Qualified gas fitters use specialised tools and equipment for safe installations and repairs. We have the expertise and gear to service your gas needs.
Gas fitting is a specialised trade that involves installing, maintaining, and repairing gas lines and appliances. As gas can be dangerous if mishandled, Gas fitters undergo comprehensive training and need to be certified to perform their duties effectively and safely.
At Lalor Park Plumbing, our fully licensed gas fitters are equipped with all the necessary tools to complete every task to the highest standard.
It’s crucial to note that gas fitting requires a diverse array of specialised equipment for varying tasks. Safety gear like gas detectors and fire extinguishers are also essential where gas is involved.
Essential tools comprise pipe cutters, Allen keys, joiners for fitting gas lines, regulated welding hoses with hose reels for appliance connection, and precision instruments for leak detection and pressure measurement.
Utilizing task-specific gas hose fittings, our gas fitters work efficiently and maintain the highest safety standards.
With considerable skills knowledge, a fitter can utilise the best practices and cutting-edge tools at their disposal, providing dependable plumbing gas fitting services to homes and businesses across Lalor Park.
Gas fitters rely on an array of plumber tool essentials to complete different tasks when installing, maintaining or repairing gas systems. These essential tools fall into a few crucial categories:
The correct use of these hand tools guarantees that gas systems are safely assembled and function under the necessary pressure conditions. Accurate hose crimping and proper fitting applications prevent leaks, sealant tape application ensures thread sealing, and adept valve handling manages isolation and gas flow during evaluations.
At Lalor Park Plumbing, we equip our gas fitters with a complete set of high-quality hand tools essential for safe and proficient job execution.
Pipe wrenches are essential tools used to grip and turn pipes during installation, maintenance and repair jobs. Their adjustable jaws allow a secure grip on a range of pipe sizes. Common types of pipe wrenches include standard and chain pipe wrenches.
Pipe wrenches offer superior grip and leverage from their hardened steel teeth that securely grip pipe fittings. At Lalor Park Plumbing, Our gas fitters employ robust Ridgid brand pipe wrenches, known for their suitability in challenging gas fitting tasks.
During gas system assembly or alterations, pipe wrenches are used in tandem with fitting tool to tighten and seal threaded pipe connections. For example, a 10 or 12-inch model can help get around large diameter gas mains.
The wrench size required is determined by the pipe size. Adjusting jaw pressure prevents pipe damage.
When it comes to gas appliance servicing, the versatile pipe wrench securely fastens to the appliance inlet or outlet pipes, ensuring a tight grip during disconnections or reconnections. Smaller pipe wrenches are ideal for this task. Proper wrench use helps protect your components from leaks, cracks or breaks.
Pipe wrenches must be handled meticulously to avoid slippage. Our gas fitters’ expertise allows them to use pipe wrenches safely during all installation, maintenance and repair jobs.
Adjustable wrenches, sometimes called crescent wrenches, are hugely versatile gas fitting tools used to grip and turn nuts bolts, couplings and other fittings when assembling or dismantling gas systems. Adjustable wrenches accommodate various metric and imperial nut and bolt sizes, thanks to their movable jaws.
Our gas fitters at Lalor Park Plumbing use high-quality adjustable wrenches to fasten or loosen connections on gas appliance components like burners, valves, and safety controls. Care is taken to match the wrench capacity to the fitting size so that force can be applied without damaging fittings.
When carrying out pipework alterations or gas leak repairs, adjustable wrenches also enable the tightening or loosening of fittings in awkward, confined areas. The smooth adjustment of the handle makes it much easier to apply precision grip and torque without having to change tools. This streamlined method saves time and minimizes any issues.
Adjustable wrenches need skillful handling to prevent slipping. Our gas fitters’ expertise allows them to leverage adjustable wrenches safely during all installation, maintenance and repair jobs while avoiding pipe or fitting damage.
Water pump pliers, a key plumbing tool also known as Channellock pliers, are an adjustable gripping tool useful for gas fitting tasks involving pipes, tubes, and fittings with irregular shapes. Their versatility stems from the adjustable nature of both their grip span and applied pressure.
Our gas fitters use robust water pump pliers in confined spaces where other wrenches fall short. The strong but adjustable grip allows our technicians to safely engage gas components for removal or installation.
Water pump pliers can firmly hold corroded fasteners or pipes during service of older gas appliances, avoiding additional damage. Their elongated handles offer leverage in difficult-to-reach areas.
Proper use of tools pipe prevents rounding off nuts/bolts or crushing pipes during gas system alterations. At Lalor Park Plumbing, our gas fitters’ specialised product knowledge ensures water pump pliers are used only when appropriate and adjusted correctly for each job.
Gas fitting requires specialised cutting and joining equipment to assemble piping systems and modify existing ones. Our gas fitters rely on quality tools for these fabrication tasks.
