SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE

PART 1 – GENERAL 1.1

DESCRIPTION This section specifies fusible polyvinylchloride pipe for the recycled water pipeline segment that is attached to the side of the Via De La Valle bridge, and includes acceptable fusion technique and practice, safe handling and storage, and installation of the pipe. A.

B.

REQUIREMENTS 1.

Contractor shall provide a structurally sound, leak-proof, monolithic polyvinylchloride pipe for all piping. Individual pipe lengths shall be assembled by butt-fusion unless otherwise specified. Connecting fittings shall be fused or mechanically joined to the piping as specified.

2.

In slip-lining applications, Contractor shall be responsible for cleaning and television inspection of the host pipeline, and leak testing the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe and fittings. No grout will be placed in the annular space between the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe and the casing pipe.

PIPE DESCRIPTION Supplier shall furnish fusible polyvinylchloride pipe conforming to all applicable standards and procedures, and meeting all applicable testing and material properties as described by those standards or within this specification. Specifically, pipe shall be suitable for recycled water, be colored purple, and match the dimensioning as defined on the Drawings.

1.2

1.3

RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE 1.

Drawings.

2.

WAS Standard Specifications

QUALITY ASSURANCE A.

REFERENCES: 1.

This section contains references to the following documents. They are a part of this section as specified and modified. Where a referenced document contains references to other standards, those documents are included as references under this section as if referenced directly. In the event of a conflict between the requirements of this section and those of the listed documents, the requirements of this section shall prevail.

2.

Unless otherwise specified, references to documents shall mean the documents in effect at the time of construction. If referenced documents

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE have been discontinued by the issuing organization, references to those documents shall mean the replacement documents issued or otherwise identified by that organization or, if there are no replacement documents, the last version of the document before it was discontinued. 3.

Where document dates are given in the following listing, references to those documents shall mean the specific document version associated with that date, regardless of whether the document has been superseded by a version with a later date, discontinued or replaced.

ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.10

American National Standard for Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings, 3-inch through 48-inch, for Water and Other Liquids

ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11

American National Standard for Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings

AWWA C605

Standard for Underground Installation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe and Fittings for Water

AWWA C651

Standard for Disinfecting Water Mains

AWWA C900

Standard for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe and Fabricated Fittings, 4 in. through 12 in. (100mm through 300mm), for Water Distribution

AWWA C905

Standard for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC Pressure Pipe and Fabricated Fittings, 14 in. through 48 in. (350mm-1200mm), for Water Distribution

AWWA M23

AWWA Manual of Supply Practices PVC Pipe Design and Installation, Second Edition

ASTM D1784-02

Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds

AWWA C923

Standard Specification for Resilient Connectors Between Reinforced Concrete Manhole Structures, Pipes and Laterals

ASTM D1784

Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds

ASTM D1785

Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40, 80, and 120

ASTM D2152

Test Method for Degree of Fusion of Extruded Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pipe and Molded Fittings

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE by Acetone Immersion

B.

C.

ASTM D2241

Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR)

ASTM D2665

Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Drain, Waste, and Vent Pipe and Fittings

ASTM D3034

Standard Specification for Type PSM Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings

ASTM F477

Elastomeric Seals (Gaskets) for Joining Plastic Pipe

ASTM F679

Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Large Diameter Plastic Gravity Sewer Pipe and Fittings

ASTM F1057

Standard Practice for Estimating the Quality of Extruded Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pipe by the Heat Reversion Technique

ASTM F1417

Standard Test Method for Installation Acceptance of Plastic Gravity Sewer Lines Using Low-Pressure Air

UNI-B-6

Recommended Practice for Testing of Installed Sewer Pipe

UNI-PUB-08

Recommended Practice for the Direct Tapping of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Water Pipe (Nominal Diameters 6-12 Inch)

NSF-14

Plastics Piping System Components and Related Materials

NSF-61

Drinking Water System Components--Health Effects

PPI TR-2

PVC Range Ingredients

Composition

Low-Pressure

Listing

of

Air

Qualified

Manufacturer Requirements 1.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be tested at the extrusion facility for properties required to meet all applicable parameters as outlined in AWWA C900 and/or AWWA C905, and applicable sections of ASTM D2241. Testing priority shall be in conformance with AWWA C900 and AWWA C905.

2.

All piping shall be made from a PVC compound conforming to cell classification 12454 per ASTM D1784.

