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NIBCO Continues to Expand Its BenchPress® Product Line

ASPE Pipeline•February 03, 2026•1 min read

BenchPress and BenchPressG fittings allow for easy, clean, and fast installation of residential, commercial, and industrial carbon steel piping systems. These heavy-duty fittings feature stainless steel grip rings and separator rings to ensure premium performance. Sizes range from ¼ inch through 2 inches and now include 148 SKUs of BenchPress and BenchPressG.

“The expansion of our BenchPress and BenchPressG lines reflects NIBCO’s ongoing commitment to innovation and customer-driven product development,” said Marilyn Morgan, Senior Product Manager–Metal Fittings, NIBCO. “By introducing new extended sizes, we’re giving contractors more flexibility and efficient press solutions for a wider range of carbon steel applications.”

BenchPress and BenchPressG

fittings can be installed within seconds and require no threading equipment and lubricants, while maintaining joint integrity and professional appearance.

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NIBCO Continues to Expand Its BenchPress® Product Line

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NIBCO Continues to Expand Its BenchPress® Product Line

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