It’s one of the biggest innovations to come along in years. Sagiv- New Horizons introduces the Ultra Slide, a complete sliding sleeve jointing system that goes beyond conventional engineering to deliver an evolutionary milestone in design: a single step, time saving, no leak, universal pipe fitting system for residential hot and cold water distribution.

Imagine a pipe fitting with built-in protection against installation failures!

With the Ultra Slide patented single step system, a single tool performs a single motion, saving up to 50% on installation time, with no revisits necessary. There’s no need for calibration, pre-expansion or beveling, and flawless performance is guaranteed over numerous thermal cycles.

“We expect a big buzz about the Ultra Slide at the upcoming MCE expo, because until now, problems with expansion fittings for the plumbing industry have not been properly addressed” says Jacob Inbar, CEO of New Horizons, Sagiv’s International Operations for marketing the UltraSlide. “Professionals in the industry know that for years, sealing solutions for sliding sleeves and expansion fittings weren’t very practical. But the Ultra Slide has surpassed those problems with its perfect no ‘O’ ring solution”.

The innovative ‘Dry Forever’ sealing solution that’s ‘O’ ring free

The Ultra Slide sliding sleeve jointing system uses a special radial tightening process for a ‘no leak’ durable radial grip, and features new generation brass fittings with special polymeric sleeves. Since the Ultra Slide is ‘O’ ring free with standard multi-layer pipes, it virtually eliminates all the problems associated with ‘O’ rings.

Convenient and economical universal pipe fitting design

The Ultra Slide suits all standard pipes – PEX, butt welded and overlapped AluPEX, EVOH PEX and Alu-PE-RT, a nd also enables a wide tolerance to non-uniform pipe profiles. The Ultra Slide system helps increase flow capacity, because the fitting has almost the same diameter as the pipe, so it doesn’t inhibit flow. Because the same tool and fittings are applicable over a wide range of pipe types and sizes, the Ultra Slide can help reduce stock levels.

“The Ultra Slide has already generated an enthusiastic response from a number of major pipe manufacturers who will be attending the exhibition,” continues Jacob Inbar. “And we are actively seeking to partner with plastic pipe manufacturers (PEX or Multi layer) and/or regional distributors who are serious about offering the next generation pipe fitting solution for residential hot and cold water usage”.

You’re invited for a unique demonstration at the Ultra Slide Booth – V33 Hall (PAD) 11, at the MCE Expo: March 23rd-27th 2010 at the Fiera Milano Exhibition Centre Rho, Italy.

About Sagiv

Sagiv, developers of the Ultra Slide system, have extensive experience in residential pipe systems for hot and cold water, including over 20 years in the design and manufacture of high quality compression fittings and system solutions for leading distributors worldwide.

Contact: ziv.kohav@sagiv.com, phone: +972 50 7363055, or visit: www.ultra-slide.com

PolyMirae Company Ltd, a joint venture of LyondellBasell Industries, has announced the commercial launch of Hostalen PP H5416K, a new polypropylene random copolymer (PP-R) intended for use in customer hot and cold water pipe applications. The grade has received ISO 15874-2 certification, and meets the stringent international standards of plastic piping systems for hot and cold water installations.

Hostalen PP H5416K is a natural nucleated grade with a good balance of mechanical properties, including superior heat resistance and outstanding durability.  According to PolyMirae product development manager GY Ha, the grade will address growing demand for PP-R resins in Asia, which has been outpacing supply. “Customer performance requirements have been high – such as low weight along with outstanding long-term pressure performance and resistance to corrosion. Through the innovative development efforts of PolyMirae and LyondellBasell, we’ve been able to develop a grade that meets all market needs and overcomes the quality and technology challenges as well as the rigid entry barriers set by stringent national and international quality standards.”
He added, “Hostalen PP H5416K offers customers good processing and productivity characteristics, along with extrusion stability and high heat resistance. Good surface characteristics and welding properties can help producers achieve optimum productivity in the post-processing stage.”

