Merit Brass Co. Introduces New CarbonPress® Fittings

Cleveland, Ohio - May 5th, 2023 - Merit Brass Co., a leading manufacturer of high-quality pipe nipples and master distributor of related piping components, is pleased to announce the addition to their press offering of CarbonPress® fittings to its extensive product line. These new fittings are suitable for use on steel pipes conforming to ASTM A53, A106, A135, A795 (schedule 10 to 40) or constructed of black iron, epoxy coated or galvanized steel.

Marc Schlessinger, CEO, states, "We continue to build our business of over 85 years by delivering high-quality products, providing, excellent service, and enhancing our product offering in the pipe, valve, and fitting industry. We are very excited to launch CarbonPress®."

CarbonPress® fittings are made from ASTM A420 carbon steel with a Zn-Ni plating. CarbonPresss® provides excellent corrosion resistance, strength, and ductility. The fittings are compatible with a wide range of fluids, gases, and oils & lubricants making them ideal for use in applications where traditionally joined carbon steel products are specified.

"We are excited to introduce our new CarbonPress® fittings to the market," said Darren Hilliard, President. "Our customers have been asking for lightweight and corrosion-resistant components, and we believe that our CarbonPress® fittings will meet their needs and exceed their expectations."

The CarbonPress® fittings are designed to be easy to install, with a patented Visual Indicator Press Ring® (VIPR®) that is color-coded to the application. In addition, the press connection required no welding or brazing. This results in a faster and more efficient installation process which saves time and reduces labor costs. The fittings are also designed to be compatible with standard industry fittings, making them a drop-in replacement for existing components. 

Alan Lipp, CEO, commented, "We're committed to providing our customers and in turn their customers with cutting edge solutions and high-quality piping components that improve efficiencies and reduce total costs. The addition of CarbonPress® fittings to our press offering rounds out this important category within Merit's product portfolio."

The Merit press offering is the most comprehensive press technology in the industry which gives Merit customers the flexibility to bundle product with their pipe, fittings, and valves needs. Merit is committed to serving its customers depth of product and innovative solutions that drive cost our and increase ease of doing business. 

For more information about CarbonPress® fittings, by Merit Brass Co., please visit our website, www.meritbrass.com, or contact us at 800.726.9800.

About Merit Brass Company

Merit has a rich history of offering the most comprehensive flow control and piping connection technology. Their goal is to make the Merit Experience for their customers seamless by bundling a complete line of consistent, high-quality piping products, flow control devices, and piping system solutions. Merit features a full range of stainless steel and brass fittings, nipples, pipe, valves, flanges, stainless steel butt weld fittings, tubing, tube fittings and valves, forged steel fittings, and press technology, which includes carbon, copper, and stainless steel.