Overview of all possible monipulations with various types of pipes. How to choose glue for PVC pipes or to insert into a plastic pipe without welding.
How to work with plastic pipes: an overview of joining methods and bending methods
A variety of pipes for heating and water supply makes you think about their choice. Especially if the work is done independently. But this is only the first stage of the installation process of the highway. Often people who are engaged in self-repair have questions about working with plastic pipes. Each pipeline has its own nuances and assembly rules. ...
Sealing sewer pipes: how and how to properly seal the connection?
To prevent leaks in sewer systems, even at the construction stage, careful sealing of the joints of the pipeline elements is provided. For its implementation, it is necessary to use one of the sealants specifically designed for sewer pipes. It is chosen depending on the materials used, the installation method and the preferences of the installer performing work on ...
Installation of HDPE pipes: welding, coupling connection + how to bend / straighten such a pipe
Housing of modern man is almost impossible to imagine without polymers. Especially popular was low-pressure polyethylene, which occupied a significant sector in the plumbing equipment market. Today, most of the pipelines are produced from it, through which various media are transported, as well as pipeline fittings to them. HDPE pipes have become popular thanks to ...
Sewer pipe cleaning: analysis of the most effective methods
If the house has sewage, then blockages in it are almost inevitable. They arise for various reasons and are eliminated by various methods. In any case, if the sewage has stopped leaving the house, it is necessary to clean the sewer pipes. Methods to eliminate blockages range from the use of a conventional plunger to the use of a complex professional ...
Do-it-yourself welding of polypropylene pipes: how to do everything accurately and professionally
In the process of installing a heating system and water supply system, or for arranging a sewage system, polypropylene pipes are increasingly used. This is due to their durability, corrosion resistance, lightness and ease of installation. This compares favorably with metal parts. It seems to many that welding polypropylene pipes with their own hands is a difficult procedure, ...
How to work with pipe clamps + an example of manufacturing a clamp from improvised materials
At the first signs of pipeline depressurization, it is necessary to quickly find the damaged area and eliminate the detected defect.When performing emergency emergency work, you can use home-made clamps to stop leaking in the pipeline for a while. Prefabricated pipe clamps made in the factory from stainless steel or fireproof ...
We choose a heater for pipes: which is better for water supply, and which for sewage and heating
Any pipeline located outside the premises needs insulation. The exception is highways laid below the depth of freezing. Thermal insulation of pipelines located in unheated rooms is also required. Warming increases the functionality of communication lines and their service life. High-quality insulation for pipes reliably protects them from freezing, reduces heat loss of heating ...
Fiberglass pipes: how are they manufactured, where are they used, labeling + performance
In the laying of communications (water supply, sewer networks), the role of the conductor is played by pipes. Even a couple of decades ago, metal products dominated in this segment, because there were simply no other options. Meanwhile, Europe has been working with fiberglass pipes for more than 60 years, giving them preference for anti-corrosion ...
Methods of connecting plastic pipes with metal: analysis of 2 best methods
High-quality repair involves the mandatory replacement of obsolete metal pipes with modern plastic ones. They are used both for water supply and for sewage and, in some cases, even for installation of a heating system. Everything would be very simple if the communications changed completely. However, this is not always possible. To ...
How to choose the right glue for PVC pipes + an overview of gluing technology
The connection of polypropylene pipes used in the installation of water supply systems (cold water and hot water), heating and sewage is carried out in several ways. Most often, such pipes are welded using a special apparatus that is powered by a power grid, and nozzles are selected depending on the diameter of the soldered products. Welding equipment, complete with nozzles ...