Poly Pipe News (PPN) Alerts

PPN- The Leading Source of Industry News on Polymer Pipes and Plastic Pipe Testing

Global News on Plastic Piping and Fittings in Real-Time

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NEWSMAKERS:  * Ageing Pipes * Aliaxis * Aquabrella™ * BEIER * BGC * Biofilms * CPVC Failures * Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP) * EPA * ExcelPlas * Failure Analysis * FBU * FlexSteel Pipe * GF-HDPE Pipe * GF Piping * Gradient * GRP * Iplex Pipe Failures * McElroy * Michael Pluimer * Microplastics * PE100 Association * Plasson * Polybutylene Pipe Class Action * Polymer Pipe Failures * Quick Fitting Holding Company * Rubber Seals * SIKA * Strohm * UPVC Pipes * Vinidex * Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) * Volker Kӧhler * Wildfires

PPN News Alerts bringing together the complete supply chain from manufacturers of resins, plastic pipes and fittings, machinery and equipment to specifiers, designers, suppliers and end-users!

BREAKING NEWS

Fletcher (FBU) Mum on Iplex Leaky Pipes Counterclaim
Fletcher Building is refusing to discuss a lawsuit filed by its Australian subsidiary Iplex Against BGC Building Group Over Leaky PB Pipes Scandal in Western Australia

EPA Finds Second Chemical in Plastic Pipes Must Be Regulated

Lawsuit Investigation for CPVC Pipe Failure

LA Wildfires Cause Unsafe Levels of VOCs to be Evolved from Plastic Pipe and Fittings

INDUSTRY WARNINGS

Rubber Seals on Pipes Significantly Contribute to the Formation of Toxic THMs Upon Chlorine Disinfection
Unveiling the role of rubber seals in the generation of decentralized disinfection by-products in chlorinated water distribution systems

Finnish Researchers Find Active Fractions in Biofilms were Highest in Chloraminated PEX Pipe Samples
The researchers studied the effect of Pipe Material and Disinfectant on Active Bacterial Communities in Drinking Water and Biofilms 

Australian Researchers Warn That PVC Pipes in Stud Walls Should be Avoided as it Reduces the Fire Resistance of the Building

INDUSTRY NEWS

Strohm Wins 20-Mile GF-HDPE Pipe Contract for Saudi Aramco Fadhili Expansion
The six-inch glass fibre polyethylene composite pipes are scheduled for delivery in September 2025

Fire Tests of Cold-formed Steel Stud Walls with Openings for Combustible PVC Pipes
Australian Researchers find the use of combustible PVC pipes in CFS stud walls should be avoided as it reduces the fire resistance of the building

Volker Kӧhler To Assist Mcelroy in Growing Its European Market

Chinese Company BEIER Develops Impressive 1600 mm 3-Layer HDPE Pipe Extrusion Line

Introducing Aquabrella™ the Free-swimming, Intelligent Robot That Can Conduct Internal Condition Assessments of HPDE/PVC/GRP Pressure and Transport Drinking Water Pipes with a Diameter ≥DN400 mm
Aquabrella™ provides a complete condition assessment in which wall thickness degradation, location, corrosion, leaching, and oxidation, are measured.

GF Piping Systems and Gradiant Partner up to Drive Innovation for Sustainable Water Treatment

India’s Plastic Pipe Industry has Significant Headroom for Growth: Jefferies
India’s plastic pipe industry has immense growth potential due to its lower per-capita pipe consumption compared to the global average, according to a recent report by Jefferies

See Aliaxis in Action at IFAT 2024 in Munich (Video)

Dr Michael Pluimer Exploring the Resilience of Plastic Stormwater Systems
Pluimer discusses findings from the Deep Bury Study, which provides critical data on the long-term durability of stormwater systems.
One of the pieces of research discussed was the Deep Bury Study, a long-term investigation into the performance of flexible pipe systems.
The study focused on pipes that had been in service for over 35 years, providing invaluable insights into the longevity and resilience of modern stormwater materials.
The findings were encouraging, showing that the pipes remained in excellent condition after over three decades of use.
Vinidex StormPRO® pipes are twinwall, corrugated polypropylene (PE) pipes designed – The pipes are also made with up to 65 per cent post-consumer recycled material,

