Will HDPE Pipe Float In Water?
Oil and gas companies and mining companies looking for cost-cutting measures may be considering high-density polyethylene ( HDPE ) pipes as a money-saving alternative to steel pipes. Reinforced thermoplastic pipes (RTP) offer the benefits of corrosion resistance and light weight, and are already in use in medium temperature and pressure applications. The Plastic Pipe Institute website explains some of the reasons why plastic pipes meet the requirements of the mining industry. Polyethylene (PE) pipes are rust-resistant, fracture-resistant and corrosion-free. PE pipe can withstand harsh chemical environments. PE pipe is abrasion resistant and well suited to the solid environment of mining applications. PE pipe is semi-rigid and can withstand high external loads. Its flexibility extends with pressure fluctuations, thus extending the life of the pipe. HDPE Dredge Pipes PE pipe installations offer long-term cost advantages due to its physical properties, leak-free joints and reduced mainten