PVC PIPE SIZES Pipe Sizes vary all over the world as there is different PVC pipe sizes used in different countries. Quite often the standards relating to the PVC Pipe can vary and determine the PVC pipe sizes required for the specific country’s requirement. There are various factors to consider when discussing PVC Pipe SizesRead More
Electrical Conduit Installation – Requirements Guide
Electrical Conduit and Fittings are made in accordance with AS/NZS 2053.1 for electrical installations. All PVC Electrical Conduit for electrical applications are required to be coloured orange for underground applications. It is important that a qualified installer is used and are familiar with the requirements of the standard as well as the requirements of the electrical regulators.Read More
PVC Pipes – Innovation And Technology
Since Unplasticised PVC Pipes (PVC-U) were first introduced for drainage systems in the 1930’s, there has been a lot of innovation and technological development since then in PVC Pipes. PVC Pipes in the 1950’s saw the introduction of extrusion technology which saw the first pressurised drinkingRead More
Irrigation Supplies Products
Irrigation is used to supply water to areas in need especially when there is a shortage of rain and by controlling the amount of water required will help to conserve it. Irrigation supplies products can be used for agricultural crops, lawns, gardens, golf courses and sporting fields to name a few. Read More
Types of Electrical Conduits
There are Various Types of Electrical Conduits. Electrical Conduit is used to carry electrical wiring for power or communication by pulling single strands or solid wire through the electrical conduit. Electrical Conduit is most commonly made from plastic, metal and fibre and can be rigid or flexible. Electrical Conduit is solid which houses and protects theRead More
HOW TO CORRECTLY INSTALL PVC PIPE ABOVE GROUND
PVC pipe is one of our products that is often installed above ground. There are a number of considerations to take into account when installing it above ground. Follow local regulations. Follow recommended safe work practices. Follow proper handling procedures. Keep pipe and fittings in original packaging until needed. Cover pipe and fittings with a tarpRead More
THE BENEFITS OF POLY PIPE AND HOW TO USE IT
There are many benefits of Poly pipe, and it can be easily applied in many projects. Corrosion Resistance One of the benefits of poly pipe is that it is corrosion resistant and chemical resistant making it an ideal pipe for many industry projects. It is resistant to biological growth meaning long life expectancy, longer life service andRead More
HOW TO CORRECTLY INSTALL PVC PIPES UNDERGROUND
Underground installation – Install PVC pipes underground in a trench. Trenches should be excavated to the required size to allow for the size of pipe and enough space for jointing, compaction and inspection. The depth of the trench must be sufficient to allow for the minimum required cover over the PVC pipe. (Refer AS/NZS2032-2006 InstallationRead More
HOW TO USE SOLVENT CEMENT
What is Solvent Cement and how does it work? Solvent cement is a chemical formula with the consistency of thick syrup and works by dissolving the surface of the components to be joined together causing them to dry as a single, fused entity. The chemicals present in the solvent cement causes the materials to soften,Read More
BENEFITS OF USING PVC PIPES
Using PVC pipes, aka Polyvinyl Chloride Pipe, has many benefits making it a competitive alternative to other building materials such as concrete, metals and clay. This has increased the use and adopting rates of the material in various industrial and home projects. Using PVC pipes are lighter and easy to manoeuvre into place compared toRead More
