Benefits of PYPLOK weldless fittings versus welded fittings:
- No special skilled labour required vs. qualified welder
- Actual swaging time in “seconds” vs. “hours” for a welded joint
- No special hot work permits
- No fire watch personnel required
- No leaks as a result of stress fatigue cracks as seen in welds
- No off loading or purging of fluids and gases
- No cost to x-ray welds
- No cost to re-work welds
- No acid flush chemicals and neutralizers required
- No added cost or environmental issues to dispose of chemical waste
- SAFE and easy to install in tight confined places
- SAFE permanent, tamper proof connection
- SAFE cold work fitting technology
Cost Comparison: PYPLOK® vs. Welded
Swaging 394 PYPLOK® fittings versus welded on USS Harry W. Hill (DD-986)