Installing with Uponor

S olu t ions f or p ota bl e

wat er ins ta l l at ions
Uponor is dedicated to providing solutions
for maintaining good quality of the potable
water on its way through the building to the
water tap.
Drinking water fresh as from the spring

Spring water freshness – It's not a matter of This means that hygienic aspects
must be taken into account in the
course that the potable water we take from the early planning phases. This is a
water tap is of comparable quality. Such quality vital aspect, as fact findings in the
recent years have increasingly dis-
demands a high degree of efficiency in the closed that microbiological germs
planning phases, as well as expert knowledge such as legionella pneumophila
pose a problem that must not be
and foresight. underestimated particularly with
regard to large-scale potable water
You may rest assured that when If you have ever taken a drink from systems.
planning the project and installing a clean spring, you will know how
Last but not the least, the high-
the system in cooperation with fresh and clear potable water may
grade, food-grade pipes and fitting
Uponor you will only deal with taste. However, along the route
of Uponor are fully compliant with
high-grade and hygienic compo- from the water generation plant
current hygienic requirements and
nents and systems that provide to the tap, our primary foodstuff,
particularly suitable for safe instal-
sustained spring water quality for namely the potable water, is ex-
lation.
your potable water installation. posed to the risk of soiling and
contamination.
The systems and components
deployed by Uponor are designed The potable water quality is influ- Installing is more than
for efficient mounting and state- enced particularly by materials that mounting pipes!
of-the-art, practical installation come into contact with it along the
Activities ranging from the selection
techniques. Moreover, these ele- way to the water tap.
of suitable materials and planning
ments meet the high demands of all
The vast number of refurbishment reliability to simple installation are
relevant national and international
and decontamination projects is a decisive factors in terms of the total
standards and provisions.
clear indication of what may hap- of values added from the efficient
pen if poor piping materials such installation solutions of Uponor for
as obsolete and toxic lead piping new constructions, refurbishment or
systems need to be replaced with for complex large-scale projects.
harmless materials that are not
harmful to the health of humans.
However, the design of the build-
ing's potable water network, too,
has a notable impact on potable
water quality.

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 Pure and fit for human consumption

The minimization principle demands
that the concentration of substanc-
es that pose a risk to human health
be kept as low as possible. Eleven
of the twelve substances listed in
Annex 2 of the German Drinking
Water Ordinance 2011 contained in
the installation materials or in dis-
infection equipment may possibly
contaminate the potable water. For
this reason, the concentration of
the substances listed in this annex
may not exceed the specified level
in the potable water. The most im-
portant parameters in this context
are lead, copper, and nickel.
The new DWO commits the opera-
tors or owners both of refurbished
and new buildings to submit infor-
mation concerning the treatment
substance used for the disinfection
of the system to the responsible
public health department. This
includes the commitment to proof
the use of suitable materials for the
potable water installation. Plan-
ners and installers are committed
to use only materials that do not
emit substances of a concentration
that poses a risk to human health in
order to safely prevent any adverse
chemical reactions in the distribu-
tion network to the consumer.
All parts of the Uponor multi
layer composite system are fully
approved to DVGW and, moreover,
supplied with a 10-year warranty
period. The Uponor composite pip-
ing system is tested in accordance
with DVGW worksheet W 534, BGA,
KTW and DVGW W 270, and there-
fore offers a high degree of safety
and hygiene for potable water
installations. Moreover, the pipes,
fittings and seals are approved for
the disinfection of potable water
in accordance with the treatment
substances and disinfection meth-
ods listed in § 11, Drinking Water
Ordinance (DWO).

Uponor contributes Hygiene provisions, product portfolio,

towards an ideal potable installation technology

water quality by providing

high-grade, hygienic
installation systems that Brick-wall construction, dry-wall
are compliant with construction, surface mount
legal provisions, as well
as with the high demands
imposed by national and Pipe and joinTing technology
international institutes Manifolds
such as DVGW, ÖVGW, Fittings
SKZ and KIWA. riser

