HDPE Drainage - Pipekit Ltd

HDPE drainageJanuary 2011

SystemSystem overviewoverviewTheAkathermAkathermHDPEHDPE drainagedrainage an4040 yearsyears inhasbeenareasofofapplicationapplicationwherewhere thethe drainagedrainageareassystemhashasto tomeethighstandardssystemmeethighstandardsofof durabilityreliability. aremetmet bybycombiningcombining thethestandardsexcellentmaterialmaterial propertiesproperties ofof HDPEHDPEexcellentwith homogeneous welded joints.with homogeneous welded joints.The range covers an extensive packageThe range covers an extensive packageof pipes and fittings in the diametersof pipes and fittings in the diameters40-315mm.40-315 mm.Their high impact resistance andTheirimpact resistancewidewidehightemperaturerangeand maketemperaturerangemakeAkathermMarley Akatherm HDPE pipe systemHDPEpipe suitablesystem extremelyextremelyfor drainingsuitablewasteforwaterdrainingwaste constructionswater in utilitiesin utilitieslikeconstructionslike schoolshospitals,hotels,hospitals, hotels,as wellasschoolsas wellas residential chnicaltechnicaladvice,advice includingincludingForjointingtechniquestechniques andand installationinstallationjointingadvice, pleaseplease contactcontact ourour 1622272445.852695.support11

ableofofcontentscontentsMaterial propertiesSystem overviewSystem overview . 1PropertiesMaterial properties . 3Standards and qualityStandards and quality . 5Product rangeGeneral information . 6Pipes. 8Reducers. 9Bends . 12Elbows. 15Branches. 16Aerators Akavent. 24End caps. 25Electrofusion joints Akafusion . 26Expansion sockets. 27Plug-in joints. 28Screw couplers . 30Contraction sleeves. 31Flanged joints . 3233Wall-lavatory . 3437Control boxes Akafusion. 3838Butt-welding machines . 39Jointing methodsUnit Test methodValueDensityat 23 Cg/cm3ISO 11830.954ElasticitymodulusN/mm2ISO 527850N/mm2 DIN 54852-Z41000Bending creepmodulusTensile strengthat 23 CN/mm2ISO 52722Elongationat break%ISO R 527300Linear expansioncoefficientmm/mKDIN 537520.13 - 0.19IndentationhardnessN/mm2ISO 203936 - 46Ignitiontemperature C- 350ThermalconductivityW/m . KDIN 526120.37 - 0.43ISO 86861Shore hardnessCrystallitemelting range COperationaltemperature range C--40 - 100Melt Flow RateMFR 190/5g/10 minISO 11330.43125 - 13140Electrofusion. 4141Butt-welding. 4245Plug-in joint . 4645Expansion joint . 4646Flange joint. 4746Contraction sleeve . 47InstallationAnchor point bracket. 4847Anchor point bracket with expansion socket. 4847Guide bracket. 4847Bracket distance . 4948Terms and conditionsDurapipe UK terms and conditions of sale. 522233

