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05 Industry news Europe could double pipe recycling; Westlake/Axiall decision expected in mid-June; GF buys Indonesian pipemaker; Skipper expands PVC; Uponor wins PEX patent case
13 Corrugated pipe puts in a strong performance Corrugated pipe is a familiar sight in sewage and drainage applications – and is a major user of recycled polyethylene in the US. Lou Reade reports
23 Keeping the pressure on Whether it’s made from nylon, PEX, PVC-O or PE100, pipe that can withstand high pressures is appropriate for a wide range of applications. Lou Reade reports
29 In the round: pipe die technology From rotating dies to co-extrusion crossheads, the latest extrusion die technology ensures that pipes of all shapes and sizes are produced accurately and effi ciently
37 Putting it together Preparation is very important when joining plastic pipes – whether the pipeline is buried underneath the city or out in the desert. Lou Reade reports
47 Technology: Materials 48 Technology: Machinery 52 Extruder of the month: Tehno World 54 Dates for your diary
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