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When fused per manufacturer procedures, the joint area becomes as strong as or stronger than the pipe and properly fused joints are leak proof.","Answer",{"name":115,"@type":110,"acceptedAnswer":116},"What are the key operational capabilities a butt fusion machine should have?",{"text":117,"@type":113},"The butt fusion machine should be able to align pipe ends, clamp pipes, face ends parallel and square to the centerline, heat the ends, and apply the proper fusion force.",{"name":119,"@type":110,"acceptedAnswer":120},"What are the general steps for creating a butt fused PE joint?",{"text":121,"@type":113},"Steps include cleaning, clamping, and aligning the pipe ends; facing ends to establish clean parallel surfaces perpendicular to the centerline; aligning again; melting interfaces; joining with the proper fusion force; and holding under pressure until the joint cools.","https://schema.org",{"og:url":83,"og:type":124,"og:title":65,"og:site_name":95,"og:description":67},"article",{"robots":126,"canonical":83},"index,follow",{"doc_id":128,"site_id":62},665619,1793305257,{"code":4,"msg":5,"data":131},{"doc_id":128,"user_id":132,"nickname":92,"user_avatar":133,"doc_module":4,"category_id":29,"category_name":30,"doc_title":65,"doc_description":67,"doc_content":134,"file_id":135,"file_url":136,"file_type":137,"file_size":138,"view_count":14,"is_deleted":4,"is_public":8,"is_downloadable":8,"audit_status":8,"page_count":139,"language":140,"language_code":63,"site_id":62,"html_lang":63,"table_of_contents":141,"faqs":142,"seo_title":143,"seo_description":67,"update_tm":129,"read_time":144},1099514067415,"https://ap-avatar.wpscdn.com/avatar/100002539d78ffe74a7?x-image-process=image/resize,m_fixed,w_180,h_180&k=1779092875211072502","Chapter 9 PE Pipe Joining Procedures  \n327  \nChapter 9  \nPE Pipe Joining Procedures  \nIntroduction  \nAn integral part of any pipe system is the method used to join the system components. Proper engineering design of a system will take into consideration the type and effectiveness of the techniques used to join the piping components and appurtenances, as well as the durability of the resulting joints.  \nThe integrity and versatility of the joining techniques used for PE pipe allow the designer to take advantage of the performance benefits of PE in a wide variety of applications.  \nGeneral Provisions  \nPE pipe or fittings are joined to each other by heat fusion or with mechanical fittings. PE pipe may be joined to other pipe materials by means of compression fittings, flanges, or other qualified types of manufactured transition fittings. There are many types and styles of fittings available from which the user may choose. Each offers its particular advantages and limitations for each joining situation the user may encounter. Contact with the various manufacturers is advisable for guidance in proper applications and styles available for joining as described in this document. The joining methods discussed in this chapter cover both large and small diameter pipe. Large diameter PE pipe is considered to be sizes 3” IPS (3.500” OD, Iron Pipe Size) and larger. All individuals involved in the joining PE pipe systems, whether it be using the typical heat fusion methods or employing mechanical connections, should be fully trained and qualified in accordance with applicable codes and standards and/or as recommended by the pipe or fitting manufacturer. Those assigned to making joints in PE pipe for gas applications must meet the additional requirement of compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline Safety Regulations(10). The equipment used in the process of making heat fused joints must be designed to operate for the selected pipe and fusion procedures. Additionally, the equipment should be well maintained and capable of operating to specification.  \nThermal Heat Fusion Methods  \nThere are three types of conventional heat fusion joints currently used in the industry; Butt, Saddle, and Socket Fusion. Additionally, electrofusion (EF) joining is available with special EF couplings and saddle fittings.  \n328  \nChapter 9  \nPE Pipe Joining Procedures  \nThe principle of heat fusion is to heat two surfaces to a designated temperature, then fuse them together by application of a sufficient force. This force causes the melted materials to flow and mix, thereby resulting in fusion. When fused according to the pipe and/or fitting manufacturers’ procedures, the joint area becomes as strong as, or stronger than, the pipe itself in both tensile and pressure properties and properly fused joints are absolutely leak proof. As soon as the joint cools to near ambient temperature, it is ready for handling. The following sections of this chapter provide a general procedural guideline for each of these heat fusion methods.  \nButt Fusion  \nThe most widely used method for joining individual lengths of PE pipe and pipe to PE fittings is by heat fusion of the pipe butt ends as illustrated in Figure 1. This technique produces a permanent, economical and flow-efficient connection. Quality butt fusion joints are produced by using trained operators and quality butt fusion machines in good condition.  \nThe butt fusion machine should be capable of:  \n• Aligning the pipe ends  \n• Clamping the pipes  \n• Facing the pipe ends parallel and square to the centerline  \n• Heating the pipe ends  \n• Applying the proper fusion force  \nFigure 1 A Standard Butt Fusion Joint  \nThe six steps involved in making a butt fused joint are:  \n1. Clean, clamp and align the pipe ends to be joined  \n2. Face the pipe ends to establish clean, parallel surfaces, perpendicular to the center line  \n3. Align the pipe ends  \n4. Melt the pipe interfaces  \n5. Join the two pipe ends together ","cbCaivl90NOs2zp0","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivl90NOs2zp0","pdf",1532185,31,"English","# Introduction\n## General Provisions\n## Thermal Heat Fusion Methods\n## Butt Fusion\n## Butt Fusion of PE Pipe Products with Different Wall Thicknesses\n## Optional Bead Removal\n## Saddle/Conventional Fusion","[{\"question\":\"How do PE pipe joining methods achieve joint strength and leak resistance?\",\"answer\":\"Heat fusion heats two surfaces to a designated temperature and fuses them under sufficient force, allowing melted materials to flow and mix. When fused per manufacturer procedures, the joint area becomes as strong as or stronger than the pipe and properly fused joints are leak proof.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the key operational capabilities a butt fusion machine should have?\",\"answer\":\"The butt fusion machine should be able to align pipe ends, clamp pipes, face ends parallel and square to the centerline, heat the ends, and apply the proper fusion force.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the general steps for creating a butt fused PE joint?\",\"answer\":\"Steps include cleaning, clamping, and aligning the pipe ends; facing ends to establish clean parallel surfaces perpendicular to the centerline; aligning again; melting interfaces; joining with the proper fusion force; and holding under pressure until the joint cools.\"}]","Chapter 9 - PE Pipe Joining Procedures | PDF",78]