About this document
Polyethylene Pipe Installation Guide by Rog is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document provides guidelines for tapping polyethylene-encased ductile iron pipe in 5 steps: 1) Make the direct service connection and inspect for damage, making repairs; 2) Wrap the pipe area where the tapping machine will mount with polyethylene tape; 3) Mount the tapping machine and make the tap through the tape and polyethylene; 4) Wrap any connected copper service lines within 3 feet of the pipe; 5) Backfill the trench as usual. Contact DIPRA or its member companies with any issues.
- Author
- Rog
- Language
- EN