Why the Icon is a game-changer for civils and drainage contractors
The construction and maintenance of civil and drainage systems are often overlooked aspects of key infrastructure projects. However, selecting the right solutions can be crucial to the success of these projects. Launched to simplify life for contractors, our Icon internal coupling range has proven to be a game-changing innovation. Effortlessly connecting pipes via their internal surface, the Icon range addresses longstanding challenges faced by contractors. As one contractor told us, “I never leave home without one.” Here’s why:
Time and Cost Efficiency
Meeting tight deadlines for repair and maintenance is one of the biggest challenges for contractors. Having the right tools on hand is crucial to addressing these pressures. When it comes to pipe repairs, contractors frequently encounter pipes encased in concrete, brickwork, or other hard materials, which offer protection but also create significant delays. Chipping away at the encasing to fit an external coupling can take hours and significantly increase costs. This is where the Icon range proves invaluable.
Connecting pipes from the inside, the Icon range is a versatile solution suitable for any contractor. Available in pushfit or mechanical designs, depending on pipe size, the Icon range drastically reduces installation times while ensuring a permanent watertight seal.
Our customers consistently highlight the benefits. One contractor recently noted: “We use an Icon in almost all our excavations. It’s an absolute godsend.” Another stated: “It saves loads of time.”
Reliable, durable, and long-lasting, the Icon range has become indispensable for contractors working on complex installations or repairs.
Ease of Use and Installation
When working under tight deadlines and challenging conditions, ease of installation is essential. Designed with contractors in mind, the Icon makes installation a breeze.
The Icon Pushfit is our most straightforward and versatile product, requiring no tools for installation. Simply clean the internal surface of the pipes and push the coupling into place—it’s that easy. One contractor even likened it to assembling “Lego.” With multiple sealing ribs providing a watertight fit, the Icon can be installed in 30 seconds or less.
For situations where pipe diameters differ and traditional couplings are not suitable, the Icon Mechanical offers the quickest solution. Featuring a stainless-steel body that compresses the rubber against the internal pipe surface, it ensures a secure, watertight connection. Easily installed with everyday tools and made to order within 24 hours, the Icon Mechanical helps prevent project delays and solves complex on-site challenges, saving contractors hours in connection time.
Reliability and Quality
WRc approved and tested across thousands of applications, the Icon range is robust and dependable. It offers superior joint stability when dealing with shear load forces and features a tapered internal seal that eliminates snags and aids flow. One contractor commented: “I use Icons all the time. I’ve never had a recurring blockage with any that have been fitted in four years—they are brilliant.” Proudly manufactured in the UK, we are committed to providing contractors with reliable, high-quality solutions.
Fernco Product Selector
We understand that pipework varies significantly across sites, often creating challenges. To simplify product selection, our Fernco Product Selector makes specifying the right coupling easy. Available as a mobile app, the Fernco Product Selector guides customers to the most suitable product for their specific needs. Just measure the opening, and we’ll do the rest, providing instant recommendations.
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