Water Infrastructure on the Brink: What’s Next in 2025 for Aging Plastic Pipe Networks (Recorded Podcast)

NEW PATENTS

IPEX (Canada) an Aliaxis Company Develop Novel Plastic Pipe Coupling with Integral Anchoring Clamp

Quick Fitting Holding Company Develops New Press Fitting for Plastic Pipes with Visual Indicators
a visual indication that the fitting has been properly pressed around a tube and that the correct amount of pressure has been provided to create a permanent seal

SIKA Develop HDPE for 3D Printing of Pipes and Fittings

NEW RESEARCH THAT IS TRENDING

Numerical Assessment of Bolt-Tightening Procedures in HDPE-Steel Flange Assemblies

Adaptive Plastic Drainage Pipe for Crystallization Prevention: Mechanism and Experimental Study

Permeation Behaviour of CH₄ and CO₂ in Composite Flexible Pipes: Insights from Full-Scale Testing of PVDF and HDPE Materials

Model Test Investigation of PVC Pipe-Soil Interaction under Frost Heave Conditions of Roadbed

3D-based Modelling and Validation of Progressive Failure in Instrumented Glass Fibre-Reinforced Polypropylene Pipe via the Split-Disk Test

NEW JOBS

Aliaxis Seeking Senior Manager – Business Finance

PLASTIC PIPE CONSULTANTS

Plastic Pipe Consulting Experts and Services
If you need a team of pipe plastic experts, then ExcelPlas Consulting is the obvious choice – our size is our strength in a market dominated by single consultants.
We provide services on everything from material selection, product testing, processing to failure analysis
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Plastic Pipe Failure – Solve Problems, Limit Damage and Avoid Future Failures
Where polymer pipes are used in engineering applications, reliable and consistent performance is critically important. Failure can have damaging and expensive consequences. We offer expertise in materials properties and durability – with a range of specialist testing and analysis.
 ExcelPlas Labs can help you:

• Understand plastic pipe materials and test their performance properties and durability
• Specify and select polymers based on service requirements
• Understand and recognise how plastic pipes and fittings can fail
• Appreciate how to investigate plastic pipe failures
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

PIPE FAILURE ANALYSIS

ExcelPlas Investigating Poly Pipe Failures
Through failure analysis & forensic chemistry, we help clients improve product performance, increase profits, & resolve product liability claims with plastic pipes and fittings.
We are dedicated to unmatched excellence in failure analysis, investigative chemistry, material testing, and expert witnessing for plastics, polymers and composites.
With over 30 years of investigative experience, the staff at ExcelPlas are uniquely positioned to help clients resolve the most challenging performance and processing issues related to materials and finished pipes and fittings.
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

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ExcelPlas Labs Pipe Failure Investigations
ExcelPlas Labs have created a new benchmark in failure analysis of HDPE, PP-R, PB and PEX pipes in addition to PVC &  CPVC pipes as well as composite GRP and GRE pipes.  When a plastic pipeline fails to perform as intended, our team can determine the root cause of failure (e.g.  oxidative failure, chemical failure, creep failure, over-stress failure, fatigue failure, design failure, etc).  ExcelPlas are experienced with all plastic piping failure modes and mechanisms including Slow Crack Growth (SCG) Rapid Crack Propagation (RCP), Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (ESCR), Oxidative Stress Cracking (OSC), cyclic fatigue, manufacturing defects, and polymer material problems.
http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas Strain Hardening Test (SHT) for HDPE Pipes
The SHT in accordance with ISO 18488 is a relatively new, but excellent way to obtain a rapid indication of the Stress Crack Growth (SCG) resistance of your piping material. This tensile test performed at 80°C has become in just a few years the new standard for Batch Release Testing (BRT). And not without reason.  The test requires only a very small amount of material, the results are very reliable with a very low inter-laboratory scatter and the results are available within a few days, regardless of the PE grade. The SHT is usually performed on resin material but it can also be performed on samples taken directly from pipes or sheets. As accredited lab, EXCELPLAS is happy to discuss the possibilities with you, whether it is for BRT, benchmarking, quality control of your (high performing) PE grade or for polymer compliance/ validation.
http://www.excelplas.com/

Australia’s Plastic Pipe Testing Laboratory
ExcelPlas Laboratories provides a comprehensive plastic pipe joint testing service and is equipped with a state-of-the-art laboratory to test a range of polymer materials including polyethylene and polypropylene. ExcelPlas can carry out testing on plastic tube and pipe ranging in wall thickness from 3mm to 1200mm. ExcelPlas Laboratories provide a comprehensive service to Industrial & commercial companies, environmental consultants, Government bodies, and local Authority customers throughout Australia and Asia. All testing is carried and out in accordance with ASTM, ISO & WIS methods and is fully accredited to ISO 17025 by NATA.

