Geberit HDPE Installation Guide

Geberit Drainage Systems
Introduction
Introduction
Geberit HDPE is the total solution for all types of drainage including above ground, below ground and chemical waste. It provides the appropriate solution for every requirement whether it is conventionally installed or prefabricated. Geberit Silent-db20 gives all the benefits of HDPE with increased levels of sound proofing which is achieved by its patented high density material. The ribbed fittings and acoustic brackets further improve sound dampening near impact zones. Geberits prefabrication service means that complete pipe assemblies can be fabricated and then transported to site for final installation. Shortage of labour is just one reason for the growth of the prefabrication within construction. Moving significant elements from site to factory provides improvements in quality, cost and time predictability and HDPEs lightweight properties are ideal for transportation. With unrivalled expertise in HDPE fabrication systems, our service helps specifiers and contractors overcome problems, both at the design stage and on-site. This guide has been designed to assist you and provide technical support for all your HDPE and Silent-db20 installation needs. All aspects are laid out in the HDPE section from jointing methods through to manhole connections. Silent-db20 has specific requirements that should be considered when planning and installing. These are laid out in section 6 which should be read in conjunction with the HDPE installation sections 2 and 3. The final part of the guide (section 9) describes the characteristics and chemical resistance that apply to both HDPE and Silent-db20. We hoped to have included all your needs but should you need further assistance please contact our Technical Services department on 0800 077 8365. BBA British Board of Agrment Geberit HDPE pipes and fittings have been certified by many Eurpoean authorities and in 1976 also received BBA certification. The British Board of Agrment, in consultation with the secretary of state, reissued the BBA certificate 92/2796 in1992. European Quality Certificate IS0 9001.2000. For its manufacturing plants in Europe Geberit has received the highest quality system available, issued by the Swiss EQ-Net member SQS for compliance with the ISO 9000/EN 29000 series. EQ-Net members are in all countries throughout Europe, including BSI QA United Kingdom. Standards and Approvals
DIN Standards Geberit conforms to: EN1519: Plastics piping systems for solid waste and discharge (low and high temperature) within the building structure. Polyethylene (PE) DIN 19535-10: High density polyethylene (PE-HD) pipes and fittings for hot-water resistant waste and soil discharge systems (HT) inside buildings-Part 10: Fire behaviour, quality control and installation recommendations DIN 19537: Pipes and fittings of high-density PE for drainage systems and sewerage.
Contents
Drainage Systems Installation Guide
1 1.1 1.2 1.3
Geberit HDPE system - general information Geberit HDPE overview Features and benefits of Geberit HDPE Pipe specification
4 4 5 8
2 Jointing methods 2.1 Butt welding
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 20
2.1.1 Butt welding by hand 2.1.2 Butt welding by machine 2.2 Electrofusion coupling
2.2.1 Electrofusion coupling (for pipes 40 to 160mm) 2.2.2 Electrofusion coupling (for pipes 200 to 315mm) 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 Ring-seal sockets Expansion socket Flanged joint Screw-threaded joints Screw-threaded joint with flange bushing Joining Geberit HDPE to other materials using adapters
3 System installation 3.1 Spacing for bracketry
25 25 25 26 26 30 31 33 34 35
3.1.1 Guide brackets 3.2 Managing thermal movement - above ground systems
3.2.1 Controlled expansion 3.2.2 Deflection leg - guidance on use 3.2.3 Rigid fixing 3.2.4 Suspended rail system 3.3 3.4 Waterproofing Fire protection
4 Alternate stack ventilation system 4.1 Geberit Sovent overview
36 36 36 39 39 40 41 42
4.1.1 Geberit Sovent planning 4.1.2 Geberit Sovent sizing of stacks 4.1.3 Geberit Sovent installation 4.2 Geberit air admittance valve overview
4.2.1 Geberit air admittance valve planning 4.2.2 Geberit air admittance valve installation
Contents
Drainage Systems Installation Guide
5 Buried drain systems 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 Overview Trench details Managing thermal movement - buried drain applications Rigid installation - embedded in concrete Pipes penetrating through building walls Connection to manhole
43 43 44 45 46 47 48
6 Geberit Silent-db20 systems - general information 6.1 6.2 6.3 6.4 6.5 Geberit Silent-db20 overview Features and benefits of Geberit Silent-db20 Pipe specification Best practice for acoustics Additional acoustic products
49 49 50 52 53 54
7 Jointing methods for Geberit Silent-db20 7.1 Expansion fittings for Geberit Silent-db20
56 56
8 Bracketry for Silent-db20
58
9 Characteristics and chemical resistance 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 Environmental benefits of Geberit HDPE Framework of the life cycle assessment Result of the life cycle assessment Chemical resistance - The significance of pH values
59 59 59 60 61
10 Storage of HDPE and Silent db-20
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Introduction
1.1
Geberit HDPE overview

Geberit HDPE provides specifiers and installers with complete flexibility above and below ground. The properties of HDPE mean that pipes and fittings are resistant to fracturing, abrasion, impact and extremes of temperature. Combined with the flexibility of several jointing methods and the option of off-site prefabrication, Geberit HDPE offers substantial material and labour savings.
Geberit HDPE represents state of the art in drainage systems and is a real alternative to more traditional material installations. It combines flexibility, durability and reliability complemented by environmental properties that put other pipe systems to shame. Geberit HDPE is the total solution for all types of drainage including above ground, below ground (within building footprint) and chemical waste. The system is manufactured from High Density Polyethylene, a material with inherent properties that provide many advantages over other traditional piping systems. This has made HDPE the material of choice across Europe.

Introduction
1.2
Features and benefits of Geberit HDPE

Geberit High Density Polyethylene (HDPE): Density 951 - 955 kg/m3 The density of polyethylene varies between 910 - 960 kg/m3. Geberit HDPE, up to 955 kg/m3, is of the highest quality and has excellent durability. HDPE is light weight, which is beneficial particularly with regards to handling, transportation and installation.
Tempered 10mm per metre (licence Geberit International AG) The safest way of avoiding the inevitable reversion (shortening of the dimensions) after heat load in the plastic pipe, is to take preventative measures during manufacture. Geberit HDPE pipes are therefore stored in hot water baths after manufacture. This process increases the safety of the joints, as there is no chance of joints pulling apart later due to shortening of length. Resistance to cold When Geberit HDPE parts are filled with water and then freeze, they stretch elastically as the ice expands. Once the ice melts they resume their original shape, remaining completely intact and undamaged.
Flexibility The flexibility of Geberit HDPE makes it ideal for certain buildings or on bridges, especially when pipes have to pass through expansion joints or are in buildings that are subject to traffic vibrations.
Melt-flow index 0.4 - 0.5g/10min This describes the working properties of the pipe and at the same time gives information on the molecular weight, which is crucial for a number of raw material properties. The smaller the melt-flow index, the higher the molecular weight and thus the pipes resistance to stress corrosion.
Thermal conductivity 0.43 W/m.K Geberit HDPE is a poor conductor of heat. For this reason the pipe does not become completely warmed through when heat loaded for a short period. Heat loss is about 90% less, for instance, than a similar copper pipe.
Resistance to radioactive effluents There is no risk of damage as a result of slightly radioactive water. However, please ask our Technical department for more information relevant to the particular application.
Resistance to abrasion Drainage systems are increasingly becoming hidden refuse chutes. A pipes resistance to abrasion is a particularly important factor in branch pipes, soil stacks and ground pipes. Geberit HDPE is highly resistant to abrasion and its extra thick walls offer additional protection.

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Thermal expansion 0.17mm/m.K Heat expansion of Geberit HDPE is relatively high. As a rule of thumb, for every 50C increase in temperature, an expansion of 10mm per linear metre of pipe can be anticipated.
Resistance to hot water Geberit HDPE can be safely used as a waste pipe with continuous flow temperatures of up to 80C and for intermittent discharges of up to 100C for short periods (maximum 1 minute flow for a maximum of 400 times per year).
Resistance to impact Geberit HDPE is unbreakable at room temperature. Its resistance to impact is very high even at extremely low temperatures (down to approximately -40C) and thus meets the requirements for externally installed pipes.
Condensation Geberit HDPE is a poor conductor of heat. No condensation should form during short periods of undercooling. For areas with longer periods of cooling in high humidity conditions, insulation may be required so please seek advice.
Behaviour in fire Geberit HDPE is a flammable material in open combustion. It has however been installed throughout Europe for over 40 years and, when installed in accordance with local regulations, presents no greater risk of fire propagation than similar plastic based systems. Use with Geberit fire collars is recommended and these should be installed in strict accordance with the instructions provided.
Joint integrity Many years of experience with welding Geberit HDPE pipes have shown that butt welds do not give any problems as the welding parts are circular on the inside and do not add to the normal risk of blocking.
Chemical resistance Because of its paraffinic structure, Geberit HPDE is highly resistant to chemicals. Its resistance can be summarised briefly as follows: Geberit HDPE is insoluble in all inorganic and organic solutions at 20C. Geberit HDPE is only soluble in aliphatic and aromatic carbons and their chlorinating products at over 90C. The material will be attacked by heavily oxidised media (conc. HN03, conc. H2 SO4) when exposed over long periods at room temperature. See chemical resistance charts on pages 60-68 for more information.

Introduction
Not electrically conductive Plastics have an excellent reputation as insulators in the electrical industry, e.g. HDPE cable protection ducts, cast resins, insulating paint etc.
Sealing material Although the chemical resistance of the seal does not equal that of Geberit HDPE, there is no risk of the seal being destroyed because the rubber ring is installed under compression on all sides and therefore cannot swell. In addition, the wetting factor of the rubber ring in the joint is very low. Many years of experience has shown that the sealing material can endure even the harshest conditions. NB: Such conditions do not occur in drainage pipes. Solar radiation Geberit HDPE pipes are protected against ageing and embrittlement caused by UV rays by the addition of approximately 2% carbon.
Protection against blockages Geberit HDPEs water-repelling properties are highly beneficial in this regard. Rapid outflow of water Prevention of deposits
Welding temperature Thermoplasts are processed with a high level of energy efficiency. The temperatures required are relatively low in comparison with metals. The welding temperature for Geberit HDPE is approximately 230C. Simple tools allow for easy processing.
Non-toxic Plastics are well suited for use in the food industry as packaging materials, containers, bottles etc. Geberit HDPE pipes are used for milk transportation lines in mountain areas and in the food canning and packaging industry.
Work pressures Geberit HDPE pipes are designed for drainage systems. Their use in low pressure areas (swimming pools, transportation lines etc) is subject to a maximum internal pressure load of 15m Water Column (1.5bar) and a temperature of 30C (10 years).
Painting Geberit HDPE is not suitable for painting. Its water repellent properties and the flexibility of the material both have a negative impact on paint. If painting is unavoidable, the paint product to be used should be tested for compatibility with Geberit HDPE.

Introduction
1.3
Pipe specification
The table below identifies the sizes of Geberit HDPE pipe available and their equivalent in PVC-U / MuPVC (BSEN1329 / BSEN1401).
d di A cm2 s
5m
HDPE pipes Nominal O/D d (mm) 40 50 56 63 75 90 110 125 160 200 250 315 Wall thickness s (mm) 3 3 3 3 3 3.5 4.3 4.9 6.2 7.7 9.7 12.2 Inside dia. di (mm) 34 44 50 57 69 83 101.4 115.2 147.6 184.6 230.6 290.6 A (cm ) 9 15.2 19.6 25.4 37.3 54.1 80.7 104.5 171.1 268.4 418.2 663.8
2
Area
Weight empty kg/m 0.331 0.420 0.471 0.536 0.644 0.903 1.350 1.750 2.840 4.442 6.993 11.083
Weight full kg/m 1.239 1.940 2.434 3.087 4.383 6.313 9.424 12.171 19.947 31.158 48.683 77.289
Series (ISO) S 6.3 8 10 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 PN Number 8.1 6.4 5.7 5 4.1 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Article No. 360.000.16.0 361.000.16.0 363.000.16.0 364.000.16.0 365.000.16.0 366.000.16.0 367.000.16.0 368.000.16.0 369.000.16.0 370.050.16.0 371.050.16.0 372.050.16.0
Thinner wall HDPE pipes Only use for above ground drainage and low (less than 450m bar negative pressure) siphonic rainwater applications Nominal O/D d (mm) 200 250 315 Wall thickness s (mm) 6.2 7.8 9.8 Inside dia. di (mm) 187.6 234.4 295.4 A (cm ) 276.4 431.5 685.3
2
Area
Weight empty kg/m 3.580 5.630 8.920
Weight full kg/m 31.216 48.774 77.442
Series (ISO) S 16 16 16 PN Number 3.2 3.2 3.2 Article No. 370.000.16.0 371.000.16.0 372.000.16.0
Standard length of Geberit HDPE pipes is 5 metres (5000mm). ISO = International Standard Organisation. + = Not compatible on O/D. ++ = O/D compatible 56mm HDPE - 2 PVC. 110 and 160mm equal PVC - HDPE.

