Durapipe SuperFLO ABS Sockets Plain

Description

Durapipe SuperFLO – ABS Sockets Plain

What is SuperFLO ABS?

SuperFLO ABS combines numerous performance and economic benefits which make it the ideal solution when there is a requirement for a pipe system to transport low-temperature fluids at pressure. SuperFLO ABS is a copolymer of Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, blended, to give unrivalled properties and benefits over traditional pipework materials such as copper or steel. Acrylonitrile imparts chemical resistance ensuring the pipework does not corrode or scale. The Butadiene content endows the material with impact strength and toughness, particularly at low temperatures, while the Styrene content contributes to lustre, hence the extremely smoothbores, and also ensures the strength of the material

Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) (chemical formula (C8H8)x·​(C4H6)y·​(C3H3N)z) is a common thermoplastic polymer. Its glass transition temperature is approximately 200 °C (392 °F). ABS is amorphous and therefore has no true melting point

ABS is a terpolymer made by polymerizing styrene and acrylonitrile in the presence of polybutadiene. The proportions can vary from 15% to 35% acrylonitrile, 5% to 30% butadiene and 40% to 60% styrene. The result is a long chain of polybutadiene crisscrossed with shorter chains of poly(styrene-co-acrylonitrile). The nitrile groups from neighbouring chains, being polar, attract each other and bind the chains together, making ABS stronger than pure polystyrene. The acrylonitrile also contributes chemical resistance, fatigue resistance, hardness, and rigidity, while increasing the heat deflection temperature. The styrene gives the plastic a shiny, impervious surface, as well as hardness, rigidity, and improved processing ease. Polybutadiene, a rubbery substance, provides toughness and ductility at low temperatures, at the cost of heat resistance and rigidity. For the majority of applications, ABS can be used between −20 and 80 °C (−4 and 176 °F), as its mechanical properties vary with temperature. The properties are created by rubber toughening, where fine particles of elastomer are distributed throughout the rigid matrix

Corrosion and Limescale Resistant

Both limescale and corrosion can become problematic features of any metal-based pipework system. However, the smoothbore lining of SuperFLO ABS pipework prohibits any limescale buildup throughout the life of the system, maintaining consistent flow rates. Furthermore, SuperFLO ABS is extremely corrosion resistant even with a range of moderate chemicals which can mean fewer maintenance costs and no costly system replacement

Tough and Durable

The Butadiene element of SuperFLO ABS affords exceptional resistance to accidental damage, even at sub-zero temperatures. SuperFLO ABS is therefore extremely ductile and performs at temperatures as low as minus 40ºC

Superior Flow

Low fluid friction allows higher flow velocities than metal pipes and also inhibits the formation of scale, with consequent savings in pump energy consumption, and reduced pressure drops

Lightweight

Durapipe SuperFLO ABS is approximately one-sixth of the weight of steel pipework. Therefore, Durapipe SuperFLO ABS is much easier to handle, especially
during installation on-site.

Reduced Installation Costs

Due to the ease of jointing & installation, the lightweight nature of SuperFLO ABS and the fact that no special tools or hot works permits are required, pipework installation time is reduced considerably

About Durapipe:

Durapipe UK is a leading manufacturer of high performance, thermoplastic pipework systems. With 60 years of experience, our portfolio of products are widely used around the world for many different applications Whether it be pressure pipework for the conveyance of different media such as water, fuel or more aggressive fluids or specialist drainage pipework, the solution will be found within the Durapipe range. Durapipe products are sold and used in a variety of different applications around the World. Through an international distribution network, we have a substantial presence in all corners of the World. A number of individual market-leading brands are united within Durapipe UK these include Durapipe, Vulcathene, and Guardian, each of which are leading pipework brands within specific markets

Customer Service and Technical Support

Durapipe are committed to providing excellent customer service and our experienced team of Technical Support staff are on hand to offer technical assistance on any given project. Furthermore, a company chemist is available to advise on product suitability for when the process of conveyance of chemicals is required within a pipework system.

Quality and Training

Durapipe UK products are manufactured in an environment that complies with the requirements of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001. We offer a full training programme both in the development, specification and installation of thermoplastic pipework materials.