Long-term durability
Hot and cold water piping systems produced using PP-R materials must have a service life of more than 50 years. Just this month, Hostalen PP H5416K successfully completed the rigorous 18-month, industry-recognized durability test – the ISO 9080 test – at Exova Polymer AB (formerly known as Bodycote), the world’s largest independent accredited pipe testing lab, and is now ISO 15874-2 certified.

Differentiated solution for hot and cold water pipe applications
“This new grade is the result of outstanding collaboration between PolyMirae and LyondellBasell, which has leading technical expertise in the development and production of polypropylene used in pipe applications. PolyMirae looks forward to providing greater value to customers with this innovative product,” said Ha. “
This development represents PolyMirae’s first entry into the rapidly growing pipe segment, and at the same time contributes to LyondellBasell’s global sourcing strategy,” said Michael Vogt, LyondellBasell’s Asia Pacific market manager for the pipe, industrial sheet and pipe coating business unit. “It enhances our position as one of the global leaders in the development of PE and PP resins used in pipe applications, and will enable us to offer Asian customers a high-quality PP-R grade from a regional supply source.”Hostalen PP H5416K has also met the requirements of the Chinese food contact national standard GB9693 for drinking water applications.

Munich, January 12, 2010 – KraussMaffei Berstorff is now offering complete systems for continuous production of PU-insulated pipes. The extruded plastic pipe is given an insulating polyurethane layer, followed immediately by the addition of a protective polyethylene sheath. KraussMaffei Berstorff can call on many decades of technology competence and experience in pipe extrusion and in PU processing. This unique know-how enables the company to develop complete production solutions which successfully integrate different plastics processes.

The pipe – made of PE-HD, PE-X, PE-RT or PB according to the application – is produced on a conventional pipe extrusion line. A barrier layer can be applied. The pipe coming off the line is wound onto large steel drums ready for transfer to the second production system unit for application of the insulation layer. Alternatively, the insulation layer can be added to bought-in pipe. In this second unit, the pipe is unwound from the steel drums, heated if necessary, and fed under tension into a shaping conveyor. A PU mixing head dispenses the polyurethane mix at the inlet throat. The aluminium shaping jaws define the outer diameter of the insulation layer by limiting the foam volume. A film prevents the polyurethane from adhering to the aluminium shaping jaws. Once the PU insulation layer has cured, the pipe leaves the shaping conveyor and a PE outer sheath is applied, using a single-screw extruder with a sheathing die. This outer sheath is cooled, the whole composite pipe is hauled off and wound on a drum. The system allows the integration of anti-diffusion barrier layers and/or wires to monitor leakage.

Outstanding insulating properties
The standard version of this production system can be used to produce pipe with an outer diameter between 20 and 110 mm. For pipe diameters from 20 to 63 mm, a complete pipe element usually contains two pipes (outflow and return pipes). The exterior diameter of the pipe element will then be between 75 and 180 mm, depending on the diameter of the pipes and the thickness of the insulating layer.
The outstanding mixing performance of the PU mixing head produces an insulation layer with a very low thermal conductivity – between 0.02 and 0.03 W/m*K, depending on the type of foam. This highly efficient insulation makes these pipes the ideal solution whenever a significant temperature differential must be maintained between the medium flowing through the pipes and the ambient temperature. In some cases, the medium being transported is hotter – such as supply lines for combined heat and power or geothermal plants, or hot water pipelines in general. Insulated pipes are also sometimes required for potable water transport if there is a risk of the pipes freezing. In other cases, the medium must be kept cold or cool, for example, in air conditioning or refrigeration systems, or in pipes for transporting liquefied gas. With the current focus on energy savings, strong growth in demand can be expected in all these application areas.

New production system concept from a single-vendor partner
KraussMaffei Berstorff can now quote on complete, precision-planned systems for the production of media pipes and for applying the insulating layer and protective sheathing. By contrast with some other systems on the market, KraussMaffei Berstorff technology is characterized by sharply reduced wear on all system components, high system reliability and a high-quality end-product.

