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Ori-Plast has vast experience in manufacturing uPVC pipes for multi-functional uses including plumbing, that led us to come out with another unique solution to an immediate commissioning of a pipeline post installation. The system is referred to as uPVC CAM-LOCK joints. The pipes that were developed with this joining system are as per ASTM D 1785 standard. Presently these pipes are available with regular Ori-Plast blue and white lead free materials.
Ori-Plast’s uPVC Cam-Lock pipes provide a restrained joint by utilizing precision machined grooves on both spigot and socket ends of a pipe. When the spigot end goes in to the socket end, the grooves align to allow a spline (a nylon rope) to be inserted through the annular hole resulting in a fully circumferential restrained joint that locks the pipes properly. There are two elastomeric sealing rings in the socket end of the pipe to provide hydraulic seal to the joint.
Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock uPVC pipes are an innovative piping solution that offers numerous advantages over traditional piping methods. Made from durable uPVC material, Ori-Plasts pipes are designed for fast, simple, and reliable installation that does not require solvent cement or specialized tools. The cam-lock joining system allows sections of pipe to be securely connected by hand in just seconds, without glue or welding. This makes Ori-Plasts pipes ideal for temporary above-ground applications or permanent underground installations.
One of the biggest benefits of Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock pipes is the speed and ease of installation compared to conventional piping systems. Traditional installations utilizing PVC, ductile iron, or steel pipes rely on gluing, welding, threading, or flanging connections – all of which add considerable time and complexity to the process. The need for specific solvents, primers, glues, torches, or power tools also means more equipment and supplies must be managed at the job site.
The Cam-Lock design of Ori-Plasts pipes eliminates these issues. The pipes feature pre-assembled gasketed cam-lock fittings on each end that connect with a simple twist-locking motion by hand. No solvent cement, thread tape, welding rods, or torches are required, and the locking mechanism provides an instant watertight seal that is ready for service immediately. This translates to faster run times and the ability to complete more installations in less time.
One person can also install Ori-Plasts pipes without assistance, as no heavy equipment or special coordination of trades is necessary. The lightweight nature and modular lengths of the pipes make them easy to manually transport and join. All that’s needed is the pipe and the manpower to handle it, taking the complexity out of the process. This simplicity also results in lower overall labor costs for projects.
Another key advantage of Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock pipes is the ability to pressurize and utilize the pipeline right after installation. Traditional PVC, ductile iron, and steel pipe installations require a curing time for glues, sealants, welds or threads to properly set before water or other media is introduced into the system. This cure time can range from several hours to a full day or longer, delaying the commissioning of the pipeline.
The tough cam-lock seals of Ori-Plasts pipes create an instantaneous leak-free joint that does not need additional curing time. The pipeline can be immediately charged and tested as soon as the last connection is made during the installation process. This allows systems to be put into full operation and use virtually upon completion, without downtime waiting for glue joints or welds to cure properly. Quick access to a functioning pipeline is critical for many applications, and Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock pipes deliver reliably in this regard.
Ori-Plasts pipes are engineered to withstand significantly higher pressures than many traditional piping solutions. Manufactured from durable uPVC with thick, reinforced walls, Ori-Plasts pipes in sizes from 20mm to 225mm are rated for continuous working pressures up to 16 bar. This high-pressure tolerance exceeds the capabilities of other thermoplastic pipes like standard PVC, and rivals performance of metallic piping without the higher installed cost.
The combination of tough uPVC material and the secure cam-lock joining system enables Ori-Plasts pipes to handle high water pressures, as well as the pulsing pressures and surges that can occur in many pipeline systems. This makes them suitable for an array of high-demand applications, from municipal water transmission lines, to industrial plant piping for air, chemicals, or wastewater. The pressures are contained safely within the pipe walls and joints.
Ori-Plasts pipes have been stringently tested to verify their pressure capacities under laboratory and real-world conditions. They are quality engineered to provide long service life at maximum pressures without leakage, rupture, or joint separation. By designing for robust pressure resistance, Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock pipes offer reliable piping solutions for even extreme operating environments.