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No fear of complex standards
The release of the German Drinking
Water Ordinance dated November
2011 was amended in accordance
with new scientific findings related
to potable water hygiene. Primary
objective was to manifest consumer
protection and to maintain the high
standard of potable water quality in
Germany.
Official bodies have supervised the
technical requirements in terms
of water extraction, -treatment
and distribution since many years.
However, such supervisory activities
were rather restricted with regard to
domestic potable water installations.
The responsible health department
took such monitoring action
only for public buildings, or when
dealing with complaints.
Potable water quality can be
influenced considerably by the
quality of the building installation.
For this reason and for the first time,
the German Drinking Water
Ordinance 2011 includes the
obligation of supervising
non-public areas of the
potable water supply.
Based on the new amendment
of the DWO, legislation has now
placed defined obligations particu-
larly on the operators and owners
of commercially used property, e.g.
housing corporations or hoteliers.
The Drinking Water Ordinance,
however, is not the only factor
that determines the setup of a
hygienically impeccable potable
water installation. Moreover, a
wide range of DIN standards and
VDI guidelines define the generally
accepted technical codes of prac-
tice frequently referred to in the
German Drinking Water Ordinance
2011. These technical regulations
concerning the planning and
installation of potable water
facilities form the key elements
for hygienic operation and the
fundamental tools for technical
specialists.
Practical tip
The operators or owners of potable
water systems are responsible
for monitoring compliance with
requirements. The linking of
potable water with utility water
systems, i.e. water replenishment
for heating systems, forms an
important example from the
housing sector area in this context.
DIN EN 1717 or DIN 1988-100,
for example, explicitly demand
the integration of safety measures
for the safe prevention of
recontamination.
The "short-term connection"
commonly used in previous systems
(to old DIN 1988-4) for filling
the heating system is no longer
permitted. In accordance with
DIN EN 1717, only a backflow
preventer of the type CA of BA with
liquid category 3 or 4 may be used
as safety fitting. Downstream of the
system disconnect valve, it is now
allowed to connect rigid piping, or
flexible tubing.
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 Simple approach to the new provisions
to DIN 1988-300
Overview of the most important
amendments and effects of the
new German Drinking Water
Ordinance 2011
Limits: A new technical action
value (100 KBE/100 ml potable
water) has been introduced for
legionella contamination. If this
value is exceeded, the public
health department is authorized
to demand an in situ inspection of
the potable water installation and
submission of a risk analysis.
Information for consumers and
reporting duties: Lessees must
be provided with suitable and
current information concerning
the potable water quality at least
once per annum. This information
must include data concerning the
conditioning substances and the
selection of suitable materials used
for the potable water system.
The lead content limit is sig-
nificantly reduced to 0.01 mg/
liter as of December 1, 2013 and,
therefore, enforces the replacement
of lead piping in existing systems.
Starting with the enactment of the
more stringent limit in 2013, the
owners of water supply systems are
committed to inform consumers in
writing of the existence of lead pip-
ing in the system.
Reporting duties: The installation,
initial commissioning, construc-
tional modification and existence of
a large-scale water heating system
(reservoir > 400 liters and/or
content of 3 liters within the story
piping from the reservoir outlet to
the tap) must be reported to the
public health department.
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Inspection duties: Indicative Impact of DIN 1988-300
microbiological and chemical on the peak flow rate
examinations of the potable water
The peak flow rate is reduced
at yearly intervals, or as specified
considerably compared to DIN
by the public health department.
1988-3; in this example by
Additional examination of legionella
approximately 42 %.
contamination in the case of mist-
ing (showers). Pipe dimensions
The samples must be taken and The necessary dimensions of
analyzed by accredited test insti- manifold and riser systems are
tutes. Important! The sampling usually smaller due to the reduced
procedure, i.e., the installation loca- peak flow rate; in this case, by one
tion of sampling valves is subject dimension.
to agreements with the responsible There are no dimensional
public health department. changes at the floor level
compared to DIN 1988-3.
Materials: The materials used for
the new installation or maintenance The portion of pressure losses
of systems for the preparation or caused by individual resistances
distribution of potable water may compared to overall pressure losses
not release water-polluting sub- is relatively small and drops even
stances with concentrations exceed- further in accordance with the new
ing the unavoidable level as defined DIN 1988-300; in this example,
in the generally accepted code of from 18 % to 16 %.
practice. Particular attention must A serial or loop installation using
be paid to the DVGW test logos and the Uponor U-end elbow reduces
certificates. the number of fittings and mini-
mizes the significance of the zeta
Potable water systems in buildings
value of individual resistances.
are now subject to new regulations
that explicitly stipulate the integra-
tion of suitable safety equipment
for the connection of apparatus
to potable water systems (e.g. water
replenishment for heating systems).
A fine may be imposed if the
ordinance is ignored. If pathogenic
agents in the context of the Protec-
tion against Infectious Diseases Act
are distributed as a result of such
non-compliance, criminal proceed-
ings must be expected.
Energy index short-therm setback

4,0 60 %

3,5
50 %
3,0
Peak flow rate Vs in l/s

40 %
2,5

2,0 30 %
1,5
20 %
1,0
10 %
0,5

0,0
10 20 30 40 50 60 70
Number of utility units (bath tub, shower, basin, WC, kitchen sink)

DIN 1988-3 DIN 1988-300

DIN 1988-300

DIN 1988-3

0 1000 2000 3000 4000

Apparatus and valves Geodetic height Piping

Individual resistances pmin Fl Excess

Example: Retirement home with 27 apartment units, Uponor multi layer composite system.