Jointing methods
Jointing methods
The many Geberit jointing methods offer solutions for all situations and each type of connection has different properties that are classified according to the way in which they are assembled: a To be opened Jointing methods which can be disconnected after assembly. b Not to be opened Jointing methods which can not be disconnected after assembly. c Tension-resistant Connections that can withstand tensional forces. d Non-tension-resistant Connections that can not withstand tensional forces.
Within an ever more competitive culture, installers and specifiers are continually striving to reduce costs, labour and materials used in the construction process. Flexibility of any construction system is paramount in the reduction of many cost factors, allowing a more open view to design and installation. Geberit HDPE drainage provides installers and specifiers with a wholly more flexible, multi-application drainage solution. The system incorporates several jointing methods that present many advantages over other piping systems. It allows the installer to choose a preferred or appropriate jointing method as well as aiding pre-fabrication of the drainage system off-site. Jointing methods are fast and easy - installers can become proficient in installation after training provided on-site or at Geberits Training Academy.
Butt weld
Electroweld sleeve coupling
Ring-seal socket
Screwthreaded joint
Linear expansion socket
Flange joint
Contraction sleeve
Jointing methods Situation
Tension resistant Not to be opened Tension resistant To be opened Non-tension resistant Not to be opened Non-tension resistant To be opened
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Jointing methods
2.1
Butt welding
Preperation for butt welding Pipe must be cut square using pipe cutters or a hand mitre saw as shown in the diagrams below. Pipe Cutter
40 160mm
All diameters from 40 to 315mm can be butt welded. Connection properties a b c d Permanent leak free jointing. Rigid, non-removable. Tension-resistant. A simple reliable connection.
200 315mm
Application Butt welding is the easiest jointing method, providing the many advantageous benefits of prefabrication; HDPE needs no other component in order to be butt welded. It can be used in all circumstances where prefabrication is used on site or in the workshop. The essential conditions for a perfect weld are: Cleanliness of the welding plate and the parts that are to be welded. A correct welding plate temperature with the green light showing. The correct pressure for jointing the parts. The parts to be welded must be cut square < ) 90. The pipes are round and ends match. On larger diameter pipes the use of centering rings may be required to reform pipes to true circles.
Hand Mitre Saw
Butt welding takes up little space. The edge of the weld does not obstruct the pipe, leaving its internal crosssection virtually unchanged. Even quite complicated distribution parts can be assembled in a small space, without wastage of material, because lengths of pipe or elbow sections can be easily reused through butt welding. Allowance for butt welds The allowance for butt welds is approximately as big as the wall thickness of the pipe. PD (mm) 40-75 90 110 125 160 200 250 315 BW (mm) 3 4 5 5 7 7 8 10
The cutting surface must stay clean, therefore do not touch the cutting surface with your hands.
Depending on the diameter of the pipe, Geberit HDPE can be butt welded either by hand or machine.
PD = Pipe Diameter BW = Butt Welds
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2.1.1
Butt welding by hand

(for pipes 40 to 75mm)
A Geberit welding plate KSS-160 or KSS-200, must be used.
Indicative values for welding and warming up times.
Check temperature of the welding plate. Do not start with the welding procedure
5
Welding time in minutes
before the green light is on.
4 3 Welding time 2 Warming-up time 1 0
Only press the pipe sections at the beginning against the welding plate. Then hold without pressure. Watch melting process carefully.
10
12
14
Pipe wall thickness in mm
Visually check the welding joint
3
Correct
When melted bulge is about as big as half of the wall thickness, take off both pipe sections simultaneously and
Indicative values for Incorrect: Out of axial alignment welding pressure 40 50 56 Incorrect: Too much pressure at the start of the welding procedure 63 75 kg 6 7 8 9 10
quickly press them carefully together. Increase welding pressure until you attain necessary pressure (as shown in the table to the left).
Maintain the maximum pressure until the welding seam has cooled (approximately 30 seconds). Do not accelerate the cooling down by contact with cold objects or water.
Incorrect: Uneven welding heat.
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2.1.2
Butt welding by machine

A Geberit Media or Universal welding machine must be used.
1
Media 40 to 160mm
Place pipe parts in the tension plates and fix them in a line.
Press pipe parts lightly against the planing disc and cut the ends until they are completely clean and plane. Check the cut faces by bringing them together.
Universal 40 to 200mm
Melt pipe ends with welding plate (green light on) until the melted bulge is about as big as half of the wall thickness, depending on the
Indicative values for welding pressure 40 50 56 63 75 90 kg 6 7 8 9 10 15 110 125 160 200 250 315 kg 22
size of the pipe.
4
28 45 57 90 140
Carefully press together both parts with necessary welding pressure (see table to the left). Do not release the locking handle before the cooling is complete (approximately 40 seconds).
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2.2
Electrofusion coupling
Preparation for electrofusion Cut the pipe square.
Available from 40 to 315mm. Connection properties a c Simple, reliable joint. Tension-resistant. Dry, clean and scrape welding ends. Scraping or abrading of the pipe surface in the area to be fused is necessary to remove oxide layer and ensure an effective weld.
b Rigid, non-removable.
Application On-site welding, slip coupling for adding fittings or repairing sections. The heat required to make the joint comes from flowing a constant electrical current through the embedded heater wires within the fitting. The pressure required to make the joint is obtained from the shrinking of the fitting under welding conditions. The shrinking does not alter the internal bore of the joint because the ends and the centre of the fitting are deliberately kept cold during the welding process. The joint obtained is simple, quick and strong once made. The heater wires remain encased in the HDPE so there is no chance of corrosion. The use of original Geberit equipment and fittings is essential to ensure a good weld is made.
3.5 cm
Remove burr. Welding ends must remain dry during the whole welding process. Mark 30mm insertion depth of the electrofusion coupling on the pipe with a grease pencil.
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2.2.1
A Geberit Electrofusion machine ESG 40/200 (240v or 115v) must be used.
1
Geberit Electrofusion machine ESG 40/200
Insert pipe or fitting ends into the sleeve coupling up to insertion depth mark.
3 cm 3 cm
Connect electrofusion machine, start
Electrofusion sleeve coupling
welding procedure. Welding time approximately 70 90 seconds.
Correct
3
Incorrect
After the end indicator has turned on, remove the connection cable. The protruding yellow indicator shows whether the welding process was performed correctly.

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If required for sake of appearance, the electrical connector socket on electrofusion sleeves (diameters 40 to 160mm) can be removed after the end of installation work.

Jointing methods
2.2.2
A Geberit starter switch ESG T2 must be used.
Dry, clean, scrape or abrade welding ends to full insertion depth. Remove burr. Welding ends must remain dry during the whole welding process.
Geberit starter switch ESG-T2 230 V/50 Hz
Mark insertion length 75mm with a grease pencil.
Mount centering rings to ensure proper welding.
Note: The same coupling cannot be welded twice since the built-in thermo fuses shut off automatically after the necessary welding temperature has been reached.
Insert pipe or fitting ends into the electrofusion coupling to full insertion depth mark. Connect start switch cable. Press start button briefly. Working temperature: -10C - +40C. Welding time: approximately 5 to 7 minutes at 20C. Check indicator window on coupling has changed from white to black Wait for at least 15 minutes after weld has been completed before removing the centering rings. Do not remove the plastic sheet insulation until the coupling has completely cooled down.
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2.2.3
Conversion to a slip coupling
2.3
Ring-seal sockets
To turn the coupling into a slip coupler, the central ring can be removed as shown below.
Available from 40 to 160mm. Connection properties a c Non-rigid, removable. Simple push-fit connection.
b Non-tension-resistant.
Application Ring-seal socket joints can be used to provide a connection between various prefabricated parts for ease of assembly.
Protection cap
Assembly May be used either vertically or horizontally. The small overall dimensions provide an advantage where space is limited. Can easily be assembled or released even where access is difficult. Ring-seal sockets are provided with a yellow protection cap to prevent the ingress of debris during installation.
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Assembly instructions are the same for both ring-seal sockets and screw-threaded joints the sleeve lengths are the same for corresponding diameters. The effective sleeve length, i.e. the measurement X from the O-ring to the base of the socket, governs the maximum length of the pipe that can be connected by individual joints. Insertion depth should be marked on the pipe with a grease pencil prior to installation. All pipes must be chamfered prior to insertion and seal(s) lubricated. For HDPE, approximately 15mm of spigot should be allowed for every 1m of pipe. The pipe must be fully inserted into the socket, because the socket does not act as an expander. Owing to the pipe thickness and the low thermal conductivity of HDPE, the socket seal has a very satisfactory resistance to heat and no shrinkage of the O-ring occurs. The O-ring has a round seat regardless of pipe movement. The O-ring remains fixed in the seat and is always in contact with the pipe.
2.4
Expansion socket
Available in 40 to 315mm. Connection properties a c Non-rigid, demountable joint. Simple push-fit connection.
Application An expansion socket is recommended between anchor brackets, particularly on installations assembled with rigid joints and where excessive thermal movement is anticipated. At least one expansion joint must be provided on vertical stacks running from floor to floor, long horizontal pipe runs and before connecting to the buried drain pipework, (please see section 3.2.1). Different conditions apply for underground installations. Please see section 5.3 for more information.
x Length x varies with the diameter.
Ideal fitting is obtained by chamfering the pipe end to approximately 15, lubricating it with soluble lubricant, silicone or Vaseline. Do not use mineral oil or grease as it can damage the rubber seal.
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Flanged joint
Available from 50 to 315mm. Connection properties a c Rigid, mechanical joint. Demountable.
b Tension-resistant.
Application Flanges are normally used as demountable joints for low pressure installations (industrial plant, pump connection, tanks and swimming pools). The flange connection system offers easy connection to existing iron and steel installations. As inspection access opening made by using a blind flange. Flanges are sintered, i.e. they are coated with polyethylene, and have standard dimensions (PN 10 and 16). For diameters 50 to 160mm, the flange adaptor can be buttwelded or electrowelded to pipe. For 200-315mm the flange adaptor has to be buttwelded to the pipe.
Seal Flange adapter Loose flange, PE coated Bolts
Flange adapter
Loose flange
Nuts
Loose flange Nut and Bolt Seal
Flange adapter Blind flange
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Screw-threaded joints
2.7
Screw-threaded joint with flange bushing
Available from 40 to 110mm. Connection properties a c Available from 40 to 110mm. Connection properties a c Non-rigid, mechanical joint. Demountable. Non-rigid, mechanical joint. Demountable.
Application Wherever there is the possibility that a pipe can be pulled out of a screw-threaded joint by axial tensile forces, a flange bushing must be used to ensure that the connection will resist these forces. It is also recommended that a screw-threaded joint with flange bushing should be used when installing in floors or slabs, where the length of pipe between two connections (elbows, branches or sleeves) is longer than 2 metres.
Application Screw-threaded joints are used for assembly of various prefabricated parts when it is necessary to easily dismantle a system. This type of joint is also used for connection to pipe spigots in other materials. Standard version to be buttwelded onto HDPE pipe end and extended version (available in certain diameters) can be electrowelded or buttwelded onto pipe end.
Flange bushing Nut Seal Thread
Nut Screw-threaded joint Washer
2 3
Seal
The seal is pressed against the flange bushing and the thread. 4
Thread
Complete screw-threaded joint.
The seal is pressed against the thread. A minimum surface area of the seal is in contact with the water.
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2.8
Jointing Geberit HDPE to other materials using adapters
Female iron BSP connector Provides female iron connection to male iron BSP threaded fittings. Body made from HDPE with a metal reinforcing ring for butt welding onto standard Geberit HDPE pipes and fittings. HDPE adapter with female thread
Rp H
Trap nut adapter Reduces 1 1/2 BSP nut to 1 1/4 BSP size for connecting to 1 1/4 BSP male iron waste outlets etc. 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 BSP adapter
Article no. Article no. 242.692.11.1 G 1 1/2 x 1 1/4 360.719.16.1 360.720.16.1 360.721.16.1 361.719.16.1 Loose nut connector Provides female BSP loose nut connection to male iron BSP threaded fittings. Body made from HDPE for butt welding onto standard Geberit pipes and fittings. HDPE adapter with nut and seal 361.720.16.1 361.721.16.1 361.722.16.1 361.723.16.1 363.724.16.1 364.724.16.1 365.725.16.1
d mm 40 40 40 50 50 50 50 50 56 63 75
Rp 1/2 3/4 1 1/2 3/4 1 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 2 1/2
G H
Male iron BSP connector
d
Article no. 152.175.16.1 152.176.16.1 152.177.16.1 152.179.16.1 152.180.16.1 152.181.16.1 152.184.16.1 d mm 40 40 40 50 50 50 32 G 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 1 1/4
Provides male iron connection to female iron threaded BSP fittings. Body made from HDPE with a metal reinforcing ring for butt welding onto standard Geberit HDPE pipes and fittings. HDPE adapter with male thread
R d
Article no. 361.726.16.1 361.727.16.1 363.728.16.1 364.728.16.1 365.729.16.1
d mm 50 50 56 63 75
R 1 1/4 1 1/2 2 2 2 1/2
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Male iron BSP connector with compression joint to HDPE Provides male iron connection to female iron threaded BSP fittings. Body made from brass with HDPE loose nut and EPDM seal for mechanical jointing to HDPE and screw thread jointing to other materials. Adapter in brass with male thread and HDPE nut
d h R
Male spigot connector with compression joint to HDPE Provides male spigot connection in lead for soft soldering to lead pipe. Body made from lead with HDPE loose nut and EPDM seal for mechanical jointing to HDPE. Adapter in lead and HDPE nut
d H h
d1
Article no. 359.309.00.1 359.311.00.1
d mm 50 56
R 1 1/2 2
Article no. 359.341.00.1
d mm 56
d1 60
Male spigot connector with compression joint to Female iron BSP connector with compression joint to HDPE Provides female iron connection to male iron threaded BSP fittings. Body made from brass with HDPE loose nut and EPDM seal for mechanical jointing to HDPE and screw thread jointing to other materials. Adapter in brass with female thread and HDPE nut
d H h
HDPE Provides male spigot connection in brass for soft and hard soldering to lead pipe. Body made from brass with HDPE loose nut and EPDM seal for mechanical jointing to HDPE. Adapter in brass for soldering and HDPE nut
d h
Rp
d1
Article no. 359.313.00.1
d mm 56
Rp 2
Article no. 359.330.00.1
d mm 56
d1 54
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HDPE to PVC-U Adapter 110mm x 90mm For pushfit into 110mm PVC-U ring seal socket to accept 90mm HDPE into a seal ring socket. PVC adapter socket reduced
d 4 d1
PVC-U connector Provides male spigot connection in PVC-U for solvent welding or pushfit jointing to a PVC-U socket. Body made from PVC-U with HDPE loose nut and EPDM seal for mechanical jointing to HDPE. PVC adapter and HDPE nut
d H h
Article no. 152.465.00.1
d mm 110
d1 mm 90
d1
HDPE to Cast Iron Adapter 110mm x 90mm EPDM adapter from 90mm HDPE pipe to 110mm cast iron pipe. HDPE adapter to cast iron
67
Article no. 359.421.00.1 359.423.00.1
d mm 56 56
d1 mm 50 63
Cast Iron connector Made from EPDM it provides male spigot for direct
d
54
d1 4
connection into Ensign cast iron clamp joint with an internal taper to prevent damming. HDPE end has spigot for either butt-welding or electrofusion coupling. Body made from HDPE with one end enlarged to match Ensign cast iron clamp joint. d mm 90 d1 mm 110
Article no. 367.009.16.1
Adapter to cast iron

