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‡ Fuseal II

‡ Fuseal

Easy and Reliable Solution for CorrosiveWaste Piping Systems

Electrofusion and Mechanical Joining of Pipe

and Fittings

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Flame RetardantPolypropyleneThe +GF+ Fuseal flame retardantpolypropylene compound yields acombination of high chemical resis-tance, toughness and high strength atelevated temperatures.

Excellent Corrosion, Chemicaland Environment Resistance+GF+ Fuseal is resistant to the corro-sive action of alkalis, alcohols, acids,solvents and salt solutions. Dilute min-eral acids and aqueous solutions ofacid salts, which are so destructive tomost metals, have no affect on the+GF+ Fuseal system. In general, +GF+Fuseal is attacked only by strong oxi-dizing acids and weakened by cer-tain organic solvents and chlorinatedhydrocarbons. +GF+ Fuseal will notrust, pit, scale, corrode or be affectedby electrolysis.

In above ground installations, the pig-mentation protects the system fromsunlight. The pigmentation is highlyresistant to ultraviolet radiation and isheat-stabilized to provide long lifewhile handling hot reagents.

Applications+GF+ Fuseal’s excellent chemical andphysical properties make the systemideal for handling corrosive chemicalwaste solutions present in laboratoryand industrial DWV applications.+GF+ Fuseal is suitable for use inchemical and industrial plants as wellas in hospital and university laborato-ries where mixtures of acids, basesand solvents are drained.

‡ Fuseal Offers:

• Electrofusion andMechanical JointSystem

• Handles corrosivedrainage fluids up to212°F (100°C) inter-mittently

• High chemical andcorrosion resistance

• Flame retardantPolypropylene

• Highly reliable,multiple fusion tech-nologies that offer themost innovative andadvanced in theindustry

Improved ‡ FusealFusion CollarThe +GF+ Fuseal Process has beenimproved through the development ofthe +GF+ Fuseal fusion collar. Thenew fusion collar provides the samejoint as the original +GF+ Fuseal coil,however, it can be made in less time.The many improved benefits include:• Fast positive electrical connection

with a duplex clear plug• Simple insertion of pipe without coil

removal• Elimination of socket sanding• Elimination of the temporary band

clamp — clamps are provided withfusion collars for sizes 1 1/2"–3"

• Rotation of fusion collar allowsexact positioning of the duplex plug

• Ability to dry fit an entire systemprior to fusion

The Perfect UnionAn engineer or contractor cancombine the benefits of the +GF+Fuseal electro-fusion joint and themechanical joint in a single system.+GF+ Fuseal can be used ininaccessible areas and the +GF+Fuseal mechanical joint works wellunder bench where speed ofinstallation or future disassembly isneeded.

The same MSA 250SE or MSA250EX machine can be used to fusethe +GF+ PPro-Seal Natural Polypro-pylene Piping System and the Fuseal25/50 PVDF System. +GF+ PPro-Sealis a pressure system (up to 150 psi,10 bar) which can handle basicallythe same fluids as +GF+ Fuseal.

The +GF+ Fuseal 25/50 PVDFSystem offers pipe and fittings thatcan not only handle high temperatures(up to 280° F) and a wide range ofchemicals, but is also flame retardantand does not generate smoke.

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‡ Fuseal IIMechanical JointMake fast, leakproof joints in twoeasy steps. Slide the nut, grab ringand seal ring on the pipe. Insert thepipe into the socket and tighten 1/2turn past hand tight. That’s it!As the nut is tightened, the grab ringgrips and cuts a retaining groove inthe pipe. Further tightening seals thepolypropylene ring to ensure a leak-proof joint.

This simple method of joining cutsinstallation time in half and requiresno hot water, electricity, or pipegrooving.

MSA 250SE / MSA 250EXThe MSA 250SE and the MSA250EX represent the most ad-vanced fusion technology in theindustry, featuring advanced trans-former technology. This unit can beused to join all George FischerSloane polypropylene products,including Fuseal II, Fuseal Squared,PPro-Seal, and Fuseal 25/50 PVDF.The MSA 250 can run on bothnetwork (110v/60Hz) and genera-tor power sources.

All required fusion parameters areprogrammed into the MSA 250 bysimply scanning a barcode specificto each fitting. Barcodes also pro-vide the capability to perform pro-gram updates for new products inthe field.

The MSA 250 has multiple jointcapability as well as a built-in fail-safe mode.

Double Containment Systemfor Optimum ProtectionFor optimum protection of the environ-ment the +GF+ Fuseal System can becombined with the unique +GF+Contain-It Double Containment Sys-tem. Due to its split fittings and pipe,the clear PVC system can be installedeven after the +GF+ Fuseal System istested.

Product RangeFittings Connection Dimensions Material

• Fuseal II New Electrofusion 1 1/2" - 6" Flame RetardantProcess Polypropylene

• Fuseal LD Original Electrofusion 8"/10"/12" Non Flame Retardant(Large Diameter) Process Polypropylene

• Fuseal MJ Mechanical 1 1/2" - 4" Flame Retardant(Mechanical Joint) Polypropylene

Pipes Dimensions Material

• Schedule 40 1 1/2" - 8" Flame Retardant(Bluish Color) Polypropylene

• Schedule 40 1 1/2" - 12" Non Flame Retardant(Black Color) Polypropylene

• Schedule 80 1 1/2" - 12" Non Flame Retardant(Black Color) Polypropylene

MSA 250 FusionControl Unit• Developed using

proven technologywith a global part-ner, Breutsch Elec-tronics, Inc.