Design with HSE Software DIN 1988-300

The product data records for third-
party software as well as for the
planning software HSE provided
by Uponor contain the zeta values
for all pipes and fittings – for
maximum planning reliability. Loop
installation systems at story level to
DIN 1988-300 can be dimensioned
with HSE. The automatic acquisition
of the material length for ring or bar
piping ensures the precise inclusion
of individual resistances without
greater input efforts.

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 T-fitting installation
The T-fitting installation is still the
most commonly deployed instal-
lation method. The setup usually
starts with a larger dimension that
is reduced gradually up to the last
tap. Although piping efforts are mi-
nor, it is necessary to install a single
pipe from the T-fitting to the tap.
The installation variant with T-
fittings should only be used for taps
that are in use on a daily or regular
basis; however, a minimum risk to
hygiene cannot be safely excluded
due to stagnating water.
The next sections will only deal with the
installation solutions recommended by
Uponor, although, of course, there is a
multitude of different options.
8 RTM fitting-technology!
Pressure losses in the installation Practical tip
system can be minimized by initially
What is potable water according to
larger pipe dimensions.
the German DWO 2011?
Consumers can benefit from a high
level of comfort at the tap even at The "potable water" supplied to
low operational pressure. public and commercial estates
can therefore be interpreted
fundamentally as any "water that
is fit for human consumption". It
must be "pure and fit for human
consumption".
Uponor manifolds and You will always achieve a safe
risers from 63 mm to 110 and clean installation, no
mm with versatile fitting matter whether you chose to
options always ensure the work with the proven Uponor
optimum transition to a metal fittings with pressed
rise installation. indicator and color coded
stop rings or with the new
In this context, it doesn't matter at
all whether the water is tapped for
preparing meals or for personal care.
A potable water installation consists
of the "entire piping, fittings and
valves that is installed between
the water meter (provider) and
the respective tap or protection
valve". Building owners, planners
and installers therefore have a
significant influence on the quality
of potable water in the building.
They are responsible for compliance
of the water with the chemical and
microbiological requirements of
the law.
Short profile – T-fitting installation
Area of application
Dry-wall and brick-wall construction, surface
mounting, onwall installation
Building types
Single family house, prefab house
Benefits
Easy planning
Well-known installation variant
Low piping costs
Low spatial requirements

Simplified installation by
means of pre-assembled
mounting units with
sound proofing according
to DIN 4109.
Strong and twist-proof:
simple rail mounting,
versatile product portfolio
for any application.
The waste water set
includes the the waste
water elbow and the ideal
fixture for installation
on the standard Uponor
mounting panels, units
and elbows.
Ideal for flexible
connection to the basin:
the waste water and
sound proofing set.
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 Serial installation

The serial installation prevents the is used most frequently, usually the The pressure loss is lower when
collection of stagnation water in toilet flushing or basin at the end consumers that demand the highest
the feed lines of consumers that are of the serial installation. This means total flow rate are positioned at the
rarely in use, e.g. outdoor taps in that the last consumer propagates start and not at the end of the pip-
a single-family home, or a washing the exchange of water at the ing segment.
machine connection in the shared upstream piping and taps.
laundry of a multi-family property.
The Uponor prefab press tap elbows
In this system, the consumers are
and mounting panels, rails and sets
connected by means of Uponor
support the flexible and rapid serial
U-end elbows that are routed
installation, while reducing piping
directly to the next consumer,
material and making it relatively
therefore excluding any stagnation
simple to route the piping.
of the water in the system if the
plan is to install the consumer that

