TPi July 2008

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Reservoir pipe approved for use in public water supplies

Copper and copper alloy tubes Aishloni Copper Alloys Pvt Ltd is a manufacturer of copper and copper alloy tubes and products. The company’s products, which are manufactured to ASTM, BS and JIS standards, include DHP, ETP grade copper tubes/sections from ¾" to 6" OD; electrolytic grade copper flats/bus bar from 40 to 250mm width; and 63/37 and 70/30 brass tubes, from ¾" to 5" OD. The company is expanding its capacity and will be dedicating a new project for exports of cupronickel tubes, admiralty brass tubes and aluminium brass tubes. These products are mainly used for condenser, defence and marine applications. Aishloni Copper Alloys Pvt Ltd – India aishloni@aishloni.com www.aishloni.com

Saint-Gobain Pipelines, a supplier of ductile iron pipes and fittings, is now able to offer PAM reservoir pipe, making it the only supplier of coated pipes suitable for total immersion in potable water. PAM reservoir pipe is a fabricated pipe that can be used in reservoirs and tanks where both the internal lining and external coating come into contact with potable water. The pipe has approval under Regulation 31 (4) (a) for use in public water supplies – important for any product in contact with drinking water. The Saint-Gobain Pipelines System XL pipe, with a factory applied external coating of blue Copon Hycote 162PWX, fully complies with BS EN 545 and has been approved by the Secretary of State as suitable for total immersion in water.

Trevor Padley, the company’s technical manager commented, “Using Saint- GobainPipelines’SystemXLwithexternal epoxy coating allows customers to use ductile iron pipe with the knowledge that they are installing a robust, reliable pipeline with unrivalled longevity, while fully complying with the regulations and standards in place to ensure the drinking water is safe.” Available from DN 80 to DN 800, the PAM reservoir pipe is complemented by a full range of Saint-Gobain PAM natural fittings, which are also suitable for immersion in potable water. Jointing details and methods are the same as the standard range of Saint-Gobain fabricated pipes, and can be found on the company’s website. Saint-Gobain Pipelines – UK sales.uk.pipelines@saint-gobain.com www.saint-gobain-pipelines.co.uk

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