No limits on pipe length
Producing insulated pipe in a continuous process has several advantages compared with discontinuous production. One major advantage is the relatively high level of automation that results in lower labour costs. Furthermore, there are virtually no limits on the length of the pipe being produced. Contributing to this wide freedom is the design of the PU mixing head, which eliminates stoppages for cleaning and changing the mixing head. Longer pipe sections reduce the number of production system restarts and also the number of connections needing to be made when the pipe is laid. This in turn eliminates the risk of thermal bridges and leaks, and makes pipe laying easier and quicker.

source: www.kraussmaffei.com

KWD-globalpipe, 11.01.2010. Pipeson Analyzer represents the future in evaluation and communication of pressure pipe data. Pipeson Analyzer in short: Pipeson Analyzer enables resin suppliers, pipe manufacturers and testing institutes to easily and cost-effectively manage, evaluate and communicate pressure pipe test data. This new software has been developed in collaboration with key players in the industry.

Imagine to be able to have a complete overview of your pressure test results. To be able to make evaluations, simulations and calculations in a truly user friendly environment. When it is time to share information you have many choices a few mouse clicks away.

Manage Easily - Pipeson Analyzer is designed to import data and manage pressure testing projects. Project information is stored in the unique Pipeson file and results are displayed in testing overview tables and graphs.
Evaluate Correctly – Pipeson Analyzer evaluations are quickly made in the user friendly interface. Automatic requirement controls keeps you on track and help you to avoid errors.
Communicate Effectively - Pipeson Analyzer allows you to quickly share information. It generates reports with your company logotype and your choice of information.

Reasons to try:

• Pipeson Analyzer is easy to use
• Complete overview of your test data and results in tables and graphs
• Compare data and results of different materials and pipe constructions
• Perform automatic regression analyses such as ISO 9080 and ASTM D 2837
• Perform DIN 16887 evaluations
• Check your data against preloaded reference lines (e.g. ISO 15874 to 15877 and DIN)
• Perform Miners rule (ISO 13760) calculations to any given service condition (preloaded with Class 1-5, ISO 10508)
• Ensure optimum selection of material and pipe construction for different applications
• Use the tools in Pipeson Analyzer to support standardization work
• Use Pipeson Analyzer to communicate performance of materials and pressure pipes
• Use Pipeson Viewer® (freeware) to view the data and results

Pipeson Ananlyer Leaflet for Download

Kontakt: Pipeson AB, 11152 Stockholm, Sweden, info@pipeson.se, www.pipeson.se.

Commercial plumbers now have an alternative to rigid pipe products when it comes to potable plumbing systems. Uponor, the manufacturer and provider of PEX-based plumbing, fire sprinkler and radiant floor heating and cooling systems, is the first PEX manufacturer to offer 3″ tubing for commercial plumbing applications. The new 3″ tubing offers all the features that plumbing professionals have come to rely on in an Uponor AquaPEX^® product — flexibility, durability, corrosion-resistance, proven history and a 25-year limited warranty — making it an ideal complement to the current tubing offering, ranging from ¼” to 2″.

“Our goal at Uponor is to effectively anticipate and meet the changing needs of the building marketplace,” says Jayson Drake, senior product manager, Plumbing and Fire Safety, at Uponor. “Now that we are the first to offer 3″ PEX, plumbing professionals no longer have to switch products when installing potable systems for both small-dimension and large-dimension applications. With Uponor AquaPEX, one product does it all.”

For connections, the 3” tubing uses Uponor’s proven WIPEX^™ dezincification-resistant (DZR) brass fittings. WIPEX fittings require the use of a simple, inexpensive chamfering tool, a pair of WIPEX Sleeve Pliers and a wrench to create solid, strong connections in a matter of minutes. Also, because they are a cold-joint fitting, they require no curing time.