The next sections will Looping is made easy thanks to the Uponor U-end elbows with optimized flow Under the aspect of
only deal with the characteristic. Uponor provides solutions for the press, RTM and Quick & Easy fitting hygiene, it is advisable to
installation solutions technology. employ a modern looping
recommended by method for potable water
Uponor, although, connections.
of course, there is a
multitude of different
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options.
 Practical tip Moreover, planners should also
pay attention to the installation
Avoiding stagnation by means of
of the main consumers (basins,
suitable installation types.
WC cisterns) at the end of the
Current hygienically demanding segments to ensure a continuous
installation systems utilize so-called turnover of water. Uponor offers
U-end elbows at the tap connection
an extensive portfolio of piping
to safely prevent water stagnation.
components for hygienically ideal
installations.
The turnkey Uponor Mount the bolt aligned Insert the captive
ISI boxes facilitate the to the required spacing mounting screw into the
simple and fast assembly onto the rear side. left or right hole of the
in dry-wall installations. U-shaped tap elbow,
or of the tap elbow as
shown in this figure.
Short profile – Serial installation
Area of application
dry-wall and brick-wall construction, surface
mounting, onwall installation
Building types
Residential buildings, single-family homes,
apartment buildings, prefab homes
Benefits
Convenient planning, rapid progress of
construction
Reduction of fittings
Favorable exchange of water
Bolt the tap elbow to the Rapid fixation: The
rail at the correct position innovative fixation
(-45°/90°/+45°). -technology allows for
single-handed mounting
and simple, anti-twist
positioning.
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 Loop installation
The Uponor U-end elbows are also
used to connect the taps to the
loop installation and to route the
multi layer composite pipes directly
to the next tap. However, the
piping is routed back from the last
object to the riser pipe. The ring
installation system is therefore
hygienically impeccable, thanks to
the optimized turnover of water in
the piping. In order to achieve a
The next sections will only deal with the
installation solutions recommended by
Uponor, although, of course, there is a
multitude of different options.
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consistent hygienic flow in the loop
installation, it is advisable to select
a pipe with the same diameter as
far as possible and less than that of
the serial installation, as the objects
are supplied from both sides.
DIN 1988-300 allows for smaller tube
dimensions as a result of lower peak flow
rates. The Uponor fitting program offers
practical solutions that meet all requirements.
Compared to the serial installation,
the lower pressure losses allows you
to significantly increase the number
of tap outlets per installation sys-
tem. However, as this renders the
planning and calculation processes
slightly more complex, you may
rely on the building technology
software Uponor HSE that provides
you with support when engineering
the project.
The new connection components and
innovative mounting technique makes
installation faster, more flexible, and therefore
more cost-efficient.
Practical tip
Avoiding stagnation by means of
suitable installation types.
With regard to the temperature
management in hot water systems,
the German DWO 2011 refers to
DVGW worksheet W 551 "Technical
measures for reducing the growth
of legionella bacteria in new
domestic water systems“.
This worksheet defines the thermal
requirements for large-scale hot Short profile – Serial installation
water systems usually operated Area of application
in multi-family housing, hotels, Dry-wall and brick-wall construction,
residential homes and hospitals. onwall installation
Above 55 °C the growth of Building types
legionellas is stopped. For this Hospital, kindergarten, apartment blocks,
reason, it is imperative in large- retirement homes, office buildings
scale systems to maintain a
Benefits
constant temperature of ≥ 60 °C
Optimized hygiene
at the hot water outlet of hot
water reservoirs. Moreover, the Low pressure losses
temperature in the recirculating
Smaller pipe dimension
pipe may do not drop by more
than 5 K.

Any joint that is not yet pressed is clearly
indicated by the color coded press indicator.
In addition, the fittings are constructed that
water emerges during the pressure test.
Uponor U-mixer connections inwall for inwall mixer and
cisterns. The cisterns also need to be looped in serial
installation systems. For many models this can be realized
using the U-mixer connection inwall that is available with
press or Quick & Easy fitting technology.
The Uponor ISI boxes consist of an insulating
element with thermal insulation and condensation-
proof insulation based on a pre-assembly of
integrated drinking components of the proven
Uponor multi layer composite pipe system.

