TPI January 2014

products & developments

AASHTO approval for HP storm pipe Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc (ADS) has announced that its HP Storm pipe meets the new requirements of AASHTO M330 for use in culvert and storm sewer pipe projects. This new specification pertains specifically to HP Storm pipe, 12" to 60" dual and triple wall. Both public and private specifying agencies rely on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) for product specifications such as pipe for use in transportation infrastructure projects. storm water projects. The product offers premium joint performance, enhanced stiffness over traditional storm sewer products, increased longitudinal beam strength, and chemical, stress crack and abrasion resistance. The pipe is manufactured from impact- modified copolymer polypropylene

resin. The HP Storm’s smooth interior wall promotes flow rates while its corrugated structure maximises stiffness and strength. All HP Storm pipe diameters feature an extended integral bell and spigot joint with dual gaskets and polymer reinforcement for maximum joint integrity. The pipe is available in 6m (20ft) and 3.9m (13ft) lay lengths to accommodate various trench box dimensions. Founded in 1966, ADS serves the storm and waste water industry through a global network of 56 domestic and international manufacturing plants and more than 28 distribution centres. In addition to its flagship N-12 ® pipe, the company offers a complete line of fittings and other accessories, including StormTech ® storm water chambers, Nyloplast ® drainage structures, Flexstorm™ inlet filters and various geotextiles.

“AASHTO specifications represent the culmination of extensive work by key department of transportation officials who make up AASHTO’s Subcommittee on Materials,” stated Ryan Zenkewicz, storm sewer market manager. “It completes a strong foundation of specifications and approvals that include those from ASTM and the US Army Corps of Engineers for this premium product. This particular specification highlights the need for products in high performance storm sewer applications.” HP Storm adds to ADS’s line of product offerings for

Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc – USA

info@ads-pipe.com www.ads-pipe.com

Mini-roll pipe stand Sumner Manufacturing has introduced the new Mini-Roll pipe stand for welders. Mini-Rolls

are available as a stand only, or with any of six different quick-change roller housings: steel wheels, stainless steel wheels, ball transfer heads, stainless steel ball transfers heads, rubber wheels or bar stock head.

The Mini-Roll is a compact, one-piece unit that is 18.4cm (7¼") high, with a weight capacity of 1,580kg (3,500lb), and pipe diameter capacity up to 900mm (36"). Based on Sumner’s Adjust-A-Roll platform, the Mini-Roll utilises quick- change roller housings, is adjustable from either side, and has brake locks on steel wheels for layout or fit-up work. “The Mini-Roll was designed to provide a more ergonomically sound platform for large pipe welding,” stated national sales manager Brendan Conway. “The one-piece, compact design and interchangeable quick-change roller housings make the Mini-Roll both simple and versatile for the large pipe welder.”

Sumner Manufacturing’s new Mini-Roll pipe stand for welders

The Mini-Roll stand only weighs

material lifts, jack stands, pipe fit-up clamps, welding tools and material carts that are currently used in more than 50 countries around the world in numerous industries. Sumner Manufacturing Co, Inc – USA customerservice@sumner.com www.sumner.com

6.8kg (15lb), up to 10.4kg (23lb) with steel wheels or ball transfer heads, and 14.1kg (31lb) with bar stock head.

Approximate height with quick-change roller head is 33.6cm (13¼").

Sumner Manufacturing has served the welding and mechanical contracting industry for nearly a half century, creating

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