Uponor’s 3” AquaPEX tubing is available in 100-foot and 350-foot coils as well as 20-foot straight lengths — with custom-cut lengths also available to meet any application need.

Uponor Ltd. is a leading supplier of plumbing, fire safety and radiant heating and cooling systems for the residential and commercial building markets in Canada. Uponor Ltd. employs 40 people at its Canadian headquarters in Mississauga, Ont.

source: www.uponor.ca

KWD-globalpipe, 11.01.2010. Over the course of the past 30 years, plastic pipes have proven their value in many applications and have replaced pipe made of conventional materials, for example concrete, steel and also copper, around the world. Plastic pipe systems are mainly used as pressure pipes for water and gas distribution inside buildings and in underground construction but also increasingly for the transport of chemicals, food and compressed air in industrial applications. Examples for non-pressure pipe applications are sewage pipes and downspouts. This report focuses on plastic pressure pipes for indoor hot and cold water transport only, thus on plastic pipes for hot water systems in residential and non-residential buildings.

Major applications for indoor pressure pipes are:

• Radiator connections
• Hot water panel heating and panel cooling systems
• Distribution pipes and rising mains for heating systems
• Indoor distribution pipes, rising mains for hot and cold potable water
• Indoor distribution pipes, rising mains for gas
• Special applications, for example sprinkler installations, private connections for onsite heating, pipe grids for snowmelting systems, piping for swimming pools, industrial pipe lines, etc.

The following non-metallic pipe materials are used:

• PE-X         Crosslinked Polyethylene
• PP             Polypropylene
• PB Polybutylene
• CPVC       Chlorinated Polyvinylchlorid
• PE-RT       Plyethylene raised temeratures
• Composite pipes (PE-X / AL / PE-X or PE-RT / AL / PE-RT)

PP-R was one of the first plastic materials to replace metal for indoor pipe applications. Developed by Chemische Werke Hüls, now Sabic, PP-R at that time became increasingly popular in Western Europe, particularly in Germany, Austria, Spain and Italy. For example, PP-R was the most widely used plastic pipe material in Italy at the peak of its success.

The total amount of PP-R used will most likely remain the same but decline in European countries.

Detailled information on PP-R quantity estimates by countries can be found in our PP-R Market Report.

Reasons for the PP-R unit growth

• PP-R pipe systems have a good price-performance ratio. Pipes and fittings are made of the same, relatively inexpensive material.
• Large-diameter pipes and large fittings can be manufactured economically which makes PP-R pipes a preferred choice for all kinds of large projects.
• Another success factor is the joining technique. With unbeatable inexpensive fittings and simple tools, homogeneous connections can be made very easily and safe by means of polyfusion welding. Comprehensive fitting product lines, also including fittings with metal inserts for screw connections, facilitate all pipeline configurations including the changeover to metal pipe systems.
• Compared to the more flexible and easily bendable pipe, for example made of PE-X or composite pipes, the higher stiffness of PP-R pipes is a disadvantage yet hasn’t been an obstacle in the new PP-R markets.

For the assembly of PP-R pipe systems more fittings are needed than for others and thus, the process is more time consuming. In countries with low labor costs and low educational level, as in the CIS States, Turkey, Asia and South America, this is overcompensated by the low material costs and the ease of the assembling process.

Especially in these countries which are often in transition from steel pipe to plastic pipe, the robust, thickwalled PP-R pipes with their straight pipeline configuration are particularly appreciated.

KWD-globalpipe has published now the KWD Market Report “PP-R Pipe Systems for Hot Water Installations worldwide 2009”, 86 pages, printed with many colored charts and tables, in addition the report will be delivered as a pdf-file on CD-ROM. Author ist Achim Seydel, who has a 35 years experience in the plastics pipe industry.

