Installation Manual - Future Pipe Industries

2.3. Storage of material
In order to avoid damage to the stacked pipes, the following rules are important:
A Do not lay the pipes directly on the ground, onto rails or concrete floors. Provide a flat surface.
Fig. 2.3.a.
B Ensure suitable supports are used for example wooden beams, measuring 10 x 5 cm. To avoid damage to
machined pipe ends, stacking should be undertaken with care. The machined ends must be protected for example
by polyethylene covered straw mats or polyethylene netting. The socket and spigot ends must not touch each other.
C The pipes can be stacked economically by alternating the spigot and the socket, as illustrated below. In order to
avoid bending of the pipes, the beams should be laid directly above each other in a vertical line. Supports should
be spaced at a max. of 3 metre intervals and about 1 metre from each end. The width of the supports should be
at least 10 cm. The maximum allowable stack height is 1.5 metres. However, for diameters of 800 mm and above,
a maximum of 2 pipes may be stacked one on top of the other.
Fig. 2.3.b.
~1m.
max. 3m.
D If the product is stacked too high for long storage periods (6-12 months) and subjected to high temperatures,
the supports may cause flattening. It is recommended that the product ( in particular machined parts) is stored
under tarpaulins or (white) polyethylene sheeting.
E Pipe stacks should have side supports or blocks to prevent rolling or slipping of the stack during stormy weather.
F Store rubber o-rings, gaskets, plastic locking strips, adhesive kits, resins, hardeners, woven roving and lubricants
in its original pack, below 35(C. Keep dry, away from frost, direct sunlight and ozone.
Observe the shelf life of the adhesives and resins. It is preferable to order these as required.
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max. 3m. ~1m.