• Advanced trans-former technologyallows lightweightdesign

• Fuses on both net-work and generatorpower sources

• Easy operationbased on scanningbarcodes

• Program updatesfor new productsperformed in thefield

• Operates on 110v/60Hz power source

• Built-in fail-safemode

• Multiple joint capa-bility

• Digital read-out forall pertinent operat-ing parameters

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Fuseal II products are all manufacturedof polypropylene, a material that isknown to have wide acceptance as asuperior thermoplastic material forhandling harsh, corrosive fluids.

Because of the chemical resistance,solvent cementing is not an option forthis heavy duty material. Thus, GeorgeFischer engineers developed a coilfusion process to easily and effectivelyjoin these systems.

Following are brief descriptions of thefeatures of these systems.

Fuseal IIFuseal II is available in sizes 11/2" - 12".It handles temperatures up to 180°F.

Fuseal II is resistant to the corrosiveaction of alkalies, alcohols, acids,solvents and salt solutions. Dilute mineralacids and aqueous solutions of acidsalts, which are so destructive to mostmetals, have no effect on the Fuseal IIsystem.

In general, Fuseal II is attacked only bystrong oxidizing acids and weakened bycertain organic solvents and chlorinatedhydrocarbons. Fuseal II will not rust, pit,scale, corrode or be affected by elec-trolysis.

In above ground installations the pig-mentation is highly resistant to ultra-violet radiation and is heat-stabilized to

provide long life while handling hotreagents.

The Fuseal II flame retardant polypropy-lene compound yields a combination ofhigh chemical resistance, toughness andhigh strength at elevated temperatures.

Fuseal II's excellent chemical andphysical properties make the systemideal for use in chemical and industrialplants as well as hospital and universitylaboratories. In fact, all major pharma-ceutical and universities have Fusealinstallations currently installed.

The following features make Fuseal IIfaster and easier to install than ouroriginal Fuseal piping system.

• Fast electrical connection with theduplex plug.

• Fusion collar stays on fitting—pipeinserts easily without the extra step ofremoving the coil and placing it onthe pipe.

• Plastic clamps are provided with 11/2"through 3" fusion collars. Metal bandclamps are available for 4"–12"fittings. Both styles of clamps allowfor dry-fitting of the entire systemprior to fusing.

• Fusion collar is rotatable to allowexact positioning of the duplex plug.

• Band clamps on each socket allowdry fit of entire system before fusion.

Fuseal LDFuseal LD is our large diameter Fusealpiping system. This is available in 8", 10"and 12" sizes and it utilizes our originalfusion process. Also made of flameresistant polypropylene, Fuseal LD offersall the basic system benefits of Fuseal II.

Fuseal MJFuseal MJ is our mechanical joint system.It is available in sizes 11/2" - 4". Thissystem is also made of the same flameretardant material as our Fuseal IIsystem, however, there is no fusionprocess. The joints are mechanicallyjoined for a nonpermanent joint in easilyaccessible locations, such as under sinks.

System Overview

Band Clamp

Fusion Collar

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Cord to power supply

Display screen

Barcode pen

Power cableto fitting

Scroll button

Start button

MSA 250 Electrofusion Unit

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Specifications and Materials Properties

General SpecificationPart 1 — General

Special Waste Pipe and FittingsSpecial Waste and Vent Pipe and FittingSystem shall be +GF+ Fuseal polypropy-lene as manufactured by GeorgeFischer Sloane, Inc. in Little Rock, Arkan-sas as described below. Piping installedbelow grade shall be non-flame retar-dant polypropylene. Pipe and fittingsinstalled above grade shall be flameretardant polypropylene.

Quality AssuranceThe Fuseal system shall be manufac-tured to the following ASTM Standards:

D 4101 - Standard Specification forPropylene Plastic Injection and ExtrusionMaterials.D 3311 - Standard Specification forDrain, Waste and Vent (DWV) PlasticFittings Pattern.D 1785 - Standard Specification for(PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedule 40, 80 and120 (Dimensional requirements only).D 1599 - Test Method for Short-TimeHydraulic Failure Pressure of Plastic Pipe,Tubing and Fittings.D 2122 Test Method of DeterminingDimensions of ThermoplasticPipe and Fittings.

F 1290 - Standard Practice forElectrofusion Joining Polyolefin Pipe andFittings.F 1412 - Standard Specification forPolyolefin Pipe and Fittings forCorrosive Waste Drainage Systems.

SubmittalsCatalog Data: Contractor shall sub-mit___ copies of manufacturer's litera-ture on the Fuseal II and Fuseal LDsystems. The literature shall containcomplete and current installationinstructions.

Part 2 — Product

ManufacturerThe laboratory corrosive drainagewaste and vent system shall be Fuseal II(11/2"-6") and Fuseal LD (8", 10" & 12")as manufactured by George FischerSloane, Inc.

MaterialsThe products described in this specifica-tion consist of:

A. Pipe and fittings made of flameretardant polypropylene joined byelectrical fusion coils made ofconductive metal wire coated withpolypropylene and molded into aflame retardant polypropylene fusioncollar.

B. Joining Method — The pipe andfittings are joined by use of theelectrical fusion collars energized bya low-voltage power supply.

C. Basic Materials — This specificationcovers flame retardant polypropy-lene (PPFR) pipe and fittings madefrom PPFR plastic, as defined inASTM D 4101 Propylene PlasticInjection and Extrusion Materials.Flammability requirements are basedon ASTM

D 635, Standard Test Method forRate of Burning and/or Extent andTime of Burning of self supportingplastics in a horizontal position.

