Georg Fischer iFIT Installation Instructions Manual

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Table of contents

Introduction ...................................................... 4

Scope ................................................................ 4

System description ........................................... 5

Material ............................................................ 6

Application Areas ............................................. 7

Standards & Regulations ................................. 7

Key figures ........................................................ 8

Main Advantages .............................................. 9

Installation Instructions ................................. 10

Specification & Quality Assurance ................. 11

Site Logistics .................................................. 11

Health & Safety ............................................... 11

Sustainability .................................................. 12

Training & Site Support .................................. 13

Summary ........................................................ 13

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Introduction

Introduction Introduction

Introduction

Georg Fischer is a leading producer of pipe and fittings made of various materials since

1802. In the field of thermoplastic materials, Georg Fischer is considered to be a pioneer, as
well as one of the best known producers, utilising the most advanced technology in the
world.

Our test laboratory is one of the most famous in the world in the field of plastic materials and
is completely dedicated to research, development and testing of new products. The equip­ment and instruments used are the most modern and up to date on the market today, this
makes it possible to carry out the most sophisticated tests.

This all comes together with the highest standard of technology, production, logistics and
customer service, which contributes to guaranteeing the best products for this project.

This technical submission covers requirements for using the GF iFIT system intended for the
safe conveyance in hot and cold water as well as HVAC applications (further possibilities on
request).

Scope

ScopeScope

Scope

The iFIT System shall be supplied by:
Georg Fischer JRG
Hauptstrasse 130, 4450 Sissach

www.gfps.com/ifit

[phone]

Available from appointed distributors, contact the above for your nearest distributor.
Requirements specific to the design of iFIT pipework systems are contained in this section.
iFIT pipework fittings shall be used for the conveyance of heating systems and potable cold
water, for use in all domestic cold water services, chilled water and hot water services; and
should comply with the requirements specified in DIN 16968 / DIN 16969.

Care should be exercised whilst off-loading, storing and transporting about the site and
whilst installing the pipework and fittings to ensure that no accidental damage occurs to the
pipework or fittings.

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System description

System descriptionSystem description

System description

iFIT is an innovative installation system featured with the unique adapter module technology
for plumbing and heating. Thanks to its proven modular system, iFIT enables identical instal­lation options compared to conventional systems, but using 50% less system components.
This results in low stocking costs, allows low inventories and maximum flexibility. The fast
and simple connection technology and the possibility to apply polybutene- or multilayer
composite pipes meet the highest economic standards. Furthermore, it enables a much
more reliable processing security thanks to view windows and click joints.

All iFIT shall be metric sized, manufactured by Georg Fischer or equal, with dimensions and
tolerances in accordance with related ISO Recommendations and Draft Resolutions. As ma­terial for the fittings PPSU is used for the full plastic parts. Metal fittings are made out of
brass listed in the UBA positive list. The prime focus is on multilayer composite pipes (PE­RT/Al/PE-RT) in d16-d32 and polybuten pipes (PB) in d16-d25.

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Material

MaterialMaterial

Material

PPPPlastic B

lastic Blastic B

lastic Body

ody ody

ody –––– PPSU

PPSU PPSU

PPSU (Polyphenylsulfone)

• High resistance to chemicals

• Good impact strength

Threaded Fittings

Threaded Fittings Threaded Fittings

Threaded Fittings –––– Brass

BrassBrass

Brass

• UBA-compliant brass

Multilayer Composite Pipe

Multilayer Composite Pipe Multilayer Composite Pipe

Multilayer Composite Pipe –––– PE

PEPE

PE----RT / AL / PE

RT / AL / PERT / AL / PE

RT / AL / PE----RT

RT RT

RT (Polyethylene Raised-Temperature)

• Oxygen diffusion resistant and butt welded aluminum layer

• High temperature and pressure resistance for the use in heating and sanitary appli-

cations

• High flexibility and yet stable installation; simple and economical workmanship

• Resistant to numerous chemicals

Polybuten Pipe

Polybuten Pipe Polybuten Pipe

Polybuten Pipe –––– PB

PB PB

PB

• High flexibility

• Easy to replace (pipe in pipe installation)

Packaging and transportation

Packaging and transportationPackaging and transportation

Packaging and transportation

The iFIT pipes should be delivered in coils or straight lengths, and the tubes shall be bundled
by size in suitable bags or cardboard boxes, clearly marked with the purchase order number,
material designation, size, total length or piece count and name of supplier.

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AAAApplication Areas

pplication Areaspplication Areas

pplication Areas

• Building Technology

• Marine

• Hot & Cold Water installations

• Heating and cooling systems

Standards & Regulations

Standards & RegulationsStandards & Regulations

Standards & Regulations

Pipes

Pipes Pipes

Pipes –––– are produced and tested according:

are produced and tested according:are produced and tested according:

are produced and tested according:

• DVGW W542 (Multilayer composite pipe)

• EN ISO 21003 (Multilayer composite pipe)

• EN ISO 15876 (Pulybuten pipes)

Fittings

Fittings Fittings

Fittings –––– are produced and tested according:

are produced and tested according: are produced and tested according:

are produced and tested according:

• DVGW W534

• EN ISO 21003-5

Country specific approvals

Country specific approvalsCountry specific approvals

Country specific approvals

Building Technology:

Aenor

aTg (BCCA)

DVGW

kiwa

KOMO

SVGW

VKF

SP (SITAC)

WRAS

ÖVGW

Marine:

ABS

DNV-GL

LR

RINA

KOMO

RMROS

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Key figures

Key figuresKey figures

Key figures

Thermal conductivity ML pipe (at 20°C)
Thermal conductivity PB pipe (at 20°C)

