSI standards and virtually all tube
required, and the number of joints is greatly reduced). The AutoFlare end fittings will be embossed with the following information;
are simply attached without any special tools or hot work. • Nominal pipe size (nominal bore)
TracPipe is considered a faster and easier install option when compared to • Schedule (wall thickness)
copper or steel, reducing the total cost of the installation. The flexible system
allows for simple routing through buildings with pre-marked metre markings for • Specification
easy measuring of coils. • Grade
• Method of manufacture (seamless or welded)
SIZE: 12mm (DN12: 3⁄8”) to 50mm (DN50: 2”) • Heat number
CONNECTION: AutoFlare • Manufacturer’s name or symbol
PRESSURE: Working pressures to 75mbar for: 1st (manufactured gases),
2nd (natural gases), 3rd (LPG-propane, butane) family gases
FINISH: Yellow
PIPES
LENGTHS: Various length coils
ASTM A312 Welded Pipes Grades 304 and 316L
• 6mm (¼”) to 300mm (12”) NB schedule thicknesses from Sch. 5s to Sch. 80
24 GASTITE 25
ASTM A269 Seamless Pipes Grades 304 and 316L
• Metric and Imperial sizes
The flexible gas piping system is able to transport natural gas or liquefied
petroleum gas to appliances. Simple hand tools such as tubing cutters, wrenches EN10217-7
and utility knives are all that are needed to work with the system, which is fully
approved to BS7838 with Kitemark certification. Gastite offers flexibility and • 60.3mm to 323.9mm (OD) Hygienic Pipes to BS4825 and ISO
durability with easy routing through complex building structures and designs standards, Descaled and Polished finishes Gr 316
with coils pre-marked by the metre for easy measuring and installation. • ½” to 6” OD
SIZE: 12mm (DN15: ½”) to 50mm (DN50: 2”)
APPLICATION: CSST
FINISH: Yellow
FITTINGS
BSP threaded fittings to ISO 4144 150lb
LENGTHS: Various length coils
Butt-Weld fittings to ANSI B16.9
GFS (GAS FLEX SYSTEMS) Flanges to ASA/BS10/BSEN1092-1 Slip-On Weld and BSP
Hygienic Fittings with IDF and RJT connections BS48258 pt 5 and BS4825 pt 4
GFS stainless steel semi-rigid gas piping system is used on commercial and
residential projects for LPG or natural gas from the meter to the appliance. It has
a unique patented Push & Seal design and is also BSi Kitemarked and approved We also supply stainless steel;
to BS7838 and EN15266 standards. It is supplied in long coils, can be bent
• Ball Valves (2 piece and 3-piece)
by hand, no elbows are required, and the number of joints is greatly reduced.
The fittings are simply attached without any special tools or hot work. • Dosing Pots and Filtration
The flexible system allows for simple routing through buildings with • Grooved Systems (Victaulic)
pre-marked metre markings for easy measuring of coils.
• Press Connection Systems (Isotubi)
• Nuts, Bolts, Support Systems and Ancillaries
SIZE: 15mm (DN15: ½”) to 50mm (DN50: 2”)
PIPES: Stainless steel 1.4404
APPLICATION: GAS
CONNECTION: Patented Push & Seal fittings
FINISH: Yellow
LENGTHS: Various length coils
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukCOPPER TUBE
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
ENDFEED/ENDBRAZE
PLUMBING Manufactured in copper and brass, the WRAS approved product complies
with international standards being made to EN 1254 (BS864). Each fitting
Plumbing copper for both commercial and domestic use
is made within an ISO9001 environment and comes with a 25 year guarantee
is all supplied to EN 1057 (BS2871) in plain tube and
against manufacturing defects when installed in accordance with the
coils, as well as plastic coated and chrome plated options
manufacturer’s guidelines.
when required. Strength and reliability is assured with
virtually all stocked copper supported by Kitemark, ISO
9001 and CE certifications along with a minimum 25 SIZE: Endfeed: 6mm to 54mm
year guarantee, meaning Smith Brothers sources quality Endbraze: 67mm to 159mm
copper from leading manufacturers.
CONNECTION: Endfeed
SIZE: 6mm to 219mm
FINISH: Chrome plated, plastic coated, table Y, table X,
table W, medical gas, MiniBore
LENGTHS: 3m, 6m lengths, various other coils & lengths
available upon request
SOLDER RING
AIR CONDITIONING The WRAS approved fittings are manufactured in copper and brass, complying
Refrigeration and air conditioning copper all complies to with international standards and made to EN 1254 (BS864). A ring of high
EN 12735-1 supported by an ISO 9001 environment and quality lead free solder is located in each fitting which comes with a 25
are designed specifically for the industry being cleaned, year guarantee against manufacturing defects when installed in accordance
26 nitrogen-purged and capped before SBS receive delivery. with manufacturer’s guidelines. Each fitting is made within an ISO9001 27
Available in both straight lengths and coils to various gauges environment ensuring quality management is present.
