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Technology Update
C O N T R O L B Y M E A S U R E M E N T
Laser and inspection systems for true dimensional measurement
TubeProfiler TM - Mill Gauge
• Diameter, ovality, straightness, length
• Real time profile measurement
• Full cross section size and shape
• Faster mill set up
• Applications:
Hot or cold Tube & Pipes,
round, square, rectangular
Size: 20 – 2.500mm
True Profiles
26.–30.März 2012
March 2012
Hall: 7A
Stand: 7AB14
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ongoing investment in innovative
materials and validation techniques
to help converters, developers and
builders leverage next-generation
pressure pipe solutions.
The term “RELY” refers to the
material’s outstanding reliability, which
is critical for transporting potable water,
gas and other valuable liquids.
It also reflects Sabic’s global
reputation as a strong and reliable
business partner that can ensure a
long-term supply of advanced material
solutions.
“Our new Sabic ® Vestolen A
RELY products in combination with
the Strain Hardening method – that
measures their performance – are key
deliverables in Sabic’s global strategy
to supply the pressure pipe industry
with breakthrough technologies,” said
Jean Engels, business manager HDPE
Sabic. “Sabic takes great pride in
proactively developing materials and
methodologies that meet current and
emerging industry needs, particularly
in the areas of sustainability and
AT the Wasser Berlin International,
Berlin, Germany, Sabic, a global plastics
industry company, showcased the new
Sabic® Vestolen A RELY family of tough,
sustainable and cost-effective bimodal
high-density polyethylene (HDPE)
materials for pressure pipe applications.
The Sabic® Vestolen A RELY portfolio
offers converters considerable energy
savings and enables environmentally
responsible pipe installation.
Further demonstrating its commit-
ment to sustainable technologies,
the company also presented its
revolutionary new Strain Hardening
method, a fast, cost-efficient and highly
accurate method for evaluating the slow
crack growth resistance behaviour of
HDPE. This Strain Hardening method
avoids the use of detergents – that can
pose an environmental hazard – and
avoids the use of valuable drinking
water.
Both announcements underscore
Sabic’s increasing focus on the
development of high-performance,
sustainable technologies, and its
cost effectiveness. We also welcome
new partners who can help us drive
development of new pipe solutions
utilising our high-performance HDPE
materials and extensive technological
resources and expertise.”
The first two grades within the
Sabic ® Vestolen A RELY portfolio –
one designed for low sagging and the
other engineered for high resistance to
slow crack growth – contribute to the
eco-responsible production and use of
pressure pipe.
With these materials, converters
can significantly reduce energy.
Developers and contractors can
select trenchless pipe installation
such as guided boring and horizontal
directional drilling that reduce impact
on the environment.
Both new materials are classified
as PE100 grades, demonstrating
compliance with the highest industry
standards for HDPE pressure pipe.
Sabic – Belgium
Website:
Sustainability, performance,
cost effectiveness in
HDPE pipe applications