d h
d1
Article no. 359.268.16.1
d mm 125
d1 mm 135
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Cast Iron connector Provides male spigot for direct connection into Ensign cast iron clamp joint with an internal taper to prevent damming. HDPE end has spigot for either butt-welding or electrofusion coupling. Body made from HDPE with one end enlarged to match Ensign cast iron clamp joint. Adapter to cast iron
d h
Reinforcing ring Metal ring for insertion into HDPE pipe to provide support to resist distortion of pipe when clamping coupling is applied. Reinforcing ring for adapter clamp
H
H
di
d1
Article no. d mm 200 250 315 d1 mm 212 274 326 359.455.00.1 359.456.00.1 359.457.00.1 359.458.00.1 359.459.00.1 359.464.00.1
d mm 56 63 75 90 110 160
d1 mm 50 57 69 83 101.4 147.6
Article no. 370.738.16.1 371.738.16.1 372.738.16.1
Clamping coupling Metal clamp joint for mechanical jointing of HDPE pipes to pipes and fittings of other materials. Suitable for adapting to Ensign cast iron. To be used in conjunction with Reinforcing ring. Adapter to cast iron
D
Adapter to clay socket HDPE adapter for connecting into clay sockets by cold caulking. Adapter to clay/fire element
d
H X
d1 d
d1
Article no. 359.427.00.1 359.429.00.1 359.430.00.1 359.432.00.1 359.436.00.1 359.438.00.1 359.441.00.1 359.449.00.1
d mm 54-56 63-64 63-64 75-76 75-76 89-90 108-110 159-160
d1 mm 68 63-64 68 68 89-90 89-90 108-110 159-160
Article no. 367.739.16.1 368.739.16.1 369.739.16.1 370.739.16.1 371.739.16.1 372.739.16.1
d mm 110 125 160 200 250 315
d1 mm 132 159 186 242 298 352
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Jointing methods
Adapters from Metric size HDPE pipes to Imperial PVC-U/ABS/PP pipes HDPE adapter for connecting into clay sockets by cold caulking. HDPE Metric O/D to imperial uPVC OD size adapter for imperial size traps 32mm to 1 1/4 and 1 1/2
Installation The rubber ring supplied is placed over the pipe end. Make sure that the rubber ring will be placed in the middle of the sleeve length (h2). Then push the contraction sleeve over the pipe end. Apply low heat (approximately 125C) evenly around the socket, moving the blow lamp constantly. The sleeve will now shrink and give an absolute watertight and strong connection. Afterwards, fix
d 35 35 di d1
Article no. 360.722.16.1 360.723.16.1 361.728.16.1 379.701.16.1 d mm 40 40 50 32 d1 mm 36.5 43 43 36
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the contraction sleeve pipe with an anchor bracket.
Geberit contraction sleeve Anchor bracket
Contraction sleeve (heat shrink) Available from 50 to 160mm (connects up to 230mm).

For 125 315mm use two soft flames
Laboratory sink
Connection properties a a Rigid, non-removable. Non-tension-resistant.
Pipe end Ring seal rubber ring
Application The Geberit HDPE contraction sleeve is a convenient connection possibility for most uneven, irregular, or special materials. A common additional application method is also the connection from HDPE to different clay ware apparatus, e.g. for laboratory sinks. Contraction sleeve to be buttwelded or electrowelded to the HDPE pipe.
Geberit HDPE contraction sleeve
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Jointing methods
System installation
3.1.1
Guide brackets
Geberit HDPE drainage system pipes and fittings are used for all above ground drainage applications, soil and waste, siphonic rainwater, gravity rainwater and chemical waste systems. They may also be used for underground drainage applications, provided the pipe work is under the footprint of the building (maximum of 1 metre outside the building outer walls).
The main purpose of guide brackets is to support the pipe and allow the axial movement caused by the effects of expansion and contraction. For all fixations of Geberit HDPE pipes 40 - 315mm except for anchor brackets. Application
3.1
Spacing for bracketry
Geberit HDPE pipes are to be fixed with anchor brackets and guide brackets. The distance between the anchor bracket and the guide bracket is maxium of 6 metres or whenever stability is required in the system.
Nominal outside diameter (mm) 40 50 56 63 75 90 110 125 160 200 250 315
Spacing of guide brackets Horizontal (m) 0.5 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.8 1.0 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 3.0 3.0 Vertical (m) 1.2 1.2 1.5 1.5 1.5 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0 40 - 160mm For the distance L, please see table a page 27
M10
M10
M10
When using the Geberit PluviaFix rail system (see section 3.2.7) the fixing to the structure is at 2.5m centres. The fixing between the rail and the pipe is as shown on the above table for horizontal bracketry fixing.
+ +
1 1
200 - 315mm
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Jointing methods
3.2
Managing thermal movement - Above ground systems
These expansion sockets must be anchored to control the thrust forces that occur as the pipe pushes past the seal ring, as well as to prevent uncontrolled movement of the system that could result in potentially the pipe pulling out of the seal ring joint.
The main consideration in any HDPE installation is the management of thermal movement/expansion within the system. There are 3 key methods of planning for thermal movement in Geberit HDPE drainage systems. These are: Controlled expansion Deflection leg Rigid fixing Geberit HDPE Expansion Coefficient
0.17
Physical principal
mm m.k
The main purpose of the anchor bracket is to prevent any movement of the expansion socket. It is important to fix each expansion socket with an anchor bracket. If butt welded to other pipes/fittings, the anchor point
All materials expand as temperature increases. If the temperature falls, the material contracts.
must be within 1.5 metres on the downstream side of the expansion fitting allowing the anchor bracket to be located near a strong, secure fixing point, i.e. the floor slab.
Rule of thumb: If temperature changes by 50C, material will expand or contract by 8.5mm/m
If this method is used horizontally on suspended pipework, the drop rod must be of sufficient strength/ rigidity to withstand the side ways thrust forces that occur when the pipe pushes past the seal ring (see table below).
Thrust force
<>
when in operation
3.2.1
Controlled expansion
40-63
Thrust force P (kg) 10 12 20 30 40 70 100 150 220

<>
Expansion socket - use of anchor brackets Traditionally, plastic drainage systems have required that pipe lengths over 4 metres are fitted with an expansion socket which contains a lubricated seal ring for easy movement of the pipe and an expansion gap within the joint to allow for thermal expansion of the pipe work.
75 90 110 125 160 200 250 315
The thrust force
is the slide resistance between
the rubber seal and HDPE pipe. This force depends on the pipe diameter.
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System installation
The table below shows the correct drop rod diameter required depending on distance <<L>> to effectively withstand thrust force <>. Distance from ceiling L (mm) 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600 Drop rod diameter 50/56/63/75/90
1
Drop rod diameter 110

1

1

1

3
Drop rod diameter 250 1" 1"

5
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 4
2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 4 4
2 2 4 4
1" 1" 1" 1"

5
4 4
4 4 4 4
1" 1" 1" 1" 1" 1"
112 112 112 2" 2" 2"
4 4 4 4
112 1 2
1
1"
1 2
1
Thermal expansion sockets - Mounting instructions
Prepare pipe insertion end.
Lubricate pipe end and rubber seal with silicone only.
8cm
10.5cm
at 0C (32F)
at 20C (68F)
Mark insertion depth on the pipe.
Push the pipe into the expansion socket.
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System installation
Installation One secure fixed anchor bracket must be installed per floor when branch connections exist and at a maximum of 6 metre centres on plain straight runs of pipe. The special shape of the seal allows the pipe to slide within the socket during expansion and contraction, ensuring that the connection remains perfectly watertight even under heavy hydraulic load. The following conditions are important to ensure perfect and easy assembly of the sleeve:
Horizontal assembly (e.g. at 20C)
Chamfering the inserted pipe end to approximately < ) 15.
Example: insertion depth in an ambient temperature of 20C (vertical assembly).
Check the scale on the outer surface of the expansion socket for insertion depth.
3 4
Mark the correct insertion depth on the pipe. Lubricate the pipe end well with soluble lubricant, silicone or Vaseline. Do not use oil or grease which can damage the rubber seal. When using expansion fittings, all other joints must be tension resistant (see page 9).
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System installation
Horizontal installation For horizontal pipework the position of the expansion joint will vary. 1 On the long runs of pipe with no branch connections, the expansion fitting must be fitted at a maximum of 6 metre centres. 2 With branch connections, the expansion fitting must be installed close to the up stream end of any branch. With multiple branches, the expansion fitting must be allowed for all branches over 1 metre of others. The expansion socket must be anchored to the structure with a strong fixing.
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System installation
3.2.2
Deflection Leg - Guidance on use
A deflection leg is a length/section of pipe specified within the system to accommodate the movement as a result of thermal movement.
+70C +20C -20C
+60
-36 6m
DL
G Guide bracket A Anchor bracket DL Deflection leg
Compensating thermal expansion by deflection leg. Determining the length of the deflection leg by calculation Length of the deflection leg (DL) in mm according to the formula.
10x
Example: DL = 10 x DL = 10 x
L x
60 x 110 = 812 36 x 110 = 630
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System installation
3.2.3
Rigid fixing
Geberit Column 1 HDPE Pipe (Normal installation) 40 50 56 63 75 90 110 125 +20C to +90C force kg 85 105 125 140 170 240 350 460 740 940 1490 2350 Column 2
(Outside installation)
Principal: Any variation in length must be prevented by embedded fixed points (electrofusion couplings, branches, bends or collar bushes) or by the provision of corresponding fixed point structures. Rigid fixing of the HDPE system can be achieved by using a proprietary bracketry system (that may in incorporate struts or very strong drop rods) or the Geberit PluviaFix rail system, as outlined below.
+20C to -20C force kg 221 277 315 365 428 598 882 1165 1865 2375 3750 5915
Rigid installation with anchor brackets
160 200 250 315
40 - 315
This table shows that in the low temperature range (Column 2) the forces are greater than in the high temperature range (Column 1). Examples of methods of creating anchor points are shown in section 3.2.1. Whilst Geberit manufactures PluviaFix anchor brackets for its system, it does not manufacture or supply drop rods for connecting the brackets to the ceiling. These must be sourced from a suitable supplier that can verify they can withstand the forces shown in the table above.
Anchor brackets for rigid fixings must be stronger than possible expansion or contraction forces (P) of the HDPE pipe (see table opposite).
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System installation
Rigid fixing - Anchor brackets Rules: Anchor brackets must be stronger than the possible forces generated during thermal expansion or contraction of Geberit HDPE pipes.
L
Examples of anchor brackets:

