Engineering Methods

Plus-Lining Method

Overview

This method provides a lining to the inner walls of low-pressure service/house pipes (steel pipes with screw joints) to prevent leaks resulting from corrosion or loose joints. The Plus-Lining method uses a polyurethane liner.

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Work Steps

(1) Mix and stir the liner (resin and hardener).
(2) Inject the liner into the pipe.
(3) Place the pig in the pipe. Connect a force feed system that feeds compressed air to form a lining.

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Features

  • (1) Balance between shape retention and flexibility
    The use of polyurethane ensures shape retention to resist the pressures of soil and water through corrosion pits and flexibility to minimize leaks in the event of gas pipe fracture.
  • (2) Reduced lining time and ensured lining quality
    The liner viscosity is adjusted to be suitable for lining work.
    • ・Facilitates lining work and reduces the required time.
    • ・After lining, the resin cures free of sagging to ensure lining quality.
  • (3) Workability and safety considerations
    The use of polyurethane is intended to reduce offensive odor and ensure the operator's safety.
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Scope of Application

Applicable to Scope of application
Pressure Low pressure
Pipe type Steel pipes with screw joints
Pipe size 25A, 32A, 40A, 50A
Length Up to 24 m (depends on piping conditions)

Liner Specifications

Item Specifications
Resin type Two-component cold setting polyurethane
Pot life 70 min (depends on work environment)
Tensile strength 17MPa
Elongation 86%