Pipe Bursting
Pipe rehabilitation by bursting and replacement. Diameters from 3" to 60" in lengths of 80m to 100m.
What is Pipe Bursting?
Pipe Bursting is a pipe rehabilitation technique that allows the replacement of existing pipes without excavation. The replacement machine installs the rods inside the pipe to be replaced, for both water supply and sewer systems.
A cutting blade is connected horizontally using a larger diameter expander. The old pipe is burst and compacted along the replacement in the ground, while the new polyethylene pipe of the same or larger diameter is installed.
Pipe Bursting Process
Rod Installation
The replacement machine installs the rods inside the existing pipe from the entry pit to the exit pit.
Blade Connection
A cutting blade is connected horizontally with a larger diameter expander from the exit pit.
Bursting and Compaction
The old pipe is burst and compacted along the replacement into the surrounding ground.
New Pipe Installation
The new polyethylene pipe is installed simultaneously while the rod train is collected.
Replaceable Materials
Cast Iron
Old deteriorated cast iron pipes
Concrete
Cracked or damaged concrete pipes
Asbestos
Safe replacement of asbestos pipes
Damaged PVC
Old PVC with structural damage
Fracturable Materials
Any material that can be fractured
Water Supply and Sewers
Applicable to both system types
Demo Videos
Pipe Bursting - Replacement Process
Demonstration of the pipe bursting and replacement process
Pipe Installation with Pipe Bursting
Existing pipe renovation technique
Pipe Bursting Advantages
No Excavation
Complete replacement without the need to open trenches on the surface.
Fast Execution
Faster process than traditional excavation and replacement.
Less Disruption
Does not interrupt traffic or surface activities.
Diameter Increase
Possibility to install larger diameter pipe.
Durable Material
New high-resistance polyethylene pipe.
Versatility
Applicable to various fracturable materials.