The original Yorkshire Integral Solder Ring fitting remains the best on
the market, but it has not stopped others trying to copy its success
with low quality imitations.
The Yorkshire Integral Solder Ring (ISR) capillary fitting was developed by Yorkshire Fittings in 1934 and represented a major breakthrough for the industry. The influence of this copper fitting can hardly be overstated, having introduced a completely new concept to the developing plumbing and heating industry and it is no exaggeration to say its contribution to the growth of copper plumbing in the UK and overseas is unparalleled. Such is the strength of the brand that “Yorkshire” has become the generic name for all integral solder ring fittings.
This success has encouraged cut-price replicas onto the market and while most people recognise the real thing when they see it, some purchasers are still choosing what they believe to be genuine Yorkshire products only to be disappointed when it comes to installation.
Inferior solder ring fittings are being chosen on price alone and will not perform to the same standards as Yorkshire fittings and using the right products is not just desirable - it is essential. Poor quality fittings can lead to a whole host of problems, including installation failure, which could cost thousands of pounds to put right and may actually endanger life.
Lead bearing solders can also constitute a threat to public health and the use of sub standard products can have serious repercussions, particularly for Corgi registered installers. Poor quality products cast a shadow over the industry and the reputation of the installer alike, so it makes sense to choose fittings that will do the job right first time. The last thing an installer needs is a reputation for bad installation.
If in any doubt, customers should contact Yorkshire direct for confirmation but the real fitting can be distinguished in several ways. The Most obvious visible sign is the ‘YP’ logo stamped on every fitting. This stands for ‘Yorkshire Portable’ and confirms the fitting is from Yorkshire and contains a 100% lead free solder.
Pegler Yorkshire Marketing Services Manager Mark Westmoreland said, “With so many replicas in the marketplace, the safest course for installers to take is to put their faith in the genuine article. The original Yorkshire fitting remains enduringly popular with specifiers and installers because it provides value, convenience, quality and most importantly assurance that the product will continue to work long after installation is complete.”
While responsible manufacturers continue to test their products to the highest standards, there is a hardcore of those who are happy to offer the market cheap rubbish that will not stand the test of time. The quality of the original Yorkshire fitting is such that it comes with a 25-year guarantee against manufacturing defects – which remains one of the best guarantees the industry has to offer.
While Yorkshire continues to develop new and exciting products, the original Yorkshire Fitting remains the first and only choice for many. The fact is anyone who is anyone in the industry knows the Yorkshire fitting as the genuine article and still asks for it by name. The continuing success of this market-leading product shows their trust and confidence in the world’s most famous fitting is not misplaced.
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In today’s competitive marketplace, it is not unusual to see cheap imitation products made available to trap the unwary. While this may not be a problem when buying a pair of jeans, it can raise serious issues when buying products that are needed to perform an essential job.