D. Compound — The PPFR compoundused in the pipe and fittings coveredby this specification shall meet therequirements of Class PP110B63153material as described in ASTM

D 4101 . As other compounds areshown to be suitable for theseproducts, such compounds will beadded to this specification.

Fuseal II and Fuseal LDSuggested SpecificationGuide

The following guide specifications canbe used when preparing project ordersor inquiries for George Fischer, Fuseal IIand Fuseal LD, Corrosive Waste PipingSystem. Two forms are included:a general and a short form specifica-tion.

Sample Short FormFuseal II PipingSpecification

All Fuseal II fittings shallbe as manufactured byGeorge Fischer Sloane,Inc. so that they arecompatible with Fusealpipe. All Fuseal pipeshall conform to thedimensional require-ments of ASTM D-1785for schedule 40/80pipe as produced byGeorge Fischer Sloane,Inc. The Fuseal II systemshall be joined by useof electrical resistancecoils energized by avariable low voltagepower supply. TheFuseal II fusion collarwill have an integralelectrical resistancecoil which is joined tothe power supply via aduplex connector. Eachfusion collar will befurnished with a bandclamp.

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A. Pipe Dimensions — Requirement, pipeshall be produced to Schedule 40and Schedule 80 Iron Pipe Sizesdimensional standards and shallmeet the dimension and tolerancesfor outside diameter.

B. Fittings, Design and Dimensions —Requirements, fittings design shall bebased upon the laying length dimen-sions in ASTM D 3311 DWV PlasticFitting Patterns.

C. Electrical Fusion Collars (11/2"- 6") —Each coil shall consist of polypropy-lene jacketed wire, mandrel woundand heat fused on the outer surfaceand molded into a self-supportingfusion collar with an integral duplexreceptacle. Each collar shall beprovided with a ratchet style plasticclamp for sizes up to 3". 4" and 6"fittings will require the use of the steelband clamps that must be orderedseparately.

D. Electrical Fusion Coils (8"-12") —Each coil shall consist of polypropy-lene jacketed wire, mandrel woundand heat fused on the outer surface.These coils shall be inserted andtaped in place within the fusionsockets of all LD fitings at the factory.Properly sized steel band clamps(ordered separately) will be requiredfor proper fusion of fittings to pipeduring installation.

E. Pipe Markings — Schedule 40 PPFR,Flame Retardant, shall be bluish incolor, Group 1-63153, manufacturedin 10-foot lengths. Schedule 40 PPRO,Non-Flame Retardant, shall be blackin color, Group 1-53653 manufac-tured in 20-foot lengths. Schedule 80PPRO, Non-Flame Retardant shall beblack in color, Group 2-53653manufactured in 20-foot lengths.

All previously listed lengths of pipeshall be marked with +GF+, Fuseal,NSF-CW-SE, Pipe Size, Schedule,Type, Quality Control Mark and becompatible with the coil fusionmethod.

F. Fittings — Shall be legibly markedwith molded-on letters showingmanufacturer’s trademark, pipe sizeof each socket, manufacturer’s partnumber, NSF-CW-SE and symbolPPFR indicating the material.

Part 3 — Execution

InstallationA. Fuseal II, Fuseal MJ and Fuseal LD

pipe and fittings shall be installedaccording to the current installationinstructions as published by themanufacturer.

B. A manufacturer’s representative, whohas been certified as a traininginstructor, shall be at the site prior tothe day the piping system installationis to commence. A manufacturer’srep. will perform a complete trainingsession on the proper method ofinstallation for the piping system.Upon completion of the training, theinstallers will be given a test on theitems covered in the session. Personssuccessfully completing the test shallbe given a laminated card whichcertifies them for one year as install-ers of the Fuseal piping system.

TestingJoints may be pressure tested 10 minutesafter fusing, (30 minutes for 10" and12"). Test in accordance with localplumbing codes. All sections of thesystem shall be tested with a maximumof 30-foot head of water.

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Fuseal MJ SuggestedSpecification Guide

The following guide specifications canbe used when preparing project ordersor inquiries for George Fischer, FusealMechanical Joint (MJ) Piping System.Two forms are included:a general and a short form specification.

General Specification

Part 1 — General

Special Waste Pipe and FittingsSpecial Waste and Vent Pipe and FittingSystem shall be +GF+ Fuseal polypropy-lene as manufactured by George FischerSloane, Inc. in Little Rock, Arkansas asdescribed below. Pipe and fittingsinstalled above grade shall be flameretardant polypropylene.

Quality AssuranceThe Fuseal systems shall be manufac-tured to the following ASTM Standards:

D 4101 - Standard Specification forPropylene Plastic Injectionand Extrusion Materials.

D 3311 - Standard Specification forDrain, Waste and Vent (DWV)Plastic Fittings Pattern.

D 1785 - Standard Specification for(PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedule40, 80 and 120 (Dimensionalrequirements only).

D 1599 - Test Method for Short-TimeHydraulic Failure Pressure ofPlastic Pipe, Tubing andFittings.

D 2122 Test Method of DeterminingDimensions of ThermoplasticPipe and Fittings.

F 1290 - Standard Practice forElectrofusion Joining PolyolefinPipe and Fittings.

F 1412 - Standard Specification forPolyolefin Pipe and Fittings forCorrosive Waste DrainageSystems.

SubmittalsCatalog Data: Contractor shall sub-mit___ copies of manufacturer's litera-ture on the Fuseal MJ system. Theliterature shall contain complete andcurrent installation instructions.