P
The examples of anchor brackets below show typical rigid installations.
Anchor bracket with flat iron and electrowelding tape.
Anchor bracket with double electrofusion sleeve coupling.
L P
Anchor bracket with electrowelding tape.
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System installation
Dimension of drop rod or flat iron profile: The distance

<< L >>
If they can not meet these dimensional requirements, have additional struts will be required to provide sufficient rigidity to resist the forces generated by the system due to thermal expansion. The third party supplier must provide the necessary calculations to prove their product is fit for purpose.
and the thrust force
<>
to be taken into account when selecting the diameter of the drop rod between mounting plate and bracket. For the required drop rod dimension, see the table below.
Ceiling or wall distance L . (mm) 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600
Geberit Dimensions 50-56 63-75 pipe pipe

1
90 pipe 1 1
5
110 pipe 1
5
W cm3
125 pipe
5
W cm3
160 pipe
W cm3
2 4 4
4 4
1
1 1 1
5
4
1
2 2 9.3 11.2 13.0 9.0 10.1 15.0 16.8 17.7 20.5 22.4
4 4 4
1
1 2 1 2
1
1 2 2 2 2
1 1
5
4 4 4
1
2 2 2 2 9.5 10.5 11.4
4 4 4 4 4
1
1 2 1 2
1
1 2 1 2
1
2 2 2 2
11.3 12.4 13.6
1 2
1
1 2
1 2
1
W = indication coefficient for steel profile.
3.2.4
Suspended rail system
The Geberit PluviaFix rail system was developed for the suspended installation of horizontal pipework. The system includes a metal rail that absorbs all the forces generated when the pipe tries to expand. Geberit guarantees this system to control all forces and only dead weight fixings are required to the ceiling. Advantages of the rail system: Quick installation. Fewer ceiling fastening points. Controls thermal movement. No expansion because of rigid installation. No expansion sockets in the horizontal pipes. Simple prefabrication is possible. One fastening for anchor and sliding brackets.
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System installation
3.3
Waterproofing
Waterproofing membrane 50cm
50cm Wherever a waterproof layer is required, the Geberit sealing for passages through walls or ceilings provides a perfect watertight seal between the HDPE pipe and the waterproof membrane. Type 1: PVC to be welded with PVC sheet Type 2: PE to be welded with Samafil FPO-A-foil. For Geberit HDPE pipes 50,56,75,90, 110 and 125mm.
Attention: Thermal expansion or contraction of the pipe is to be prevented. Maximum water pressure 0.1 bar.
Installation examples Expansion socket Pipe sealing
Anchor Bracket Reducer
Access pipe
Sealing Waterproofing membrane Electrofusion coupling (to prevent expansion or contraction) Waterproofing membrane
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System installation
3.4
Fire protection
Installation options
To comply with building regulations B3 where pipes pass through fire rated barriers, Geberit provides intumescent fire sleeves that also incorporate a separate acoustic sleeving. Intumescent collars can be fitted using any means of installation shown in Fig A or Fig B. Collars are to be installed using metal wedge-style staybolts through all four fixing locations and any gaps between construction and pipe penetration are to be filled with a fire rated intumescent mastic. Fire protection walls/ceilings require pipe penetrations to be fire sleeved.
Housing with flexible fastening brackets Foaming firestop material
Fig. A Surface fixed-wall mounted
Fig. B Surface fixed-floor mounted
NB Firebreak may be partially embedded into the floor slab or wall. See installation instructions for details. All fixings must be made of metal.
Acoustic sheet (Supplied with fire protection sleeve)
Insulation against solid-borne noise Lock with locking ring
Fire stopping
Wedge-type staybolts for fastening when retrofitting
Article No. 363.815.00.1 364.815.00.1 365.815.00.1 366.815.00.1 367.815.00.1 Fire protection sleeve 368.815.00.1 369.815.00.1 370.815.00.1
D 56 63 75 90
d1(cm) D(cm) 6.5 7.1 8.6 9.9 7.7 8.3 10.8 12.1 14.0 16.6 19.9 23.7
L(cm) 8.5 8.5 10.0 10.0 10.0 11.0 11.0 13.0
I1 3.5 3.5 5.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 6.0 6.0 3 3 4 4 4 5 6 7
110 11.8 125 13.4 160 16.7 200 20.5
Once the temperature in the room which is ablaze reaches a certain level, the intumescent material expands as a Pipe foam crushing the pipe and closing off the cross section, therefore preventing (for a specified length of time) the fire and smoke from spreading through the opening. NOTE: Wrap acoustic sheet around pipe and tape in position prior to assembly of fire protection sleeve. HDPE and Silent-db20 fire protection sleeves are Class 90, giving 90 minutes of fire protection.
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Alternative stack ventilation system
4.1
Geberit Sovent overview
4.1.1
Geberit Sovent - Planning
When a Geberit Sovent system is planned, the following points have to be observed in addition to the general rules for waste and drainage stack design: Use of a Sovent fitting instead of a common branch fitting. Pressure relief ventilation at the base of the stack. Every stack has to be ventilated through the roof with the same diameter (110mm).
Connection load per floor The branches have been designed in accordance with the local regulations (e.g. EN 12056-2), which include the dimensioning diameter and the maximum length of the System description Sovent, a fitting for single stack drainage systems, substantially increases the performance of a soil and waste drainage system, and thus eliminates the need for a separate vent stack and reduces the diameter of stacks in high rise buildings. Due to its high capacity and excellent performance, the Geberit Sovent fitting is an ideal drainage solution for: High rise buildings. Hotels. Laboratories. Industrial plants. branch. It is permitted to use all connection possibilities simultaneously. A maximum of 8 WCs may be connected to a Sovent fitting. Total connection load The maximum permitted water load in a Geberit Sovent stack is 7.3 l/s. The stack dimension, with main ventilation through the roof, must be configured with 110mm/DN 100 throughout. Installation per floor A Geberit Sovent fitting must be planned in every floor where there are connections to the stack. The maximum distance between two Sovent fittings must not exceed 6m.
The Geberit Sovent becomes extremely cost-effective in buildings higher than 5 storeys. Function The specially designed branch inlet fitting reduces the pneumatic pressure fluctuations in stacks, preventing the siphonage of traps. The opening to the stack is one of the key characteristics of the fitting as it allows the branches to be ventilated. Together with the free air circulation in the stack, the opening smoothes the water flow in the connected branches.
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Planning another stack If the building design requires more than one stack or the maximum load exceeds 7.3 l/s (DU > 213), additional stacks must be planned and the connections must be divided up accordingly.
Insertion on the first floor When appliances must be connected which are close to the base of the stack (e.g. on the first floor), they are connected to the pressure relief line at the base of the stack (either above or below the floor).
Above the floor
Stack 1
Stack 2
Zone A
2m 1st floor
Zone B
2m
Planning of the branch ventilation The maximum length of a collector branch pipe without ventilation is determined by local regulations. If a ventilation pipe is necessary according to these regulations, the pipe is connected to the Sovent stack.
Below the floor
2m
Sovent stack 45 min. 2 m
2m
Sovent fitting Planning of connection and branch ventilation pipe acc. to specific national standards
Planning of stack according to Geberit Sovent rules
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End of the sovent stack At the base of the stack, the pressure relief line eliminates any pressure build-up that might occur.
Additional connections to the Sovent stack Usually all connections to the stack are made with a Sovent fitting. It is, however, also possible to connect branches with a diameter of 63mm (maximum) to the stack through a normal 91.5 branch fitting.
Branch ventilation pipe for pressure reduction 110 / DN 100
min. 2 m
max. 63 / DN 60
min. 2 m End of Geberit Sovent system
Stack with deflection angle (offset) The building design may require a vertical offset of the Sovent stack. Generally this is possible up to an offset of 1m. If this value is exceeded, a normal vertical to horizontal transition has to be established.
Combining of ventilation pipes Geberit do not recommend combining the stacks into one ventilation stack. If the building structure permits no other possibility than joining the ventilation, these dimensions are calculated as a collector pipe. Generally all Sovent stacks are open and ventilated through the roof. The use of air admittance valves reduces the airflow into the stack which results in reduced performance.
1m 1m
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4.1.2
Geberit Sovent Stack sizing
4.1.3
Geberit Sovent installation
Basic requirements for selecting Sovent dimensions The dimensions of the individual connection pipes, the combined waste stacks and the underground/collector pipes must be selected as for conventional drainage, in accordance with applicable national standards and regulations.
In general, the installation of a Geberit Sovent system follows the same rules as the installation of a conventional drainage system. It does, however, require much less work since secondary ventilation is not necessary. The installation of a Sovent fitting is similar to the installation of an ordinary branch fitting. The Sovent fitting has six connection possibilities. The
The dimensions of the Sovent stack must be selected according to the following formula:
connections are capped off and can be used to suit the optimum installation configuration. It is necessary to have a Geberit welding machine (Universal or Media). Installation Instructions Prerequisites: Temperature of the welding plate 230C. Ambient temperature -10C to +40C. The reference values for the time needed for the butt welding process are known. Fix the Sovent fitting into the welding machine. Saw open the required connections. Use a machine to plane the opened connection off smoothly. Clamp the corresponding pipe section of the connection pipe. Heat both clamped parts. Press the parts together and let them cool. Remove the finished Sovent fitting from the welding machine.
7.3
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4.2
Geberit air admittance valve
Product standards
BS EN 12380
2003-03
Ventilation valves for drainage systems - requirements, test methods and evaluation of conformity. German version EN 12380:2002.
BS 1986-100
2002-03
Drainage systems on private ground - Part 100: additional specifications to BS EN 752 and BS EN 12056.
BS EN 12056-1
Gravity drainage system inside buildings - Part 1: general and performance requirements.
Pipe ventilation valve comprising of: 1 2 3 Heat insulation cap. Housing. Connection sleeve. BS EN 12056-2 Gravity drainage system inside buildings - Part 2: sanitary pipework, layout and calculation. 90mm air admittance valves can be connected to all pipe types and dimensions 75 to 110mm from Geberit. Maximum air capacity 35 l/s at 250 Pa. Permitted temperature range -20C to +60C. Function The air admittance valve is closed in normal conditions. The flow of waste water generates a negative pressure in the pipe system which causes the valve to open, allowing atmospheric air to flow in. The valve is closed immediately and forms a seal after the pressure has equalised.
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4.2.1
Geberit air admittance valve - Planning
Connection to HDPE pipes from Geberit HDPE pipe 75mm 90mm Air admittance Valve article no. 307.900.00.1 308.900.00.1 Connection
In conjunction with main ventilation, the valve can be used: As a replacement for the second main ventilation system or recirculating air ventilation. As a replacement for indirect secondary ventilation systems. For individual ventilation systems used in existing drainage objects with drainage malfunctions. 90mm air admittance valves can be connected to all pipe types and dimensions at 75 to 110mm from Geberit. Additional articles from Geberit are required for connecting to pipe dimension 90mm. These are not supplied with the air admittance valves.
With connection sleeve With ring seal socket 366.779.16.1 or With adapter clamping connector 359.438.00.1 and support ring 359.458.00.1 With connection sleeve
110mm 309.900.00.1
Connection to Silent-db20 pipes Silent-db Pipe ventilation 20 pipe Valve article no. 75mm 90mm 307.900.00.1 308.900.00.1 Connection
With connection sleeve With ring seal socket 366.779.16.1 or With adapter clamping connector 359.438.00.1 or With Silent-db20 clamping connector 308.003.14.2 With connection sleeve
110mm 310.900.00.1
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4.2.2
Geberit air admittance valve - Installation
Installation dimensions
Please note the following points in order for the air admittance valve to function correctly: The air admittance valve is allowed to be installed under the overflow edge. The air admittance valve must be installed vertically.
13 cm
14 cm /16 cm
19 cm
15 cm
Minimum dimensions at the installation site for the air admittance valve with heat insulation cap (right) and without heat insulation cap (left).
min. 15 cm
max. 150 cm
The openings must be clean and are not allowed to be covered. Intake air must be able to flow to the valve without restrictions. For installation in a pre-wall, it is necessary to use a fan housing in order to ensure adequate intake air. Connection dimensions for toilet pipe ventilation on horizontal connection pipe.
ca. 15 cm
Minimum distance above the floor, when using air admittance valves in the attic. Installation instructions Protect the air admittance valve with the supplied thermal insulation cap if there is a danger of frost. Ensure the valve is installed where it can be accessed for maintenance and servicing. 3 2 1 Install a connection piece on the air admittance valve according to the type and dimension of the pipe. Push the air admittance valve onto or into the vertical pipe end, cut off at right angles. Use lubricant if necessary. Put on a thermal insulation cap if there is danger of frost.
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Buried drain systems
5.1
Buried drain systems overview
3 Flexibility Geberit HDPE is a flexible, operationally reliable drainage system, even in soils in which a certain degree of settling of ground is anticipated.
Special consideration for buried drain application Geberit HDPE system is suitable for buried drain application under the envelope of the building at reasonable shallow depths and normal conditions. When any of the following conditions exist please contact Geberit Ltd for confirmation on its suitability. Pipes at depths greater than 4 metres below ground level Underground drainage The Geberit HDPE drainage system has a proven track record for soil and waste installations. It can also be used for under the building and up to 1 metre outside the building envelope. It is suitable for underground applications such as ground pipes and domestic drainage pipes. For underground systems, use pipe to a minimum of PN4 rating. Criteria for underground drainage pipes 1 Joint integrity Environmental protection regulations do not permit leaking drainage pipes. Geberit HDPE is a reliable water drainage system which assures maximum dependability with regard to joint integrity. 2 Material As in soil and waste drainage systems, the quality of the material is the main criterion for underground applications. In addition to the attack from the inside, the pipes are also subjected to attacks from the outside. Geberit HDPE provides resistance to the greatly diversified types of chemical attack by the disposal water, as well as by external factors (e.g. acidic soils). Geberit HDPE can be successfully used to prevent penetration underground and provide drainage in brown field or contaminated sites. See the chemical resistance list in section 8.3 for more information or contact Geberit Technical. If other manufacturers components are to be incorporated into the system (puddle flanges and other sleeving gaskets etc are used) Non domestic type discharges are expected, for example: - High volume discharges that could subject the pipe to more than 1.5 bar pressure - Combined high temperature and high volume discharges - Chemical waste - Radioactive waste If during the construction stage high point will be experienced due to heavy plant etc. Contaminated ground conditions Pipes subjected to internal negative pressures Pipes subjected to external water pressures exceeding 2 metres head (high water table)
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5.2
Trench details
Fig. 2
Loadings on buried pipes need to be carefully calculated. Please contact Geberits Technical on 0800 077 8365 for assistance calculating loadings on Geberit drainage pipes. For all trenching work the local guidelines, standards and regulations must be observed. Important for underground installation is correct laying of the pipe in the trench, as well as careful consideration of the following. B = Bedding The pipe must have a bedding of at least 100mm. C = Consolidation Side fill to upper edge of pipe. P = Protective layer With trench profile 1A cover to above top edge of pipe over entire width of trench - minimum 300mm. Maximum 40mm stone sile, no heavy compaction equipment. Filling material Granular material to BS 882 or similiar to be used. Example: 10mm nominal single size shingle is suitable for pipes up to 300mm. 14mm nominal single size shingle is suitable for pipes 125mm to 300mm. 20mm nominal single size shingle is suitable for pipe 200mm to 300mm.
20 cm
HS P C B
Behaviour: Flexible.
Fill material Granular material.
Fig. 3
Fig. 1
20 cm
D
A
10 cm
HS P C B
Behaviour: Rigid.
B A=D + min. 100 mm

