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Advantages of PEX Plumbing Systems Detailed in New Technical Document

March 8, 2024 - in News, Products, Water

PEX: State-of-the-Art for Potable Water; Historical Overview of Discontinued PB Piping Materials Also Examined   IRVING, Texas - March 7, 2024 -  A new technical document that addresses the critical  differences between crosslinked polyethylene…

Polyethylene Pipe Grades Discussed in New technical Document

November 20, 2023 - in Buildings, News, Structural components

Covers Performance Requirements and Details Comparisons   IRVING, TX - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today announced the publication of…

Compression Fit HDPE Pipe – Another Proven Pipeline Replacement Method

July 28, 2023 - in News, Projects

The new 36-inch HDPE pipe replaces the corroded ductile iron pipe in the Sioux Falls, SD sewer system.  Photo credit:  Murphy Pipeline  …

Donna Stoughton Leadership, Contributions and Dedication Recognized by Plastics Pipe Industry

July 13, 2023 - in Awards, News, People

List of Accomplishments Vast   IRVING, TX - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) has presented Donna Stoughton with its Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition for her many years and number of contributions to the industry.  Stoughton, who recently…

New Geothermal GSHP Piping Systems Document Available

June 6, 2023 - in News, Products

Parallel HDPE pipes installed as part of a buried geothermal header system. Photo courtesy of Geosource Energy Inc.   PPI Model Spec MS-7 Provides Up-To-Date Information IRVING, Texas - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) has released a new Model…

Plastics Pipe Institute Announces Annual Award Winners

May 23, 2023 - in Awards, Events, News

Record Number of Project Entries Sign of Industry Growth        IRVING, TX – May 23, 2023 – The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI), the major North American trade association representing the plastic pipe industry, has announced…

Improved AWWA C904 Important for Underground Potable PEX Water Service Line Installation

The updated AWWA C904-22 can help installers meet the rapidly growing need to replace lead pipes with PEX.  Photo courtesy of PPI-member company REHAU.   Helps with Push for Lead Pipe Replacement by PEX Fueled with $15 Billion in Fed Funds IRVING,…

Municipal Advisory Board Celebrates 15 Years

May 2, 2023 - in Corporate, News, People

MAB members celebrate the group’s 15th year anniversary at its recent meeting.   Group Continues to Expand HDPE Pipe Educational and Technical Programs IRVING, Texas – The Municipal Advisory Board – MAB – is celebrating its crystal anniversary. …

New Recycling Video Announced by the Plastics Pipe Institute

March 23, 2023 - in News, Water

The new animated video from the Drainage Division of the Plastics Pipe Institute shows how the industry uses recycled plastic to manufacture pipe for the infrastructure that can last more than 100 years.    Animated Tutorial Explains How PCR Is Used…

Updated ASTM Standard Available for HDPE HDD Projects

February 27, 2023 - in Buildings, Structural components

PPI Stresses Importance of Document for the Industry IRVING, TX - The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. (PPI) today came out with a statement supporting and stressing the importance of updated ASTM standard for using high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe in horizontal…