What is pipe Grade HDPE?
Pipe grade HDPE sheet is a UV stabilized material that is easy to fabricate and weld using thermoplastic welding equipment and is an excellent choice for fabricated water tanks and chemical tanks. Custom cuts and cut-to-size pieces. Have machined into fabricated parts. HDPE comes in many colors.
What is HDPE pipe used for?
High density polyethylene (HDPE) piping systems have been used for municipal and industrial water applications for over 50 years. Within PPI’s Building & Construction Division, HDPE pipes are used for ground source geothermal applications, also known as earth energy or geoexchange systems.
What is Aashto m294?
AASHTO M 294. January 1, 2009. Standard Specification for Corrugated Polyethylene Pipe, 300- to 1500-mm Diameter. This specification covers the requirements and methods of tests for corrugated polyethylene (PE) pipe, couplings, and fittings for use in surface and subsurface drainage applications.
What does PE mean on pipe?
Polyethylene
Polyethylene (PE) is a thermoplastic material produced from the polymerization of ethylene. PE plastic pipe is manufactured by extrusion in sizes ranging from ½” to 63″.
What is HDPE resin used for?
These HDPE resins can be used in blow-molded bottles for everything from milk and pharmaceuticals to automotive fluids and agricultural chemicals. Or injected molded containers like microwaveable food trays, dairy cups/tubs, storage bins, and paint buckets.
Why choose high density polyethylene (HDPE)?
Amazingly dependable. Ready to master new challenges. With options that run the gamut from flexible and rigid packaging to heavy-duty tanks and pipelines, high density polyethylene (HDPE) resins from Dow could be just what you need to tackle your latest challenge.
What are the benefits of Dow™ HDPE?
That includes great stiffness for efficient filling and shelf appeal, as well as resistance to abrasion, puncture, and other abuse. Serving as a barrier against moisture and atmospheric invasion also makes DOW™ HDPE a desirable addition to many flexible packages.