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STEAM DOCTOR
STEAM DOCTOR Member Posts: 1,973
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I am in the market for propress. Looking for first hand info about the pros and cons of various makes or modals. hanks

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  • MikeyB
    MikeyB Member Posts: 696
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    Propress

    I have been in the market as well, Ridgid, Rothenberger, & Rems all seem to make great products, just not sure which one to buy? I think alot of the guys like the Ridgid/Viega but would like to hear opinions as well.
  • R Mannino
    R Mannino Member Posts: 440
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    Just Make

    sure you get one with the swivel head, you won't be sorry.
  • James Day_2
    James Day_2 Member Posts: 191
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    Propress

    I have both the Ridgid and the Milwaukee Press tools.  I like the Milwaukee tool better.  My Employee prefers the Ridgid.  I use only the Viega Fittings.  Havn't had any issues and it saves a ton of time on boiler installations.  I save about a Day of Labor on a Boiler Replacement. 



    James
  • Robert O'Brien
    Robert O'Brien Member Posts: 3,541
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    James

    So you save day both literally and figuratively?
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  • James Day_2
    James Day_2 Member Posts: 191
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    Lol

    Some People may say that :)
  • Jim Godbout
    Jim Godbout Member Posts: 49
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    Propress

    We have used ridgid for over eight years

    My men prefer ridgid machines much better

    We tried rems and Milwaukee both had issues with battery performance when used as much as we do



    16 units we own with a variety of sizes and styles all the way to newest RP 200 and there cast iron snapper

    My shop guy sends them out occasionally for service with very good service from ridgid

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  • Slimpickins
    Slimpickins Member Posts: 339
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    Rothenberger

    I'll have to vouch for the Rothenberger. It can get into tight spaces and it seemed to not torque the pipe as you are pressing the fitting, making the pipe run crooked. If you talk to manufacturers reps of particular brands, most will give you a loaner to check 'em out.
  • STEAM DOCTOR
    STEAM DOCTOR Member Posts: 1,973
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    fittings

    I took the plunge and ordered the ridgid 200-b. The next question is where can I get fittings. I work in Queens and Nassau county(NY). Do any of the supply houses carry them or do I need to order online
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