What is HDPE Fusion?
HDPE pipe is a versatile and durable material that is used in a wide range of applications, from water and gas mains to sewer lines and industrial piping systems. One of the key advantages of HDPE pipe is that it can be fused together to create strong, leak-free joints.
HDPE fusion is a process that uses heat and pressure to bond HDPE pipe and fittings together.
Benefits of HDPE Fusion
HDPE fusion offers a number of benefits over traditional pipe joining methods, such as mechanical couplings and solvent welding.
- Strength: HDPE fusion joints are stronger than traditional pipe joints and are less likely to fail.
- Durability: HDPE fusion joints are resistant to corrosion and abrasion, and can last for many years in even the most demanding environments.
- Leak-proof: HDPE fusion joints are leak-proof, even under high pressure.
- Versatility: HDPE fusion can be used to join a wide range of HDPE pipe sizes and types, as well as HDPE fittings.
- Fewer joints: HDPE fusion requires fewer joints due to longer available pipe lengths and the flexible properties for bends in the design.
- Impervious to root intrustion: Unlike traditional gasketed joints, HDPE fusion joints are insusceptible to root intrustion.
Applications of HDPE Fusion
HDPE fusion is used in a wide range of applications, including:
Water mains and distribution systems
- Gas mains and distribution systems
- Sewer lines and storm drains
- Industrial piping systems
- Mining and oil and gas applications
- Agricultural irrigation systems
- Marine and offshore applications