• Butt Fusion Weld Testing
• Weld Testing
• Testing of Electro-fusion Welds
• Tear on saddle joints
• Crush De-cohesion of Electro-fusion welds
• Polymer & Plastics Identification
• Chemical & Thermal Testing
• Site Audits

http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas – the Australian Pipes & Fittings Testing Laboratory

• Accredited to ISO 17025 by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) Australia, and is Australia’s largest laboratory dedicated for the testing of plastic pipes and fittings to various Standards which include Australian, European and International Standards.
• The staff employed at the laboratory have a combined experience of more than 85 years within the plastics industry specifically with manufacturing, quality control and the research and development of plastic piping systems including HDPE, PEX, PP-R, PVC, U-PVC, M-PVC, O-PVC, ABS, GRP, GRE and PB.
• Services provided include conformance testing, compliance testing, batch release testing, root cause analysis for field failures and non-destructive testing of samples.

http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas Lab Specialising in HDPE Pipe Condition Monitoring, Failure Analysis and Testing
In the event of a HDPE buttweld or electrofusion weld failing during initial testing, or in service, we can conduct investigations to assist in identifying the root cause of the failure.
This service also extends to the premature failure of the pipe or fitting itself.
http://www.excelplas.com/plastic-pipes

ExcelPlas Pipe Testing is a Leader in the Field of Polyethylene (PE) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Testing
ExcelPlas is accredited with the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) for butt weld tests, bend and tensile tests, peel decohesion tests on electro fusion sockets and failure mode determination
http://www.polypipetesting.com.au/butt-fusion-welds/

New UHMWPE Pipe for Tailing Offers Greater Than 4X the Abrasion Resistance of PE100 (Australia wide)
http://slurrypipes.com.au/

ExcelPlas Poly Pipe Weld Inspection Lists Top 7 Causes of Weld Failure:

• Lack of scraping
• Inaccurate scraping
• Contamination from dirt, water, oil or clays
• Lack of Paralell-ness of fusion faces
• Misalignment of surfaces
• Time, temperature and pressure deviations
• Not adhering to cool times

We have extensive experience in inspection of poly pipe welds for assuring welded joint quality.  Direct Poly Pipe Inspection ensures that operators are following the proven welding procedure; this reduces the occurrences of operational errors which lead to defects such as inclusions, lack of fusion (LoF), porosity and misalignment.
More information, contact [email protected]

Get Your HDPE Pipe Products or Services Noticed – Advertise in Poly Pipe News (PPN) Australia
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This Newsletter is brought to you by Excelplas Labs, Australia’s Largest group of Poly Pipe Testing Labs.

Pipe Poly News (PPN) is now Australia’s most current and comprehensive source of news on Polyethylene pipes and Poly Pipe Welding;

Poly Pipe News is now sent to over 4500 Poly Pipe Industry Members every week.

Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
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PPN- The Leading Source of Industry News on Polymer Pipes and Plastic Pipe Testing

Global News on Plastic Piping and Fittings in Real-Time

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NEWSMAKERS:   * Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT) * Ageing Pipes * Aliaxis * Almunif Pipes * ExcelPlas * Failure Analysis * FlexSteel Pipe * Goldstone * GRP * Iplex * James Miller * Jan Suykens * KIWA * Microplastics * PE100 Association * Perma-Pipe * Plasson * Polybutylene Pipe Class Action * Polymer Pipe Failures * Stress Crack Testing * UPVC Pipe * Wildfires

PPN News Alerts bringing together the complete supply chain from manufacturers of resins, plastic pipes and fittings, machinery and equipment to specifiers, designers, suppliers and end-users!

