ABS Piping Australian Presentation
dm = mean particle size,
Velocity of slurry U= mean slurry velocity,
Chemical resistance m/s
Chemical Resistance
ABS offers high
chemical resistance
Chemical resistance
charts are a guide only
Contaminated fluids can
be highly corrosive
Stress test recommended
Preferred material for
sewage treatment
processes
Ultra Violet Resistance
ABS is suitable for
outdoor installation
Surface discolouration
occurs only to a depth of
25m
Structure of pipe
wall is not weakened
Glossy appearance
changes to light grey
Maintenance is
reduced as there is
no need to paint
Questions?
Thermoplastic Piping Design
Comparison to Steel Thermal:
Comparison with Expansion/Contraction
GRP Cold Cut & Pull
Codes & Standards Unsustained Loads
Hydraulic Analysis Wind
Selection of Pipe Earthquake
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