Meeting/Event Information

Cocktail Hour: 5:45 - 6:45]

Dinner Session:  6:45 - 8:45

Press Technology in Plumbing and Mechanical Systems

Press Technology in plumbing and mechanical systems has become a viable alternative to conventional pipe joining methods like soldering.

The presentation will start with a brief history of piping systems followed by an overview of the latest federal regulations for materials in piping systems.  Today press fittings are available for multiple applications in residential, commercial and industrial piping systems.  The main part of the presentation will focus on the applications, features and benefits of Press Technology and a comparison to traditional pipe joining methods like soldering and grooving.  In addition attendees will learn about how press fittings are tested and referenced in federal and local codes.

Guest Speaker - Rudi Tillmann

Rudi Tillmann is a Sales Engineer for Viega responsible for Viega's engineering support in the northeast region.  He works closely with engineers, contractors and code officials to ensure that Viega's products are specified to the manufacturer's approved applications.  Rudi has been with Viega for 10 years and has held positions as product designer and product manager as well as his current position.

Rudi holds a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Applied Science Cologne, Germany.  He is an active member of the Boston ASPE and ASHRAE chapters

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