Hacksaws make straight, burr-free cuts through small diameter copper, steel and alloy gas pipes ready for installation and joining afterwards. Preferred for versatility and precision, different blade designs suit an array of materials. We ensure hacksaws are sharp and tensioned correctly to prevent damage.
For larger pipes, pipe cutters like rigid copper tubing cutters and ratchet pipe cutters make cuts via built in blades. Pipe is secured via an adjustable clamp and lever-actuated blades rotate around the circumference cleanly and squared-off without fraying. This prepares piping for further fabrication.
Hole saw kitsare an essential gas fitting accessory for drilling precise openings in walls, floors and ceilings when installing gas pipelines between rooms and floors. Matching the correct hole saw bit size with drill power guarantees clean access points.
Proficiency in cutting and joining techniques allows for efficient work that our clients value in their gas systems. Our expertise in safely handling specialized power tools gives us a distinctive advantage.
Safety is paramount when working with dangerous gases. Gas fitters rely on safe work practices, including specialised personal protective equipment (PPE) and gas detection gear, to work safely.
Essential personal protective equipment consists of robust boots, gloves, ear plugs, protective eyewear for eye safety, and hard hats. These PPE items are vital for protecting individuals from hazards like heat, impact, noise, and other risks. Our gas fitters use detectors that rapidly warn of carbon monoxide and methane leaks, or oxygen level deficiencies, preventing serious hazards.
An accurate manometer is used for pressure testing on new gas lines to detect leaks. Electronic detectors provide fast identification of gas leaks with audible alarms and sensitivity down to a few PPM. We can also use these tools when pressure testing pipes and for final checks after working on a gas system.
When comes to gas safety, regular checks give clients peace of mind.
Compliance with Gas Safety Regulations and Australian Standards for gas installations is essential and part of your job as a gas fitter to have rigorous training, certification, and equipment. At Lalor Park Plumbing, we meet and exceed all mandated safety requirements to deliver reliable, quality gas fitting services.
Professional gas fitters utilise advanced plumbing hand tools and machinery to work efficiently and safely during complex installations.Hydraulic pipe benders enable precise bending of large diameter pipes onsite to fit building plans, eliminating improvisation.Power drills, hole saws and threaders swiftly make openings and connections.Inspection cameras examine internal pipe integrity and site conditions in tight spaces.
Their plumber gas inspection camera footage assists in meticulous planning.
Investment in leading commercial machinery ensures we make sure to maintain a competitive advantage when contracted for extensive residential re-piping jobs or commercial gas system upgrades.
Properly maintaining and safeguarding every hand power tools in our inventory is fundamental to ensure lasting durability, optimum performance, and unassailable safety. Routine inspection, cleaning and lubrication prevents deterioration, extends service life and ensures hand power functionality when needed. Secure storage also protects valuable equipment.
Our gas fitters regularly inspect their tools for wear and tear as part of their maintenance routine.
Pipe wrenches, gripping pliers and clamps are inspected for worn jaws.
We meticulously clean our hand tools with solvents to eliminate grease and grime, then lubricate all moving parts. Power tools undergo external wiping, internal air blasting and oiling. Everything gets repacked into dedicated tool box sets, chests and belts with custom foam inserts that secure tools during transport.
Safe storage separates sharp, heavy or hot tools from accessories to prevent damage. Flammable gases and chemicals occupy appropriate spill-proof containers in ventilated areas. Signposted tool lockups with shadowed outlines help identify missing items quickly.
At Lalor Park Plumbing, tool maintenance discipline means our kits operate reliably for years. Their impeccable condition reflects our professionalism to our clients.
Gas fitting work demands strict adherence to health and safety regulations, safeguarding technicians, clients, and the general public. In Australia, the Gas Safety Act and associated regulations (Gas Installation) represent the key legislation covering technical gas safety standards. Mandatory rules govern areas like appliance installation, certification, testing, and inspection activities undertaken by gas fitters.
Compliance with these regulations is crucial in mitigating fire hazards, explosions, and gas-related poisoning. At Lalor Park Plumbing, we ensure your business benefits from experienced, licenced specialists who undergo regular training updates to remain current with legal requirements. We possess all essential licenses and rigorously maintain our safety-first approach through testing equipment and practices on every job.
Hiring reputable gas fitting professionals is the only way for clients to receive fully compliant services protecting their Standards like AS/NZS 5601 and AS/NZS 4575 ensure legal obligations are fulfilled, encompassing aspects such as gas distribution networks and ventilation.
By partnering with properly accredited gas fitters like those at Lalor Park Plumbing, clients can install or upgrade gas systems correctly and safely. Our track record proves we consistently tick every box when it comes to legal duties and best practise standards.
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