Plastic Pipe Spotlight

HDPE Pipe Fittings

Agru has more than 30 years experience in injection molding. The high quality raw material is of the newest generation of PPI and NSF listed material and is compatible for heat fusion with any pipe manufactured from a similar or like resin. Features of Agru’s pipe fittings include corrosion, biological and chemical resistant, superior flow characteristics and lightweight.

For additional information, contact Robert Johnson, Agru America, 500 Garrison Road, Georgetown, SC 29440, 800-373-2478, Fax: 843-527-2738, E-mail: salesmktg@agruamerica.com, Web: www.agruamerica.com.

Valve and Piping Systems

Asahi/America, Inc. introduced its updated 12-page Thermo - plas tic Valve and Piping Systems catalog. A valuable resource for engineers, plant managers and distributors, the catalog presents an overview of Asahi/Ameri ca’s thermoplastic fluid handling product lines, capabilities for distributors, engineers and installers. The catalog highlights the many advantages of using thermoplastic materials in fluid handling systems, including their corrosion-resistant properties. Providing custo mers with general information about Asahi/America’s products, the catalog features specifications for thermoplastic valves, pneumatic and electric actuators, high purity products, industrial piping and double containment piping.

For additional information, contact Jeff Baker, Asahi/America, Inc., 35 Green Street, Malden, MA 02148, 877-24-ASAHI/781-321-5409, Fax: 800-426- 7058, E-mail: asahi@asahi-america.com, Web: www. asahi-america.com.

NSF Certification

NSF International announced that Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company’s RePVC™ (polyvinyl chloride) and ReUze™ can now be added to the company’s list of products certified by NSF International, an independent, not-for- profit organization committed to protecting and improving public health and the environment. Both piping systems were inspired by the green and sustainability industries. According to Charlotte Pipe, there are three sources of non-potable water: rainwater, gray water and municipally supplied reclaimed water. Non-potable water systems are great for applications that do not require water that has been treated to drinking water standards. NSF International’s certification for water piping systems verifies that the products meet all applicable requirements by conducting thorough testing and facility inspections. ReUze, a purple CPVC piping system for distributing non-potable water inside the building, is directly aimed at increasing water efficiency. The line pipes are purple to differentiate non-potable water from potable water. Nonpotable water can be used to save building owners money, relieve stress on already over burdened public agencies and preserve a precious resource in applications such as toilet and urinal flushing and process water. RePVC is a PVC pipe that uses recycled content as the center layer. It expands the market for recycled materials, slows the consumption of raw materials and reduces the amount of waste entering landfills.

For additional information, contact Towanda Long, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, P.O. Box 35430, Charlotte, NC 28235, 800-438-6091/704-348-6685, Fax: 800- 553-1605, E-mail: tlong@charlottepipe.com, Web: www. charlottepipe.com.

PVC Welder

One of the latest tools in Leister Process Technology’s WELDPLAST line of hand extruders, the WELDPLAST S2 PVC meets the highest standards of functionality and design. Featuring a screw specifically designed for PVC, it is perfect for use on PVC-U, HDPE, LDPE and PP membranes. Measuring just 17.7 inches with a 3.8-inch diameter, this compact device produces up to 5.95 pounds of extrudate per hour. Like all Leister tools, the WELDPLAST S2 PVC is easy to maneuver and comfortable to control due to its adjustable air duct and pivoting handle. A multifunctional display includes language selection, pre-set temperature settings, maintenance notifications, time meters and the ability to custom-program other settings.

Other key features include: a maintenance-free blower; hot-air casing for heat protection; low-noise, high power transmission; and a double-sided, non-twisting wire feed. WELDPLAST S2 PVC comes with a carrying case for neat storage. Additional accessories include a tool rest and complete welding shoes (fillet weld and V/X seam).

For additional information, contact a Leister Authorized Master Distributor: Assembly Supplies (Western U.S.), 800-694-1472, Web: www.hotairtools.com; Heely-Brown (Southeastern U.S.), 800-241-4628, Web: www.heelybrown. com; Industrial Heat Sources (Midwestern U.S.), 800-635-0384, Web: www.industrialheatsources.com; Malcom Company (Northeastern U.S.), 888-807-4030, Web: www.malcom.com, STANMECH Technologies (Canada), 888-438-6324, Web: www.stanmech.com.

Socket Fusion Tooling Kits

McElroy’s new Socket Tooling Kits are set to simplify the work lives of contractors. The kits offer contractors an opportunity to purchase a complete tooling set that includes a Multi-Mc™ heater, heater sling, heater adapters, ratchet shears, chamfer tools/depth gauges, spare chamfer blade and cold ring tools. Socket fusion is a popular technique for fusing high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe fittings in 1/2” copper tube size (CTS) to 4” iron pipe size (IPS) pipe sizes (16mm to 125mm).

Eight kits are available that consist of equipment geared to specific ranges of fitting sizes and heater voltage requirements. The four size range options include a 3/4” to 2” IPS; 1/2” CTS to 2” IPS; 3” and 4” IPS; and 3/4” to 1 1/4” IPS. After choosing the appropriate size range, contractors can choose either a 120- or 240-volt Multi-Mc heater.

Large Fusion Machine

McElroy also offers the new MegaMc® 1600 four-jaw machine which can handle a variety of pipe applications. The four-jaw fusion machine has the power and finesse to butt fuse high-density polyethylene pipe (HDPE) as small as 20” to as large as 65” in diameter (500mm – 1600mm). The versatile MegaMc is packed full of features that give the operator the opportunity to easily transport the machine, as well as fuse fittings onto large-diameter pipes.

The MegaMc 1600 has 30,000 pounds of clamping power in each of the four jaws. That force is used in clamping and rerounding pipe for a high-quality fusion process. When dealing with heavy large-diameter pipe, it’s critical to have fusion force to overcome drag - unit offers 88,000 pounds of fusion force.

Critical components to the fusion process are upgraded in the new machine. A facer with stronger internal workings is 40 percent faster. An advanced digital heater control provides better temperature control, while an automatic hydraulic heater stripping device improves crucial open and close times.

The fourth jaw is also completely removable, which allows the operator the flexibility to fuse fittings onto a length of pipe. The designed functionality of the machine continues with four extendable hydraulic outriggers that stabilize the machine on level and uneven jobsite locations. One of the most important design elements of the machine is the width. Measuring just 102 inches wide, the unit fits on most flatbed trailers and can be road-shipped without permit in most of the United States. The unit can also be towed.

For additional information, contact Tyler Henning, McElroy Manufacturing, Inc., 833 North Fulton, Tulsa, OK 74115, 918-836-8611, Fax: 918-831-9285, E-mail: thenning@mcelroy.com, Web: www.mcelroy.com.

Bead Removing Tools

While the use of HDPE pipe in the water market finds more and more acceptance, many experts in this field are unaware that the removal of the internal bead not only improves the performance of the system, but acutally is not that hard to acccomplish.

Wegener Welding, LLC carries an excellent tool for the internal bead removal for pipe diameters OD 2” to 24”. This range can be covered with only three different cutting heads, i.e. a single head can cover a range of sizes.

The tool is available with extensions to reach up to 65’ into the pipe. It has a very compact, sturdy and streamlined design, is easy to use and requires practically no maintenance. It’s German engineering at its finest.

For additional information, contact Patty Zitkus, WEGENER Welding, LLC, 16W231 S. Frontage Road, Unit #12, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, 630-789-0990, Fax: 630- 789-1380, E-mail: patty@wegenerwelding.com, Web: www.wegenerwelding.com.