Part 2 — Product

ManufacturerPipe and Fittings in exposed or easilyaccessible locations may be joined withthe George Fischer Sloane MechanicalJoint System.

MaterialsThe products described in this specifica-tion consist of:

A. Pipe and fittings made of flameretardant polypropylene. The fittingsinclude a seal ring made of polypro-pylene based material and a grabring made of Ryton® (trademark ofPhillips Petroleum).

B. Joining Method — The pipe andfittings shall be installed according tothe current MJ installation instructions.

C. Basic Materials — This specificationcovers flame retardant polypropylene(PPFR) pipe and fittings made fromPPFR plastic, as defined in ASTMD 4101 Propylene Plastic Injectionand Extrusion Materials. Flammabilityrequirements are based on ASTMD 635, Standard Test Method forRate of Burning and/or Extent andTime of Burning of self supportingplastics in a horizontal position.

D. Compound — The PPFR compoundused in the pipe and fittings coveredby this specification shall meet therequirements of Class PP110B63153material as described in ASTMD 4101 . As other compounds areshown to be suitable for theseproducts, such compounds will beadded to this specification.

Part 3 — Execution

InstallationA. Fuseal Mechanical Joint fittings shall

be installed according to currentFuseal Mechanical Joint installationInstructions.

Sample Short FormFuseal, MechanicalJoint in AccessibleLocationsSpecification

The system shall be madeof flame retardantpolypropylene pipe andfittings and in concealedlocations shall be joinedby the George FischerFuseal method. Inexposed or easilyaccessible location,George Fischer FusealMechanical joint fittingsmay be used. All flameretardant polypropylenepipe and fittings shallconform to GeorgeFischer, Inc. specifications.Installation and test shallbe in accordance withthe manufacturer'srecommendations andthe governing local code.

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‡ Fuseal IIB. A manufacturer’s representative,

who has been certified as atraining instructor, shall be at thesite prior to the day the pipingsystem installation is to commence.A manufacturer’s rep. will performa complete training session on theproper method of installation forthe piping system. Upon comple-tion of the training, the installerswill be given a test on the itemscovered in the session. Personssuccessfully completing the testshall be given a laminated cardwhich certifies them for one yearas installers of the Fuseal pipingsystem.

TestingJoints may be pressure tested afterassembly. Test in accordance with localplumbing codes. All sections of thesystem shall be tested with a minimumten foot head of water up to a maximumthirty foot head of water.

Material Physical Properties

Material — Group 1 63153Homopolymer Pipe GradeGeorge Fischer Sloane flame retardantpolypropylene, when tested per ASTMD 635 shows an average time of burningof under 5 seconds (actual 2.72 sec-onds) and an average extent of burningof under 5 millimeters (actual 1 .8 mm). Itis recognized that small scale laboratorycombustibility tests do not necessarilyindicate the burning characteristics ofthe material in an actual building fire.This material ceases to burn when theigniting flame source is removed. It is notnon-combustible.

Schedule 40 (Blue)Flame Retardant — Group 1Homopolymer ASTM Test No.D 792 Specific Gravity @ 23°C 0.94

D 638 Tensile Yield Strength @2 in./min., psi 4500

D 256 Izod Impact 23°C, (73°F)ft.lb./in. 1 .0

D 790 Flexural Modulus Proc.B - 1 % Secant, psi 200,000

D 785 Hardness, Rockwell R 80

D 648 Heat Distortion Temp.@ 264 psi 167°F, 75°C

D 635 Flammability:Average time of burning - lessthan 5mm, actual 2.7 seconds

Average extent of burning - lessthan 5mm, actual 1 .8mm

D 2843 Smoke Density:Maximum Smoke Density 88.7Rating, % 67.8

D 694 Coefficient of LinearExpansion @ 0-150°F, 6.1(in. /in.°F x 10-5)(-17°C - 62°C)

C 177 Thermal ConductivityBTU/hr. sq. ft./°F/in. 1 .3

D 570 Water Absorption, % 0.03

D 1238 Melt Flow Rate, g/10min.@ 230°C 0.05

D 638 Elongation at Break, % 200

D 4101 Polypropylene Molding& Extrusion Material B63153

Schedule 40 (Black)Non-Flame Retardant — Group 1Homopolymer ASTM Test No.D 792 Specific Gravity @ 23°C 0.91

(73°C) (g/cm3)

D 638 Tensile Yield Strength @2 in./min.,psi 5,000

D 256 Izod Impact @ 23°C, (73°F)ft.lb./in. 2.2

D 747 Stiffness-Flexural, 108 psi 1 .7



C 177 Thermal Conductivity,BTU/hr. sq.ft./°F/in. 1 .3

D 694 Coefficient of LinearExpansion @150°F, (62°C) 5.0(in./in.°F x 10-5)

D 149 Dielectric Strength,volts/mil;ST 610Power Factor @ 60 cps 0.007

D 570 Water Absorptionin 24 hrs., % 1 .9

D 1693 Environmental StressCracking None

D 4101 Propylene Molding& Extrusion Materials B63153

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Schedule 80 (Black)Non-Flame Retardant — Group 2Copolymer ASTM Test No.

