ALIAXIS UK
ST PETER'S ROAD
HUNTINGDON
CAMBRIDGESHIRE PE29 7DA
Tel: 01480 442600 (Option1)
Fax: 01480 458829
Suppliers of: Dual Containment Pipe Systems, Industrial Pipe Systems, Pipe Systems for Aggressive Substances, PVCc Pipes, Chilled and Cold Water Pipes, Pre-Insulated Pipe Systems, Acoustic Drainage Pipes, Sound Attenuated Drainage Systems
Aliaxis is a global leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced plastic performance piping systems. Leading innovation and supplying products across the gas, water, sewerage, construction and industrial sectors in over 60 countries.
We deliver a variety of plastic piping solutions for use in building, infrastructure and industrial applications across the globe. For each of these segments, we offer a comprehensive range of high-quality products, tailored to our customer’s needs. These include:
Building:
- Drainage: above and below ground, including surface drainage.
- Sanitary solutions: hot and cold-water systems, waste traps and outlets, shower and floor drainage, toilet fittings, etc.
- Rainwater management: gutter systems, fascia and soffits, siphonic roof drainage.
- Electrical and telecom ducts and conduits: complete wire and cable management systems.
Infrastructure:
- Water and gas: a comprehensive range of pipes, fittings, valves and connectors for water and gas reticulation.
- Rainwater management systems: heavy duty channel drains, infiltration and attenuation units, storm water management systems, rainwater systems for roads.
- Sewage: a wide range of sewer components.
Industrial:
- Thermoplastic piping systems, complemented by (actuated) valves.
- Fluid handling solutions for different media (water, fuel, chemicals, etc.).
The vast range of Aliaxis products are delivered through our group brands which include:
GPS Piping Systems - Specialising in polyethylene (PE) pipe systems, we help deliver gas and clean drinking water to thousands of homes and businesses across the UK and abroad. We are a UK manufacturer with a 100-year heritage and a global reach. Having pioneered PE pipe systems in the UK, we continue to lead innovation today, supplying products to many of the leading utility, engineering and construction companies.
Our product range includes:
- Excel (PE100) Pipes - Excel is a High Performance Polyethylene (HPPE) pipe for water and sewage duties. It is made from the tough PE100 polymer, which is a stronger, higher density material than PE80, demonstrating high resistance to rapid crack propagation (60°C to -30°C) as well as to long term stress cracking.
- PE80 Pipes - Our PE80 pipe is manufactured from MDPE rather than HDPE PE80. MDPE has a higher long term stress crack resistance than traditional HDPE PE80.
- Protecta-Line Barrier Pipe System - Protecta-Line is an award winning, fully integrated barrier pipe and fittings system. Its tough multi-layer construction ensures that any contaminants remaining in brownfield sites and former industrial land cannot permeate into the water supply.
- Excel 3C Coils - Excel 3C is a factory sealed Excel (PE100) pipe coil that is approved by the Secretary of State for installation without pre-chlorination. It can save up to seven days in installation time and vastly reduce the quantity of hypochlorite solution required.
- Frialen Electrofusion Fittings - FRIALEN electrofusion fittings are manufactured by our sister company Friatec and GPS PE Pipe Systems are their sole UK distributor. The unique design of FRIALEN electrofusion fittings incorporates exposed heating coils to provide consistent heat transfer during fusion and to achieve maximum bonding between the materials. FRIALEN fittings are lightweight, resistant to corrosion, have excellent chemical durability and exceptional fusibility.
- Pupped Fittings - Ease of pipe system installation by electrofusion and butt-fusion can be greatly assisted on-site with the use of pupped fittings. We make a wide range of Pupped Fittings featuring extended spigots in various sizes made from either Excel (PE100) Black/Blue or PE80 Yellow.
- Long Spigot Fittings - Long Spigot Fittings are suitable for electrofusion and on-site butt-fusion without any additional pupping needed (provided that machines with narrow clamps are used). Long Spigot fittings are available in SDR11 and SDR17/17.6, in sizes from 315mm to 630mm (dependent on fitting) and come in a wide range of shapes.
- Accessories - Backing rings and gaskets for leak-tight detachable flange joints.
For more information on the GPS range of products or to discuss your own specific requirements contact us on:
Tel: 01480 442600 (Option1)
Email: customerservice@aliaxis.com
Website: www.gpsuk.com
Durapipe UK - With over 60 years’ experience as a leading manufacturer of high performance, thermoplastic pipework systems. Our portfolio of products are widely used around the World for many different applications. Our products are manufactured in an ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 compliant environment and we offer full training programmes both in the development, specification and installation of thermoplastic pipework materials.
Whether you are looking for pressure pipework for the conveyance of media such as water, fuel or more aggressive fluids or specialist drainage pipework, the solution will be found within the Durapipe range:
Building Services
- Durapipe SuperFLO ABS - Durapipe SuperFLO ABS is a plastic piping system for chilled and cold water applications & other environmental control systems.