BREAKING NEWS

Iplex Parent FBU Share Price Hits Rock Bottom (down to $2.49)
The hope is that James Miller Joining the Board Can Reverse the Trend

Iplex Files Cross Claim Against Builders in Class Action Over Typlex 1050 Polybutylene Pipes
Federal Court of Australia – TRACEY ELLEN WATTERS v IPLEX PIPELINES AUSTRALIA PTY LTD (ACN 079 613 308)

Plasson Stock Up 44% in Last 6 Months !
Plasson (TASE: PLSN), based on Kibbutz Maagan Michael, which manufactures pipe fittings and connection accessories has a market cap of NIS 1.8 billion.  Plasson Industries is primarily owned by Kibbutz Maagan Michael, which holds approximately 69% of the company’s shares.

Wildfires can Contaminate Drinking Water Systems with Harmful Chemicals due to Thermal Degradation of HDPE Pipes− here’s what Los Angeles Needs to Know

INDUSTRY NEWS

Aliaxis appoints Jan Suykens as new Chairman of the Board

INDUSTRY ALERT – New Study Finds PVC Pipes Contribute the Highest Microplastic Particle Release of Plastic Pipes

Significant differences were found in the amount of microplastic released from each material, with PVC pipes releasing the highest amount, reaching 1.14 × 105 particles/L, while PE pipes released the least, exhibiting no significant difference from stainless steel samples. 

HDPE Pipe Company Plans to File for IPO in Q2 2025: CEO

Introducing FlexSteel™ Pipe – A Marriage Between HDPE Pipe and Steel
Spoolable pipe that combines the strength of steel with the corrosion resistance of HDPE

PE100 Association Updates its List of Quality PE100 Pipe Resins

PUC Approves $700,000 Penalty for Columbia Gas Plastic Pipeline Explosion In Clarion County

Perma-Pipe Wins $43 Million Contract in Middle East

Spanish Inventors Develop New Fittings for Pex Pipe

The Road to a New Detergent for the Accelerated Notched Pipe Test (ANPT)

Whistleblower Demands Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Fix ‘Completely Unregulated’ Fracking Wastewater Network of HDPE Pipes

PVC PIPES

Leakage Characteristics of High Performance UPVC buried Pipeline in Urban Development

Comprehensive Review of Influential Factors and Predictive Techniques of Time to Failure for PVC Sewer Pipes

Release of Microplastics from Pipe Materials and Their Impact on Stagnant Water

The Use of Fly ash as a cheap filler medium in order to cut the production cost of the Unplasticized PVC pipes, though maintaining the strength and the finishing quality

Commentary: Americans Deserve Accurate Information about PVC Pipe for Drinking Water

HDPE PIPES

Determining Crack Initiation Fracture Toughness and Crack Initiation Length Using AE and DIC Approach for HDPE Pipe Materials

Mathematical and Finite Element Modelling System for the HDPE Pipe industry

GRP PIPES

Radial Compressive Behaviour of GFRP Pipes: an Experimental and Numerical Study

NEW JOBS

Iplex Pipelines hiring National Quality Manager in Sydney

PLASTIC PIPE CONSULTANTS

Plastic Pipe Consulting Experts and Services
If you need a team of pipe plastic experts, then ExcelPlas Consulting is the obvious choice – our size is our strength in a market dominated by single consultants.
We provide services on everything from material selection, product testing, processing to failure analysis
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Plastic Pipe Failure – Solve Problems, Limit Damage and Avoid Future Failures
Where polymer pipes are used in engineering applications, reliable and consistent performance is critically important. Failure can have damaging and expensive consequences. We offer expertise in materials properties and durability – with a range of specialist testing and analysis.
 ExcelPlas Labs can help you:

• Understand plastic pipe materials and test their performance properties and durability
• Specify and select polymers based on service requirements
• Understand and recognise how plastic pipes and fittings can fail
• Appreciate how to investigate plastic pipe failures
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

PIPE FAILURE ANALYSIS

ExcelPlas Investigating Poly Pipe Failures
Through failure analysis & forensic chemistry, we help clients improve product performance, increase profits, & resolve product liability claims with plastic pipes and fittings.
We are dedicated to unmatched excellence in failure analysis, investigative chemistry, material testing, and expert witnessing for plastics, polymers and composites.
With over 30 years of investigative experience, the staff at ExcelPlas are uniquely positioned to help clients resolve the most challenging performance and processing issues related to materials and finished pipes and fittings.
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