D 792 Specific Gravity @ 23°C 0.91

D 638 Tensile Yield Strength@ 2 in./min.,psi 3900

D 256 Izod Impact @ 23°C 8



C 177 Thermal Conductivity,BTU/hr. sq. ft./°F/in. 1 .15

D 694 Coefficient of LinearExpansion @ 68°F 6.1(in. / in. °F x 10-5)

D 570 Water Absorptionin 24 hrs., % 0.03

D 1694 Environmental StressCracking None

D 4101 Propylene molding& Extrusion Materials B53653

Fuseal Installation andEngineering Data

Thermal Expansion

CompensationTemperature changes in waste systemsdepend on the quantity and temperatureof the liquid waste discharged into thesystem. In general, the quantities ofwastes discharged through wastesystems in laboratories in educationalinstitutions will be relatively small (a fewgallons at a time), while industriallaboratories and processing systemsmay discharge large quantities of veryhot or very cold water.

Because polypropylene piping is not thebest conductor of heat, low volumedischarges will not raise the piping tothe temperature of the wastes, hence,the thermal induced length changes ingeneral will be less than expected. Highvolumes of wastes which take longer toflow through the piping will bring thesystem up to or close to the temperatureof the wastes.

Waste pipe also is subject to ambienttemperature changes. These changeswill be more pronounced during theconstruction period and generally willbe negligible after the laboratory isoccupied due to control of building

temperature and to the piping beingenclosed within wall and ceiling spaces.

Buried piping or piping in the crawlspaces under a building is subject to lessthan ambient temperatures and to thepiping being enclosed within wall andceiling spaces.

There are three methods of controlling orcompensating for thermal expansion ofFuseal corrosive waste systems:1 .) taking advantage of offsets andchanges of direction in the piping;2.) vertical expansion joint assemblies;3.) restraint of the system.

OffsetsMost waste systems have many shortruns of pipe with frequent changes indirection. Advantage may be taken ofthe changes in direction by allowingthermally induced length changes to betaken up in movement of the pipebeyond the bends.

Expansion loop and offset lengths, whichare dependent on pipe diameter, maybe obtained from the charts in twopages.

In areas of the system where this methodis used, support but do not rigidlyrestrain the piping at branches orchanges of direction. Do not anchor thepipe rigidly in walls. Holes through thestructure must allow for free movement.Figure A indicates the recommendedexpansion loop and offset configurationto be used with the charts on page 7.15dimensions.

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Schedule 40 (black) Non-Flame Retardant Homopolymer 11/2 – 10"

20 .48 .60 .72 .84 .96 1.08 1.2040 .96 1.20 1.44 1.68 1.92 2.16 2.6060 1.44 1.80 2.16 2.52 2.88 3.24 3.6080 1.92 2.40 2.88 3.36 3.84 4.32 4.80

100 2.40 3.00 3.60 4.20 4.80 5.40 6.00

Schedule 80 (black) Non-Flame Retardant Copolymer 11/2 – 12" andSchedule 40 (blue) Flame Retardant Homopolymer 11/2 – 8"

20 .59 .73 .88 1.02 1.17 1.32 1.9640 1.17 1.46 1.76 2.05 2.34 2.69 2.9360 1.76 2.20 2.64 3.07 3.51 3.95 4.3980 2.34 2.93 3.51 4.10 4.68 5.27 5.86

100 2.93 3.66 4.39 5.12 5.86 6.59 7.32

Temperature Change — ∆∆∆∆∆ T in °F40°F 50°F 60°F 70°F 80°F 90°F 100°F

Length(Feet)

Fuseal vertical expansion joint assem-blies are designed to absorb expansionand contraction in vertical piping runs inmulti-story buildings. The expansionjoints are factory assembled and consistof two components: 1) O-ring fitting with

Thermal Expansion — Fuseal

pre-lubricated EPDM O-Ring gasketjoint; 2) piston spigot. They are avail-able in 11/2”, 2”, 3” and 4” sizes. Verticalexpansion joint assemblies are quicklyand easily installed by means of ourstandard Fuseal joining process.

Vertical Expansion Joint Assemblies

Note: Table based on: ∆L = 12 eL ∆T

Example:

Highest Temperature Expected 120°FLowest Temperature Expected 50°FTotal Change ∆T 70°FLength of Run — 40 ft.From 70°F column, read 1.68 inches length change, ∆L

Where:

*e = Coefficient of Thermal Expansion = 5 x 10-5 in./in.°F**e= Coefficient of Thermal Expansion = 6.1 x 10-5 in./in.°FL = Length of Run, ft.∆T = Temperature Change, °F

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PipeSize(in.)

O.D. ofPipe(in.)

PolypropyleneFuseal

Length of Run (feet)

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Minimum Deflected Pipe Length (inches)

Fuseal Polypropylene Expansion Loops

1/2 0.840 17 25 30 35 39 43 46 49 52 553/4 1.050 19 27 34 39 43 48 51 55 58 61

1 1.315 22 31 38 43 49 53 57 61 65 6911/4 1.660 24 35 42 49 55 60 65 69 73 7711/2 1.900 26 37 45 52 58 64 69 74 78 83

2 2.375 29 41 51 58 65 72 77 83 88 923 3.500 35 50 61 71 79 87 94 100 106 1124 4.500 40 57 70 80 90 98 106 114 121 1276 6.625 49 69 84 98 109 119 129 138 146 1548 8.625 56 79 96 111 124 136 147 157 167 176

10 10.750 62 88 108 124 139 152 164 176 186 19612 12.750 68 96 117 135 151 166 179 191 203 214

PipeSize(in.)

O.D. ofPip(in.)