FUSION TECHNICIAN REQUIREMENTS

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 1.

D.

SPECIFIED PIPE SUPPLIERS 1.

E.

F.

Fusion Technician shall be fully qualified by the pipe supplier to install fusible polyvinylchloride pipe of the type(s) and size(s) being used. Qualification shall be current as of the actual date of fusion performance on the project.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be used as manufactured under the trade names Fusible C-900™, Fusible C-905®, and FPVC™, for Underground Solutions, Inc., Poway, CA, (858) 679-9551. Fusion process shall be as patented by Underground Solutions, Inc., Poway, CA, Patent No. 6,982,051. Owner is aware of no other supplier or fusible polyvinylchloride pipe that is an equal to this specified pipe supplier and product.

WARRANTY 1.

A one-year warranty for the pipe shall be included, and shall cover the cost of replacement pipe and freight to project site, should the pipe have any defects in material or workmanship.

2.

The fusion services shall be warranted for one year per the fusion service provider’s standard terms.

3.

Warranty periods shall begin on the date of installation and product acceptance after all applicable testing.

SUBMITTALS 1.

2.

The following PRODUCT DATA is required from the pipe supplier and/or fusion provider and shall be submitted in accordance with WAS Section 01000: a.

Name of the pipe manufacturer and a list of the piping and quantities to be provided by manufacturer.

b.

Product data and pipe supplier data indicating conformance with this specification and applicable standards, including written documentation regarding any intended variance from this specification and applicable standards. This will include experience of pipe supplier by years and number of projects; warranty information; and independent laboratory testing certification.

Material and pipe property testing in conformance with this specification and applicable standards indicating conformance from the pipe extruder per AWWA C900 and AWWA C905: a.

Dimensional Checks

b.

Pipe Burst

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE

G.

c.

Flattening

d.

Extrusion Quality (Acetone Immersion)

3.

Test results will be prepared and made available from the pipe extruder to the Owner’s Representative upon request, for each extrusion run.

4.

Fusion joint data and fusion technician data indicating conformance with this specification and applicable standards, including written documentation regarding any intended variance from this specification and applicable standards. This will include fusion joint warranty information and recommended project specific fusion parameters, including criteria logged and recorded by data logger.

5.

For slip-lining installations, shop drawings shall include plan showing size and location for all pipe installation work areas, interfering utilities, and traffic control schematics. Work areas and traffic control plan shall be included with encroachment application to the City of Del Mar.

6.

For slip-lining installations, the Contractor shall submit his slip-lining schedule identifying daily work hours and working dates for the installation at least 3 weeks prior to the start of work.

The following AS-RECORDED DATA is required from the contractor and/or fusion provider: 1.

Fusion report for each fusion joint performed on the project, including joints that were rejected. Submittals of the Fusion Technician’s joint reports are required as requested by the Owner’s Representative. Specific requirements of the Fusion Technician’s joint report shall include: a.

Pipe Size and Dimensions

b.

Machine Size

c.

Fusion Technician Identification

d.

Job Identification Number

e.

Fusion Number

f.

Fusion, Heating, and Drag Pressure Settings

g.

Heat Plate Temperature

h.

Time Stamp

i.

Heating and Cool Down Time of Fusion

j.

Ambient Temperature

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE PART 2 – PRODUCTS 2.1

FUSIBLE POLYVINYLCHLORIDE PRESSURE PIPE A.

Fusible polyvinylchloride plastic material for pipe shall conform to AWWA C900 or C905, and/or ASTM D2241 or ASTM D1785 for IPS standard dimensionality, if applicable.

B.

Rework material shall be allowed per AWWA C900 or AWWA C905 standards.

C.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be extruded with plain ends. The ends shall be square to the pipe and free of any bevel or chamfer. There shall be no bell or gasket of any kind incorporated into the pipe.

D.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be manufactured in a standard 20’, 30’ or 40’ nominal lengths.

E.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe color shall be as specified for the type of service (potable or recycled water/other non-potable use).

F.

Pipe shall be marked per AWWA C900 or AWWA C905, and shall include as a minimum:

G.

2.2

1.

Nominal size

2.

PVC

3.

Dimension Ratio, Standard Dimension Ratio or Schedule

4.

AWWA pressure class or rating

5.

AWWA Standard designation number

6.

NSF-61 certification mark (for potable water service)

7.

