The Tectite Pro Push-fit fitting is just 140mm in length and is primarily used to connect 54mm piping together yet has managed to suspend a car weighing 1.4 tonnes in mid-air.
The experiment, a unique part of Pegler Yorkshire’s rigorous testing measures, also helped to raise vital funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research and was observed by John Wakefield the Secretary Chairman for the charity’s Thorne Voluntary Committee.
Sally Crerar, Head of Community Fundraising at Yorkshire Cancer Research said: “This is a most unusual way to raise funds for Yorkshire Cancer Research as it must be the first time we have benefited from a donation following an event where a car is suspended in thin air! We would like to thank Pegler Yorkshire for choosing our charity to receive the most generous donation of £400.”
Marketing Director for Pegler Yorkshire, Phill Jackson commented: “All our products go through rigorous testing measures before being introduced to the market, but I agree this is a particularly unusual way of testing although it not only demonstrates the amazing strength of the product but, has also enabled us to donate vital funds to a local charity.”
Yorkshire Cancer Research was chosen by Pegler Yorkshire because of the charity’s tireless work to help those people in the Yorkshire region affected by cancer. Every penny raised is spent in our region and supports world-class research, diagnosis and treatment in Yorkshire.
The Tectite Pro fitting, typically used in commercial plumbing systems, has delivered on strength and durability and will now form part of the quality range of fittings within the Pegler Yorkshire portfolio.
For further information about any of Pegler Yorkshire’s products call 0844 243 4400, or email brochures@pegleryorkshire.co.uk
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