PolypropyleneFuseal

Length of Run (feet)

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Minimum Deflected Pipe Length (inches)

Fuseal Polypropylene Offsets and Change of Directions

1/2 0.840 25 35 43 49 55 60 65 69 74 783/4 1.050 27 39 48 55 61 67 73 78 82 87

1 1.315 31 43 53 61 69 75 81 87 92 9711/4 1.660 35 49 60 69 77 85 91 98 104 10911/2 1.900 37 52 64 74 83 90 98 104 111 117

2 2.375 41 58 72 83 92 101 109 117 124 1313 3.500 50 71 87 100 112 123 133 142 150 1594 4.500 57 80 98 114 127 139 150 161 171 1806 6.625 69 98 119 138 154 169 183 195 207 2188 8.625 79 111 136 157 176 193 208 223 236 249

10 10.750 88 124 152 176 196 215 232 249 264 27812 12.750 96 135 166 191 214 234 253 271 287 303

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Restraint is rigidly anchoring the piperuns to the building structure at appro-priate places so that thermally induceddimension changes will be replaced bythermally induced stresses. This can beaccomplished by use of adequatelystrong clamps or supports to hold thepipe in place. The appended Table 4shows the forces to be resisted. Forhorizontal runs, braced clamp typehangers may be used. For floor penetra-tions, extension riser clamps may beused.

Underground installation in properlybackfilled trenches may be considered

to be a restrained system and notsubject to thermally induced dimensionalchanges.

It should be noted that two unusualproperties of polypropylene make forthe success of these methods of handlingthermal expansion. Polypropylene is notsubject to stress cracking. It can bestressed for long periods of time in whatmight be considered unfriendly environ-ments without harm. In addition,nolypropylene has an extremely highfatigue life. Its “self-hinge” characteristicsare well known and the piping materialswill stand repeated drastic flexureswithout harm.

Expansion Loop and Offset Configuration for Polypropylene

Expansion Loop Expansion Offset Change of Direction

Restraint Force, (lbs.)

Schedule 40 *Schedule 80NominalSize(in.)

11/2 .799 400 800 1.068 534 10702 1.075 538 1080 1.477 739 14783 2.228 1110 2220 3.016 1510 30204 3.173 1590 3180 4.407 2200 44006 5.584 2790 5580 8.405 4200 84008* 8.399 4610 4220 12.763 7020 1404010* 11.908 6536 13070 18.922 10405 2081012* 15.745 8645 17290 16.035 14320 28640

A(in.2) ∆∆∆∆∆T=50°FS=500 psi

∆∆∆∆∆T=100°FS=1000 psi

A(in.2) ∆∆∆∆∆T=50°FS=500 psi

∆∆∆∆∆T=100°FS=1000 psi

NOTE: Table based on: S=e∆TE, F=A x S*Indicates copolymer polypropylene.

Where:

S = Thermal Stress, psiF = Restraint Force Necessary, lbs.A = Cross Sectional Area of Pipe Wall, in.2

∆T = Temperature Difference, °Fe = Coefficient Thermal Expansion = 5 x 10-5 in./in.°FE = Modulus of Elasticity = 2.0 x 105 psi*e = Coefficient Thermal Expansion = 6.1 x 10-5 in./in.°F*E = Modulus of Elasticity = 1.8 x 105 psi

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Instructions for Above Ground

The physical properties of polypropy-lene are such that it is excellent pipingmaterial and may be handled andinstalled in much the same manner asother materials.

Vertical Risers

1 . Piping may penetrate floors or slabsthrough sheet metal or steel pipesleeves with normal clearances.

2. Risers should be supported withstandard riser clamp or wall bracketat each floor or ten feet.

Horizontal Piping

1 . Piping should be installed in hangersso that the system will be free moving,or clamped where necessary tocontrol thermal expansion.

2. Conventional split ring or clevis typeband hangers may be used. Nospecial padding or isolation is re-quired.

3. Horizontal piping hangers must bespaced in accordance with thefollowing chart.

11/2 43/4 41/2 41/2 41/2 41/4 4 33/4

2 51/4 5 5 43/4 41/2 41/4 43 61/4 6 53/4 53/4 51/2 51/4 54 63/4 61/2 61/2 61/4 6 53/4 51/2

6 8 71/2 71/2 71/4 7 61/2 68 81/2 8 71/2 63/4 61/2 61/4 610 91/2 83/4 8 71/2 7 63/4 61/2

12 10 91/2 81/2 8 71/2 71/4 7

Temperature (°F)

73°F 120°F 140°F 160°F 180°F 200°F 210°F

PipeSize(in.)

Fuseal Support Spacing (feet)

Instructions for Underground

Trenching

1 . The bottom of the trench shall be ofstable material. Where ground wateris encountered, the bottom shall bestabalized with granular material of1/2” maximum particle size. A 4”cushion shall be placed over rock orhardpan.

2. Trench width—should be sufficient toprovide working room if pipe is to bejointed in the trench. Minimum widthmay be used if pipe is to be joinedbefore placing in ditch.

3. Trench depth—trenches under build-ing slabs should allow for 12” coverover the pipe. Trenches in exposedlocations should permit burial of pipeat least 12” below maximum ex-pected frost penetration. A minimumof 24” cover should be providedwhere pipe may be exposed toheavy overhead traffic. Applicableplumbing codes may require greatertrench depth and cover than techni-cally required.

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Trench Widths for Polypropylene

Note: W = Trench width at top of pipe.

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Bedding and Backfill Material

The backfill material surrounding thepipe shall be readily compactable andshall consist of coarse sand, sand withgravel or clay, sand that is free fromfrozen lumps, stone larger than 1/2” andexcessive fines, silt or clay. The materialshall fall within the Highway ResearchBoard Classification Group A-1, A-2(Plasticity Index less than 10) or A-3.

