May 2021 Vol. 5

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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


NEWSMAKERS: * ADS * Advanced Drainage Systems * Aliaxis * Asahitec™ * Electrofusion * Esen Plastics * ExcelPlas * GF Piping * Hongyue Plastics * John Guest * LyondellBasell * One Plus * PE100+ * PIPA * PPI * PPN * PP-R * PPXX Conference * QENOS * TUBI LIMITED * Wavin

INDUSTRY NEWS

Tilley’s TUBI Pipe Dream Ends in Frozen Company (Breaking News)
https://www.afr.com/work-and-careers/management/tilley-s-pipe-dream-ends-in-frozen-company-20210524-p57ujt

QENOS To Close Half of Its Polyethylene Manufacturing Lines (Breaking News)
https://cloud.excelplas.com/s/2CS079ouuoEVDDY#pdfviewer

Problems Mount for Builders as Plastic Pipe Suppliers Close Order Books (Breaking News)
Pipe manufacturer  Wavin has told customers to expect longer lead times to fill orders and said it will focus on key product lines for the moment
https://www.irishtimes.com/business/construction/problems-mount-for-builders-as-suppliers-close-order-books-1.4572893

Plastic Pipe Institute Names Projects of the Year (Breaking News)
https://www.plasticstoday.com/extrusion-pipe-profile/plastic-pipe-institute-names-projects-year

Updated PPXX Presentation Schedule for Plastic Pipes XX (Amsterdam 6-8th September 2021)
https://ppxx.eu/upload/BEK148_01.pdf

Hongyue Plastic Group Co, Showcase Their Extensive Plastic Pipe Manufacturing Capabilities (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TehAKHSLvqQ

Plastic Pipe Manufacturer ADS Joins Forces with The Recycling Partnership to Help Create a Sustainable Future
https://www.waste360.com/plastics/advanced-drainage-systems-joins-forces-recycling-partnership-help-create-sustainable-future

Asahitec PP-RCT Pipe Chosen for Texas Military Base
https://www.plasticstoday.com/extrusion-pipe-profile/plastic-pipe-institute-names-projects-year

PIPA Updates Industry Guidelines for Polyethylene Pipe and Fitting Compounds (May 2021)
https://pipa.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/POP004-Issue-24-May-2021.pdf

Aliaxis New Video on HDPE PLX Termination Fittings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3O2rdrmPog

GF Piping Introduces iFIT™ Push-fit System for Connecting Polybutene (PB) and Multilayer Composite (ML) Pipes with a Unique Modular Adapter Technology
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4h1UE1lcJ1I

John Guest (now part of RWC) Hits 60 Year Landmark
https://professionalbuildersmerchant.co.uk/news/john-guest-hits-60-year-landmark/

LyondellBasell Recovers Post Strong First Quarter Results
https://www.plasticsnews.com/news/lyondellbasell-recovers-post-strong-first-quarter-results

LyondellBasell, Dow, Nova Chemicals Announce $25M Circular Plastics Fund
https://www.icis.com/explore/resources/news/2021/05/26/10644149/dow-nova-lyondellbasell-announce-new-circular-plastics-fund

PEX-a Burst Pressure 8.7% Higher than PE-RT Pipe (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR4xeRQoNys

Esen Plastic Industries (Turkey) Produce GRP Pipe Up to 4 m in Diameter (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2csQf55R_PI

Polypropylene, the Miracle Plastic for Pipes and Valves
https://empoweringpumps.com/lunch-learn-with-vince-polypropylene-the-miracle-plastic-for-pipes-and-valves/

JOBS

Aliaxis Seeking Group Communications Officer
https://be.linkedin.com/jobs/view/group-communications-officer-at-aliaxis-2559462956?refId-/1AX44PjZOIp3Rw1027oYA

NEW RESEARCH

Investigating the Utilization of Polyethylene Pipe for Automated Hauling System in Set Net Fishery
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0029801821006223

Stress and Failure Analyses of Thermoplastic Composite Pipes Subjected to Torsion and Thermomechanical Loading
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0951833921000812

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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/

Australian 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 3 mm to 80 mm. ExcelPlas Laboratories provide a comprehensive service to Industrial & commercial companies, environmental consultants, Government bodies and local Authority customers throughout Australia & NZ. All testing is carried and out in accordance with ISO & ASTM methods and is fully accredited to ISO 17025 by NATA.
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 20mm 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]

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