Victaulic fittings are mechanical pipe joining systems that use grooved ends, a rubber gasket, and a metal housing (coupling) to create a fast, leak-tight, and strong connection, replacing slower welding or threading; they're known for quick assembly, disassembly for maintenance, and use in fire protection, HVAC, and industrial piping for various materials like steel, HDPE, and PVC. How they work Grooving: A groove is cut into the end of each pipe. Gasket: A rubber gasket is placed around the two pipe ends, bridging the gap. Housing: A two-part metal housing (the coupling) is placed over the gasket and bolted together. Sealing & Locking: Tightening the bolts compresses the gasket to create a seal and forces the housing's keys into the pipe grooves, mechanically locking the pipes together. Key benefits Speed: Significantly faster to install than welded or threaded joints. Flexibility: Allows for thermal expansion, contraction, and minor seismic movement. Maintenance: Easy to disassemble and reassemble for repairs or system changes. Versatility: Works with many pipe materials (steel, plastic, copper, etc.) and in demanding applications like fire suppression. Common uses Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Water Treatment & Supply Industrial & Mining Piping