ties PEBenefitsImpact-resistant and toughUnbreakable at temperatures StandardsqualityAkatherm specialist drainage systems are developed and producedaccording to the certified quality system ISO 9001:2000. All our productsare complying with EN 1519, ISO 8770 and other relevant standards. Thesystem has obtained numerous national approvals.Standards and approvalsCountryElasticSuitable for underground pipes through adjustment tolocal ground movementThermal resistantCertificate of tured in compliance withNEN 7018BS EN 1519-1: 2000NEN 7008BSI Kitemark Licence application in progressApplication possible between -40ºC and 100ºCAkatherm International and ISO 9001Akatherm International’s quality management system is according to ISO9001:2000 and is certified by LloydsRegister Quality Assurance.The quality system comprises the completework process at Akatherm. Not only thedevelopment and production is recordedbut also the marketing and delivery ofplastic pipe systems.ISO 9001BelgiumThe NetherlandsNBN1519NENEN7018Smooth internal wallLow blockage risk due to low deposit/residue effectsNEN 7008GermanyBelgiumWear resistantDIN ENNBNEN 15191519Lower costs due to relatively long lifeDIN 19537Weather-resistant / UV resistantApplication in open air unrestricted through colouringDenmarkGermanyNKBENProductDIN1519with carbon blackPoor heat conductivityNo condensation during short periods of coolingRulesNo. 8DIN 19537SwedenDenmarkEnvironmental management ISO 14001Akatherm has integrated the ISO14001:2004 environmental managementsystem into her quality management.The ISO 14001 environmental management system is a standard which controlsand improves Akatherm’s overall environmental performance.The system structurally focuses theattention to the environment during everyday operation. Two of the most importantstarting points are to make permanentenvironmental improvements and conformity with all rules and regulations.ISO 140001NKB ProductRules No. 8Non-toxicEnvironmentally 2Non-conductiveRules No. 8AustriaItalyHighly suitable for weldingÖNORM1519UNI ENEN1519Easy installation using butt-welding and electrofusiontechniquesAustraliaAustriaHomogeneous welded jointsEnd load resistant and leak proofPrefabricationReduces on-site installation timesMP52 SPEC.005ÖNORMEN 1519AustraliaMP52 SPEC. 005LightweightLight in weight44Cost-saving in transport and handling55

