Lining reduces lead leachingProblem:
Lead was leaching into drinking water systems in the City of Birmingham, Warwickshire, United Kingdom.Solution:
Morrison Utility Services, a leading U.K. utility service provider, used ePIPE from ACE DuraFlo Systems to coat 25 feet of 3/4-inch I.D. lead communication pipe running under a road, and lengths of 1/2-inch I.D. lead supply lines up to 35 feet. The process meets the U.K. Water Regulatory Advisory Scheme and Drinking Water Regulation 31 program. The epoxy is NSF-listed and IAPMO-approved for a two-hour return to service.
Result:
The coating cured in the allotted time. After it was inspected, water service was restored. 800/359-6369;
