Pressing for HVAC & Plumbing
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3)
RIDGID certification on press-fit connections for copper, stainless steel, and PEX pipe using manual and battery-powered press tools.
Format
Hybrid
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Skills developed through this program
- Identify pressable piping materials
- Explain press fitting design principles
- Operate manual press tools safely
- Operate battery-powered press tools
- Press copper tubing connections
- Press PEX tubing connections
Occupations this program prepares you for
Credentials this program stacks toward
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Detailed information about this program
NC3 and RIDGID introduce pressing for HVAC and plumbing. Content introduces types and sizes of piping materials suited for pressing and their uses, explains the design principles and function of various press-type fittings for copper, stainless steel, and PEX pipe, and demonstrates the safe and proper operation of manual and battery-powered press tools on copper and PEX tubing including preparation for press connections. Students' ability to safely and properly use professional press tools is evaluated through hands-on joining of copper and PEX tubing.
What you need to earn this credential
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