Extrusion production-record code

8.

Trademark or trade name

9.

Cell Classification 12454 and/or PVC material code 1120 may also be included.

Pipe shall be homogeneous throughout and be free of visible cracks, holes, foreign material, blisters, or other deleterious faults.

FUSION JOINTS A.

Unless otherwise specified, fusible polyvinylchloride pipe lengths shall be assembled in the field with butt-fused joints. The Contractor shall follow the pipe supplier’s written instructions for this procedure. Joint strength shall be equal to

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE the pipe as demonstrated by testing requirements. completed as described in this specification. 2.3

All fusion joints shall be

CONNECTIONS AND FITTINGS FOR PRESSURE APPLICATIONS A.

Connections shall be defined in conjunction with the linking of project piping, as well as the tie-ins to other piping systems.

B.

Ductile Iron Mechanical Fittings

C.

D.

1.

Acceptable fittings for use with fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall include standard ductile iron fittings conforming to AWWA/ANSI C110/A21.10 and AWWA/ANSI C111/A21.11.

2.

Restrained connections to fusible polyvinylchloride pipe may be made using a restrained retainer gland product for DIPS or IPS sizing, as well as for MJ or flanged fittings in accordance with WAS Approved Materials List.

3.

Bends, tees, reducers and other ductile iron fittings shall be restrained using a joint restraint system in accordance with WAS Approved Materials List.

4.

Ductile iron fittings and retainer glands must be installed per the manufacturer’s recommendations.

FUSIBLE POLYVINYL CHLORIDE SWEEPS OR BENDS 1.

Fusible polyvinyl chloride sweeps or bends shall conform to the same sizing convention, diameter, dimensional tolerances and pressure class of the pipe with which they are to be joined.

2.

Fusible polyvinyl chloride sweeps or bends shall be manufactured from the same fusible polyvinyl chloride pipe being used for the installation, and shall have at least 2 feet of straight section on either end of the sweep or bend to allow for fusion of the sweep to the pipe installation.

3.

Standard fusible polyvinyl chloride sweep or bend angles shall not be greater than 22.5 degrees, and shall be used in nominal diameters ranging from 4 inch through 16 inch.

EXPANSION AND FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS 1.

Expansion-type mechanical couplings shall be manufactured for use with PVC pipe, comply with the WAS Approved Materials List, and may be restrained or unrestrained as indicated on the drawings and in these specifications

2.

Couplings shall be rated as same or higher pressure capacity as the pipe itself.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 3. E.

CONNECTION HARDWARE 1.

2.4

Bolts and nuts shall comply with WAS Standards and shall be made of non-corrosive, high-strength, low-alloy steel having the characteristics specified in ANSI/AWWA C111/A21.11.

TRACER WIRE A.

2.5

Acceptable expansion-type mechanical pipe couplings shall be in accordance with WAS Approved Materials List.

All piping shall be installed with tracer wire per Section 15000.

PIPE ROLLERS A.

Pipe rollers, if required, shall be of sufficient size to fully support the weight of the pipe during handling and installation operations.

B.

A sufficient quantity of rollers and spacing, per the pipe supplier’s guidelines shall be used to assure adequate support and limit excessive sagging of the product pipe.

PART 3– EXECUTION 3.1

DELIVERY AND OFF-LOADING A.

All pipe shall be bundled or packaged in such a manner as to provide adequate protection of the ends during transportation to the site. Any pipe damaged in shipment shall be replaced as directed by the Owner’s Representative.

B.

Each pipe shipment should be inspected prior to unloading to see if the load has shifted or otherwise been damaged. Notify Owner’s Representative immediately if more than immaterial damage is found.

C.

Each pipe shipment should be checked for quantity and proper pipe size, color and type.

D.

Pipe should be loaded, off-loaded and otherwise handled in accordance with AWWA M23.

E.

