The sleeve’s barb technology has also been improved to provide a stronger grip on the pipe. This adds extra strength and security to the joints, and provides greater assurance around the reliability of installation by protecting against knocks or unforeseen incidents.  

The SmartSleeve’s unique In4Sure joint recognition provides a rumbling sensation to let installers know that a pipe has been inserted properly and that the fittings are correctly connected.

Josef Allen, Product Designer at Wavin UK, said: “Since the first launch of Hep₂O products in the 1970s, we’ve been continually refining our designs to ensure all our products meet and surpass expectations. 

“We understand that our customers can often find themselves working in tight, awkward or hard-to-reach areas, which makes it harder to move about easily and adjust fittings quickly when the occasion calls for it. With an easily adjustable product like Hep₂O, incorporating the new SmartSleeve, they can tackle these challenges more effectively. 

“That’s why gaining real-life customer feedback through plumber focus groups was also essential to the development process of our new Hep₂O SmartSleeve, and we’re confident it’s designed specifically for the needs of the trade.” 

The new SmartSleeve comes in a range of sizes (10mm, 15mm, 22mm and 28mm), and is available to purchase from merchants across the UK. 

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