PLASSON SMARTFUSE
RELIABLE EF WELDING FOR WATER AND GAS PIPELINES
PLASSON is a world-leader in electrofusion technology. Our commitment to advancements include developing innovative fittings, the supplying and servicing of reliable control boxes and the use of technology to assist welders in delivering quality installations.
Reliable electrofusion welds are the result of using quality fittings, precise tooling and professional installation methods. PLASSON have put together some resources to help explain the principals behind “best practice” for EF. Click to take a look….
PLASSON electrofusion fittings are part of the SmartFuse system. The system also includes automated welding machines to control each weld and a mobile phone app to record and archive details of each weld for asset management.
Joining with PLASSON gives you innovative world-leading fittings, free access to the SmartFuse App and welding control boxes that ensure the right weld settings for every PLASSON fitting.
THE BENEFITS OF ELECTROFUSION
Electrofusion fittings deliver secure, fully-sealed connections for PE pipe networks. The security, long-life and flexibility of PE pipelines connected via electrofusion makes poly pipelines ideal for gas and water networks.
For information on electrofusion welding and tips for installation click here…
PLASSON engineers high quality PE electrofusion fittings that provide all manner of solutions for pipeline design. The range includes:
Electrofusion couplers, joiners and reducer fittings
90° and 45° Electrofusion elbows
Electrofusion equal tees and reducing tees
Electrofusion tapping and branch saddles
Electrofusion end cap and test end cap fittings
Brass and threaded transition fittings for use with EF fittings
PLASSON also have tools, accessories and equipment to help you with your next electrofusion job.
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EF FITTING OPTIONS
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SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT FOR ELECTROFUSION WELDING
Diameter tape: Pi tape to measure average pipe diameter in the weld zone.
Metal Ruler: to measure insertion depth/witness mark.
Caliper or metal rule: to measure pipe ovality.
Pipe cutting tools: appropriate pipe cutting device to ensure pipe is cut square.
Rotational Peeling tool: designed to remove a continuous minimum of 0.2 mm of material per pass.
De-burring tool: tool to remove the sharp edge of pipe.
Re-rounding clamps: clamps must ensure area in weld zone remains within roundness specification during the weld.
Alcohol cleaning wipes: manufacturer approved cleaning wipes for surface cleaning and weld prep.
White ink permanent marker: for witness marks & noting weld details.
Alignment clamps: to align pipe and fitting and remove bending stresses during the welding process.
Electrofusion control unit: in accordance with ISO 12176-2.
WHO CAN PERFORM ELECTROFUSION WELDS?
The fusion welding of polyethylene (HDPE) for plumbing and drainage pipe systems is a skilled operation.
All electrofusion fitting and butt welding must be carried out by suitably trained and certified tradespeople.
Training and accreditation is mandatory for plumbers under the Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA):
AS/NZS 3500.1 Plumbing and drainage – Water services
AS/NZS 3500.2 Plumbing and drainage – Sanitary plumbing and drainage
AS/NZS 2033 Installation of polyethylene pipe systems.
AS/NZS 2033 specifies “Only trained and certified operators shall carry out fusion jointing”.
ABOUT US
PLASSON began over 50 years ago and has grown into a global family of over 2,000 people.
Our Australian team is based all over the country. From Kalgoorlie to Cairns, Toowoomba to Tassie, we have PLASSON people on hand to help.
PLASSON are constantly working on new things but we will never change our commitment to excellence, service and support.
PLASSON Australia
Head Office
61 Dunning Avenue
Rosebery NSW 2018
Email: sales@plasson.com.au
Melbourne Warehouse
25 Business Park Drive
Ravenhall VIC 3023
Brisbane Warehouse
49 Distribution Street
Larapinta QLD 4110
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