- Vulcathene - Vulcathene is a completely purpose-designed chemical drainage system that has been specified and installed in the laboratories of schools, universities, hospitals and research facilities
- Durapipe HTA - Durapipe HTA® is a complete C-PVC pipework system for domestic hot and cold water services, providing secure, quicker and easier installations. Durapipe HTA is a cost-effective alternative to copper.
- PLX - Durapipe PLX is a complete range of dedicated fusion-welded pipework systems for the safe transfer of fuels. Suitable for use with leaded, unleaded petroleum, including ethanol rich alternative fuels (E85), diesel, bio-diesel and fuel oils.
- Friaphon - A purpose-designed sound reducing drainage system complete with soundproof fittings, that offers outstanding sound insulation properties compared with traditional cast iron or lagged single wall plastic drainage systems.
Industrial Services
- Durapipe PVC-u - Our PVC-U pipe and fittings range provides excellent chemical resistance making it ideal for various industrial applications. Durapipe PVC-U allows the safe transportation of many acids, alkalis and chemical concentrates without fear of corrosion and environmental pollution.
- Guardian - Durapipe Guardian is a Dual Contained pipework system made from PVC-U material.
- Polypropylene - Durapipe Polypropylene is specially designed to convey the most hazardous of chemicals at elevated temperatures.
- Corzan - Durapipe Corzan is a C-PVC plastic pipework system for handling hot, corrosive fluids.
- Airline-Xtra - Durapipe Air-Line Xtra is the ideal solution for ensuring that air is kept clean and uncontaminated for use in process and manufacturing industries.
- Valves (FIP) - Our unrivalled portfolio of manual and actuated valve solutions, including ball, diaphragm, butterfly and 3-way valves are available in, PVC-U, ABS, Polypropylene and Corzan C-PVC to meet a diverse range of industrial applications.
- PLX - Durapipe PLX is a complete range of dedicated fusion-welded pipework systems for the safe transfer of fuels. Suitable for use with leaded, unleaded petroleum, including ethanol rich alternative fuels (E85), diesel, bio-diesel and fuel oils.
- Flow Monitoring (FLS) - All of the following Durapipe FLS products are based around either measuring the velocity of a liquid in a system by Insertion Technology or by using a visual Variable Area Flowmeter:
VISUAL FLOWMETERS
FLOWX3 - FLOW MONITORING EQUIPMENT
CHEMX3 - CHEMICAL MONITORING EQUIPMENT
- CHEM X3 - Chemical Monitoring
For more information on the range of Durapipe products contact us on:
Tel: 01543 471680
Email: enquiries@durapipe.co.uk
Website: www.durapipe.co.uk
Philmac - a global leader in the design and manufacture of specialist pipe fittings and valves, providing cost-effective solutions for the transfer, control and application of water. Part of the Aliaxis group, Philmac UK has been supplying a variety of connection solutions for the plumbing and utility sectors across the UK and Europe for 35 years. Our fittings and valves are all long-lasting, corrosion resistant and easy to install.
Our product range includes:
- 3G Metric / Imperial Compression Fittings - The Philmac 3G™ range of compression fittings doesn’t just represent the latest technology available; it is the next generation of pipe fitting. Our Slide & Tighten Technology means no pipe preparation is needed and no force is required to push the pipe past the seal, resulting in quicker and easier installations.
- Large Bore Metric Fittings - Philmac Metric is the second generation of Philmac compression fittings and is one of the fastest, easiest and most reliable connections for joining metric polyethylene pipe.
- Universal Transition Couplings - The UTC is a unique range of mechanical compression fittings that provide the ultimate in pipe connection flexibility. With the ability to connect virtually any combination of pipe material, including PE, PVC, ABS, copper, stainless steel, galvanised iron and lead, our UTC is the only solution for connecting dissimilar pipe materials.
- Valves - Valves play an integral part in the performance, management and control of water quality, flow and pressure within a pipe system.
- BSP Fittings - Philmac threaded fittings are manufactured from high performance, UV resistant polypropylene material that prevents moisture absorption and sustains product dimensions.
- Gas Fittings - Philmac’s range of Metric Compression Fittings for Gas are a fast and cost effective alternative to electro fusion on gas PE pipe connections, particularly in situations such as inclement weather and no access to electricity.
- Sundries - A range of accessories are available for the installation of PE pipe using 3G™Compression Fittings. These include pipe cutters, squeeze off tools, and pipe clips.
For more information on the Philmac range or to discuss your own specification requirements contact us on:
Tel: 0844 335 0016
Email: enquiries@philmac.co.uk
Website: www.philmac.co.uk
Further technical information is available in the BPi download library.