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 Clean potable water with
Uponor multi layer composite pipes

5 layers – built for the future The Uponor multi layer composite
pipe made of an aluminum layer Short profile – Uponor
The Uponor 5-layer multi layer
with longitudinal welding seam and multi layer composite
composite pipe is a future-proof
is coated on the inside and outside system
product that combines the advan-
with a layer of high-temperature
tages of metal and plastic piping.
resistant polyethylene (to DIN Conforms to the stringent
The benefits achieved with this
16833). All layers are permanently directives of the Drinking
product cannot be surpassed. The
joined by an adhesive layer. Water Ordinance
inner aluminum tubing is absolutely
A special welding technique ensures
proof against the ingress of oxygen.
maximum safety. The aluminum 5-layer multi layer com-
It compensates for spring back
thickness selected for the Uponor posite pipe 14 mm to 110
forces and elongation that develop
multi layer composite pipe is mm, made of food-grade
at temperature changes. The
Emission losses fromprecisely
different emitters
adapted to meet require- polyethylene
system is based on the simple, safe
ments with regard to a pressure
and fast installation of the piping
resistance and bending property. Comprehensive quality
by means of the proven press
control in the manufactur-
technology.
ing process for safety of the
potable water installation
system

Outstanding surface finish

that prevents deposits

Stainless steel
Extensive product portfolio
Galvanized
and installation-friendly
steel fitting technologies

Copper Bar products of extreme

stiffness of the dimensions
Uponor
MLC
16 and 20 mm for surface
mounting
PVC
KTW-tested (plastic in
PB potable water) multi layer
composite pipe
PP

Elongation of the Uponor multi layer

composite pipe is comparatively small thanks
to the strong bonding of the plastic layers
with the aluminum.

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State-of-the-art pipe design
14 mm to 110 mm

Ideal insulation
The standard Uponor multi layer composite pipe for
potable water installation systems and radiator connec-
tions are also available with pre-insulation. This means
that the product range of the dimensions from 16 mm
to 25 mm made available to you is compliant with insu-
lation requirements to DIN 1988-200 and to the Energy
Saving Ordinance (EnEV). The pre-insulated piping
facilitates time-saving installation because you can dis-
pense with extensive post-insulation.

Basis for your professional installation: the absolutely oxygen-proof

Uponor multi layer composite pipe. The 5-layer design ensures compliance
with the stringent directives of the new Drinking Water Ordinance.

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 Trend-setting connection techniques
Uponor press fittings
14 mm to 32 mm
Tin-plated brass
Test safety
Press indicator
Profiled press sleeve made
of aluminum
Color-coded stop rings
Dimensional color code
14 16 18
20 25 32
Different fitting concepts – one
multi layer composite pipe
Both the press or screw mounting
methods ensure that the connec-
tions are permanently tight. The
flexible Uponor multi layer compos-
ite pipe allows you to save elbows
in many cases. This means that you
benefit substantially from reduced
material costs and installation time.
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Uponor press fittings Uponor compound press
fittings
40 mm to 50 mm 16 mm to 50 mm
Tin-plated brass Test safety
Test safety PPSU high-performance
Press sleeve made of plastic
stainless steel Press sleeve made of
Color-coded stop rings stainless steel
Dimensional color code Dimension
40 50 n 16 n 20 n 25
n 32 n 40 n 50
Page 18–19
Additional advantages include Uponor press fittings MLC
shorter installation lengths and
Making connections using the
enhanced mounting reliability.
patented Uponor press system is
The extensive fitting portfolio of
only a matter of seconds. Complex
Uponor provides you with the
jointing techniques such as welding
connections that suit even complex
or soldering are omitted.
applications, no matter whether
The Uponor press and screw joints
you are using the press or screw
are permanently tight as confirmed
technique.
by the SKZ test reports and
DVGW certificates.
Fast and safe installation.

Uponor RTM fittings Uponor screw fittings Uponor fittings for riser
systems (modular)
63 mm to 110 mm
16 mm to 32 mm 14 mm to 25 mm
Test safety
With integrated press Plated brass coupling nut With color coding
function and color coding For Uponor ½ “ fittings Modular: You only need
PPSU high-performance For Uponor ¾ “ MT-Euro 27 components to meet
plastic cone fittings practical installation
Press ring made of high- requirements
tensile carbon steel with Tin-plated brass, stainless
special coating steel press sleeve
Threaded fittings made of Minimum storage space
tin-plated brass requirements
Excellent flexibility thanks
to the variant portfolio

Dimensional color code Dimensional color code

16 20 25 63 75 90
32 110
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Uponor also shows its strength in the development and construction of a

fitting concept that is designed to precisely match the piping. The fitting
portfolio that includes couplings, elbows, tees and numerous practical
system components leaves nothing to be desired.