Fill material Concrete.
min. 60 cm
Behaviour: Flexible.
Fill material Granular material.
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5.3
Managing thermal movement - Buried drain application
Like above ground systems, the key aspect of underground installation is the management of expansion/thermal movement. Use of expansion sockets
PL (pipe length) ID (insertion depth)
d SL (socket length)
In addition to the butt welded and electrofusion welded connection, the expansion socket is an ideal connection in underground drainage systems. Since in such systems lower temperature differences are usually encountered than in stacks and connector pipes, smaller length variations can be accounted for. For this reason in underground installations the distance between expansion sockets can be longer. PL SL - 0.3 d 0.006 The values calculated according to the formula
Insert bevelled pipe to maximum socket depth, mark and pull back 40mm.
PL
4cm
ID
4cm
and rounded off. Please note: The scale found on the outer surface of the socket does not apply in the case of underground installations. Nominal outside diameter (mm) 110 125 Socket length SL (mm) 140 140 140 220 220 220 Pipe length PL (for t 30C) PL (m) 15 15 15 20 20 20 Insertion depth ID (mm) 130 130 130 230 230 230
160 200 250 315
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5.4
Rigid installation Embedded in concrete
Principal: Any variation in length must be prevented by embedded fixed points in concrete (e.g. electrofusion couplings, branches, bends or collar bushes) or by the provision of corresponding fixed point structures.
Embedding in concrete Basically, Geberit HDPE material absorbs within itself thermal movement due to its high elasticity. In the case of large diameters however (e.g. 315mm) the forces <> (resulting from expansion and contraction) are considerable. They must be absorbed by the embedded fixpoints alone, since cement/concrete will not adhere to HDPE pipework. Reduced small branches of large pipe diameters must be secured by an additional anchor point (electrofusion couplings or collar bushes) in order to prevent shearing off the branch.
Branch equal
Branch equal with reducer
Since the fitting has to act as a fixed point, do not insulate it.
Important: Under no circumstances should a ring seal or expansion socket be embedded in concrete.
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5.5
Pipes penetrating through building walls
1 Seepage pipe 2 Settling 3 Insulation mat 4 HDPE pipe 5 Foundation slab 6 Seepage tank lining DL = Deflection leg S = Expected settling S = Insulation thickness
With regard to the ground line between the building wall and the street sewer, where extreme settling can occur, an installation mat must be wrapped around the ground line to act as a deflection leg. In such cases, Geberit HDPE is an ideal material, since it assures tightness and at the same time provides maximum flexibility.
Deflection leg The length of the deflection leg is dependant upon the expected settling and on the pipe diameter. S.
Length DL = 10 .
Note: The insulation must be thicker than the expected settling.
Expected settling S
Geberit HDPE pipe 125 - 160/200 - 315 125 - 160/200 - 315 125 - 160/200 - 315
Deflection leg DL 1.0m/1.0m 1.0m/1.5m 1.5m/1.7m
20 - 40mm 40 - 60mm 60 - 80mm
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5.6
Connection to manhole
1 Concrete 2 Manhole sleeve 3 Geberit HDPE pipe 4 Bench 5 Anchor point if required 1 Concrete 2 Manhole sleeve 3 Access pipe (Art nr. 3xx.454.16.1)
Open manhole Plastic pipes should only be connected with manholes by means of a special manhole sleeve. Since settling of ground has to be expected such a sleeve must have the same ideal characteristics as Geberit HDPE: it must assure tightness and at the same time flexibility. A rubber ring provides the flexible seal between sleeve and plastic pipe.
Geberit access pipe with oval access cover
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Geberit Silent db20 systems - general information
6.1
Geberit Silent-db20 overview
Geberit Silent-db20 is a drainage system for buildings with increased levels of sound proofing. Its outstanding acoustic insulation properties are achieved by: Patented high density material specifically developed for this purpose (PE-S2). Fittings with ribs for further improvement of sound dampening near impact zones. Non compressible rubber lined acoustic brackets to reduce the transfer of structure-borne noise by decoupling the stack from the structure. The complete range consists of pipes and fittings in dimensions from 56mm to 160mm. This guarantees complete acoustic insulation from the appliance connection through to the drainage system.
Advantages of the Geberit Silent-db20 system: Improved acoustic properties. Geberit Silent-db20 pipes and fittings are compatible with the existing Geberit HDPE Drainage System. Time saving installation techniques due to many different connection possibilities. Simplified fastening technique for use in commercial drainage systems. Bracketing system optimised for the insulation of structure-borne sound.
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6.2
Features and benefits of Geberit Silent-db20

Density 1.7kg/dm Increased density improves acoustic properties.
Resistance to cold Not affected by freeze/thaw conditions.
Thermal conductivity 0.43 W/m.K.
Resistance to abrasion Very high resistance to abrasion; additional security due to the thick walls.
Thermal expansion 0.17mm/m.K Heat expansion of HDPE is relatively high. As a rule of thumb, for every 50C increase in temperature, an expansion of 10mm per linear meter of pipe can be anticipated.
Resistance to hot water Maximum continuous flow temperatures of approximately 60C. Short periods of discharge at higher temperatures from normal domestic sources are permissable.
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Resistance to impact Geberit HDPE is unbreakable at room temperature. Its resistance to impact is very high even at extremely low temperatures (down to approximately -40C) and thus meets the requirements for externally installed pipes.
Condensation No condensation is expected in the domestic drainage system as a result of the materials low thermal conductivity and its considerable wall thickness. For areas with longer periods of cooling in high humidity conditions, insulation may be required so please seek advice.
Solar radiation Protected against ageing and embrittlement due to UV radiation by the addition of approximately 2% carbon. Silent-db20 should be stored as per our site recommendation (see section 1.7).
Not electrically conductive Plastics have an excellent reputation as insulators in the electrical industry, e.g. HDPE cable protection ducts, cast resins, insulating paint etc.
Welding temperature Thermoplasts are processed with a high level of energy efficiency. The temperatures required are relatively low in comparison with metals. The welding temperature for HDPE is approximately 230C. Simple tools allow for easy processing.
Noise Improved acoustic properties. Structure-borne sound must be cushioned by taking appropriate measures (acoustically insulated pipe brackets, insulating material).
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6.3
Overview of the technical specification of Silent-db20 pipes

Density Maximum continuous flow temperature Welding temperature Operating roughness kb Pipe diameter Water volume Weight of pipe with water kg/m Wall thickness 1700kg/m3 60c 220c 1mm (acc. to Prandtl-Colebrook) 56 1.93 2.83 63 2.51 3.53 75 3.60 4.97 90 4.90 7.38 110 7.54 160 16.7
Key figures
10.87 22.5 7mm
3.2mm 3.2mm 3.6mm 5.5mm 6mm See section 8.3 for full details See section 8.3 for full details
Chemical resistance Resistance to ageing
Resistance to all chemicals found in domestic drainage systems Life expectancy in excess of 50 years under normal conditions
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6.4
Best practice for acoustics
To minimise noise transfer from drainage pipes: Isolate pipe from structure using acoustic brackets and foam barrier when passing through structure. Contain pipes in duct work preferably with an acoustic material either: Wrapped around the pipe (Geberit Isol). On two surfaces of the duct inner face.
Basic principles of minimising sound transmission from noise source. Structure-borne sound travels faster and further (Fig 1). Airborne sound rapidly attenuates with distance and transfers through multiple layers (barriers). The best way to minimise noise is through the construction of the building. - Plan bathrooms so they are not next to living rooms. - Decouple walls from one another (Fig 2) - Use pre-wall installation and wall-hung WCs to decouple the flushing noise from the building structure (Fig 3).
Examples of noise generated by water flowing through vertical 110mm Silent-db20 pipes, and the attenuation effect of various components and containment structures: Exposed pipe with 2 l/s flow rate - 47dB(A). Structure-borne noise transfer through concrete wall (180kg/m). - Standard brackets - 27dB(A)*. - Acoustic brackets - 18dB(A). Pipe contained in a plasterboard duct - 33dB(A). Pipe contained in a plasterboard duct with two surfaces covered with mineral wool - 30dB(A) The above data is for guidance purposes only. Actual installations may result in different values due to the effect of variations in the construction details of the installation and ambient background noise levels. Additional considerations:
Fig 1
Fig 2
Pre-wall construction
When pipes pass through concrete floor slabs and walls the pipe must be isolated with Geberit Insulation Hose.
All vertical offsets must be made using 2 x 45 bends to minimise noise emissions. No offsets are preferred to minimise noise. 15 minimum angled bends preferred to minimise noise generation. However, for practical reasons 45 should be the maximum. For increased structure-borne noise reduction, install Geberit, Duofix installation systems and associated components together with Silent-db20
Fig 3
Acoustic pan isolator
acoustic drainage system.
*standard Geberit HDPE
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6.5
Additional acoustic products
Isol Acoustic Wrap
1
Pos.
2
Description
4
Material
5
Thickness (mm) 0.07 Details
The covering foil prevents moisture penetration at the same time as serving as a vapour barrier Heavy foil
PE
Black with printed product logo
EVA with mineral filler (BaSO4 ) and flame retardant PU foam, open cell Polyolefin self-adhesive foil
1.4
Anthracite grey basis weight 3kg/m2
Semi open-cell acoustic foam Self-adhesive layer (only applicable to self-adhesive version) Protective paper (only applicable to self-adhesive version)
15
Anthracite grey volumetric weight 30kg/m3 Colourless used as installation aid
PE
0.07
Yellow-brown can be pulled off silicon-coated on one side
The covering foil prevents moisture penetration at the same time as serving as a vapour barrier. The heavy foil insulates the airborne sound while the semi open-cell acoustic foam layer prevents the propagation of solid borne noise. L (cm) 118 B (cm) 78 S (mm) 17
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Installation instructions The pipe must be free from dust and grease before processing.
For optimum performance the Isol must cover all the pipework and be overlapped at joins and fixed with tape to prevent the escape of sound. Installation dimensions
1
/ DN 40 / 40 50 / 50 56 / 56 63 / 60 75 / 70 90 / 90 110 / 100 125 / 125 AB(cm) 26 29 31 33 37 43 49 54 57 65 78 91 111 m2 0.260 0.290 0.310 0.330 0.370 0.430 0.490 0.540 0.570 0.650 0.780 0.910 1.110
135 / 125 160 / 150 200 / 200 250 / 250 315 / 300
Fastening distance with binding wire is 10-15cm.
Use commercial adhesive tape (approximately 7cm wide) to mask off adjacent point against condensation.
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Jointing methods
Jointing methods for Geberit Silent-db20
Geberit Silent-db20 uses the normal HDPE jointing methods including butt welding, electrofusion couplings, and mechanical couplings. If using butt welding the plaining blades fitted to the butt welding machine must be changed to carbide steel blades - 240.474.00.1). Mechanical couplings and electrofusion couplings are the preferred method of joining to minimise noise generation, see section 2 for more information. In addition the following alternative methods of jointing are available:
7.1
Expansion fittings for Silent-db20