MORE POLY PIPE NEWS

PPN the Digital News Platform for Communicating to the Global Plastic Pipe Industry
Send Us Your News!!!  PPN Publishes weekly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUKxWbOZY10

•    Join the thousands of industry leaders who rely on PPN for domestic and international plastic pipe news.
•    Experience https://www.polypipenews.com.au/ weekly to get the industry view on what’s newsworthy today.
•    Discover PPN’s in-depth coverage of new technology and products, marketing, and executive actions.

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ExcelPlas Labs Pipe Failure Investigations
ExcelPlas Labs have created a new benchmark in failure analysis of HDPE, PP-R, PB and PEX pipes in addition to PVC &  CPVC pipes as well as composite GRP and GRE pipes.  When a plastic pipeline fails to perform as intended, our team can determine the root cause of failure (e.g.  oxidative failure, chemical failure, creep failure, over-stress failure, fatigue failure, design failure, etc).  ExcelPlas are experienced with all plastic piping failure modes and mechanisms including Slow Crack Growth (SCG) Rapid Crack Propagation (RCP), Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (ESCR), Oxidative Stress Cracking (OSC), cyclic fatigue, manufacturing defects, and polymer material problems.
http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas Strain Hardening Test (SHT) for HDPE Pipes
The SHT in accordance with ISO 18488 is a relatively new, but excellent way to obtain a rapid indication of the Stress Crack Growth (SCG) resistance of your piping material. This tensile test performed at 80°C has become in just a few years the new standard for Batch Release Testing (BRT). And not without reason.  The test requires only a very small amount of material, the results are very reliable with a very low inter-laboratory scatter and the results are available within a few days, regardless of the PE grade. The SHT is usually performed on resin material but it can also be performed on samples taken directly from pipes or sheets. As accredited lab, EXCELPLAS is happy to discuss the possibilities with you, whether it is for BRT, benchmarking, quality control of your (high performing) PE grade or for polymer compliance/ validation.
http://www.excelplas.com/

Australia’s Plastic Pipe Testing Laboratory
ExcelPlas Laboratories provides a comprehensive plastic pipe joint testing service and is equipped with a state-of-the-art laboratory to test a range of polymer materials including polyethylene and polypropylene. ExcelPlas can carry out testing on plastic tube and pipe ranging in wall thickness from 3mm to 1200mm. ExcelPlas Laboratories provide a comprehensive service to Industrial & commercial companies, environmental consultants, Government bodies, and local Authority customers throughout Australia and Asia. All testing is carried and out in accordance with ASTM, ISO & WIS methods and is fully accredited to ISO 17025 by NATA.

• Butt Fusion Weld Testing
• Weld Testing
• Testing of Electro-fusion Welds
• Tear on saddle joints
• Crush De-cohesion of Electro-fusion welds
• Polymer & Plastics Identification
• Chemical & Thermal Testing
• Site Audits

http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas – the Australian Pipes & Fittings Testing Laboratory

• Accredited to ISO 17025 by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) Australia, and is Australia’s largest laboratory dedicated for the testing of plastic pipes and fittings to various Standards which include Australian, European and International Standards.
• The staff employed at the laboratory have a combined experience of more than 85 years within the plastics industry specifically with manufacturing, quality control and the research and development of plastic piping systems including HDPE, PEX, PP-R, PVC, U-PVC, M-PVC, O-PVC, ABS, GRP, GRE and PB.
• Services provided include conformance testing, compliance testing, batch release testing, root cause analysis for field failures and non-destructive testing of samples.

http://www.excelplas.com/

ExcelPlas Lab Specialising in HDPE Pipe Condition Monitoring, Failure Analysis and Testing
In the event of a HDPE buttweld or electrofusion weld failing during initial testing, or in service, we can conduct investigations to assist in identifying the root cause of the failure.
This service also extends to the premature failure of the pipe or fitting itself.
http://www.excelplas.com/plastic-pipes

ExcelPlas Pipe Testing is a Leader in the Field of Polyethylene (PE) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Testing
ExcelPlas is accredited with the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) for butt weld tests, bend and tensile tests, peel decohesion tests on electro fusion sockets and failure mode determination
http://www.polypipetesting.com.au/butt-fusion-welds/

