WK63070 - New Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Saddle Fittings for Vacuum-Assisted Heat Fusion Joining to Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe

Work Item

ASTM WK63070

New Specification for Polyethylene (PE) Saddle Fittings for Vacuum-Assisted Heat Fusion Joining to Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe

1. Scope

This specification covers Polyethylene (PE) Saddle Fittings for Vacuum-Assisted Heat Fusion Joining to Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe in IPS sizes. Included are requirements for materials, workmanship, dimensions, marking, sustained pressure, and burst pressure.

Keywords

sanitary sewer, Burst Pressure Testing

Rationale

This standard brings an innovative technical solution to sanitary sewer applications that establishes a leak-free, strong, ductile and durable joint to existing installations. Likely end-users will include construction contractors working for the asset owner to establish new services or to effect repairs.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: F17.10

Committee: F17

Staff Manager: Kevin Shanahan

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 04-12-2018

Technical Contact: Bryan Hauger

Item: 001

Ballot: F17.10 (20-08)

Status: Will Reballot Item