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lets address some of these statements

wrong the additives in the gas attack the non gas rated oring breaking it down and in turn leaking / passing past the oring

if the gas line is above 130 dc temp wise i think you have bigger issues as the incoming service could be plastic, which as you know doesnt like heat/ hot environments and this will cause a problem before the solder melts

copper pressed can only be used on and upto 5 bar stainless can only be used upto 10 bar

as for soldered and your stated 15-100/50 bar tests, as you already know you cant soft solder past 75 mbar you need to braze in turn answers your second point braze will go well past press in regards to temp ratings and tbh you will prob find your copper tops out around 30 bar anyway
I dont k ow where you digged that but it ain't all correct. But you are the one and only plumber on earth who knowns it all.

The non additives which you are talking about dont destroy the o ring is the viega fitting is double crimped before and after the bead. There is no chance of he o ring perishing away. Its totally new for me that you can use plastic tips on gas pipe lines should be all rubber lined metal so there hardly any chance of melting and collapsing. Get your head around it's not 80s no more and technology moves on. Soldering was good in 80s but its 21st century and things have changed to make it safer, faster and out lasting older technologies. Who is still grazing nowadays that can only be done in UK where everything is so prestige lol.
 
What the hell do I need lagging for mate. The whole house hasn't been lagged and it is over 70 years old. Do t get me wrong but you are extremely o er the top as usual. I'd like to see your jobs seriously I bet I could identify loads of faults
Because if your pipe freezes and bursts that’s on you?? And it’s outside essentially so why run the risk
 
Also no one is perfect but to quite rudely say because you use newer methods makes you better is quite frankly arrogant and insulting wind your neck in you are really rubbing people up the wrong way with your narcissistic can’t be wrong views
 
In regards to lagging you know that little box you ticked saying it’s installed to manufacture and bs spec you will find what you require in the regs

As for spec of orings think you will find that in your regs book And the part about soldering

Don’t worrie I’ve just popped a pic up for you

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I dont k ow where you digged that but it ain't all correct. But you are the one and only plumber on earth who knowns it all.

Soldering was good in 80s but its 21st century and things have changed to make it safer, faster and out lasting older technologies. Who is still grazing nowadays that can only be done in UK where everything is so prestige lol.

Ffs..... where’s the slap your own face emoji?
 
Also no one is perfect but to quite rudely say because you use newer methods makes you better is quite frankly arrogant and insulting wind your neck in you are really rubbing people up the wrong way with your narcissistic can’t be wrong views
Haha, you're very funny ... if you feel spoken to that's your own problem I never mentioned anything so wind your neck in and just because you are a mod dont think you can do whatever you like.
 
In regards to lagging you know that little box you ticked saying it’s installed to manufacture and bs spec you will find what you require in the regs

As for spec of orings think you will find that in your regs book And the part about soldering

Don’t worrie I’ve just popped a pic up for you

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It's all to spec so dont worry mate. Worry about your own installs
 
Errrrr, yes they can. They’re the beholder of the ‘delete’ button😉
Really? For what reason? Because I'm defending myself with actual truth? Without being rude? Not offending anyone ... that's a reason to ban somebody Haha lol
 
All I’m trying to do is keep peace. You seem intent on arguing the toss at every opportunity even when as above you have proof in black and white. I have neither insulted anyone’s methods or said that I know better but in this instance all I’ve seen is you charging customers a “quality” rate so that you can use press fit rather than delivering the install that the customer has paid for ie a complete, safe one. I have not commented on the pressfit tee which you seem adamant you are going to ignore. Can you not see how ridiculous it is to brasso off the yellow indicator as the next engineer cannot tell if the fitting is suitable. That’s the idea of it. I would also draw your attention to the fact that you wanted this thread and all it seems to be is look at rons crimping and shiny pipework. Seriously some substance and an objectionable view to constructive criticism would make so much more sense.
 
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All I’m trying to do is keep peace. You seem intent on arguing the toss at every opportunity even when as above you have proof in black and white. I have neither insulted anyone’s methods or said that I know better but in this instance all I’ve seen is you charging customers a “quality” rate so that you can use press fit rather than delivering the install that the customer has paid for ie a complete, safe one. I have not commented on the pressfit tee which you seem adamant you are going to ignore. Can you not see how ridiculous it is to brasso off the yellow indicator as the next engineer cannot tell if the fitting is suitable. That’s the idea of it. I would also draw your attention to the fact that you wanted this thread and all it seems to be is look at rons crimping and shiny pipework. Seriously some substance and an objectionable view to constructive criticism would make so much more sense.
I agree with a few points.
I will leave it as it is. If you want you can close this thread as I'm not going to upload anything anymore. Have good evening
 
Ron can I step in as peace maker you are digging a big hole here mate please don't jump in , Harvest and the other engineers are only trying to help you out it may come across as negative criticism but be assured we know what's right and what's wrong , posting pictures of your work on here leaves you wide open to criticism I know this from past experiences but please don't see it as us ganging up on you, we as gas engineers have a duty to ensure that life and property is protected If there's a issue regarding the fittings you have used and I am not saying there is ! please , please address the problem and if not and your 100 per cent sure that your install Meets all the gas regulations then that's the end of it . Regards kop
 
Trust me I do now did I put that test nipple back in 😀

Mines always did I put that fga cap back on?

It then goes

Oh hello my dear I think I left a screwdriver on top of your boiler can I have a look? Ffs a 15 mile drive just to see the cap where it should be! Pull screwdriver out my pocket here it is. Walk out muttering.
 
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Mines always did I put that fga cap back on?

It then goes

Oh hello my dear I think I left a screwdriver on top of your boiler can I have a look? Ffs a 15 mile drive just to see the cap where it should be! Pull screwdriver out my pocket here it is. Walk out muttering.
Been there
 

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