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<strong>Technology</strong>/Method Symmetrical Reduction PE Close Fit Liner<br />

reconnected, and the completed line is pressure tested, disinfected and returned<br />

to service. Access points are backfilled and reinstated.<br />

QA/QC • Prior to installation <strong>of</strong> InsituGuard, CCTV inspection <strong>of</strong> the main is needed to<br />

locate any obstructions, protrusion, changes in diameter or in-line valves that<br />

could affect the InsituGuard.<br />

• After installation, InsituGuard is inspected again visually with CCTV, and any<br />

abnormalities are noted.<br />

• For the post-installation pressure test, InsituGuard is subjected to an internal<br />

pressure equal to twice the known operating pressure, or operating pressure<br />

plus 50 psi, whichever is less.<br />

• After a stabilization period, the test period is one hour. Limit on make-up<br />

water to maintain pressure is 20 gallons per inch diameter per mile <strong>of</strong> pipe per<br />

day.<br />

IV. Operation and <strong>Main</strong>tenance Requirements<br />

O&M Needs Be<strong>for</strong>e returning the InsituGuard to service, <strong>for</strong> potable water, the system shall be<br />

Repair Requirements <strong>for</strong><br />

Rehabilitated Sections<br />

disinfected in accordance with local standards.<br />

Excavate, remove the damaged portion <strong>of</strong> InsituGuard and host pipe (if necessary),<br />

install end couplers and bridge the previously damaged location with new pipe and<br />

couplers as required.<br />

V. Costs<br />

Key Cost Factors The most costly material is the pipe.<br />

Case Study Costs Not available<br />

VI. Data Sources<br />

References http://www.insitu<strong>for</strong>m.com/default.aspx<br />

http://www.insitu<strong>for</strong>m.com/content/309/insituguard---pressure-pipe.aspx<br />

http://www.insitu<strong>for</strong>m.com/content/312/polyflex_installation.aspx<br />

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