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 The first color coding system in the
plumbing business
Practical installation
The color-coded stop rings initially
provide a reliable stop end for
the pressing jaws. These rings are
chipped off automatically in the
pressing process to indicate the
completed press connection –
a visual inspection will immediately
disclose non-pressed connections
even at a distance of several meters.
Dimension 14 Dimension 16 Dimension 18 Dimension 20
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Easy and safe installation
The color coded stop rings on the
proven, easy to install brass fittings
highlight this generation of Uponor
fittings. The fact that each dimen-
sion is assigned a separate color
code provides clarity on the build-
ing site, in the warehouse and in
the wholesale trade. The color cod-
ing system makes installation child's
play and reliably prevents mistakes.
The system is still based on the
proven Uponor brass fitting with
color coding which fits to the color
coded pressing jaws.
Dimension 25 Dimension 32
Short profile – Press fitting
technology
Area of application
Dry-wall construction,
surface mounting, onwall
installation
Building types
For all buildings types in
the residential and non-
residential construction
sector
Benefits
Color coding of the fittings
and pressing jaws for fast
and reliable assignment to
all dimensions from 14 mm
to 50 mm
DVGW approval
Visually appealing on wall
installation
Dimension 40 Dimension 50
Test safety as standard –
leaking in non-pressed state
Are you tackling large
dimensions?
You can use the same press tech-
nique and press tools to process
40 mm and 50 mm fittings and
tubing, the only difference being
that non-profiled stainless steel
sleeves are used for pressing instead
of the stop rings on the
fittings as pressed indicator.
1. Positioning
The press jaw is
positioned onto the stop
ring of the press sleeve.
Cost-effective installation
Uponor offers a cost-effective alter-
native consists of PPSU fittings of
the dimensions from 16 mm to
50 mm for convenient installation.
The extensive portfolio of high-
performance PPSU fittings differ
visually due to their non-profiled
stainless steel press sleeve, but also
provide test safety, i.e., they are
leaking in non-pressed state.
2. Pressing 3. Check
The stop ring is chipped The chipped off stop Any non-pressed The barrier-free
off from the press sleeve rings are a reliable connection is therefore connection allows you to
in the pressing process up indication even at a indicated twice during slip on a continuous pipe
to dimension 32 mm. distance of several meters the pressure test. The insulation.
of successful completion color-coded stop rings
of the compression are still on the sleeve.
process. In addition, the fittings
are constructed so that
water emerges during
the pressure test. Now,
simply press the sleeve
to achieve a permanently
tight connection.
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 RTM – the fitting technology
with integrated press function

Safe and enduring installation thanks to the Short profile –

new RTM™ technology of Uponor! The fitting
with integrated press function facilitates a fast
RTM™ fitting technology
and safe connection and therefore represents
Area of application
the ideal supplement to the proven Uponor
multi layer composite pipe system. Dry-wall construction,
surface mounting, onwall
installation
Installation
Pressing without tools
by means of integrated,
pre-stressed ring made of
high-tensile carbon steel
Benefit
Time savings thanks to
particularly fast installation
DVGW approval
Visually appealing on wall
installation

The materials used for the fitting
combine lightweight plastic with
the best mechanical properties of
metal and therefore guarantee ex-
traordinary performance. The press
ring is made of high-tensile carbon
steel with special coating.
The new RTMTM fitting with inte-
grated press function is produced
based on technologies and materi-
als that are also deployed in the au-
tomotive industry for applications
such as ABS disks

The revolutionary RTMTM technology offers the advantages of

the proven press technology in combination with the
innovative TOOL INSIDE concept. Thanks to the integrated
press function, this concept facilitates a perfect and enduring
connection.

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Click. Pressing without tools!

One of Uponor's primary goals is to a fitting that conforms to all current

maintain the ultimate safety stand-
ards for the connection. Same as all
other Uponor products, the RTMTM
fitting was subject to the most
demanding tests and extremest
operating conditions. For these
reasons, Uponor is proud to present
test standards for potable water
and heating installations and even
withstands extraordinary loads such
as impact pressure and elongation
of the piping as a result of tempera-
ture changes.

Integrated press function

The memory effect of this pre-stressed ring transforms it into an integrated

press tool and also ensures sustained seal tightness of the connection.
A constant pressure on the entire circumference of the tubing is the ideal
compensation for elongation of the pipe.
The RTMTM technology with TOOL INSIDE concept is certified by DVGW.
The integrated pressing function saves you from having to use an additional
press tool!

The safety lock is released from the press ring

1. Cutting
Cut off the multi layer
composite pipe to
achieve an impeccable
connection ...
when the Uponor multi layer composite pipe is
inserted into the RTM™ fitting.
A clearly audible click signals the successful
connection. The released safety lock can be
recognized through the 360° window. The
lock fulfills three tasks: It maintains tension
on the press ring until completion of the
pressing, contains the dimensional color code,
and signals completion of the press process.
2. Calibrating 3. Pressing
... calibrate the end of ... and trigger the
the tubing ... pressing operation by
sliding in the tubing until
you can hear the click
sound.