(SWG), it is available along with a range of ancillaries and
refrigerant gas to support your air conditioning installation
SIZE: 6mm to 67mm
and maintenance projects.
CONNECTION: Solder ring
• COILS: ” to ”
• GAUGE: 19 to 22
• LENGTHS: ” to 4 ”
• GAUGE: 11 to 21
• COILS: 6m, 15m & 30m
• LENGTHS: 3m & 6m
COMPRESSION
FIELDS OF APPLICATION Compression fittings create a mechanical joint when tightening the nut,
compressing the ring onto the tube. This range of fittings can be used with
• Drinking water • Sanitation
a variety of materials including light gauge plain and chrome plated
• Gas • Air Conditioning copper tube, stainless steel, carbon steel tube, PEX, PB and polyethylene pipe.
The fittings are WRAS approved to EN1254 (BS864) and come with a full
• Central heating • Refrigeration
manufacturer’s guarantee.
• Hot & cold water
For tube thickness and maximum working pressures please refer to the vital statistics section. SIZE: 6mm to 159mm
CONNECTION: Compression
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukPRESS CONNECTION SYSTEMS PRESS CONNECTION SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
Smith Brothers offer a comprehensive and flexible range of press systems for all modern building services providing customers
with an easy, fast, cost effective and reliable jointing solution. Leak path, heat free and long guarantees are a few features of
ISOTUBI
the technology which can be used in a wide variety of applications. With stainless, copper and carbon systems along with
the ability to press on to 4” NB thick walled steel, the scope for application is wider than ever. If a multi-layer press system is With over 30 years of stainless steel manufacturing and global experience, Isotubi offer a stainless steel press solution for
required, view the Emmeti product or the flared mechanical system Aquatechnik. Both are located within the plastic pipe both gas and water (BSi & WRAS Approved) through their Numepress system which meets EN 10312 standards. It is
system section. available from 15mm to 168.3mm with a maximum working pressure of 16 bar along with a 25 year warranty.
Typical Applications; Heating, Drinking Water, Fire Protection, Gas, Solar, Compressed Air, Oil The M profile product is suitable, providing the correct O-ring is used, for steam, drinking water, solar, gas, compressed
air and other applications.
Please note: Jaw profiles can vary between manufacturer and some ranges are limited on size. Refer to pipe application tables in vital statistics to
compare all press systems available. With annual press fitting production approaching four million from the factory based in Barcelona, Spain, quality is assured
with Isotubi, a global brand and leader in stainless steel.
KEY INFORMATION
TUBE: 6m lengths available in 304 and 316L
VIEGA FITTINGS: 316L
BLACK (EPDM) O-RING: -20°C to 110°C
The V profile system has a wide application range with SC-Contur
(leak-path) feature and includes Megapress, capable of pressing thick GREEN (FKM) O-RING: -20°C to 200°C
walled steel pipe up to 4” NB with the facility to also transport gas RED (FKM) O-RING: -10°C to 200°C
(HNBR yellow o-ring).
YELLOW (HNBR) O-RING: -20°C to 70°C
MEGAPRESS (STEEL)
28 The only thick walled press system available with sizes from ” to 4” 29
which can be used on seamless, welded, black, galvanised, epoxy-resin
coated and industrially painted pipes. Comes with 25 year warranty,
will work up to a maximum pressure of 16 bar and can also be used on
gas applications.
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
BLACK O-RING: -5°C to 110°C
YELLOW O-RING: -20°C to 70°C (only up to 2”)
PRESTABO (CARBON)
Cost effective system with a size range of 12mm to 108mm. Temperature
capacity going from -5°C to 110°C with pressures up to 16 bar and 5
year warranty.
SANPRESS INOX (STAINLESS)
WRAS approved and gas safe (FKM yellow o-ring) with a 25 year
warranty with a size range of 15 to 108mm.
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
BLACK O-RING: -5°C to 110°C up to 16 bar
YELLOW O-RING: -20°C to 70°C up to 5 bar
PROFIPRESS (COPPER AND GUNMETAL)
WRAS approved, gas safe (FKM yellow o-ring) and suitable for solar
(FKM matt black o-ring) with a 25 year warranty.