mpered pipeTesting the systemHandling and storageThe AkathermMarley AkathermHDPEpipe is tempered.pipe accordingis producedHDPE pipeis tempered.This pipe is Thisproducedtoaccordingto thestandardsEN 1519andhasISOundergone8770 but hasundergoneathe standardsEN 1519and ISO8770 buta heattreatmentheatafterresultextrusion.result isless cooledshrinkagewhencooledafter treatmentextrusion. Theis less Theshrinkagewhendownfromhighdownfrom temperature.high operationalThisgives lessstressinonjointsoperationalThis temperature.gives less stresson jointsresultinga longerresultinginpipea longerlife for the pipe system.life for thesystem.The system should be inspected for any possible leaks in accordance withBS EN 12056. Air should be pumped into the system through a branch ofa tee piece until a pressure equal to 38mm water gauge is achieved. Theinlet valve should then be closed and the system should maintain thepressure for a minimum of three minutes.FittingsShrinkage according to EN 1519 (3%)For all chemicalchemcial resistanceresistance enquiriesenquiries pleaseplease contactcontact ourour technicaltechnical supportsupportteam on 0162201543 852695.272445.Maximum shrinkage tempered Akatherm pipe (1%)AbbreviationsAbbreviationPipe length after productionLinear expansionThe MarleyAkathermHDPE materialhas a expansionlinear expansioncoefficientofAkathermHDPE materialhas a linearcoefficientof 0.130.13-0.19mm/mK.We calculatewithan expansion0.2 permmmeterper meter0.19 mm/mK.We calculatewith anexpansionof 0.2ofmmpipefor every C temperaturedifference.The Thetotaltotallengthvariationcancanbepipefor every C s follows:calculatedas follows:AAGArt. Nr.Dd1, d2 .DNek1,k2 .Ll1,l2 .qsSDRCross section area flowArticle groupArticle numberExternal dimension fitting partExternal dimension fitting/pipeNominal sizeWall thicknessMaximum length for shortening fittingsTotal length fittingLengths of part of fittingPacking quantityPipe class according to ISO-S (SDR-1)/2Ratio diameter/wallthickness geStorage of loose pipes1 metre maxPipeslateral restraintsThe highHDPE providesprotectionhigh impactimpact strengthstrengthofofAkathermMarley care shouldtakenat allbestagesof athandling,transprotectionagainstbut becareshouldtakenall stagesofportationstorage. and storage.handling, andtransportationPipe must be transported by a suitable vehicle and properly loaded andunloaded, e.g. wherever possible moved by hand or mechanical liftingequipment. ItItmustmustnotnotdraggedacrossthe ground.The storagebe bedraggedacrossthe ground.The storageshouldshouldflat,levelfreefromstonessharp stones.be flat, belevelandfreeandfromsharp Bundled packs of pipe should be stored on clear, level ground with thebattens supported from the outside by timber or concrete blocks. Forsafety, bundled packs should not be stacked more than three high.Smaller pipes may be nested inside larger pipes. Side bracing should beprovided to prevent stack collapse.Similar precautions should be taken with fittings and these should bekept packaged until required for use.Storage of bundlessupport battenslength change in mmtotal length of pipelinear expansion coefficienttemperature difference in C3 m maximumground level66Health and safety at work act and COSHH regulationsAttention is drawn to the requirement in the UK of this act and to the1988 Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) Regulations.Durapipecannot &acceptresponsibilityfor accidentsarisingtheMarleyPlumbingDrainagecannot acceptresponsibilityfor fromaccidentsarisingmisusebecauseof its productsbecause oforbadinstallationormisuse fromof its theproductsof bad ion.no detrimentaldetrimental healthhealth impact.impact. ItIt isisrecommended,recommended,Handling of HDPE has nohowever, that HDPE is not ingested or dust inhaled.HDPE is notHDPEdustis generatednot itant.WhereWhereHDPEdustis generabyof machiningpipe pipeof fittings,powderparticlesof HDPEdusttedcuttingby cuttingof machiningof fittings,powderparticlesof HDPEmayeye irritationby abrasion.dust causemay causeeye irritationby abrasion.ElectrofusionAll AkathermMarley Akathermproductscan usingbe weldedusingthis jointingproducts canbe weldedthis jointingmethod.Fittingsmethod.Fittings canbe toshortenedby up to(indicatedthe k-dimension(indicatedcan be shortenedby upthe k-dimensionin the catalogue),incatalogue),still allowingbutt-weldingon machine.a standard buttstill theallowingbutt-weldingon a standardbutt-weldingwelding machine.Tools need to be protected against moisture.When welding HDPE, molten material is formed, which can cause burnsto skin. Appropriated PPE should be worn.Length changes can be accommodated by the expansion socket whichcan take up the expansion and contraction of a 5 meter length of pipefor temperatures between -20 C and 70 C.Butt welding and k-dimensionToolsPhysical contact10 x 0,2 x 80 160 mmThe MarleyAkathermbe weldedby electrofusionAkathermproductsproductscan be canweldedby electrofusionunless unlessstatedstateddifferentlyin the producttable.Thispreferredis the preferredofdifferentlyin the producttable. Thisis themethodmethodof on-siteon-sitejointing.jointing.support beamsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)1 m spacingExample:Pipe 10 meters with a maximum temperature of 60 C and a minimumtemperature of -20 C. This results in an expansion of:Δl 1 metreBundlesΔl L x λ x ΔtΔlLλΔtpipe lengthsThe fittings and electrofusion couplers need to be stored at a dry place.To prevent oxidation and contamination it is recommended to leave thefittings in their original packaging as long as possible.Behaviour in FireHDPE is a flammable material. It has, however, been installed throughoutEurope for over 35 years and presents no greater risk of fire propogationthan similar plastic based systems when installed in accordance with localDurapipeUnicollarfirecollarsare suitableforareusewithregulations. MarleyPlumbing& pAkathermto 200mm)and(uptheseshould beinstalledin accorforuse withMarleyHDPEto 200mm)andthese shouldbedance withthe instructionsinstalledin accordancewithprovided.the instructions provided.LengthsPipe lengths stored individually should be stacked in a pyramid not morethat one metre high, with the bottom layer fully restrained by wedges.Where possible,pipesshouldbe laidon timberbatpossible, thethebottombottomlayerlayerof ofpipesshouldbe laidon timbertensat one-metrecentres.On Onsite,site,pipesmaybe belaidlaidoutoutindividuallyinbattensat appropriate,protectivebarriersshouldbe placedwith withadein e gsignslamps).77