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 Modular installation of riser systems
The portfolio of modular Uponor fittings for riser
systems: Flexible planning, reliable procure-
ment, simple installation. Hundreds of variations
at your hand using only 27 system components.
Accelerated planning with only
27 components
Conventional 63 mm to 110 mm in-
stallation systems require up to 300
different components. The Uponor
multi layer composite pipe system
for manifold and riser piping makes
do with only 27 components and
therefore makes it clearly easier for
you to plan the project. Despite the
modest number of components, the
system covers almost any conceiv-
able task and opens the way for
creative solutions.
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Compact dimensional
transitions
It was frequently necessary in con-
ventional systems to couple several
reducing fittings in order to join
piping of different diameters. The
Uponor multi layer composite pipe
system for riser piping handling this
Moreover, there are no special
task with only a single component
components that are used only on
provides a clearly faster, more com-
rare occasions, i.e., any components
pact and stable solution.
left over from a project can be used
without problems for the next job.
Construction delays that are fre-
quently incurred by long delivery
times particularly for special fittings
are now a thing of the past. Short profile – riser system
New connection concept
consisting of basic elements
and matching adapter
inserts made of tin-plated
brass
Innovative plug-in
connection between the
basic element and the
adapter
Enhanced flexibility and
lower costs of logistics due
to the minimum number of
system components
Optimized availability with
low shelf and investment
requirements
Rapid mounting by pressing
on the workbench and in
situ assembly without tools
Use of the known pressing
machine UP 75 now up to
dimension 110 mm
Simple revision of the
planning in the installation
phase
Simply forget all about over-head pressing

Pressing – Inserting – Locking workbench. Heavy tools are only

required at this workplace. The pre-
In the past it was frequently nec-
installed multi layer composite pipe
essary on building sites to work
elements are then inserted into the
at greater heights or in confined
fitting and interlocked at the instal-
spaces when completing press
lation location.
connections. At such conditions,
several persons were required to This solution ensures fast and high-
handle the pipe sections, fittings grade installation even in the most
and heavy tools, which means that difficult spatial situations. Working
the risk of accident increased and under stress with heavy press tools
work results were not satisfactory in in confined angles or in overhead
all situations. positions are a thing of the past.
The modular Uponor fitting
system MLC for riser piping lets you
produce all necessary press connec-
tions conveniently and safely on the

The four steps towards the perfect connection

The modular system structure allows you to set up all connections in four
identical steps. You only need a tool to complete the press in a convenient
step on the workbench:

1. Inserting 2. Pressing 3. Inserting 4. Locking

Simply insert the Make the press connection Insert the press adapter Insert the lock pin into
calibrated multi layer into the base part the opening of the fitting
composite pipe into the until it engages.
press adapter

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 Safe and cost-effective installation using
the Uponor PE-Xa installation system
Developed based on many years
of expertise
The Uponor PE-Xa installation sys-
tem is the ideal solution for flexible
installation tasks in the field of po-
table water and heating installation
systems. Connections can be made
with conventional tee installation,
as well as in serial and loop installa-
tion. The polyethylene tubing (PE-
Xa) that is cross-linked is available
in practical dimensions and length,
both without insulation and in pro-
tective conduit.
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Uponor PE-Xa potable water Short profile – PE-Xa
piping installation system
The food-grade Uponor PE-Xa tub- 
Ideal system for all potable
ing is tailored to suit the require- water qualities
ments of potable water installation

Hygienically impeccable and
systems. Uponor delivers the tubing
with food grade
as per factory in optional coiled
form, or already installed in black 
Temperature resistant up
corrugated conduit. Tubing with the to 70 °C according to
dimensions from 20 mm to 32 mm DIN EN ISO 15875, class 2
is also available as bar product. The

High operational safety
Uponor PE-Xa potable water tubing
(mal function temperature
can be used for any potable water,
of 95 °C)
is hygienically impeccable and con-
forms to legal requirements without 
Potable water components
ifs and buts. for versatile installation
variants
Uponor potable water
components 
Mounting rails and brackets
that are compatible with the
In addition to the basic fitting port-
Uponor multi layer compos-
folio, Uponor PE-Xa installation sys-
ite pipe system
tem includes special fittings such as