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
BLACK O-RING: -5°C to 110°C, up to 16 bar, 12mm to 108mm
YELLOW O-RING: -20°C to 70°C, up to 5 bar, 12mm to 64mm
MATT BLACK O-RING: 0°C to 140°C, up to 16 bar, 12mm to 35mm
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukPRESS CONNECTION SYSTEMS PRESS CONNECTION SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
PEGLER YORKSHIRE (XPRESS) FRABO
Xpress is the complete M profile press-fit system from Pegler Yorkshire offering leak before press and various approvals in a With over 50 years of manufacturing experience, Frabo offers a wide range of press fittings in copper and carbon steel for
diverse range suitable for most installation environments. A brief overview of their range is listed below: different applications, both compatible with M Profile jaws, the press fitting technique provides easy and fast joints. Frabo
press fittings have been designed to guarantee performance in the most testing conditions, resistant against pulling forces and
torsional stresses, therefore providing a safe and long-lasting system. All press fittings from 12 to 54mm are equipped with
SECURFRABO patented system which allows any un-pressed fitting to be detected during a leakage test.
COPPER - H2O SECURFRABO
WRAS approved suitable for different water applications thanks
to the high performance black O-Ring EPDM seal. All fittings are
equipped with SECURFRABO patented system.
SIZE: 12mm to 54mm
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
BLACK O-RING: -10°C to 110°C up to 16 bars
COPPER
BSI Kitemark (BS 8537:2010) and WRAS approved system is suitable for solar (Viton green o-ring) and comes with a 25 COPPER - XL SIZE
year warranty. The chrome plated range is also available for visible pipework. The system is WRAS approved ideal for commercial projects
SIZE: 12mm to 108mm (54mm for solar, Viton green o-ring) distributing all types of water (EPDM black O-ring), especially
useful in large civil and industrial installations.
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
30 SIZE: 66.7mm to 108mm 31
BLACK O-RING: -20°C to 110°C up to 16 bar
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
GREEN O-RING: -20°C to 200°C up to 10 bar
BLACK O-RING: -10°C to 110°C up to 16 bars
CARBON
Cost effective system with a size range of 15mm to 108mm. Temperature capacity going from -35°C to 135°C with pressures CARBON STEEL - SECURFRABO
up to 16 bar and 5 year warranty. Plastic coated and internally galvanised tube range available along with 67mm sizes. The carbon-steel system (pipe & fittings) is corrosion resistant
through zinc-plating treatment with high-performance EPDM
STAINLESS O-ring. Value for money, lightness, practicality and speed of use
make the carbon steel SECURFRABO the ideal solution in closed
A WRAS approved and gas safe (HNBR yellow o-ring) system which can be used for water purification by reverse osmosis circuit installations. All fittings are equipped with SECURFRABO
and where high levels of hydrogen sulphide are present. The size range is from 15mm to 108mm complete with a 25 year patented system.
warranty.
SIZE: 15mm to 54mm
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
BLACK O-RING: -35°C to 135°C up to 16 bar
BLACK O-RING: -10°C to 110°C up to 16 bars
YELLOW O-RING: -20°C to 70°C up to 1 bar inside and up to 5 bar outside
POWERPRESS CARBON STEEL - XL SIZE
The VSH PowerPress product range is a press system designed for thick wall steel pipe according to EN10255, EN10220 The carbon-steel system (pipe & fittings) is corrosion resistant
and ASTM A53, A106, A135, A795 (schedule 10 to 40) standards. The system can help with installation times and a clean through zinc plating treatment with high-performance EPDM
working environment. The standard fittings are fitted with an EPDM profiled O-ring with a ‘leak before press’ feature which leak O-ring. The most useful areas of application include closed
water under pressure testing if not pressed. circuit systems in buildings or large civil and industrial works.
SIZE: 66.7mm to 108mm
Advantages:
TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE
• Professional press tools • Clear identification of materials and dimensions
BLACK O-RING: -10°C to 110°C up to 16 bars
• Simple, fast connection technology • Leak Before Press function
• Fittings from ½" to 2" • Suitable for heating and cooling installations
• Visual press indicator • Full line of valves
• Clear identification of materials and dimensions
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukEXPANSION & FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
METAL PIPE SYSTEMS
PUSH-FIT SYSTEMS
The comprehensive range contains expansion joints (including WRAS
approved), rubber bellows, hoses, anchors and pipe guides which absorb
SHARKBITE
vibrations and noise, compensating for thermal expansion and pressure
differences as well as other kinds of movements. Sharkbite is a low-lead DZR push-fit range from RWC which is
demountable from the pipe with the use of a simple tool. The system
SIZE: Expansion joints: DN 25 to DN 7000 provides quick and easy install in both wet and dry conditions
Bellows: DN 3 to DN 125 with heat free installation, ideal for use where flame jointing is
Hoses & hose assemblies: DN 5 to DN 300 not permitted. All fittings are electrically continuous when used in
conjunction with metal pipes. The material used to manufacture the
CONNECTION: Screwed & socketed, plain end, grooved, flanged, crimped
fittings is low-lead DZR compliant with European Drinking Water
TEMPERATURE: -150°C to 650°C Directive 98/83/EC and is WRAS approved.