New UHMWPE Pipe for Tailing Offers Greater Than 4X the Abrasion Resistance of PE100 (Australia wide)
http://slurrypipes.com.au/

ExcelPlas Poly Pipe Weld Inspection Lists Top 7 Causes of Weld Failure:

• Lack of scraping
• Inaccurate scraping
• Contamination from dirt, water, oil or clays
• Lack of Paralell-ness of fusion faces
• Misalignment of surfaces
• Time, temperature and pressure deviations
• Not adhering to cool times

We have extensive experience in inspection of poly pipe welds for assuring welded joint quality.  Direct Poly Pipe Inspection ensures that operators are following the proven welding procedure; this reduces the occurrences of operational errors which lead to defects such as inclusions, lack of fusion (LoF), porosity and misalignment.
More information, contact [email protected]

Get Your HDPE Pipe Products or Services Noticed – Advertise in Poly Pipe News (PPN) Australia
https://www.polypipenews.com.au/advertise/

This Newsletter is brought to you by Excelplas Labs, Australia’s Largest group of Poly Pipe Testing Labs.

Pipe Poly News (PPN) is now Australia’s most current and comprehensive source of news on Polyethylene pipes and Poly Pipe Welding;

Poly Pipe News is now sent to over 4500 Poly Pipe Industry Members every week.

Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.polypipenews.com.au/subscribe/

2025 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs

PPN is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to PPN you agree to receiving regular PPN newsletters as well as the PPN platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of PPN and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow PPN to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  PPN provides an unsubscribe link on the bottom of each PPN newsletter.

PPN- The Leading Source of Industry News on Polymer Pipes and Plastic Pipe Testing

Global News on Plastic Piping and Fittings in Real-Time

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NEWSMAKERS:   * Ageing Pipes * AGRU * Amiantit * Aquatherm * Aliaxis * Asirvad * Astral Pipes * BGC * Composites USA * ExcelPlas * Failure Analysis * FBU * Flammability of Plastic Pipes * Fletcher Building * Infrapipe * ISCO * Iplex Pipe Failures * Lead Leaching * PEX Pipe * Polybutylene Pipe Failures * Polymer Pipe Failures * Ranveer Singh * Solo * Trihalomethanes * Uponor * uPVC Pipes * Vancouver * Water Hammer * WAVIN

PPN News Alerts bringing together the complete supply chain from manufacturers of resins, plastic pipes and fittings, machinery and equipment to specifiers, designers, suppliers and end-users!

BREAKING NEWS

Iplex Parent FBU Share Price down 61% in the Last Three Years, Fell 40% Over the Last Year
and Down 9.7% in Last Month, so We Doubt Many Shareholders are Delighted

INDUSTRY NEWS

ISCO Investing US$12M at HQ Site in Kentucky for HDPE Pipes

New Study by AGRU and the University of Linz (Austria) Discovers How to Improve the Stabilityof PP-R
Hot Water Pipes by 250% [PDF]

Concerning New Study – Evaluating Lead Leaching from uPVC Pipes into Drinking Water

Industry Alert – Flammability of Plastic Plumbing Pipes Flagged as a Major Cause for Concern

Indian Plastic Pipes Businessman Flopped at First Then Went on to be a Billionaire

Release of Bisphenol A and Other Volatile Chemicals from New Epoxy Drinking Water Pipe Liners

Saudi Arabian Amiantit Shares Rise of News of New Plant to Make GRP Fiberglass and Polyethylene Pipes

Solo Launches Infrapipe to New Zealand – Ability to Make HDPE Pipes Up to a Colossal 5 metres in Diameter

Vancouver Sets New Guidelines Restricting Use of Plastic Pipes in Certain Applications
The use of PVC, CPVC and Aquatherm are not acceptable piping materials for domestic water use.  
Aquatherm has been found to have premature failures arising from the installation of the piping and fittings, and being 
combined with copper piping.
The use of PEX piping for domestic hot water recirculation is not permitted, use stainless steel piping. 

