Challenges and Opportunities for Innovation in the Public Works ...

Pipe Loop System
4,
Innovative
Ideas for the
Operation,
Maintenance,
& Repair of
Army Facilities
Above: Compared with a new pipe, a pipe Insert from the Pipe
Loop System shows the effects of the water after a 90-day
period. Left: The Pipe Loop System In easily assembled with
off-the-shelf materials and mounted on a wall.
Inexpensive Technology Solves Expensive Testing Problem
PROBLEM: Testing potable water in distribution systems at installations is difficult and
expensive. Testing is required to determine:
"* Overall water quality, including lead and copper content
"* Optimal chemical treatment to reduce corrosion
"* Interactive effects of water and pipe.
TECHNOLOGY: The Pipe Loop System allows testing of multiple chemical treatments and their
effects on pipe materials.
DEMO SITES: o Fort Ord, CA - FY88 o Fort Bragg, NC - FY88
o Fort Irwin, CA - FY89 a Fort Lewis, WA - FY89
o Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD - FY89
BENEFITS: o Meets testing criteria of environmental regulations
a Extends the life of existing water distribution systems by providing information
needed to develop the least expensive chemical treatment that reduces
corrosion
9 Monitors test results easily and inexpensively.
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