PRESSURE: Absolute vacuum to 200 bar
Range: 10mm to 54mm (including ‘slip’ couplings and tees)
ADVANTAGES Fittings suitable for following pipes:
• Vibration resistance • Copper (including chrome copper) pipes to
BE EN 1057 R250 and R290
• Noise Control
• PEX Barrier Pipes to BS7921
• Cleanliness (clean rooms classed ISO 5, 6, 7)
• Polybutylene (PB) pipes to BS7921
• Corrosion resistance, whatever the fluid or environmental conditions
• Galvanised Carbon Steel pipes to EN10305
• Guides, anchors & skids available (as used with Press Systems)
32 33
PEGLER YORKSHIRE (TECTITE)
This WRAS approved push-fit system from Pegler Yorkshire comes in sizes from 10mm to 54mm and provides a heat-free
PRIMOFIT installation with a choice of demountable or non-demountable fittings. When using Tectite flexi-metal, PEX and PB plastic
pipe, the correct support liner must be inserted into the pipe. Ideal for applications as diverse as domestic maintenance,
refurbishment, new build and large scale public sector projects but not available for the use on gas. The fittings can be
used with many different types of materials including; copper tube, Tectite flex-metal, PEX and PB pipe, plus a variety of
A compression fitting made of malleable iron which offers full end load
steel including stainless and carbon.
capability ideal for use within heating, ventilation, air conditioning and even
for gas systems. No special tooling is required and it is perfect for efficiently
CLASSIC
connecting smooth-ended steel and PE pipes. Various sealing materials enable
pressure-proof connections to be made for a wide variety of applications. Manufactured from DZR brass alloy it is compatible with
copper and plastic piping available in sizes from 10mm
SIZE: 15mm (1⁄2”) to 76mm (3”) to 28mm. Ideal for hot and cold water services in low
temperatures, hot water and heating applications.
CONNECTION: Compression
FINISH: Black, galvanised SPRINT
Advantages: Manufactured from copper and DZR brass, Sprint is
available in sizes from 10mm to 54mm, compatible with
• Versatile connection copper and plastic pipe. The range is ideal for hot and
• No special tools required cold water services in low temperatures, hot water and
heating applications.
• Angular deviation possible
• Handy for ‘awkward’ places PRO
• Ability to loosen fitting if required A demountable fitting which is compatible with copper has
a size range of 15mm to 54mm.
316
The stainless steel range with fittings available in sizes from
15mm to 54mm.
Service & Value since 1897 sbs.co.ukPLASTIC PIPE SYSTEMS
PLASTIC PIPE SYSTEMS
Modern, plastic pressure pipe systems are a lightweight and durable alternative to pressure
pipe & fitting systems, made from traditional materials and offer equivalent life cycles. The
material has a wide range of benefits over traditional materials in commercial buildings
especially where high pressure plumbing is required. Within any pressure piping system,
it’s vital that the temperature and pressure relationship along with thermal movement is
controlled. The Effast system has different material compounds to suit particular application
PLASTIC PIPE
situations with the range including PP (Polypropylene), PVCu, ABS and PE plastics.
The range of pipe and fittings have different temperature ranges and jointing techniques, all
of which carry WRAS approval and the relevant BSI Kitemark.
SYSTEMS PVC-U
The Effast PVC-U pipe and fittings range is a pressure system which has high
chemical resistance and good flow characteristics, which make it a safe and
secure choice for potable water and food products supply. The solvent welded
pipe fittings are especially well-suited to industrial process applications where
high pressure systems are required. It becomes a full bore system when used in
WITH A VARIETY OF BRAND LEADING MANUFACTURERS, ALONG WITH THE
conjunction with the range of PVC-U ball valves.
LATEST TECHNOLOGY, SOME EXCLUSIVE TO SMITH BROTHERS, WE CAN SUPPORT
YOUR PROJECT REQUIREMENTS WITH OUR WIDE RANGE OF STOCK.