The aim of this report is to describe the current status of the indoor PP-R pipe system market, to provide an overview of the product lines, product specifications, production processes and competitive situation in the industry as well as to identify market potentials and possible future developments. The PP-R Market report is available immediately. Our subscribers pay only 480,- Euro (others 600,- Euros). The PP-R report is available in english and german language. Please find some more information in the attached information file. (hix@kwd-online.de).

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KWD-globalpipe has published now the KWD Market Report “PP-R Pipe Systems for Hot Water Installations worldwide 2009”, 86 pages, printed with many colored charts and tables, in addition the report will be delivered as a pdf-file on CD-ROM. Author ist Achim Seydel, who has a 35 years experience in the plastics pipe industry.

The aim of this report is to describe the current status of the indoor PP-R pipe system market, to provide an overview of the product lines, product specifications, production processes and competitive situation in the industry as well as to identify market potentials and possible future developments. The PP-R Market report is available immediately. Our subscribers pay only 480,- Euro (others 600,- Euros). The PP-R report is available in english and german language. Please find some more information in the attached information file. (hix@kwd-online.de).

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BLÜCHER North America, a producer of stainless steel drainage and pipe, is now part of Watts Water Technologies. The company will continue to offer its line of stainless steel drain, shower, channel and pipe products, which complements Watts’ current line of drainage products. BLÜCHER North America will be based in Spindale, NC, and Burlington, Ontario. BLÜCHER offers an extensive range of stainless steel drainage pipes and fittings. These pipes can be used above as well as below ground.

Stainless steel pipes share three basic characteristics. They are:

• Light-weight
• Non-combustible
• Easy to install

Every BLÜCHER Pipe product is designed to keep up the flow through dependable connections while adding value and exceptionally long life to your drainage projects and installations.

Commercial

The light weight of the push-fit system combined with its exceptional fire resistant properties make BLÜCHER Pipe the preferred pipe system in commercial projects around the world. Hospitals, schools and airports are just some of the jobs that specify BLÜCHER.

Industrial

Food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries particularly value the BLÜCHER Pipe solution for its hygienic and sustainable characteristics. The smooth stainless steel surface and high flow capacity prevent deposits inside the pipework system, delivering a solution which requires a minimum of maintenance and a maximum of longevity.

Marine

The BLÜCHER Pipe drainage pipework system is completely interchangeable between vacuum and gravity systems for black- and grey-water in marine applications. Shipyards and owners all over the world depend on the longevity, low weight and fire-resistant properties of BLÜCHER stainless. The BLÜCHER solution delivers a hygienic and reliable marine discharge system.

Contact: Blücher, a Watts Water Technologies Company, www.blucherdrains.com

1. Lichter 3LRK-pipe head opens up new dimensions for Polish pipe producer Skoplast
2. Russia: Politex PTK, important Russian manufacturer of corrugated double-layer PE pipes
3. Russia: OOO SINIKON, a joint venture between the Russian SINIKON and the Italian VALSIR
4. THE Machines SA: Welding of coated thin wall stripes / for example alu foils in Multilayer pipes
5. NewAge: Raymond Baker, Founder of NewAge Industries, Remembered
6. Standards for PE-X pipes – specified for a whole range of water and gas distribution applications:
7. Vinyl 2010: European PVC Industry has taken a significant step in its sustainable development
8. HG Engineering introduces Flextrusion Tooling System that maximizes quality + minimizes scrap
9. AFG Arbonia-Forster-Holding AG affected 2009 downturn in construction
10. AMI global plastics industry seminar – Tools for surviving and thriving in unpredictable markets

globalpipe No.348 19.02.2010

1. AMI: Middle East Plastic Pipes 2010 – International Developments in Plastic Pipes
2. Dow: Expansion of International Standard for PE-RT Pipe Could Widen Market
3. KraussMaffei Berstorff: Complete, single-vendor solutions for production of foam-insulated pipe
4. AFG Arbonia-Forster-Holding AG affected by downturn in construction and technology markets
5. Research and Markets: Plastic Pipes – Global Trends
6. Russia: JSC Plast Profil – manufacturer of complete solutions for pipes and fittings
7. Russia: Chemkor - a joint venture between Chemko and Korund / KrausMaffei extrusion lines
8. Peculiarities of the Russian Business mentality: How to initiate a business relationship in Russia

