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PERMA-PIPE®/RICWIL®

PERMA-PIPE®/RICWIL®

PERMA-PIPE®/RICWIL®

Product catalog summary
Overview
DUAL-GARD D.I.™ is a factory-fabricated, insulated piping system designed for underground chilled, hot, or dual temperature water distribution. It features ductile iron service piping, polyurethane foam insulation, and a PVC or PE outer jacket.
Service Pipe Specifications
The ductile iron service pipe is available in Class 51 (3” and 4”) and Class 50 (6” - 24”) with a working pressure of 250 psi and a 100 psi surge allowance. It is cement lined and may have an asphaltic seal coating, conforming to ANSI/AWWA C104/A21.4 standards. SBR rubber gaskets are used for temperatures up to 150°F, while EPDM gaskets are available for up to 225°F. Pipes are provided in 18 to 20-foot nominal lengths.
Insulation Details
The system uses rigid closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation, filling the space between the service pipe and the outer jacket. It has a nominal density of 2 lb/ft³ and a thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.18 BTU-in/hr/ft²/°F at 73°F, with a closed-cell content of 90 to 95%.
Jacket Information
The outer jacket is made of PVC or PE, providing protection for the insulation and service pipe. It can withstand H-20 loading with two feet of cover and includes a factory-applied moisture barrier at the ends.
Fittings
Fittings are made from ductile iron and are available as push joint, mechanical joint, or restrained joint. They are rated to a minimum of 250 psi (3” - 12”) and 150 psi (14” - 24”), meeting ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.10 standards. Thrust blocks are required at all changes of direction.
Installation Procedures
Installation must follow manufacturer recommendations. Pipes should be anchored at connection points, and partial backfill should be done after installation, leaving joints exposed for inspection. Concrete thrust blocks must be poured at changes in direction or pipe size before testing. A hydrostatic test of 1.5 times the operating pressure is required for four hours. Final backfill should be free of large rocks, frozen earth, or foreign matter.
General Notes
The system is suitable for underground chilled or hot water applications, with specific requirements for insulation and jacket materials based on pipe size. The information is subject to change, and PERMA-PIPE, Inc. does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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PERMA-PIPE®/RICWIL®-1

PERMA-PIPE / RICWIL Preinsulated Piping Systems DUAL-GARD D.I. ™ For Underground Chilled Water and Low Temperature Hot Water Installations . Ductile Iron Service Pipe Provides High Corrosion Resistance for Underground Applications . Closed-Cell Polyurethane Foam Insulation Offers Low Heat Loss and High Resistance to Water Absorption . Outer PVC or PE Jacket Protects Insulation and Service Pipe PERMA-PIPE® / RICWIL® DUAL-GARD D.I.TM is a factory fabricated, insulated piping system designed for underground chilled, hot or dual temperature water distribution. The system consists of ductile iron service piping with integral, gasketed bell joint, polyurethane foam insulation and a PVC or PE outer jacket. DUAL-GARD D.I.TM Features Service Pipe Ductile Iron (D.I.) service pipe is supplied in Class 51 (3” and 4”) and Class 50 (6” - 24”) with a working pressure of 250 psi,plus a 100 psi surge allow-ance. The service pipe is cement lined with or without asphaltic sealcoating depending on application/ specification to A N S I / AW WA C104/A21.4 standards. The exterior is asphaltic coated. SBR rubber gaskets are designed for constant operation up to 150°F. EPDM gaskets are available for operating temperatures to 225°F. Pipe is furnished in 18 foot to 20 foot nominal lengths. Insulation Rigid closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation completely fills the annular space between the service pipe and the outer jacket, providing low thermal conductivity and high resistance to water absorption. Insulation nominal density is 2 lb/ft3. The coefficient of thermal conductivity (K) is 0.18 BTUin/hr/ft2/°F at 73°F. Closed-cell content is 90 to 95%. Jacket Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) or polyethylene (PE) plastic outer jacket provides tough, rigid yet flexible protection for both the insulation and the service pipe. Jackets can withstand H-20 loading with two feet of cover and ends have a factory-applied moisture barrier. Fittings Fittings are push joint, mechanical joint or restrained joint and manufactured from ductile iron. Fittings are rated to a minimum of 250 psi (3” - 12”) and 150 psi (14” - 24”) and meet applicable requirements of ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.10. Push joint and mechanical joint components are in accordance with ANSI/AWWA C110/A21.11. All fittings are cement lined depending on a p p l i c a t i o n s / s p e c i f i c a t i o n s . Exteriors are coated with asphalt. Thrust blocks are required at all changes of direction for push joint and mechanical joint systems.

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PERMA-PIPE®/RICWIL®-2

DUAL-GARD D.I.™ Spec & Data Factory Applied Moisture Barrier- -Polyurethane Foam Insulation ^Ductile Iron Service Pipe Undisturbed Trench Wall Ductile Iron Service Pipe Concrete Thrust Block Field Installed Prior To Hydrostatic Testing DUAL -GARD D.I.™ Product Data * Gain/Loss expressed in Btu/hr per foot of length All underground chilled water or hot water pipe shall be the PERMA-PIPE / RICWIL® DUAL- GARD D.I.™ System composed of integral sealed 18 or 20 foot (nominal) units of cement lined and asphaltic seal coated* ductile iron pipe, insulated with polyurethane foam and cov- ered with a PVC...

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