Bedding and Backfilling - ASTM D23211 . Bedding — Install in 6” maximum

layers. Level final grade by hand.Minimum depth 4” (6” in rock cuts).

2. Haunching — Install in 6” maximumlayers. Work around pipe by handto provide uniform support.

3. Initial Backfill — Install to a minimumof 6” above pipe crown.

4. Embedment Compaction — Minimumdensity 95% Standard Proctor perASTM D 698. Use hand tampers orvibratory compactors.

5. Final Backfill — Compact as requiredby the engineer.

Wc´ = ∆x(EI + 0.061 E´r3)80 r3

Wc´= Load Resistance of the Pipe, lb./ft.∆x = Deflection in Inches @ 5% (.05 x I.D.)E = Modulus of Elasticity = 2.0 x 105 psit = Pipe Wall Thickness, in.r = Mean Radius of Pipe (O.D. - t)/2

11/2 556 764 1375 1561

2 466 718 1161 1400

21/2 701 1005 1593 1879

3 614 988 1416 1772

31/2 578 1011 1318 1731

4 564 1055 1266 1735

5 555 1170 1206 1796

6 573 1313 1323 2028

8 638 1612 1319 2250

10 721 1944 1481 2649

12 809 2266 1676 3067

10 106 125 13620 138 182 21230 144 207 254

10 132 156 17020 172 227 26530 180 259 317

10 160 191 21020 204 273 32130 216 306 377

10 196 231 25220 256 336 39230 266 384 469

10 223 266 29320 284 380 46630 300 426 524

10 252 297 32420 328 432 50430 342 493 603

10 310 370 40720 395 529 62130 417 592 730

10 371 437 47720 484 636 74230 503 725 888

10 483 569 62120 630 828 96630 656 945 1156

10 602 710 77420 785 1032 120430 817 1177 1405

10 714 842 91820 931 1225 142930 969 1397 1709

Fuseal Soil Load and Pipe Resistance

Nom.Size

H=Heightof fillAbovePipe

Wc’ = Load Resistance of Pipe (lb./ft.) Wc = Soil Loads at VariousTrench Widths at Top of Pipe(lb./ft.)

E’ = 200 E’ = 700 E’ = 200 E’ = 700 (ft.) 2 ft 3 ft. 4 ft.

Schedule 40 Pipe Schedule 80 Pipe

E´ = Modulus of Passive Soil Resistance,psiH = Height of Fill Above Top of Pipe, ft.I = Moment of Inertia t3/12

Note 1: Figures arecalculated from minimumsoil resistance values (E’ =200 psi for uncompactedsandy clay loam) andcompacted soil (E’ = 700for side-fill soil that iscompacted to 90% or moreof Proctor Density for adistance of two pipediameters on each side ofthe pipe). If Wc’ is less thanWc at a given trenchdepth and width, then soilcompaction will benecessary.

Note 2: These are soilloads only and do notinclude live loads.

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Specification for the MSA 250SE

Part number MSA 250SE

Input Voltage 90-130 VAC Nominal Voltage: 110 V /Generator: 110-120 VAC NominalVoltage

Input Current 15 Amps

Output Voltage 0 to 45 VAC

Output Current 0 to 30 Amps

Power Consumption max. 1200 W nominal output

Generator Output Performance 2 KVA Sinusoidal (unipolar operation)depending on the fitting diameter

Back-up Fuse 10–16 AT depending on the fitting size

Fusion Voltage 3,7 -32 VAC galvanically separated

Protection Type Protection class 1/IP 65

Operating Temperature –10°C (14°F) to + 45°C (113°F)

Duty Cycle 100%

Dimensions Width: 280 mm (.91 ft.)Depth: 200 mm (.66 ft.)Height: 350 mm (1 .15 ft.)(measured inc. carrying handle)

Weight 11 .5 kg (24 lbs.) (with cables)

Power Cable Length 3 m (10 ft.)

Extension Cord Requirement 150’ (10 gauge/3 strand)

Specification for the MSA 250EX

Part number MSA 250EX

Input Voltage 200-250 VAC Nominal Voltage: 230 V /Generator: 210-230 VAC NominalVoltage

Input Current 15 Amps

Output Voltage 0 to 45 VAC

Output Current 0 to 30 Amps

Power Consumption max. 1200 W nominal output

Generator Output Performance 2 KVA Sinusoidal (unipolar operation)depending on the fitting diameter

Back-up Fuse 10–16 AT depending on the fitting size

Fusion Voltage 3,7 -32 VAC galvanically separated

Protection Type Protection class 1/IP 65

Operating Temperature –10°C (14°F) to + 45°C (113°F)

Duty Cycle 100%

Dimensions Width: 280 mm (.91 ft.)Depth: 200 mm (.66 ft.)Height: 350 mm (1 .15 ft.)(measured inc. carrying handle)

Weight 11 .5 kg (24 lbs.) (with cables)

Power Cable Length 3 m (10 ft.)

Extension Cord Requirement 150’ (10 gauge/3 strand)

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Testing MethodsThe following are common laboratorytests conducted on small samples ofplastic material and are useful incharacterizing and comparing differentplastics. However, these tests are of onlylimited use in predicting the behavior ofthe materials in real fire situations.