Uponor Set Up Dedicated Claims Email for PEX Pipe Failures

Unveiling the Impact of Pipe Materials on Water Hammer in Pressure Pipelines
The results indicate that pipe materials with lower elastic modulus, such as PP-R and uPVC, exhibit reduced water hammer effects compared to materials with higher elastic modulus, such as steel. 

Modern Thermoplastics Gain Ground for Pipes and Fittings in Fight Against Corrosion

WAVIN Develop New Multilayer Plastic Pipe Consisting of PE-RT Layers and a UHMWPE Layer

WELDING OF HDPE PIPES

Optimization of Cooling Time of HDPE Electrofusion Joints in the Natural Gas Industry Using DSC Method with Computerized Simulation

Analysis of the Cooling Phase During Heated Tool Welding of Large Wall Thicknesses HDPE Pipes

Identifying and Mitigating the Effects of Air Gaps in Pipe Welds Using Terahertz Time-Domain Reflection Spectroscopy

NEW STUDIES ON PLASTIC PIPES

Degradation of HDPE Pipes Exposed to Chlorine Dioxide-Containing Water

Degradation of Polypropylene Random Copolymer (PP-R) in Aqueous Solution of Chlorine Dioxide:
Effect of Crystalline Structure and Morphology

Deterioration of Polypropylene Random Copolymer (PP-R) Pipe Formulations Based on Phenolic Antioxidants and Non-Phenolic Stabilizers at Elevated Temperatures in Hot Air

Investigating the Role of Chlorine Dosage and Pipe Material on Spatial and Temporal Variability of Trihalomethanes and Trihaloacetic Acids Production in HDPE Water Networks

Characterization of Cross-Linked Polyethylene Pipes (PEX) for Geothermal Energy Storage [PDF]

Borealis Develop New PE for Pipes with Improved Temperature Resistance
– Polyolefin Composition With Improved Resistance to High Temperature
– Polyethylene Pipe Resin With High Resistance to Slow Crack Growth

Development of a Non-Destructive Tool for Inspecting the Integrity of HDPE Lined Pipes

Study on the Sealing Performance of Flexible Pipe End-Fittings Considering the Creep Behaviour of PVDF Material at Different Temperatures

Recycled PVC Pipes as an Additive for Concrete

OTHER NEWS

Ashirvad by Aliaxis Gets New Chief Information Officer

PLASTIC PIPE CONSULTANTS

Plastic Pipe Consulting Experts and Services
If you need a team of pipe plastic experts, then ExcelPlas Consulting is the obvious choice – our size is our strength in a market dominated by single consultants.
We provide services on everything from material selection, product testing, processing to failure analysis
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

Plastic Pipe Failure – Solve Problems, Limit Damage and Avoid Future Failures
Where polymer pipes are used in engineering applications, reliable and consistent performance is critically important. Failure can have damaging and expensive consequences. We offer expertise in materials properties and durability – with a range of specialist testing and analysis.
 ExcelPlas Labs can help you:

• Understand plastic pipe materials and test their performance properties and durability
• Specify and select polymers based on service requirements
• Understand and recognise how plastic pipes and fittings can fail
• Appreciate how to investigate plastic pipe failures
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

PIPE FAILURE ANALYSIS

ExcelPlas Investigating Poly Pipe Failures
Through failure analysis & forensic chemistry, we help clients improve product performance, increase profits, & resolve product liability claims with plastic pipes and fittings.
We are dedicated to unmatched excellence in failure analysis, investigative chemistry, material testing, and expert witnessing for plastics, polymers and composites.
With over 30 years of investigative experience, the staff at ExcelPlas are uniquely positioned to help clients resolve the most challenging performance and processing issues related to materials and finished pipes and fittings.
https://www.excelplas.com/contact-us/

MORE POLY PIPE NEWS

PPN the Digital News Platform for Communicating to the Global Plastic Pipe Industry
Send Us Your News!!!  PPN Publishes weekly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUKxWbOZY10