A forklift with chisel forks shall be used to off-load the pipe. The fork chisel should be checked to be sure it is not thicker than the gap between the units of pipe strapped together for shipping and handling purposes. Extend forks to remove each top unit from the truck. When unloading 20’ lengths, remove back units first. Do not run forks too far under the units, as fork ends striking adjacent units may cause damage. Ensure that the forks are fully engaged. The 30’ and 40’ lengths are shipped in single length units. Because these are longer, the packages will flex or bend more than the 20’ length units. If left bundled in units,

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE unloading can be done with a single forklift so long as it is of sufficient capacity to handle the load. If sag exceeds recommendation (see the table below as to allowable sag), then each piece of pipe should be unloaded individually. The forks should be placed as far apart as possible to provide support to the unit. When unloading individual pieces of pipe, the pipe should be supported at approximately the 1/3 point measured from each end of the pipe. Sag in Pipe Lengths During Unloading and Moving Sag (inches) Pipe Diameter (inches) 4 6 8 10 12 16 20 24 30

3.2

40’ Length 24 16 13 10 9 7 5 4 3

30’ Length 14 10 7 6 5 4 3 3 2

F.

Sag is the measurement of the pipe ends relative to the pipe center. With a pipe raised on the forklift, a string line can be pulled from the bottom of one end of the pipe to the bottom of the other end of the pipe. The distance in the center from the string to the bottom of the pipe is the sag.

G.

If a forklift is not available, a spreader bar with fabric straps capable of handling the load should be used. Recommended lift points when using fabric slings are at the point approximately one-third of the length measured from each end of the unit.

H.

Off-loading devices such as chains, wire rope, chokers, or other pipe handling implements that may scratch, nick, cut, or gouge the pipe are strictly prohibited.

I.

During removal and handling, be sure that the pipe does not strike anything. Significant impact could cause damage, particularly during cold weather.

J.

If appropriate unloading equipment is not available, pipe may be unloaded by removing individual pieces. Care should be taken to insure that pipe is not dropped or damaged.

K.

Pipe should be carefully lowered, not dropped, from trucks.

L.

In preparation for pipe installation, placement of pipe should be as close to the fusion area as practical.

HANDLING AND STORAGE A.

Any length of pipe showing a crack or which has received a blow that may have caused an incident fracture, even though no such fracture can be seen, shall be marked as rejected and removed at once from the work. Damaged areas, or

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE possible areas of damage may be removed by cutting out and removing the suspected incident fracture area. Limits of the acceptable length of pipe shall be determined by the Owner’s Representative. B.

Any scratch or gouge greater than 10% of the wall thickness will be considered significant and can be rejected unless determined acceptable by the Owner’s Representative.

C.

Pipe lengths should be stored and placed on level ground. Pipe should be stored at the job site in the unit packaging provided by the manufacturer. Caution should be exercised to avoid compression, damage, or deformation to the ends of the pipe. The interior of the pipe, as well as all end surfaces, should be kept free from dirt and foreign matter.

D.

Pipe shall be handled and supported with the use of woven fiber pipe slings or approved equal. Care shall be exercised when handling the pipe to not cut, gouge, scratch or otherwise abrade the piping in any way. Use of hooks, chains, wire rope or any other handling device which creates the opportunity to damage the surface of the pipe is strictly prohibited.

E.

After delivery to the project site, fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be stored at ambient temperature and protected from ultraviolet light degradation. If pipe is to be stored for periods of 6 months or longer, the pipe must be shaded or otherwise shielded from direct sunlight. Covering of the pipe which allows for temperature build-up is strictly prohibited. Pipe should be covered with an opaque material while permitting adequate air circulation above and around the pipe as required to prevent excess heat accumulation.

F.

Racks or dunnage to prevent damage to the bottom of the pipe during storage should support the pipe lengths. Supports should be spaced to prevent pipe bending and deformation. The pipe shall be stored in stacks no higher than that given in the following table: Pipe Diameter (inches) 8 or less 12 to 21 24 to 30 33 to 48 54 and larger

3.3

Max. No. of Rows Stacked 5 4 3 2 1

BUTT FUSION WELDING A.

GENERAL 1.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe will be handled in a safe and nondestructive manner before, during, and after the fusion process and in accordance with this specification and pipe supplier’s recommendations.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 2.

Fusible polyvinylchloride pipe will be fused by qualified fusion technicians, as documented by the pipe supplier. Training records for qualified fusion technicians shall be available to Owner’s Representative upon request.

3.

Each joint fusion shall be recorded and logged by an electronic monitoring device (data logger) affixed to the fusion machine. Joint data shall be submitted as part of the As-Recorded information, in accordance with this specification

4.

At each joint, the exterior of the pipe shall be de-burred so as to provide a smooth exterior pipe surface to facilitate insertion into host pipe.

5.

The fusible polyvinylchloride pipe will be installed in a manner so as not to exceed the recommended bending radius.