0.43 W/mK

0.32 W/mK

Temperature range (water)

0 to +70°C continuous operation
(short-term up to 95°C)

Operating pressure max. 10 bar

Life span 50 years

Dimensions d16-32mm

Flammability rating PPSU to UL-94 V-0

Charpy-Impact strength PPSU (23°C) 75 kJ/m²

Charpy-Impact strength PPSU (-30°C) 25 kJ/m²

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Main Advantages

Main AdvantagesMain Advantages

Main Advantages

Georg Fischer products have many advantages for a project of this kind, due to the shortage
of labour and the construction programme. Listed below are some of the reasons that make
our products practical for this project:

• Low stock costs thanks to modular concept

• Fast, easy and safe push-fit technology

• No power supply required

• Low tool investments

• Detachable connection

System solution

System solutionSystem solution

System solution
You benefit from the advantages of a system solution made of plastic for your installation
from the building entry to the last tap.

Safety

SafetySafety

Safety
You reap the benefits of having a permanently leak-proof and durable drinking water system.

Maintenance

MaintenanceMaintenance

Maintenance
The longevity of your drinking water system secures low maintenance.

Hygiene

Hygiene Hygiene

Hygiene
iFIT provides safe and hygienic water.

Lifetime

LifetimeLifetime

Lifetime
Using iFIT, you benefit from the long lifespan of the material. Operating at 10 bar and 70°C,
this system is designed for 50 years lifespan – the equivalent of two generations.

Solvent

SolventSolvent

Solvent----free

free free

free
iFIT is solvent free, ideal for drinking water system. During normal operation, the smooth
pipe surface prevents deposits.

Low c

Low cLow c

Low corrosion

orrosionorrosion

orrosion potential

potentialpotential

potential
Installing iFIT, you have the advantages of a low corrosion drinking water system. Even dur­ing prolonged stagnation times no rusty water.

Life Cycle Assessment

Life Cycle AssessmentLife Cycle Assessment

Life Cycle Assessment
Installing iFIT, you use the advantages of materials which can be recycled and has a low car­bon footprint. The Generic EPD is available under gfps.com/iFIT (in the folder documents).

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Installation Instruction

Installation InstructionInstallation Instruction

Installation Instructionssss

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Specification & Quality Assurance

Specification & Quality AssuranceSpecification & Quality Assurance

Specification & Quality Assurance

We know that our company’s success can only be secured if we meet the expectations of our
customers with corresponding and consistent performance.

Therefore, quality for us means more than the manufacture of functioning products. Quality
means the reliable and constant correspondence of requirement and performance.

Our Quality Management System, which conforms to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, ensures we
focus on our customer’s satisfaction and requirements by continuously setting new targets
for improvement on delivery of product and service quality.

Site Logistics

Site LogisticsSite Logistics

Site Logistics

Georg Fischer plastic pipe and fittings are lightweight (1 sixth the weight of steel), impact
resistant and can be easily transported around the site.

Pipe and fittings are delivered to site bagged and labelled keeping the materials dry and
clean ready for installation. Plastic materials have no resale value so deters pilferage.

The materials are easily identifiable being a different colour and clearly marked along the
length of the pipe and moulded into the fitting denoting the material.

Health & Safety

Health & SafetyHealth & Safety

Health & Safety

The use of Georg Fischer products on this project would give the following health & safety
advantages:

• No hot work permit required

• Lightweight requiring less manual handling

• No heavy or dirty pipe threading machinery

• Less labour required to install the product

• No electricity is needed for the connection

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Sustainability

SustainabilitySustainability

Sustainability

GF Piping Systems incorporates its environmental responsibility into its everyday business
activities. Because we understand environmental awareness as one of the corporation‘s core
values, all internal structures and processes are geared towards sustainability. We strive to
conserve natural resources and work continually towards optimizing the environmental per­formance of our products and how they are used. Consequently, outstanding material prop­erties and innovative technologies form the basis for our environmentally friendly and ener­gy-saving solutions.

Life Cycle Assessments of GF specific industry systems

Life Cycle Assessments of GF specific industry systemsLife Cycle Assessments of GF specific industry systems

Life Cycle Assessments of GF specific industry systems

GF Piping Systems proactively performs life cycle assessments to determine the environ­mental impact of its products. In cooperation with an independent institute, life cycle as­sessments of selected GF Piping Systems specific industry systems were calculated includ­ing a PB system for the distribution of hot and cold water on a cruise ship. The life cycle as­sessments cover the environmental impact over the whole life cycle.

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Training & Site Support

Training & Site SupportTraining & Site Support

Training & Site Support

Georg Fischer considers the training and certification of installers as top priority and there­fore insists that prior to any work undertaken the appropriate training shall be carried out by
our qualified trainers.

The training covers the following:

The training covers the following:The training covers the following:

The training covers the following:

• Product introduction, i.e. what it is and it’s abilities

• Range introduction

• Storage

• Tooling and ancillary items required

• Installation and hand tool instruction

• Overcoming failures

• Practical installation hints, an over view of fixed point, expansion legs, etc.

• GF expectations

Weekly site visits can be undertaken to ensure the correct methods of installation, answer
any technical queries and train additional installers.

Reports on the site visits can be produced to be in line with the client’s procedures.

At the end of the project Georg Fischer will train the client’s maintenance team.

Summary

SummarySummary

Summary

Georg Fischer piping systems have major installation and performance benefits as shown
above.

The client will benefit from having a product with a long life expectancy, reduced mainte­nance costs and being environmentally friendly.

GF Piping Systems has achieved success with the iFIT plastic piping system by bringing real
innovation to the market in the area of plumbing and heating. This system offers a quick and
safe connection of various piping materials.