Avoided a complete drain down with the Aladdin EasyFit Isolator
In a busy operation like the Stafford based DHL/Argos distribution centre, where services are running 24/7, even a minor operation like changing a washbasin hot tap requires a complete drain down.
In this instance, the pipework was poorly installed over 20 years ago with poor quality pipe and a mixture of compression and soldered joints, however the biggest complaint was the sheer lack of isolation valves. In addition, the existing gate valves had failed after approximately 15 years.
After testing and falling in love with the Aladdin EasyFit Isolator valves, we have been able to install suitable isolation in the key areas around the site easily.
The first isolator installed was in the busy workplace kitchen where the 15mm pipe feeding some equipment in the washup area had sprung a nasty leak, this was tricky as the kitchen was busy with Christmas lunches for over 600 colleagues. With no working isolation valves in place, coupled with a lack of space to reach the pipework adequately, we installed the Aladdin EasyFit isolation valve using the valve, tools provided and our 18v battery drill, within minutes we shut off the supply without having to drain down the system.
We’ve used many of the valves now and as long as you follow the instructions, they will perform as they should, and we look forward to using the 22mm & 28mm valves shortly.
Stuart Boyd – Arcus Facilities Management