6.

Where fusible polyvinylchloride pipe is installed by pulling in tension, the recommended Safe Pulling Force, according to the pipe supplier, will not be exceeded.

7.

Only appropriately sized, and outfitted fusion machines that have been approved by the pipe supplier shall be used for the fusion process. Fusion machines must incorporate the following properties, including the following elements: a.

HEAT PLATE - Heat plates shall be in good condition with no deep gouges or scratches within the pipe circle being fused. Plates shall be clean and free of any contamination. Heater controls shall properly function, and cord and plug shall be in good condition. The appropriately sized heat plate shall be capable of maintaining a uniform and consistent heat profile and temperature for the size of pipe being fused, per the pipe supplier’s recommendations.

b.

CARRIAGE – Carriage shall travel smoothly with no binding at less than 50 psi. Jaws shall be in good condition with proper inserts for the pipe size being fused. Insert pins shall be installed with no interference to carriage travel.

c.

GENERAL MACHINE - Overview of machine body shall yield no obvious defects, missing parts, or potential safety issues during fusion.

d.

DATALOGGER - The current version of the pipe supplier’s recommended and compatible software shall be used. Protective case shall be utilized for the hand held wireless portion of the unit. Datalogger operations and maintenance manual shall be with the unit at all times. If fusing for extended periods of time, an independent 110V power source shall be available to extend battery life.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 8.

B.

a.

Pipe rollers shall be used for support of pipe to either side of the machine

b.

A weather protection canopy that allows full machine motion of the heat plate, fusion assembly and carriage shall be provided for fusion in inclement and /or windy weather.

c.

Fusion machine operations and maintenance manual shall be kept with the fusion machine at all times.

d.

Facing blades specifically polyvinylchloride pipe.

designed

for

cutting

fusible

JOINT RECORDING 1.

3.4

Other equipment specifically required for the fusion process shall include the following:

Each fusion joint shall be recorded and logged by an electronic monitoring device (data logger) connected to the fusion machine. The fusion data logging and joint report shall be generated by software developed specifically for the fusion of fusible polyvinylchloride pipe. The software shall include fusible polyvinylchloride pipe based dimensional data and fusible polyvinylchloride pipe based interfacial pressure relationships. Data not logged by the data logger shall be logged manually and be included in the Fusion Technician’s joint report.

SLIP-LINING WORK SEQUENCING A.

The Contractor shall conduct slip-lining work in the following sequence: 1.

Clean the host pipeline.

2.

TV inspection of the host pipeline.

3.

Proof the host pipeline, if necessary.

4.

Spot repairs as required on the host pipeline.

5.

Install the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe.

6.

Leak test and/or pressure test the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe.

7.

Final TV inspection of sliplined pipeline after grouting.

8.

Reconnect to host pipeline, and/or any and all laterals, services, fittings and appurtenances.

9.

Leak test connections.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 3.5

PIPE CLEANING A.

3.6

1.

Unless otherwise specified, mechanical cleaning shall be used to clean all corrodible metallic pipelines. Pipelines shall be cleaned with metallic tine scrubbers and followers per applicable jurisdictional standards and AWWA M28.

2.

All other interior pipe surfaces shall be cleaned per applicable jurisdictional standards and AWWA M28.

B.

Hazardous materials shall be removed and disposed of per all applicable regulations.

C.

All pipelines shall be cleaned with as many passes as necessary to create a uniform interior host pipe surface free of all loose material and sharp edges and any potentially deleterious areas of the host pipe are removed or secured in place, prior to the insertion of the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe.

VIDEO INSPECTION A.

B.

3.7

Host pipe shall be cleaned in accordance with all applicable standards and guidelines.

The host pipe shall be inspected by video camera after cleaning in accordance with these specifications. 1.

Video camera inspection after host pipe cleaning shall indicate condition of host pipe and suitability of host pipe for fusible polyvinylchloride pipe insertion.

2.

Obstructions removed prior to insertion.

The fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be video camera inspected after installation and grouting in accordance with these specifications. 1.

Video camera inspection after annular space grouting operation shall indicate whether the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe wall has been damaged or forced out of round through the grouting operation.

2.

The affected portion(s) of the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be replaced at no additional cost to the Owner.

PIPE PROOFING A.

