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Who owns Vinidex?
the Aliaxis Group
In 2014 Vinidex became part of the Aliaxis Group, a global leader in plastic piping solutions. At Vinidex our health, safety and environment responsibilities are integral to the way we do business.
What is PN35?
The standard classification (pressure class) for Irontite® DI is PN35. The allowable operating pressure (AOP) is the PN number divided by 10 in Megapascals. A class PN35 Irontite® pipe has therefore an allowable operating pressure of 3.5MPa (35/10). The class of the pipe is related to the wall thickness and is.
What is the difference between SN4 and SN8?
Pipes in the SN4 strength class are suitable for applications with lighter loads, such as fields, private road junctions and yards and green areas. Pipes in the SN8 strength class are used in traffic areas, road construction and other applications with heavier loads.
What does SN4 pipe mean?
Iplex Novadrain® SN4 is a solid wall PVC-U pipe, and may be manufactured either as plain solid wall pipe, or sandwich construction (SC) solid wall pipe in some sizes. Applications include: Above ground gravity drain, waste and vent applications.
What size should main water line be?
The most common pipe diameter for water mains is 6 to 16 inches, with 8, 10, and 12 inches also being used. Branch lines providing service to individual homes, offices, buildings, and businesses vary in size from as small as half an inch in diameter up to 6 inches.
What size mains water pipe do I need?
Connection size For most domestic properties a standard 25mm or 32mm connection will be sufficient. For larger commercial properties you may require a bigger supply – this will be based on the fittings e.g. toilets, basins, showers etc you’re planning on installing in the property.
What does sn mean on pipes?
Note: SN = Stiffness, a measure of ability of the pipe to withstand lateral deflection. SN4 = 4000 N/m/m. SN6 = 6000 N/m/m. SN8 = 8000 N/m/m. SN10 = 10000 N/m/m.
What is SN rating pipe?
nominal working pressure rating
Notes: PN Is the nominal working pressure rating. The number used to describe PN is 10 times the value of the maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP) at 20°C (MPa x10) based on a design factor of 1.25. SDR Nominal ratio of outside diameter to wall thickness.
What does SN8 pipe mean?
Iplex Novadrain® SN8 is a solid wall PVC-U pipe, and may be manufactured either as plain solid wall pipe or sandwich construction (SC) solid wall pipe. Applications include: Above ground gravity drain, waste and vent applications. Domestic house drains.
What size water line do you run from meter to house?
In the case of a three family house an 1 1/2″ service line is typically required. Again the exception would be if the length of the run of pipe was only 35′ or less. In most cases a six family house or greater will require a 2″ water service line.
How deep should a mains water pipe be?
According to ‘The Department of the Environment’, they recommend that pipes should be buried at least 600mm (two feet) underground. At this depth, the soil acts as a natural insulator and prevents them freezing.
What does SS mean in plumbing?
SS stands for Service Sink (construction plans; plumbing)
What does WP mean in plumbing?
What does WP mean? WP stands for West Plumbing.
Does vinidex offer ductile iron pipe?
Vinidex now offers a range of ductile iron pipe that boasts superior strength, high performance and a long lifespan. The range of Vinidex ZAP ® Ductile Iron Cement Lined Pipes is supplied with 400g/m² zinc aluminium hot metal sprayed onto the external surface of the pipe, plus a 100 micron blue epoxy finishing coat to inhibit corrosion.
What fittings can I use with vinidex PVC pressure pipes?
Vinidex offers a large range of Superlink ® and AquaDUC ductile iron fittings to suit Vinidex PVC pressure pipes including Supermain ® PVC-O, Vinidex Hydro ® PVC-M and Vinidex PVC-U ranges. The Vinidex Superlink II range has deep sockets for easier use and better connections.
What is vinidex Zap pipe made of?
The range of Vinidex ZAP ® Ductile Iron Cement Lined Pipes is supplied with 400g/m² zinc aluminium hot metal sprayed onto the external surface of the pipe, plus a 100 micron blue epoxy finishing coat to inhibit corrosion. The LINX ® range boasts high strength capabilities.
Who are the leading manufacturers of PVC pipe fittings?
Vinidex is one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of comprehensive PVC, polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) pipe and fittings systems, also offering a wide range of metal and industrial systems. Vinidex only source the most reputable, quality assured and trusted brands when it comes to pipe fittings and related pipeline systems.