TPI April 2009

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Microtunnelling and open cut sewer project

To transport the sewage to the new facility, additional piping networks are necessary. One of the most recent projects was the Jordan River Outfall Sewer. The primary purpose for this new line was to mitigate the capacity problems with the current DN 1200 line that has been in operation since the early 1980s. The project included approximately 1.2km of Hobas CC-GRP pipe DN 1200 and 16 DN 2000 manholes. The installation was mostly direct bury with several tunnelling installations of Hobas pipes through steel casings. On both occasions the pipe installed well and had no problems with visible deflection and joint leakage, according to Bart LaMont, project manager, Allied Construction and Development.

well into the future. As a result, local municipalities are taking a closer look at their current infrastructure. The South Valley Sewer District (SVSD), which encompasses the southern third of Salt Lake County, is investing roughly €1.9 million in its infrastructure. District municipalities reportedly have more than 4,400 building lots that are not yet connected to the existing system. To solve the problem, relief lines and new facilities, including a wastewater treatment plant, are being designed and constructed. Since March 2002, SVSD officials have been seeking approval for a treatment plant located in Riverton that will enable them to keep pace with the growth in southwest Salt Lake County.

Over 20 million people visit the resorts of Utah, USA, to enjoy ‘the best snow in the world’ during ski season. As well as an increase in tourism, Utah has been experiencing significant growth, and this trend is expected to continue

Hobas CC-GRP pipes feature simple, ▼ ▼ push-to-fit couplings

Unifit Boru Baglanti is a manufacturer and wholesaler of seamless steel pipe fittings and flanges. Using state-of- the-art technology and experienced staff, the company manufactures Unifit branded products with high quality standards. Once established in the domestic market, the company extended its activities abroad, and currently exports to Europe and the Middle East. Unifit’s production activities occupy a 6,000m 2 area, with nearby highways and cargo ports, giving the company a logistical advantage. The company is based in Turkey, which is a member of the European Customs Union and in negotiations for permanent membership of the European Union. Sister company Burak Boru, a seamless carbon steel stockist, supplies all of Unifit’s product ranges. Occupying a leading position in the sector of seamless steel pipe trading Seamless pipe and fittings

A selection of products from Unifit S S

with its stock and sales volume, the company supports many industrial sectors, such as automotive, HVAC installations, construction, and naval architecture. With the basic principle of covering material demands based on dimensions, quality, and quantity on time, the company determines its stock policy according to customer requests. The company has a 45,000m 2 stocking area, with stock capacity of 30,000 tons. All materials supplied by Burak Boru are tested in the manufacturing factory and are certificated according to EN, DIN, ASTM, API and GOST standards. The company has a quality management system, and has been certified to ISO 9001:2000.

Burak Boru supplies all of Unifit’s product ranges ▼ ▼

Unifit Boru Baglanti – Turkey info@unifit.com.tr • www.unifit.com.tr

Burak Boru – Turkey info@burakboru.com • www.burakboru.com

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