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BorSafe polyethylene PE pressure pipe used for durable pipe systems for drinking water, sanitation and gas distribution(07/01/2008)
The United Nations calculates that over 1 billion people do not have access to safe water, making water conservation one of the most urgent global challenges. Similarly, with an estimated 2 billion people worldwide lacking adequate sanitation, enhancing the performance of sewage networks around the world can deliver much needed environmental, societal and economic benefits. Borealis' BorSafe polyethylene (PE) pressure pipe and fitting grades reflect Borealis’ commitment to contributing to better, safer and more durable pipe systems for drinking water, sanitation and gas distribution. The most recent addition to the BorSafe product range, BorSafe HE3490-LS-H, creates PE pipes with exceptional resistance to slow crack growth, more than 100 times the European standard requirements for ... [read full article]
Corrosion-free water pipe helps supply clean drinking water in Shanghai(16/10/2007)
According to the United Nations, water conservation is one of the most urgent global challenges facing society today. Although only in operation for 20 years, leakages continually occurred at the joints and across parts of the cast iron pipe network in the area of Pudong in Shanghai, resulting in repair and maintenance work having to be regularly carried out. The Shanghai Pudong water company faced a number of challenges when deciding to replace 2.6 km of the old network with a durable and cost-effective solution. Maintaining the existing hydraulic capacity was vital in order to deliver the same high water flow. Also, ensuring minimal disruption to the community and environment was a key priority. Repairs on 36 different occasions over the last 4 years had caused significant traffic ... [read full article]
New PE pipe system eliminates water leaks(26/07/2007)
The United Nations calculated that over 2 billion people face water scarcity, making its conservation one of the most urgent global challenges. Slow crack growth is one of the key requirements for water pressure pipes. It can be caused by surface scratches or notches created prior or during installation, or by external point-loads on the pipes, such as rocks. This phenomenon can cause long-term weakness in pipes allowing water to escape. Borealis has launched BorSafeTM HE3490-LS-H, a new polyethylene (PE) pipe grade for pressure pipes. This new solution expands the durability of PE pipe systems for water distribution by delivering an easy-to-lay response to the tough installation techniques facing installers and utilities today. In addition, it contributes to precious water savings by e... [read full article]
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