Following the video camera inspection of the host pipe, the Owner’s Representative may require that the Contractor verify that the host pipeline is free of obstructions by pulling a 4-foot piece of fusible polyvinylchloride pipe through the existing pipeline. This shall be known as ‘Proofing the Line.’ Host pipe proofing shall be required whenever, at the discretion of the Owner’s

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE Representative, the video camera inspection indicates an over deflection or possible obstruction in the host pipe that may interfere with the insertion.

3.8

B.

The proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be assembled with at least one field made fusion joint. The proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall have the same diameter dimensions as the intended pipe for slip-lining and shall be fitted with a pulling head and cable on both ends.

C.

The winch used to pull the proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be equipped with a load gauge which measures the developed winching force. The maximum allowable pulling force on the proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be 50% of the safe pulling force for the material, as indicated by the pipe supplier. During proofing, the Contractor shall document all portions of the existing host pipe where the pulling force exceeds 25% of the maximum pull force allowed.

D.

Proofing shall be stopped if the winching load reaches the maximum allowed pull force as indicated in the previous subsection, and the proofing section needs to be removed by reversing the pull or by excavation. Where the outside surface of the proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe is damaged, the Contractor may be directed by the Owner’s Representative to prepare a new proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe. The host pipe shall be considered ready for slip-lining when, after proofing the host pipe, the proofing fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shows no evidence of cuts, kinks, gouges, or other damage.

E.

Where the host pipe is unacceptable for slip-lining, the video camera inspection shall be reviewed to determine the location(s) where spot repair(s) or additional cleaning is required. Spot repairs shall be authorized by the Owner’s Representative and performed in accordance with the drawings and these specifications.

FUSIBLE POLYVINYLCHLORIDE PIPE INSERTION AND INSTALLATION A.

B.

ACCESS 1.

Access work area shall be such that the minimum bending radius for the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe, per the pipe supplier is maintained.

2.

Access locations shall coincide with ends of host pipe supported along bridge deck.

3.

The fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be continuously supported on rollers during joining and insertion.

INSERTION POINT 1.

The point of insertion shall be at a joint in the existing host pipe, or other project driven location, which shall be protected by some means to prevent damage to the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe during insertion.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 2.

C.

D.

3.9

PULLING EQUIPMENT 1.

A winch-style pulling mechanism shall be used to pull the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe into place within the host pipe.

2.

The pulling mechanism shall be properly connected to the end of the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe via a pulling head approved by the pipe supplier.

3.

The pulling mechanism shall be equipped with a load gauge to read the developing force directly. The force shall be recorded regularly during pulling and at every start and restart. The maximum pulling tension on the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall not exceed the pipe supplier’s safe pulling force as submitted for this project.

FUSIBLE POLYVINYLCHLORIDE PIPE CARE 1.

The fusible polyvinylchloride pipe shall be handled with care to minimize the possibility of it being cut, kinked, gouged, or otherwise damaged. The use of cables or hooks will not be permitted.

2.

Sections of the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe damaged, cut, or gouged shall be repaired by cutting out the section of damaged pipe and rejoining.

FUSIBLE POLYVINYLCHLORIDE PIPE TESTING A.

Testing shall comply with all local and national building codes, statutes, standards, local jurisdiction, and applicable laws.

B.

HYDROSTATIC TESTING AND LEAKAGE TESTING FOR PRESSURE PIPING 1.

3.10

The Owner’s Representative may direct the Contractor to remove and replace fusible polyvinylchloride pipe where damage is evident from contact of the fusible polyvinylchloride pipe and the point of insertion.

Hydrostatic and leakage testing shall comply with WAS Section 15044 and AWWA C605.

PIPE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS A.

Pipe connections shall be installed per applicable standards and regulations, as well as per the connection manufacturer’s recommendations and as indicated on the Drawings. Pipe connections to structures shall be installed per applicable standards and regulations, as well as per the connection manufacturer’s recommendations.

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SECTION 15294 – FUSIBLE PVC PIPE 3.11

TRACER WIRE TESTING A.

Upon completion of the slip-lining, the Contractor shall demonstrate that the wire is continuous and unbroken through the entire run of the pipe. 1.

Demonstration shall include full signal conductivity (including splices) when energizing for the entire run in the presence of the Owner’s Representative.

2.

If the wire is broken, the Contractor shall repair or replace it. Pipeline installation will not be accepted until the wire passes a continuity test.

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