Extensive connection
end elbows for potable water instal-
diversity with tee or loop
lation systems. No matter whether
and serial installation
you are using tees or a loop or
serial installation for your system,
the Uponor potable water fittings
facilitate the fast and safe realiza-
tion of all standard potable water
installation systems. The range of
accessories consisting of mounting
rails, sound proofing components
and waste water connections are
compatible with the Uponor multi
layer composite pipe system.
The Uponor PE-Xa installation system
with unique Quick & Easy jointing
technology
Quick & Easy basic fittings
The Uponor PE-Xa installation sys-
tem consists of matched high-grade
components. These components
can be used for all standard potable
water installation systems: Threaded
brass fittings for general-purpose
connection to system components
and fittings made of the high-per-
formance plastic polyphenylsulfone
(PPSU). Both materials are proven
in practice and physiologically
unobjectionable for foodstuff ap-
plications.
1. Sliding on the
lock ring
Slide the lock ring onto
the end of the tubing
that was cut at a right
angle.
Practical tip
The U-shaped end elbow with
optimized flow characteristic enables
integration of the potable water
connections in serial or loop topologies
that are recommendable under the
aspect of hygiene.
Uponor Q&E PPSU coupling with Q&E rings
Uponor Q&E PPSU transition nipples made of
brass and with Q&E rings
Uponor PE-Xa tubing has a thermal memory,
namely the so-called memory effect: An
Uponor PE-Xa tubing that is expanded using
a suitable tool will restore its original state
within a short time and act as sealing material.
This produces a frictional and positive joint
between the tubing and the Quick & Easy
fitting, which is an absolutely safe fitting/pipe
connection. Complex tasks such as welding or
soldering are a thing of the past.
2. Expanding 3. Inserting,
Expand the end of done!
the tubing. An even Slide the expanded
expansion is achieved by tubing end swiftly into
rotating the expansion the fitting nipple until it
head in the tubing meets the end stop. Hold
automatically with the the assembly briefly until
help of the special tool the tuning is shrunk onto
mechanism. the fitting. Done!
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 Uponor ISI box – fast and safe installation

The turnkey Uponor ISI boxes are The high-grade cellular PU foam
supplied with an assembly consist- guarantees optimum sound proof- Simple and fast installation
ing of the proven Uponor fittings ing characteristics and excellent solutions
and multi layer composite pipe. This thermal insulation properties with a Optimized sound proofing
convenient installation technology lambda value of 0.024 W/m*K. according to DIN 4109 and
is suitable for all Tee, serial and loop VDI 4100:2012–10
The Uponor ISI boxes are available
installation systems and facilitates a
in many different variants, as well as Convenient and energy-
simple and very fast assembly.
in customized solutions to suit your efficient right up to
The Uponor ISI boxes (insulation, project requirements. the outlet thanks to
sound proofing, installation) consist uninterrupted insulation
of an insulating element with ther-
mal insulation and condensation-
proof insulation based on a pre-
assembly with integrated drinking
components of the proven multi
layer composite pipe system.

Uponor press end elbows with Uponor sound

proofing set on mounting rail

Sound proofing according

to DIN 4109 and VDI
4100:2012–10, tested by
the Fraunhofer Institute,
report numbers P-BA
276/2012 and P-BA
277/2012.

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 Uponor offers its customers premium quality, state-of-the-art expertise, services,
and a long-term partner relation. Uponor GmbH is a leading player on the market
for building and supply technology and is known for its solutions that provide
ideal wellness environments.

More sustainability More hygiene

It is proven fact that the Uponor
solutions reduce the energy con-
sumption and CO2 emission of
buildings. This means that we join
forces to improve on environmental
quality both for us and for future
generations!
More efficiency
Uponor systems are absolutely reli-
able and provide many features for
the efficient handling of design and
installation tasks. This provides you
with a simple and more efficient
means of achieving ideal results,
while benefiting from time and cost
savings!
Our technologies were thoroughly
tested under the aspect of the ab-
solutely impeccable hygiene of po-
table water. This means that you are
always on the safe side with regard
to the number one foodstuff!
More partnership
Based on the expert knowledge
acquired in many years and exten-
sive services, Uponor supports you
with information and assistance in
all project phases. This means that
you have a competent and reliable
partner at hand.

More comfort
Although usually installed in hidden
areas, our solutions nonetheless
provide the buildings with comfort-
able room temperatures and pleas-
ant cooling effects every day of
the year. This lets you live in pure
comfort in your home or at work,
no matter whether it is summer or
winter.
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