The use of HDPE pipe in water systems has a number of advantages. High-density polyethylene pipe is typically produced in coils with diameters up to 152 mm, with straight lengths up to 50 feet. Neither bacteria can grow or tuberculates on the material. HDPE pipes are therefore excellent at withstanding chemicals and suitable for even harsh environments. These specific benefits are shared by many different types of plastic pipe, but HDPE pipes and related products combine these features with the advantages of flexibility and heat-fused joints.

When it comes to heat fusion, one continuous pipeline system can be created thanks to HDPE pipe’s excellent fusion integrity. Fully sealed connections are produced when a pipe is joined using heat fusion. With other materials and fixtures, this can get rid of the potential leak points that could appear every 10 to 20 feet. 

Since HDPE pipe for water pipelines has an allowable water leakage of zero instead of the typical leakage rates of 10 to 20 percent for conventional counterparts, its life-cycle cost may be different from that of other materials. Due to the self-restraining nature of HDPE pipe’s fused joints, expensive thrust restraints or thrust blocks are no longer necessary. Additionally, fused HDPE pipe joints almost never leak, effectively eradicating infiltration and exfiltration issues associated with other pipe joints.

Due to its flexibility, HDPE pressure pipe works well in dynamic soils, including earthquake-prone zones. It can withstand frequent pressure surges that are much greater than the pipe’s static pressure rating. Additionally, it enables economical installation techniques like horizontal directional drilling, pipe bursting, and plow and plant thanks to its combination of flexibility and leak-free joints.

Additionally, polyethylene does not require the use of heavy lifting equipment for installation because it is much less dense than other materials. HDPE pipes are also structurally capable of withstanding a range of impacts, particularly in cold-weather conditions where other materials may be more prone to breaks and cracks.

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