Example: Insertion depth in an ambient temperature of 20C (vertical assembly).
Vertical installation To minimise stress on the system it is recommended that an expansion fitting is installed on each floor located above the highest branch connection within 1 metre of the floor level using an anchor bracket positioned around the expansion coupling. *Maximum 6 metres to next expansion fitting (anchor point) **Maximum 3 metres when using double sleeve coupling as expansion for 160mm. Geberit Silent-db20 uses the normal HDPE jointing methods including butt welding, electrofusion couplings, and mechanical couplings. (If using butt welding the planing blades fitted to the butt welding machine must be changed to carbide steel blades 240.474.00.1).
Expansion Socket Heavily reinforced extended socket with external ribs to reduce noise transfer. The coupling can be jointed to other fittings or pipe using the standard HDPE electrofusion coupling. When bracketing the expansion coupling, use one size larger acoustic brackets, i.e. for 110mm expansion coupling, use 125mm bracket). Insert pipe into sealing socket to the insertion markings on the side of the coupling. The expansion socket must be anchored to the structure. This fitting is only available up to size 110mm. For 160mm expansion, use double sleeve coupling. Please see following page for more information.
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Jointing methods
Double Sleeve Coupling Comprising a double pushfit jointed coupling with one end containing a grab ring to lock the coupling onto the pipe.
Insert the pipe into expansion side of the coupling.
Prepare and chamfer pipe.
Lubricate seal.
Installation instructions Connect the fixed end of the coupling onto the pipe.
The fixed end is only allowed to be used with Silent-db20 pipes and fittings.
Push pipe fully into socket. NB For use as a 160mm expansion fitting withdraw the pipe by 15mm, maximum of 3m centres between fixed points.
Push fully home.
Do not attempt to withdraw grab.
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Bracketry for Silent-db20
Bracketry for Geberit Silent-db20
To maximise the benefit of the acoustic properties of the Silent-db20 system, Geberit Silent-db20 acoustic brackets must be used. These brackets have a rubber insulated lining with controls on restricting the compression of the rubber, removing the risk of over compressing that could result in the transfer of structure borne noise. Diameter of connecting rod between bracket and wall fixing depends on length. Contact Geberit Technical for advice. please see section 3.2.1 for additional data on fixing using drop rods.
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Characteristics and chemical resistance
Characteristics and chemical resistance Environmental benefits of Geberit HDPE

Scope The assessment covers the extraction of raw materials and energy carriers, the production of pipes and, finally, the disposal of used pipes. The assembly, assembly materials, fittings and supplies as well as the usage and removal of pipes are not taken into account. Assumptions plastic pipes All plastic pipes are produced from 100% new material. To enhance noise protection features, barium sulphate is added in the case of PE-S2 pipes (compound material). Used plastic pipes may be recycled as pure quality material. This recycling material is of a lesser quality than new material and thus, as a rule, may only be used for less sophisticated products. In many cases, pipes are not recycled but thermally reused. It is assumed that waste is 100% disposed of at a waste incineration plant. Assumptions cast iron and stainless steel pipes The production of cast iron pipes is represented with the aid of the cupola (hot blast cupola furnace) and subsequent spin casting process. A 100% scrap portion is assumed. With respect to stainless steel pipes (chromium 17%, nickel 12% and molybdenum 2%), a 87% scrap portion is assumed. It is assumed that metal pipes are 100% recycled. Therefore, no environmental impact is attributed to the disposal of the pipes.
9.1
As we become more aware of our environment and the impact that construction has upon it, manufacturers, specifiers and installers are all looking for greener ways to construct. Geberit HDPE was developed as an alternative to pipe systems that have a negative effect on our environment. HDPE is a material that has many environmental benefits when compared with other piping system materials. It is a simple compound of carbon and hydrogen atoms harmless to man, animals and plants. It consumes less energy during manufacture and transport than steel, cast iron or copper pipe.
9.2
Framework of the life cycle assessment
Different drainage pipes are used in buildings. They vary by pipe and fitting material and type of installation. The main areas of application are building services and industry. The environment impact of the pipes is evaluated and the pipes are compared with each other in the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). Objects of investigation The following drainage pipes were assessed: PVC Pipe. PP Pipe. PE-HD pipe (Geberit PE). PE-S2 pipe (Geberit Silent-db20)1. Cast iron pipe1. Stainless steel pipe2.
Functional unit A one-metre pipe with an inner diameter of 100mm was assessed as a functional unit. It is assumed that the lifetime of all pipes is identical (at least 50 years).
1 2
For increased noise protection requirements. For increased hygiene and fire protection requirements.
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9.3
Result of the life cycle assessment
The disposal of plastic pipes at a waste incineration plant has a lesser environmental impact than their disposal at a mixed waste landfill. Complete recycling is, of course, even better. An assessment of drainage pipes according to the UBP97 method generally results in the same findings. Recommendations Used plastic pipes should be collected and recycled separately, if possible. The European Plastic Pipes and Fittings Association (www.teppfa.com) offers a corresponding collection system. If no recycling is possible, pipes should be disposed of at a waste incineration plant or thermally reused as an alternative combustible at a cement plant. Metal pipes should be collected and recycled separately. PE-S2 (Silent-db20) pipes should be used to meet increased noise protection requirements.
From an ecological point of view, plastic pipes (pure and compound materials) have markedly better results than pipes made of pure metal. All pure plastic pipes have about the same environmental impact. The PE-S2 pipe (Silent-db20), which is comparable to the cast iron pipe in terms of noise protection requirements, has significantly better results than the cast iron pipe. The stainless steel pipe has about the same results as the cast iron pipe. Analysis of result The environmental impact of the various pipes is shown in the form of Eco-indicator points in the diagram (EIP99).
2.5 2.0
EIP99
1.5 1.0 0.5 0

Stainless steel pipe PE-HD pipe PE-S2 pipe PVC pipe PP pipe Cast iron pipe
The smelting of scrap in the cupola (temperatures of more than 1000C) and the markedly higher weight of the material make a crucial contribution to the environmental impact of cast iron pipes. If the scrap portion amounts to 100% instead of 50% the overall impact is only slightly improved. The production of alloying elements and high processing temperatures significantly affect the relatively strong environmental impact of stainless steel pipes. An assessment of the environmental impact of the pipes by lifecycle phases arrives at the following results: With respect to all types of pipes, except for cast iron pipes, the extraction of raw materials has the strongest environmental impact while the actual pipe manufacturing process is of minor importance.
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9.4
Chemical resistance - The significance of pH values
One of the most crucial factors in selecting a material for a drainage installation is the chemical loading of the effluent being discharged. can be used safely with pH values from 0 to 14. Effluent with a low or high pH is harmful because of its corrosive effects, e.g. some drain cleaning fluids have a pH value of up to 12. Therefore in order to select the most suitable material to handle a specific discharge it is important not only to know the pH value of the effluent but the chemical resistance of the pipe materials. For full details see chemical resistance tables on the following page to assess the performance of Geberit HDPE at various temperatures. The pH value is therefore important in assessing the chemical level as it will indicate whether the effluent is acid, neutral or alkaline. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14 (see table below). Cola drinks Apple juice Tartaric acid Citric acid Washing solutions Toilet cleaner pH values of some drinks and cleaning agents pH-value 2.8 3.5 2.2 2.8 9 -13 2-4 is suitable, for example, for use with effluents containing over 30% hydrochloric acid.
HDPE
increasingly acid
increasingly alkaline
10
11
12
13
14
very acid
slightly acid
NEUTRAL
slightly alkaline
very alkaline
Explanation When the pipe wall material comes into contact with substances flowing through the pipe, different processes can take place, such as the absorption of liquid (swelling), the extraction of soluble elements in the material (shrinkage) or chemical reactions (hydrolysis, oxidation etc), that can sometimes cause the properties of the pipe or pipeline parts to change. The performance of pipes and pipeline parts when in contact with effluent substances can be classed as follows:
NB: Does not cover systems incorporating EPDM seal rings. Resistant The pipe wall material is generally regarded as being suitable. Limited resistance The suitability of the pipe wall material must be checked in each individual case and, if necessary, further tests should be carried out. Not resistant The pipe wall material is generally regarded as being unsuitable.
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The following symbols and abbreviations are used to indicate the composition of the flow substances: % L Percentages refer to mass proportions in %. Aqueous solution, mass proportion > 10%.
Flow through substance
Geberit HDPE
Proport. Performance at % 20C 40C 60C
VL Aqueous solution, mass proportion <= 10%. GL Aqueous solution saturated at 20C. TR Chemical is at least technically pure. H S G Normal commercial composition. Traces < 0.1%. Usual mass proportion of any saturated solution or dilution. Data is based on immersion tests without mechanical load and reflects current levels of knowledge. No claims under guarantee may be made on the basis of this information.
The following data is required for a declaration of chemical resistance: Corrosion medium, composition (chemical description), DIN safety data sheet. Temperature. Proportion (concentration). Information on reaction time, frequency, flow quantity. Other flow media.
A Acetic aldehyde Acetic aldehyde Acetic aldehyde+acetic acid Acetanhydride (acetic anhydride) Acetamide Acetanhydride Acetic acid Acetic acid Acetic acid butyl ester Acetic ether (ethylacetate) Aceto-acetic acid Acetone Acetone Acetophenone Acetylene Acronal dispersions Acronal solutions Acrylonitrile Acrylic acid-emulsions Acrylic acid ethylester Activine (chloramine 1%) Adipinic acid Adipinis acid ester Allyl acetate Allyl alcohol Allyl chloride Alum (potassium aluminium sulphate) Aluminium chloride Aluminium chloride Aluminium chloride, solid Aluminium fluoride Aluminium hydroxide Aluminium metaphosphate Aluminium sulphate Aluminium sulphate, solid Amidosulphates (amido-sulphonic acid salts) Amido-sulphonicacid Amino acids Ammonia, gaseous Ammonia, liquid Ammonia solution (ammonium hydroxide) Ammonium acetate Ammonium carbonate and bicarbonate of ammonium Ammonium carbonate Ammonium chloride (sal-ammoniac) Ammonium dihydrogen phosphate Ammonium fluoride Ammonium hydrosulphide Ammonium metaphosphate Ammonium nitrate Ammonium phosphate Ammonium sulphate Amonium sulphide Ammonium thiocyanate Amyl acetate Amyl alcohol Amyl chloride Amyl phthalate Anilin (phenylamine)
40 TR 90:10 TR TR TR 70 100 100 VL TR TR H H TR 100 GL
96 any VL GL GL
any
any any 100 100 any any GL any any GL L any any any any any TR TR 100 GL
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Geberit HDPE
Flow through substance Proport. Performance at % 20C 40C 60C Flow through substance
Geberit HDPE
Anilin chlorhydrate any Anise oil TR Anone (cyclohexanone) TR Anthraquinone sulphonic acid 1 Antifomine (benzaldoxime) 2 Anti-freeze H Antimonious trichloride, anhydrous Antimonious trichloride 90 Antimonious pentachloride Apple juice H Apple wine H Aqua regia TR Arklone (= reon, frigen) (Chloro fluorcarbon CFC) 100 Aromativ oils Arsenic any Arsenic acid anhydride Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) Asphalt B Barium carbonate chem. precipitated 98/99% Barium hydroxide Barium salts Battery acid (sulphuric acid,~34%) Baysilon separating agent Beef fat Beef suet Beeswax Beer Beer colouring Benzaldehyde Benzaldehyde in isopropyl alcohol Benzene Benzaldoxime (antiformine) Benzene/benzol mixture 80/20 Benzene sulfonic acid Benzoic acid Benzoyl chloride Benzyl alcohol Benzyl chloride Bichromate sulphuric acid (chromic acid/sulphuric acid) Bismuth nitrate, acqueous Bismuth salts Bisulfite solution Bitumen Bleach solution with 12,5% active chlorine Bone oil Borax (sisodic tetraborate) Boric acid Boric acid methyl ester Boric trifluoride Brake fluid Brandy Bromic acid Bromin, liquid and gaseous Bromochloromethane Butadiene Butadiene Butandial Butane, gaseous Butanol
Butanon Butantriol Butindial Butoxyl (methosybutylacetate) Butter Buttermilk Butyl acetate Butyl acrylate Butyl alcohol Butyl benzylphthalate Butylene, liquid Butylene glycol Butylene phenol Butylene phenol, p-tertiary Butyric acid C Calcium carbide Calcim carbonate Calcium chloride Calcium hydroxide (lime) Calcium hypochlorite (chlorinated lime) Calcium nitrate Calcium oxide (powder) Calcium phosphate Calcium sulphate (gypsum) Calgon (sodium hexametaphosphate) Campher Campher oil Cane sugar Caoutchouc dispersions (Latex) Carbazol Carbol (phenol) Carbolic acid (phenol) Carbon bisulphide Carbon dioxide (soda water) Carbon tetrachloride Castor oil Caustic ammonia (ammonium hydroxide) Caustic potash solution Caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) CD 2 up to 5% CD 3 up to 5% Cetyl alcohol Chloracetic acid Chloral hydrate Chloramine T Chloramine T Chloric acid Chloric acid Chloric acid Chlorinated carbon dioxide ester Chlorinated lime (calcium hypochlorite) Chlorinated paraffin Chlorine Chlorine Chlorine, gaseous, damp Chlorine, gaseous, damp Chlorine, gaseous, damp Chlorine, gaseous, dry Chlorine, liquid Chloroacetic acid ethyl ester Chloroacetic acid methyl ester
any 100
TR
TR TR TR TR any
any any any H 100
H H H any 1 TR 2
GL any GL GL 50
GL any TR TR
any TR TR

