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Sleeve connection assessment for heat distribution networks

The reliability of district heating networks heavily depends on the quality of pipeline connections. Water ingress at socket connections can compromise insulation, leading to reduced thermal efficiency and corrosion in steel pipes. It is crucial for both operators and contractors to ensure that socket connections are correctly installed to avoid costly future leaks.

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  • Laboratory testing: Our modern laboratories perform comprehensive chemical and physical analyses, including leak-tightness tests, adhesion tests of socket connections on PE casing pipes, shear tests and water permeability tests of PUR foam in accordance with EN 253. This helps assess the quality of socket connections and identify potential causes of deficiencies.
  • On-site testing: Kiwa Technology also offers the capability to perform leak-tightness tests directly on-site. This enables us to evaluate the quality of socket connections during installation.

Ensure a robust and reliable heat distribution network with the expert support of Kiwa Technology. Improve the quality of your sleeve connections and prevent future issues with our extensive testing and research services.

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Paper

The paper ‘Quality control of joint installation in pre-insulated pipe systems’ was presented during The 14th International Symposium on Heating and Cooling (DHC14).

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