Piping systems must be designed to accommodate various types of movement, including thermal expansion and contraction as pipeline temperatures fluctuate. If a piping network is too rigid, the stresses of expansion and contraction can lead to joint leakage and pipe damage over time. Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock uPVC pipes have the necessary flexibility to withstand this movement without compromising integrity.
The tough but elastic uPVC material has some give to handle extension and compression along the pipeline. The cam-lock joints also permit small amounts of angular deflection and axial movement while maintaining a leak-free seal. This flexibile accommodation of motion and stress makes Ori-Plasts pipes far less prone to joint failure and pipe issues compared to more rigid pipe materials and joining methods.
Thrust blocks, expansion joints, and other motion compensation techniques are generally not required during installation. The pipes compensate for movement intrinsically, absorbing stresses internally across joints and lengths. This allows for faster installation without the need to construct concrete thrust blocks or integrate specialty expansion fittings. The flexibility and articulation of Ori-Plasts pipes keep the system stable through pressure and temperature changes.
Another advantage of Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock pipes is the ability to modify, extend, or reconfigure pipeline systems with minimal work. Piping networks often need altered over time as processes change or operations expand. With glued, welded, or flanged piping, this usually requires cutting out fixed sections of pipe and replacing them entirely to add new branches, valves, reroutes, or lengths.
The cam-lock joining system of Ori-Plasts pipes allows modifications of the system with no permanent joints to break. Pipeline branches, valves, and other components can be added by simply disconnecting joints, inserting new pieces, and reconnecting. Entire sections can be removed and reused elsewhere by detaching the cam locking joints. This simplifies alterations, avoids waste, and requires far less labor than breaking and re-welding fixed metal joints or re-gluing rigid PVC sections.
The ease of disconnecting and rearranging Ori-Plasts pipes also enables the entire piping system to be dismantled and reinstalled at a new location if necessary. This facilitates temporary piping for applications like construction, where the pipeline may need reconfigured or relocated periodically as work progresses. The lightweight modular pipes as well as lack of fixed permanent bonds results in a convenient piping system that can adapt and move as application requirements change over time.
Proper pipe alignment is critical for smooth liquid flow and avoidance of air pockets or snags which reduce flow rate. Misaligned pipes cause turbulence and pressure drops. Traditional installations rely heavily on human skill in judging alignments and angles visually during the bonding process. Even minor misalignments can get permanently fixed in place once pipe joints are welded, threaded, or glued. This can negatively impact pipeline hydraulics.
The cam-lock design of Ori-Plasts pipes provides visual guidance to achieve proper axial alignment during installation. The lock segments must be fully engaged and evenly spaced to achieve a secure joint. This straight physical alignment ensures the longitudinal axis of the pipes match correctly without angular deflections. The Twist-Lock action also feels normal when pipes are properly aligned, with no binding or uneven tightening torque. Installed pipelines have minimal bends, deflections, or air pockets thanks to the straight joints.
In addition to proper axial alignment, having pipes match grade is critical for flow in pressurized applications. Grade mismatches lead to flow disturbances and pressure changes. Ori-Plasts joint design makes it simple to match pipe inverts and achieve consistent grade as the pipeline is assembled. The gasketed end segments provide a clear visual reference for installers to line up to previous pipe ends at the proper elevations. There is little room for human error in maintaining grade over long pipeline runs. Proper axial and vertical alignment during installation translates to efficiency, longevity, and trouble-free operation.
Ori-Plasts Cam-Lock uPVC pipes offer an ideal piping solution for numerous industrial, commercial, and municipal applications. Their fast “wrench-free” installation, ability to immediately pressurize, high pressure rating, flexibility, realignment simplicity, and visual joint alignment assistance provide unique advantages over traditional pipe joining methods. By utilizing tough leak-proof cam-lock connections instead of adhesives, sealants, or welding, Ori-Plasts pipes enable simpler, faster, and more reliable piping installations. Their innovative cam-lock design empowers faster completion of projects, lower labor costs, and hassle-free maintenance or modifications down the road. With excellent hydraulics, strength, and durability, Ori-Plasts pipes are built to deliver lasting performance across a wide variety of demanding piping challenges.