All “Apollo” PowerPress® fittings and valves are zinc-nickel coated to protect against corrosion and come equipped with either an EPDM or HNBR sealing element. In addition to a mechanical Leak Before Press® system, “Apollo” PowerPress® products feature a patented, color-coded, visual control ring (VCR) that clearly indicates when a connection has been pressed. Our innovative visual control ring (VCR) not only provides installers double assurance when identifying un-pressed connections, it also optimally positions the pipe while pressing, significantly reducing pipe deflection for a far straighter and cleaner
press connection. When compared to other carbon press systems, “Apollo” PowerPress® is the undisputed leader in quality and reliability

Operating parameters

“Apollo” PowerPress® is designed to be used with schedule 10 through 40 thick wall steel pipe (black steel, galvanized steel, and epoxy coated steel) as defined by ASTM A53, A106, A135, A795 standards.

• Sealing Element: EPDM
• Operating Pressure: 230 PSI Max
• Operating Temperature: -40°F to 302°F

• Sealing Element: HNBR
• Operating Pressure: 150 PSI Max
• Operating Temperature: -40°F to 194°F

The safest, most complete thick-walled press system

• Leak Before Press® – Un-pressed fittings will visibly leak during low
  pressure testing
• Visual control ring (VCR)
  • Patented
  • Tabs that “break-away” when pressed
  • Color coded for easy identification of sealing element type
  • Acts as a “pipe guide”, optimally positioning the inserted pipe,
    significantly reducing pipe deflection for a clean and straight connection
  • Protects sealing element from debris or paint
  • Increased cup depths – better seat, tighter seal, straighter runs
  • Color coded protective shipping cap
  • Protects visual control ring (VCR) and fitting/valve ends during shipping
  • First and only carbon steel press ball valve in the market
  • No need for adapters – materials & cost savings, shorter laying lengths,
    reduced likelihood of potential leak paths
• Excellent corrosion resistance with ZnNi coating
• Maximum connection security due to smart teeth of the stainless steel gripping ring
• All-in-one piping system from ½” to 2”
• Install with safe, light battery tools
• FM approval on fittings, suitable for wet sprinkler installations