Pressurized Pipe Epoxy Coating

Restoring pressurized lines is the process of applying a layer of epoxy on the interior of the pressurized pipes with an epoxy coating.  This process is typically performed on pressurized pipes, for example, hot and cold potable, supply line pipes, fire suppression, HVAC piping and gas lines.  After the pipe has been properly prepared by drying and cleaning the pipe, the epoxy coating is blown through the pipe with special equipment.

Proprietary restoring process for restoring small diameter pressurized pipes ranges from 1/2" to 12".

When the epoxy coating process is complete, water pressure/flow is restored (often improved).  Leaks are eliminated and pipes are protected from future internal corrosion.

THE PROCESS

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1.  A certified technician disconnects                               pressurized system and hooks up hoses.

2.  The pipes are dried with compressed warm             clean air that is supplied from a compressor.

3.  Next, pipe interiors are gently “sandblasted”           with garnet grit to remove corrosion and                 tuberculation build-up and prepare the                     interior surface with an "Anchor Tooth" for             the pressurized pipe to bond with the                       epoxy.

4.   A pressurized test is performed to ensure               there are no leaks remaining.

5.  Our patented epoxy is blown through the                 pipes using warm compressed air carrying               the epoxy.  This process allows the interior             pipe to evenly coated, creating a seamless,             permanent, and protective barrier.

6.  Hoses remain connected while warm                       compressed air dries and cures the epoxy. 

7.  Hoses are disconnected and new fixture                   valve/fittings are installed.

8.   A final pressurized test is performed on the             system.  This test makes certain the system             holds pressure and that full water                             pressure/flow has been reinstated to the                 system.

9.  Service is restored to the pressurized system           by turning the water back on.

	Flow Infrastructure	Pipe Replacement
Cost	Cost-effective	More costly (Including demolition & repairs)
Time	50% less time than replacing pipe	Could require substantial demolition and older buildings may need hazardous and risky removal.
Invasiveness	Very little if none at all	Removing of fixtures and walls required
Water Quality	Non-Toxic, lead free, and safer	May be an issue to lead leaching if new pipe replacement has metal elements.
Leaks	Future leaks prevented	Future leaks could occur (depending on pipe used).
Corrosion	Safeguards against corrosion and tuberculation	Will not shield against corrosion and tuberculation