TR any
any any TR any TR TR any 50 any

any any
any any TR VL 1 10 20 GL 100 VL GL 0,5 1,0 97 TR TR TR TR
H 40 any 50 TR any TR any
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Geberit HDPE
Geberit HDPE
Chlorobenzol Chloroform Chloromethyl, gaseous Chlorsulphonic acid Chromanode mud Chromic acid Chromic acid Chromic acid/sulphuric acid/water, 50/15/35 Chromic alum Chromous salt Chromium sulphuric acid Chromium sulphuric acid Chromium trioxide Citraconic acid Citrate Citric acid Citronaldehyde Citrus juices Clophene (polychlorinated biphenyls PCB) Coal tar oil Coca Cola Cocoa Coconut oil alcohol Coconut oil Cod liver oil Coffee Cognac Cola conzentrate Compressed air containing oil Cooking oil, vegetable and animal Copper chloride Copper cyanide Copper fluoride Copper nitrate Copper nitrate Copper salts Copper sulphate Corn oil Corsolin (disinfectant; chlorophenol soap solution) Cover paint Creosote Cresol Cresol Crotonaldehydo Crude oil Crystalline acid Crystal oil (solvent naphtha) Cumarone resin Cyclanone Cyclanone Cyclohexane Cyclohexanol Cyclohexanone (Anone) D Decahydronaphtalene (Decalin) Dessicator oil Detergents Developing solutions (photographic) Dextrine
TR TR TR TR 20 50
any any TR any 50 any any any TR
100
G TR TR G
GL any 30 GL GL any TR VL
Dextrose (glucose, grape sugar) Diamin hydrate Diethyl ether (ether, ethyl ether) Diethylene glycol Di-2-ethylhexylphthalate (DOP) Diethyl ketone 1,2-Dibromoethane Dibuthyl ether Dibutylphthalate Dibutylsebacate Dichlorethylene Dichlorbenzene Dichloracetic acid Dichloracetic acid Dichloracetic acid methyl ester Dichlorodiphenyltrichloromethane (DDT, powder) Dichlorpropane Dichlorpropene Dielectric (transformer oil) Diesel fuel Diglycolic acid Diglycolic acid Dihexylphthalate Di-isobutylketone Di-isopropylether Dimethylamine Dimethylformamide Dimethylsulfoxide Disodic phosphate Disodic sulphate Disodic tetraborate (Borax) Dinonylphtalate Dioctylphtalate Dioxan Diphenylamine Diphenyloxide Dispersions Distilled oils Dodecyl benzene sulphonic acid Dry potash (potassium hydroxide) Dyes E Electrolytecbaths for electroplating Emulsifying agents Emulsifying agents (Tenside) Emulsionen (photographic) Epichlorohydrin Epichlorohydrin Epsom salts (magnesium sulphate) Ethane Ethanol (rectified spirit, ethyl alcohol, wine spirit) Ether (sulphuric ether, diethyl ether) Ethyl acetate Ethyl alcohol (rectified spirit, ethyl alcohol, wine spirit) Ethyl alcohol, denatured (2% Toluol) Ethyl alcohol (fermation mash) Ethyl alcohol + acetic acid (fermentation mix) Ethyl benzene
any TR TR
TR TR TR TR TR 50 TR TR

100 H 30 GL TR TR TR TR
any TR TR TR
50
90 100 TR TR TR L H TR TR TR

any H
any
96 TR TR 96 96 G G TR
TR
18
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Flow through substance Proport. Performance at 20C 40C 60C % Flow through substance
Geberit HDPE
Proport. Performance at 20C 40C 60C %
Ethyl chloride Ethylene Ethylene chloride Ethylene chlorohydrin Ethylene dichloride (Ethylene chloride) Ethylene diamine Ethylene diamin tetra-acetic acid Ethylene bromide Ethylene chloride (dichlorethylene) Ethylene glycol Ethylene oxide, gaseous Ethylene oxide, liquid Ethyl ether (Ether, Diethylether) 2-ethylhexanol Ester, alphatic Exaust gases, containing hydrogen fluoride containing hydrogen fluoride containing carbon dioxide containing carbon monoxide containing nitric oxide containing nitric oxide containing nitric oxide containing oleum containing oleum containing hydrochloric acid containing sulphur dioxide containing sulphuric acid containing sulphuric acid (damp) containing sulphur trioxide (oleum) containing sulphur trioxide (oleum) F Fatty alcohol Fatty alcohol sulphonate (cyclanone) Fatty alcohol sulphonate Fatty acids (technically pure) Fatty acids Fatty acid amides Fermentation mash (ethyl alcohol) Fermentation mix (ethyl alcohol + acetic acid) Ferrous chloride Ferric chloride Ferric nitrate Ferric sulphate Ferrous sulphate Fertilizer salts Fir needle oil Fixative salt (sodium thiosulphate) Floor polish Flowers of sulphur (elementary sulphur in powder form) Fluoride Fluobolic acid Formaldehyde (formalin) Formalin (acqueous formaldehyde) Formamide Formic acid Formic acid Formic acid Formic acid Freon 12 Fruit juices
TR TR TR TR

TR TR TR TR TR S S any any S 5 >5 S 5 any any any any S S
Fruit juices, unfermented Fruit juices, fermented Fruit wine Fruit pulp Fruit tree carbolineum Fuel oil Furfur alcohol Furfurol Furniture polish G Gas liquor Gelatine Gin Gypsum (calcium sulphate) Glaubers salt (sodium sulphate) Glucose (grape sugar, dextrose) Glue Glutine glue Glycerin Glycerin chlorohydrine Glycocoll Glycol Glycolic acid Glycolic acid Glycolic acid butyl ester Glysantine Grape sugar (glucose, dextrose) Gravy H Halothane Heptane n-Heptane Hexadecanol (cetyl alcohol) Hexafluorosilicic acid Hexamine Hexane n-Hexane Hexantriol Hchst drilling agent Honey Hydraulic fluid Hydrazine hydroxide Hydroammonium sulphate (ammonium hydrosulphate) Hydrobromic acid Hydrochloric acid Hydrochloric gas, dry+damp Hydrocyanic acid (prussic acid) Hydrocyanic acid Hydrofluoric acid Hydrofluoric acid Hydrogen Hydrogen bromine, gaseous Hydrogen peroxide Hydrogen peroxide Hydrogen peroxide Hydrogen sulphide Hydrogen sulphide, gaseous Hydrogen superoxyde Hydrogen superoxyde Hydroquinone
H H H TR
any 40 GL any any H any VL H 37 70
any

TR TR 32 any TR TR TR
L H 100 TR G G GL any L GL any any H any
L any 50 any TR 10 TR 50 70 TR TR 10 30 90 GL TR 30 90 L
TR TR 40 40 TR 10 50 85 TR 100 G
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Geberit HDPE
Hydrosilicofluoric acid Hydrosilicofluoric acid Hydrosulphite Hydroxylamine sulphate Hypochlorous acid Hypophosphite I Ink Interlacing agent Insecticides lodine-potassium iodide (3% iodine) Isobutyl alcohol Iso-octane Isopropanol (isopropyl alcohol) Isopropyl acetate Isopropyl ether Isobutylaldehyde (technically pure) Iron (Ill) ammonium sulphate Iron salts J Jam Javel water (sodium hypochlorite) Jelly K Kaolin, washed/ground Kerosine (petroleum) Ketone Kitchen salt, saturated (sole) L Lactose Lanolin Lactic acid Latex (caotchouc dispersions) Lead (Il) acetate Lemon aroma Lemon juice Lemon zest Lime (calcium hydroxide) Lime water Linseed oil Lighting gas, benzole free Levoxin 15 (diamin hydrate) Liquid soap Liquor Lemonade Lipoids (lecithin, emulsifiers) Lithium bromide Lixtone SO Lixtone TS 803/M Lubricant oils Lubricant soap Lysoform (disinfectant; acqueous solution var. higher aldehydes) Lysol
32 any VL 12 any
5 G
TR TR 100 TR 100 GL any
H 5
any TR 100
TR any any
GL TR H TR H any
VL
M Magnesium carbonate Magnesium chloride Magnesium fluorsilicate Magnesium hydroxide Magnesium iodide Magnesium salts Magnesium sulphate Maleic acid Malic acid Malic acid Malic acid Manganese sulphate Margarine Maschine oil Mashed potato Mashes Mayonnaise Molasses Molasses aroma Menthol Mercuric chloride Mercuric salts Mercury Mersol D (mixture of higher paraffin sulfonic acid chlorides) Metallic mordant Metallic soap Methacrylic acid Methane, gaseous Methanol (methyl alcohol) Methoxybutanol Methoxybutyl acetate (butoxyl) Methyl alcohol (methanol) Methyl acetate Methyl acrylate Methylamine Methylbenzene (toluol) Methyl bromide, gaseous Methyl chloride Methylcyclohexane Methylene chloride Methyl ethyl ketone Methyl glycol Methyl isobutylketone Methyl metacrylate 4-Methyl-2-pentanol Methyl propylketon n-Methyl pyrrolidone Methylsalicylate (Salicylic acid methyl ester) Methyl sulphuric acid Methyl sulphuric acid Metol (4-methyl-amino-phenosulphate) (photographic-developer) Milk Mineral oil, without additives Mineral oil, free of aromatic compounds Mineral water Mixed acid I (sulphuric acid/nitric acid/water) 48/49/ 3 50/50/ 0 10/87/ 3
GL any GL any any GL 1 50 GL
TR
H TR TR GL TR 100
TR any TR any TR 32 TR TR TR TR TR
50 100 VL H H H
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Flow through substance Proport. Performance at 20C 40C 60C % Flow through substance
Geberit HDPE
Proport. Performance at 20C 40C 60C %
50/31/19 50/33/17 10/20/70 Mixed acid ll (sulphuric acid/phosphoric acid/water) 30/60/10 Monochlorbenzene Monochloracetic acid ethyl ester Monochloracetic acid methyl ester Monoethylamine Morpholine Motor oil Mowilith-dispersions N Nail varnish Nail varnish remover Naphtha Naphthalin Natural gas Nekal BX (interlacing agent; sodium salts var. isopropyl naphthaline sulphonic acids) Nickel chloride Nickel nitrate Nickel salts Nickel sulphate Nicotine Nicotinic acid Nitric acid Nitric acid Nitric acid Nitric acid Nitric acid Nitric acid Nitrochloroform Nitrobenzene Nitrocellulose Nitrogen (gaseous) Nitrous gases Nitrotoluols Nolan stop-off lacquer (dangerous substance) Nolan thinner (dangerous substance) Nonyl alcohol (nonanol) Nut oil O Octyl cresol Oleic acid Oil of cloves Oils, distilled Oils, mineral, without additives Oils, mineral, free of aromatic compounds Oils, vegetable and mineral Oleum, 10% SO3 Oleum vapours (sulphur trioxid) Oleum vapours Oleic acid O-nitrotuluol Optical whiteners Orange juice Orange zest Orotol Oxalic acid
Oxygen Ozone, gaseous 50 pphm Ozone, gaseous 2% Ozone
TR
GL