globalpipe No.347 02.02.2010

1. California /USA: Court Overturns State Approval of PEX Plastic Pipe to avoid Health Risks
2. Pipe trade group (PPFA) appeals Californian ruling against PEX
3. The neverending story: PEX Plastic Pipe Lawsuit Timeline (California /USA)
4. Dow to Present New Applications for PE-RT Resins at AQUA-THERM 2010 in Moscow
5. New polymer jointing technique: RAUTITAN PX by REHAU – Proven a million times over
6. GF Piping Systems: Type 567 butterfly valve now available up to size DN600
7. World: Global Economy Recovering Faster than Expected
8. European Industrial Insulation Foundation
9. Leoni expands business in JapanRussia: DKC with a new system of corrugated pipes made of polyamide to protect wires + cables
10. Russia: Adelant with its PVC-C pipe program at Aqua-therm Moscow 2010
11. Economic Crisis: Russians believe in economic recoveryCONSTROI Angola – Exhibition for Building Materials & Construction Equipment

globalpipe No.346 19.01.2010

1. Pipeson Analyzer represents the future in evaluation and communication of pressure pipe data
2. Uponor First PEX Manufacturer to Offer 3″ Tubing for Commercial Potable Plumbing Applications
3. Tuntaº A.ª. /Turkey, from a small business to a giant for pipes+fittings for the sanitary+heating sector
4. Aluminum Foil Manufacturer for PP-R / AL / PP-R, Union Non Ferrous Metal Products /China
5. Fitting Producer from Jamnagar in Gujarat of India: EC Valces + Pipe a.Plumbing Fittings India
6. NewAge® Industries now Offers Polypropylene Tubing
7. FRÄNKISCHE corrugators strengthen the market position of UNICOR
8. AMI presents: POLYOLEFIN ADDITIVES 2010, Trends and technical developments
9. Plastic Pipes Conference Association: Plastic Pipes XV Conference 2010

globalpipe No.344 06.01.2010

1. Uponor acquires radiant heating and cooling company in the UK, the Underfloor Heating Co Ltd.
2. Afriso-Euro-Index: Heating-Check made easy – one instrument is enough!
3. More than 100 years lifetime expectancy for sewer pipes
4. Evonik: More Than 300 VESTAMID® Offshore Lines in Three Years
5. Borealis launches “Water School” website for Finnish children
6. AMI expects strong fourth quarter Polymer Sales in Europe
7. NAHB /USA:Builder Confidence Edges Down in December
8. Russia: ZAO Sibgazapparat and Zabsigazprom, New Techn. for Construction of PE Gas Pipelines
9. GINDE PIPE /China one of the largest and most advanced Plastic Pipe manufacturer in Asia

Uponor Corporation has signed a contract to acquire the entire shareholding in the radiant heating and cooling systems company The Underfloor Heating Co Ltd, based in kelmanthorpe in Yorkshire in the UK. Trading under the name Velta UK, a former Uponor brand, the company has been a long-term partner of Uponor in supplying Velta-branded systems especially for the commercial and industrial building sector in the UK and internationally.

Fernando Roses, Executive Vice President – Sales and Marketing for Uponor in South & West Europe and the Nordic countries comments on the deal: – The expertise that Velta UK has in turnkey deliveries, together with its skills in commercial engineering and project and contract management, will be an asset for Uponor’s global organisation, providing support for the growing project business amongst international developers. In the UK, the companies’ complementary sales networks will offer further leveraging opportunities.

The Underfloor Heating Co Ltd employs a staff of 50 persons, and is one of the market leaders in the UK commercial underfloor heating market. Further details are not disclosed.

source: uponor.com