Aliaxis - PLX refuels Lowestoft Haven Marina
The Challenge
Lowestoft Haven Marina is a marina situated on the coast of East Anglia. In operation all year round, it is essential that the berthed boats have a reliable pipework system to feed the fuel dispensing units on the pontoon. Allerton Marine Services needed to source a new pipework system that was safe and longer lasting, as well as ensuring that no harmful emissions can escape into the environment.
The Solution
After careful research, the contractor decided to opt for a plastic pipework solution. Fuel permeation resistant, durable, lightweight and flexible, plastic pipework systems require significantly less energy to manufacture, transport and install than traditional pipework materials.
Richard Allerton, Director at Allerton Marine Services, said: “As Aliaxis are specialists in plastic pipework systems, we approached the company to see if they could offer us a solution for fuel transfer. With a 30-year design life, we were recommended the Close-Fit system from the PLX range, which provides a secure environment for the conveyance of marine fuels. It is corrosion and permeation resistant, as well as maintenance free, and as the pipe is secondary contained, it provides security against accidental fuel leaks and losses. As this ticked all of the boxes, we knew that it was the ideal solution for the marina.
“Prior to installation, we were invited to the factory to complete installation training, where our installers spent the day with the Aliaxis team and were shown how to correctly install the pipework system and fittings using the appropriate tools.”
The PLX Close-Fit Pipe System in size 50#63mm was installed at Lowestoft Haven Marina, which runs from the 10,000ltr tank on the marina down to the fuel dispensing unit on the floating pontoon. The pipe was run through 14m of 3” NB galvanised pipe across the boat lifting dock for extra protection and then dropped down onto the floating pontoon and placed into the service duct for a 50m run. The pipe then terminates at the containment tray underneath the fuel dispenser. Thanks to the installation of secondary containment fittings, this allows interstitial monitoring and leak detection of the complete system.
Richard continued: “There are lots of key features and benefits of the PLX system. We are really pleased with the secondary containment pipework and the fact it enables us to monitor the system and detect a leak is extremely beneficial. The transition from steel to plastic was certainly the right choice and I am sure this will also be proven in the years to come. The Aliaxis team were a great support throughout the project and we can’t fault their services.”
The smooth bore of the PLX plastic pipe ensures less friction build-up and guarantees a consistent flow rate is maintained throughout the life of the system. With optimum flow levels maintained, minimal maintenance and repair work is required to ensure the system operates efficiently.
Aliaxia - We've launched our new PROFIBUS® Actuated Valves
Demonstrating our continued commitment to product development, we're excited to introduce our new PROFIBUS Actuated Valves range, as part of our portfolio of solutions for the industrial and waste water treatment markets.
Designed for use with our SuperFlo ABS, FIP PVC, Durapipe Polypropylene and Corzan CPVC industrial pipework systems, our intelligent PROFIBUS Actuated Valves provide users with greater control and enhanced visibility of the wider system's performance.
Paired with a central programme logic controller (PLC), PROFIBUS allows for up to 250 valves to be controlled via the leading network. This will enable users to operate a network of valves remotely, either individually or in unison, to create patterns and commands for valve operation. The PROFIBUS valve can also feedback to the central PLC on various operating parameters.
Supplied pre-wired and pre-programmed, ready for PLC connectivity, PROFIBUS Actuated Valves provide an 'out of the box', plug-and-play solution. In addition, customers can opt to have the PROFIBUS Network Module retrofitted onto any existing electrically actuated valves with the support of our valves team, making the technology highly adaptable and cost-effective.
Our PROFIBUS Actuated Valves are available on three actuated valve types - VKD Ball Valve (all sizes), TKD 3-way Ball Valve (all sizes) and the FK Butterfly Valve (up to 4"/110mm) – and is compatible with a variety of PLC systems that operate using a PROFIBUS protocol, including both DP V0 and V1. The actuated valves can also connect to Modbus and Fieldbus software, in addition to PROFIBUS.
Speaking about the launch, Rich Pedley, Product Manager at Aliaxis, said: "Within the industry, there has been a growing demand for the level of connectivity made possible by the PROFIBUS network, especially within industrial automation and control applications. As a result, the launch of our PROFIBUS Actuated Valves is a really exciting step forward and we're thrilled to now be able to provide our customers with access to this technology.
"The connectivity enabled by our actuated valves will be a great solution for the waste water treatment market but we also see such automation providing equal value to the food and beverage sectors, opening up the potential for our products to connect to new and existing PROFIBUS networks."
The PROFIBUS network can also provide invaluable data and feedback on valve performance, such as temperature, fault analysis, valve positioning and cycle counts, all helping to better inform maintenance schedules and repairs.
To learn more, please visit: www.aliaxis.co.uk/actuated-valves or contact our valve team at: valvesuk@aliaxis.com.