100 100 any TR
H TR H any GL GL GL any VL 6,3 25 40 50 65 75 TR any 5 TR
TR

H H 5 TR TR TR
GL
P P 3 Galvaclean 20 (dangerous substance) P 3 Galvaclean 42 = P 3 S (dangerous substance) P 3 Galvaclean 44 (dangerous substance) P 3 Galvaclean 45 (dangerous substance) P 3 Galvaclean 65 (dangerous substance) P 3 Manuvo hand cleaner (dangerous substance) P 3 Saxim (dangerous substance) P 3 Standard (dangerous substance) P 3 7221 (dangerous substance) Palmityl acid Palmityl alcohol Palm kernel oil Palm oil H Palm kernel oil acid TR Paraffin 100 Paraffin emulsion H Paraffin oil TR Paraformaldehyde Parfume Paris inert oxyd (dangerous substance) Peanut oil Pectin GL Pentanol TR Peppermint oil TR Perchlorethylene TR Perchloric acid 20 Perchloric acid 50 Perchloric acid 70 Perhydrol (hydrogen peroxide, acqueous solution) 40 Petroleum ether TR Petroleum (kerosene) TR Petroleum spirit (light petrol, free from aromatic compounds) 100 Petrol, regular grade H Photographic emulsion H Photographic developer H Photographic fixer bath H Pineapple juice Pine needle oil Phenol (carbolic acid) any Phenol resin mould substances Phenylamine (aniline) GL Phenylethyl alcohol Phenylhydrazine TR Phenylhydrazine hydrochloride Phenyl sulphonat (Sodium dodecylbenzene sulphonate) Phosgene, gaseous TR Phosgene, liquid TR Phosphates any Phosphoroxichloride Phosphorpentoxide 100 Phosphoric acid 50 Phosphoric acid 95 Phosphortrichloride TR Phosphoryl chloride TR
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Phtalic acid Phtalic acid Phtalic acid ester Picric acid Picric acid Polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) Polyester resins Polyester softeners Polyglycols Pork dripping Potash (potassium carbonate) Potassium ferrocyanide, pot. ferricyanide Potassium ferricyanide and potassium ferrocyanide Potassium cyanide Potassium ammonium sulphate (alum) Potassium carbonate Potassium bichromate (potassium dichromate) Potassium bisulphate Potassium borate Potassium borate Potassium bromate Potassium bromate Potassium bromide Potassium cadmium cyanide Potassium carbonate (potash) Potassium chlorate Potassium chloride Potassium chromate Potassium chromate Potassium cyanide Potassium dichromate (potassium bichromate) Potassium ferricyanide Potassium fluoride Potassium hexacyano ferrate Potassium hydroxide (caustic potash) Potassium iodide Potassium nitrate Potassium perborate Potassium perchlorate Potassium permanganate Potassium permanganate Potassium persulphate Potassium phosphate Potassium sulphate Potassium sulphite Potassium sulphite Potassium tetracyanocuprate Potassium thiosulphate Propane, liquid Propane, gaseous i-Propanol n-Propanol (n-propyl alcohol) Propargyl alcohol Propionic acid Propionic acid Propylene chloride Propylene glycol Propylene oxide Prussic acid
50 GL 1 GL
Prussic acid (hydrocyanic acid) Pseudocumol Pyridine Q Quinine R Ratak Resit 65 (Fuchs) Rectified spirit (ethanol, ethyl alcohol, spirit of wine) Rinsing agents Roaster gases, dry Rum
10 TR
96 H any 40
any any any any any any any any 10 GL VL GL any any any any any 40 GL any any any any any 50 any any GL 20 GL any any any L
TR TR TR TR 7 50 TR 100 TR TR TR
S Saccharic acid GL Sagrotan (disinfection, chlorophenol soap solution) VL Sagrotan Salicylic acid GL Salicylic acid methyl ester (methylsalicylate) Sal-ammoniac (ammonium chloride) any Salt (sodium chloride) any Saturated steam concentrate Seawater H Separating agent Sewage Shampoo Shoe cream Silicic acid any Silicofluoric acid 40 Silver nitrate any Silver salts GL Silicon oil TR Soda (sodium carbonate) any Soap solution any Soda Iye (sodium hydroxide, caustic soda) any Soda water (carbon dioxide) any Sodium acetate any Sodium aluminium sulphate Sodium benzoate GL Sodium benzoate 36 Sodium bicarbonate (sodium hydrogen carbonate) GL Sodium bisulphate (sodium hydrogen sulphate) GL Sodium bisulphitt (sodium hydrogen sulphite, sodium disulphite) any Sodium borate Sodium bromate L Sodium bromide L Sodium carbonate (soda) any Sodium chlorate any Sodium chloride (salt) any Sodium chlorite VL Sodium chlorite 20 Sodium chlorite bleaches H Sodium chromate VL Sodium cyanide GL Sodium dichromate GL Sodium disulphite (sodium bisulphite) any Sodium dithionite VL Sodium dodecyl benzene sulphonate (phenyl sulphonate) Sodium ferricyanide
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Sodium fluoride Sodium hexacyanoferrate Sodium hydrogen carbonate (sodium bicarbonate) Sodium hydrogen sulphate (sodium bisulphate) Sodium hydrogen sulphite (sodium bisulphite) Sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) Sodium hypochlorite (Javel water) Sodium hypochlorite Sodium iodide Sodium copper cyanide Sodium nitrate Sodium nitrite Sodium oxalate Sodium perborate Sodium perchlorate Sodium peroxide Sodium peroxide Sodium peroxodisulphate (sodium persulphate) Sodium phosphate Sodium silicate (water glass) Sodium sulphate (Glaubers salt) Sodium sulphide Sodium sulphite Sodium thiosulphate (fixative salt) Softeners Soya oil Spermaceti Sperm oil alcohol (mixture of higher oil alcohols) Spindle oil Spin bath acid, containing CS2 Spirits Stain remover Stannous (Il) chloride Starch Starch syrup Stearic acid Stellhefen flavouring (aqueous solution of maltose and dextrines) Styrol Succinic acid Suet Sugar beet juice Sugar solutions Sugar syrup Sulphate Sulphur Sulphur dichloride Sulphur dioxide Sulphur dioxide, gaseous, dry and damp Sulphur dioxide, liquid Sulphurated potash (potassium polysulphide) Sulphuric acid Sulphuric acid Sulphuric acid Sulphur sodium (sodium sulphide) Sulphur trioxide (oleum vapours) Sulphur trioxide Sulphurous acid
GL GL GL 10 any any 5 12,5 L any any any GL any 10 GL GL GL any any any GL any
100 TR 0,01 H any any any TR L any TR any any H any TR TR any any TR any 10 70 90 any 5 TR GL
T Taningan extra (synthetic tanning substances) Tannic acid (tannine) Tannin (tannic acid) Tea Tar Tartaric acid Turpentine Tetrabromethane Tetrachloroethane Tetrachloroethylene Tetraethyl lead Tetrahydrofurane Tetrahydronaphthalin (Tetralin) Thioglycol (thiodiethylene glycol) Thioglycolic acid Thiocarmabide Thionyl chloride Thiophene Tincture of iodine DAB6 Tiutol (hypochlorite Javel water) Toluol (methyl benzene) Tomato juice Transformer oil Triethanolamine Triethylene glycol Tributyl phosphate Trichloroethane, gaseous Trichloroethane Trichloroethylene Trichlorobenzene Trichlorethylphosphate Trichloroacetic acid Trichloroacetic acid Trichlorofluorethane (freon 11, Sdp. 24 C) Triethanolamine Tricresylphosphate Trilon Trimethylborate Trimethylolpropane Trisodium phosphate Trioctylphospate T-SS up to 5% Two-stroke oil Typewriter oil U Universal thinners Uric acid Urine V Vaseline oil Vinegar (wine vinegar) Vinyl acetate Viscose spinning solutions Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
GL 10 10 G any TR TR TR TR TR TR 100
any TR TR H 12/13 TR TR TR TR 100 TR TR 50 TR 100 TR TR TR

GL 33

TR H TR
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Flow through substance Proport. Performance at 20C 40C 60C %
W Wax alcohols TR Waxes Walnut oil Washing agents G Washing up liquid Water, distillied Water, fully desalinized Water de-ionized Water chlorinated driking water Water, ozonized drinking water Water glass (sodium silicate) any Wattle, vegetable H Wattle, from cellulose H Wine H Wine vinegar (vinegar) H Wine spirit (ethyl alcohol, ethanol, rectified spirit) 96 White spirit TR White spirit (cristal oil) TR Whisky H Whwy Wood stain G X Xylene (isomer mixture) Y Yeast Z Zampon thinners Zinc carbonate Zinc chloride Zinc oxide Zinc salts Zinc sludge Zinc dust Zinc stearate Zinc sulphat
TR
any

GL any GL any any any
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Storage of HDPE and Silent-db20
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Storage of Geberit HDPE and Silent-db20

Ideally, stacks should contain one diameter pipe size only. Where this is not possible, stack largest diameter pipes at the base of stack. Small pipes may be nested inside larger pipes. If stored in the open for long periods, or exposed to strong sunlight, cover the stack with opaque sheeting. Store fittings under cover. Do not remove from cartons or packaging until required.
Handling Take all reasonable care when handling Geberit HDPE and Silent-db20. Do not throw or drop pipes, or drag them along hard surfaces. In case of mechanical handling, use protective slings and padded supports. Metal chains and hooks should not make direct contact with the pipe. On-site storage Stack pipe lengths: - on a flat base - on level ground - on 75mm x 75mm timber at 1.0m maximum centres. Provide side support with 75mm wide battens at 1m centres. Maximum stack: seven layers high.
NB - Electrofusion couplings MUST be dry when welded.
Site safety The relevant regulations detailed in the Health & Safety at Work 1974, and Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 1995, must be adhered to on site.
1m Maximum Centres
110mm 160mm with 110mm inserted 75mm Minimum Width
1.0m Maximum Centres
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1 1.1 1.2 1.3

2 Jointing methods 2.1 Butt welding

3 System installation 3.1 Spacing for bracketry

4 Alternate stack ventilation system 4.1 Geberit Sovent overview

Drainage Systems Installation Guide

8 Bracketry for Silent-db20

10 Storage of HDPE and Silent db-20

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Geberit HDPE overview

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Features and benefits of Geberit HDPE

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Weight empty kg/m 3.580 5.630 8.920

Weight full kg/m 31.216 48.774 77.442

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Electroweld sleeve coupling

Linear expansion socket

Jointing methods Situation

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Hand Mitre Saw

PD = Pipe Diameter BW = Butt Welds

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Butt welding by hand

A Geberit welding plate KSS-160 or KSS-200, must be used.

Indicative values for welding and warming up times.

before the green light is on.

4 3 Welding time 2 Warming-up time 1 0

Pipe wall thickness in mm

Visually check the welding joint

Incorrect: Uneven welding heat.

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Butt welding by machine

A Geberit Media or Universal welding machine must be used.

size of the pipe.

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Preparation for electrofusion Cut the pipe square.

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A Geberit Electrofusion machine ESG 40/200 (240v or 115v) must be used.

Connect electrofusion machine, start

Electrofusion sleeve coupling

welding procedure. Welding time approximately 70 90 seconds.

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A Geberit starter switch ESG T2 must be used.

Geberit starter switch ESG-T2 230 V/50 Hz

Mark insertion length 75mm with a grease pencil.

Mount centering rings to ensure proper welding.

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Conversion to a slip coupling

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x Length x varies with the diameter.

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Available from 50 to 315mm. Connection properties a c Rigid, mechanical joint. Demountable.

Loose flange Nut and Bolt Seal

Flange adapter Blind flange

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