•    Join the thousands of industry leaders who rely on PPN for domestic and international plastic pipe news.
•    Experience https://www.polypipenews.com.au/ weekly to get the industry view on what’s newsworthy today.
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ExcelPlas Labs Pipe Failure Investigations
ExcelPlas Labs have created a new benchmark in failure analysis of HDPE, PP-R, PB and PEX pipes in addition to PVC &  CPVC pipes as well as composite GRP and GRE pipes.  When a plastic pipeline fails to perform as intended, our team can determine the root cause of failure (e.g.  oxidative failure, chemical failure, creep failure, over-stress failure, fatigue failure, design failure, etc).  ExcelPlas are experienced with all plastic piping failure modes and mechanisms including Slow Crack Growth (SCG) Rapid Crack Propagation (RCP), Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (ESCR), Oxidative Stress Cracking (OSC), cyclic fatigue, manufacturing defects, and polymer material problems.
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ExcelPlas Strain Hardening Test (SHT) for HDPE Pipes
The SHT in accordance with ISO 18488 is a relatively new, but excellent way to obtain a rapid indication of the Stress Crack Growth (SCG) resistance of your piping material. This tensile test performed at 80°C has become in just a few years the new standard for Batch Release Testing (BRT). And not without reason.  The test requires only a very small amount of material, the results are very reliable with a very low inter-laboratory scatter and the results are available within a few days, regardless of the PE grade. The SHT is usually performed on resin material but it can also be performed on samples taken directly from pipes or sheets. As accredited lab, EXCELPLAS is happy to discuss the possibilities with you, whether it is for BRT, benchmarking, quality control of your (high performing) PE grade or for polymer compliance/ validation.
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Australia’s Plastic Pipe Testing Laboratory
ExcelPlas Laboratories provides a comprehensive plastic pipe joint testing service and is equipped with a state-of-the-art laboratory to test a range of polymer materials including polyethylene and polypropylene. ExcelPlas can carry out testing on plastic tube and pipe ranging in wall thickness from 3mm to 1200mm. ExcelPlas Laboratories provide a comprehensive service to Industrial & commercial companies, environmental consultants, Government bodies, and local Authority customers throughout Australia and Asia. All testing is carried and out in accordance with ASTM, ISO & WIS methods and is fully accredited to ISO 17025 by NATA.

• Butt Fusion Weld Testing
• Weld Testing
• Testing of Electro-fusion Welds
• Tear on saddle joints
• Crush De-cohesion of Electro-fusion welds
• Polymer & Plastics Identification
• Chemical & Thermal Testing
• Site Audits

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ExcelPlas – the Australian Pipes & Fittings Testing Laboratory

• Accredited to ISO 17025 by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) Australia, and is Australia’s largest laboratory dedicated for the testing of plastic pipes and fittings to various Standards which include Australian, European and International Standards.
• The staff employed at the laboratory have a combined experience of more than 85 years within the plastics industry specifically with manufacturing, quality control and the research and development of plastic piping systems including HDPE, PEX, PP-R, PVC, U-PVC, M-PVC, O-PVC, ABS, GRP, GRE and PB.
• Services provided include conformance testing, compliance testing, batch release testing, root cause analysis for field failures and non-destructive testing of samples.

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ExcelPlas Lab Specialising in HDPE Pipe Condition Monitoring, Failure Analysis and Testing
In the event of a HDPE buttweld or electrofusion weld failing during initial testing, or in service, we can conduct investigations to assist in identifying the root cause of the failure.
This service also extends to the premature failure of the pipe or fitting itself.
http://www.excelplas.com/plastic-pipes

ExcelPlas Pipe Testing is a Leader in the Field of Polyethylene (PE) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Testing
ExcelPlas is accredited with the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) for butt weld tests, bend and tensile tests, peel decohesion tests on electro fusion sockets and failure mode determination
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New UHMWPE Pipe for Tailing Offers Greater Than 4X the Abrasion Resistance of PE100 (Australia wide)
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ExcelPlas Poly Pipe Weld Inspection Lists Top 7 Causes of Weld Failure:

• Lack of scraping
• Inaccurate scraping
• Contamination from dirt, water, oil or clays
• Lack of Paralell-ness of fusion faces
• Misalignment of surfaces
• Time, temperature and pressure deviations
• Not adhering to cool times

We have extensive experience in inspection of poly pipe welds for assuring welded joint quality.  Direct Poly Pipe Inspection ensures that operators are following the proven welding procedure; this reduces the occurrences of operational errors which lead to defects such as inclusions, lack of fusion (LoF), porosity and misalignment.
More information, contact [email protected]

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