“Apollo”® PowerPress® and “Apollo”® SmartPress® advance sustainable building performance
Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS), a global leader in advanced integrated piping systems for the distribution and control of liquids and gases, highlights its specialized press system solutions designed for heat pump applications. Through its “Apollo”® PowerPress® and “Apollo”® SmartPress® product lines, Aalberts IPS enables contractors and engineers to build high-performance systems that align with the transition toward decarbonized and energy-efficient buildings.
The “Apollo”® PowerPress® system is engineered for closed-loop water circuits within commercial and multifamily heat pump systems. Manufactured from carbon steel with a zinc-nickel coating, “Apollo” PowerPress® provides superior corrosion resistance and long-term system integrity, supporting the safe and efficient transport of thermal energy in diverse hydronic networks. Key installation features include Leak Before Press® technology, delivering immediate installation assurance, and a Visual Control Ring (VCR) for simple, visual press verification. “Apollo” PowerPress® offers EPDM and HNBR sealing options suitable for chilled and hot water systems, further enhancing reliability. The system is compatible with fan coils, heat exchangers, and buffer tanks to facilitate comprehensive system integration.
For potable water and domestic hot water, Aalberts IPS offers the “Apollo”® SmartPress® product line, built entirely from stainless steel press fittings. “Apollo” SmartPress® ensures corrosion resistance and a long service life, meeting the high sanitary standards required for water distribution. Available in both 304/304L and 316/316L stainless steel, the fittings deliver installation confidence through Visu-Control® foil for easy press confirmation and incorporate Leak Before Press® technology for robust reliability. “Apollo” SmartPress® is compatible with radiant heating, solar water, and integrated heat pump systems and is ideal for buildings targeting LEED®, WELL®, or Passive House certification. In addition to its broad usage in residential buildings, schools, hospitals, and retrofit projects, SmartPress® demonstrates its versatility and value across applications in the green building movement.
Aalberts IPS press systems help engineers and installers create hydronic networks that efficiently transfer energy between air, water, and ground sources. The quality of every press connection is critical, and with Aalberts IPS’ technology, installers achieve secure, leak-free joints without flame, flux, or fumes. By replacing traditional brazing or welding with Aalberts IPS’ press connection technology, contractors not only improve safety but also minimize on-site energy use, an important step toward net-zero carbon goals.
Many modern systems use a hybrid configuration, pairing “Apollo” SmartPress® for potable and hot water loops with “Apollo” PowerPress® for mechanical and closed-loop circuits. This approach optimizes material selection, ensuring the right product is used for the right application and improving efficiency, reliability, and sustainability throughout the system.
About Aalberts IPS
Aalberts integrated piping systems (IPS) is a global leader in creating mission-critical valve and connection technology through its “Apollo”® brand with a legacy spanning 96 years. The product profile includes: ball valves, butterfly valves, safety relief valves, control valves, mixing valves, and backflow preventers, serving many industries such as residential, commercial, industrial, and utility markets. The company’s commitment to quality is evident in its proactive design and manufacturing processes, with a significant portion of production proudly conducted in the US. Connect with Aalberts IPS on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