34 FEATURES 35
OUR VITAL STATISTICS SECTION IS A USEFUL GUIDE TO HELP DETERMINE WHICH • Lightweight • Solvent welded system
PRODUCTS ARE BEST SUITED IN DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS HOWEVER FINAL
• No specialist tooling required • Class 7 range of pressure pipes
RELIANCE ON INFORMATION LIES WITH THE CLIENT, ALWAYS CONSULT WITH and fittings available
• Smooth bore pipe reduces
THE MANUFACTURER WHERE NECESSARY.
pressure loss • Wide range of applications to
• High abrasion resistance transport fluids
• Operating temperature from 00C • Chemical Resistant
to +600C subject to pressure • Available in Metric sizes
requirements 16 to 315mm and Imperial sizes
1
⁄2”to 8”
ABS
The Effast ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) Pressure Pipe System can
tolerate temperatures as low as -40°C and has good flow characteristics.
This makes the system a safe and secure choice for chilled or potable water,
food and beverage applications in a commercial environment. Effast pressure
pipe and fittings remain a full bore system when used in conjunction with
the range of ABS ball valves.
FEATURES • Solvent weld pipe fitting system
• Lightweight • S
uitable for mains water and
EFFAST chilled water applications
• R
obust system at low temperatures
GF down to -40°C • C
lass T range of pipes and
AQUATECHNIK fittings available
• S
mooth bore pipe reduces
EMMETI pressure loss
PUSH-FIT • O
perating temperature -40°C
MDPE to +60 °C subject to pressure
PLASSON requirements
PRE-INSULATED PIPE
sbs.co.ukPLASTIC PIPE SYSTEMS
PLASTIC PIPE SYSTEMS
GF products are manufactured and tested to the highest quality with strict quality control
PPH measures. With its own independent accredited test laboratory GF meets all the relevant third
party approvals while offering solutions for virtually all applications.
Effast PP-H pressure pipe system is lightweight with high impact strength
and reliable heat fusion welding. The Polypropylene pipe fitting system
offers good abrasion resistance and is widely used in industrial processing
and commercial applications.
FEATURES
• S
uitable for socket fusion, butt fusion
and electro fusion jointing
• Lightweight
• High abrasion resistance
• Good chemical resistance
• O
perating temperature from -10°C to +95°C
(short term +110°C) subject to pressure requirements
• Ideally suited to many industrial / processing applications
PVC-U PVC-C
PVC-U is well suited to environments where temperature PVC-C piping materials are suitable for high temperature
VALVES
36 range is from 0° to +60°C. Ensuring highest possible environments with an operational range from 0° to 80°C.
37
thermal stability and chemical resistance, PVC-U systems The excellent mechanical characteristics such as a high
stand up to the most demanding conditions, particularly tensile strength, stiffness and impact strength are evident
where fluids such as acids, alkalis, bases and salts are even at increased temperatures.
Polypipe Effast provides a wide selection of valves across a range transported. The universal solution covers all aspects of
of materials including ABS, PVCu and Polypropylene. They are safety, efficiency and reliability required to build, maintain SIZE: EN/ISO: 16 to 225mm
suited to a wide range of commercial and Industrial applications and operate industrial piping systems. BS Inch: 1/4” to 24”
and are available electrically or pneumatically actuated if
required. The ball, check and butterfly valves are available in CONNECTION: Tangit gap filling solvent cement
SIZE: EN/ISO: 6mm to 400mm
different sizes to fit a variety of applications, from shopping centres BS Inch: 3/8” to 8” TEMPERATURE: 0°C to 80°C
and supermarkets, to hotels, pharmaceuticals, factories and mines. ASTM/ANSI: ½” to 24” ASTM SCH80 PRESSURE: up to 16 bar (up to 160mm)
The Polypipe range of Effast valves include: CONNECTION: Tangit gap filling solvent weld system
(Tangit DTX or GF Dytex for APPLICATIONS
• Ball Valve
aggressive chemicals) Chemical process industry, marine,
• Air Release Valve building technology, microelectronics.
TEMPERATURE: 0°C to 60°C
• Check Valve
PRESSURE: up to 16 bar (up to 160mm)
• Diaphragm Valve FEATURES
• Wafer Check Valve APPLICATIONS • V
ery good mechanical characteristics,
also at elevated temperatures
• Pressure Relief Valve Water treatment, marine, chemical process industry,
microelectronics, power plants. • Outstanding chemical resistance
• High burning resistance and self-extinguishing
FEATURES • Range of PVC-C valves; ball, butterfly and diaphragm
• Low investment for tools and equipment
• Very good chemical and corrosion resistance
• Proven physiological harmlessness
• Range of PVC-U valves; ball, butterfly and diaphragm
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