A. ASTM D 635 - Rate of Burning and/or Extent and Time of Burning of SelfSupporting Plastics in a HorizontalPosition.

One half inch wide by five inch longhorizontal specimens are exposed toa bunsen burner flame. The time ofburning and distance burned arerecorded. The results are reported asmeasured, except that the minimumtime of burning is reported as "lessthan five seconds" and the minimumextent of burning is reported as "lessthan five millimeters."

B. UL 94 - One half inch wide by fiveinch long vertical specimens areexposed repeatedly to a bunsenburner flame. Time of burning, pos-sible dripping of burning particlesand after glow are observed. Resultsare reported as V-0, V-1 or V-2,depending on test results.

C. ASTM D 2843 - Density of Smokefrom the Burning or Decomposition ofPlastics.

A one quarter inch by one inch by

one inch sample is exposed propaneburner flame and light transmissionthrough the smo} generated by theburning plastic is measured with astandard lamp and photocell for fourminutes. Results are reported as lightabsorption and smoke density.

D. ASTM D 2863 - Minimum OxygenConcentration to Support Candle-Like Combustion of Plastics (OxygenIndex).

A one eighth inch by one quarter inchby three to six inch long specimen isburned in a variable oxygen-nitrogenmixture to determine the percentageoxygen required to maintain combus-tion.

2. Large Scale Tests - These tests are runon full sized wall or floor (floor-ceiling) assemblies or on largematerial specimens. They are in-tended to determine the response ofvarying construction methods andmaterials to actual fire conditions.

A. ASTM E 119 - Fire Tests of BuildingConstruction and Materials.NFPA 251UL 263UBC 43-1

Wall sections of at least 100 squarefeet in size are attached as the frontwall of a furnace and exposed to aflaming environment, the temperatureof which rises according to a stan-dard time temperature curve. The testspecimen may or may not be exposto vertical or horizontal loads. Thespecimen, after exposure ma besubjected to a high pressure hosestream to determine its integrity afterexposure.

This test is universally accepted as themethod of rating wall assemblies forfire resistance as related to time ofexposure. Ratings may be 1, 2, 3 or 4hours, depending on the time for thetemperature to rise to not more than250°F above its initial temperature onthe non-exposed face. Floor andfloor-ceiling assemblies of at least180 square feet in size are alsotested per E 119 as the roofs of afloor-ceiling furnace, and rated onthe basis of the time for the tempera-ture to rise 250°F above the initial

Plastic Piping and Fire

Increasingly, fire protection officials andcode officials are becoming sensitive tothe fire characteristics of plastic materi-als used in building construction andplastic piping is naturally included inthese concerns. To satisfy the fire safetyrequirements set out by the authorities,the engineer and the architect must havea better understanding of the plasticsused in piping, appropriate test methodsand means of protection against firedanger attributable to plastic piping.

To put this into the proper perspective,the architect, engineer and administra-tive authority must realize that, in thevast majority of cases, fires start inoccupied areas of a building, not withinthe walls.

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temperature on the unexposed face,as for walls.

B. ASTM E 814 - Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Fire Stops.

This test method (published Spring1982) is essentially identica] the E119 test except that it is intended todetermine the ability fire stoppingmethods and devices to maintain thefire rating (integrity) of rated fireresistive walls, floors or floor-ceilingassemblies which are penetrated bypipe, conduits or cables. 0, the years,plastic piping has shown to be botha durable material and capable ofplaying its part in fire containment.

C. ASTM E 84 - Surface Burning Charac-teristics of Building Materials.NFPA 255UL 723UBC 42-1

As stated, this test is intended fortesting of surface finish materialswhich are capable of supportingthemselves or of being supportedother than by support on the under-side of the test specimen. Samplesare 20 inches (min.) wide by 24 feetlong and are attached to the roof ofan 18 inch by 30 foot furnace.

Burning characteristics of the samplesare stated as percentage of the rateof burning of red oak.

This test, being specifically aimed attesting surface finish materials, isrecognized as not applying to plasticpipe by those who understand thetest method. The National FireProtection Association has stated thatthe test is not to be applied to plasticpipe and that the pipe should betested as a component of a wall orfloor assembly in the E 119 test.

Protection Methods

Fuseal Waste and Vent Piping1 . For through the wall penetration,

three methods have been used.

A. A thin, close fitting sheet metalsleeve covering the pipe continuouslyfor a 10 inch to 18 inch projection ofeach side of the wall.

B. A 36 inch length of glass or highsilicon iron pipe through the wall.

C. A one inch thick high temperaturemagnesia pipe insulation for five feetof developed length on each side ofthe wall or floor penetration.

Method "A" has been tested in bothCanada and Sweden, but not byASTM E 119. This method has beenapproved by some states. Methods"B" and "C" have not been tested buthave been assumed to work andhave been approved by some states.

2. For piping contained in one hourwood stud, gypsum wall boarrcovered walls and with trap armspenetrating the wall facing, tests atthe University of California and theOhio State University have shownthree ways of maintaining the fireintegrity of the walls.

A. The stud space is packed with mineralwool insulation from floor level to fourfeet above the floor. This methodfurnishes protection for walls contain-ing PVC-DWV and flame retardantpolypropylene (FRPP) corrosive wastepiping.

B. A galvanized iron plate measuring 16inches by 26 inches with a tight fittinghole 4 inches from the bottom edge isplaced around the trap arm on thestuds on both sides of the wall. Thismethod furnishes protection for ABS,PVC and Fuseal DWV.

C. Completely backpacking the spacearound the penetrating pipe throughthe gypsum wall board. This methodwas shown to work in ABS and PVC-DWV installations where the penetra-tions were in the stud spacing next tothe one containing the vertical piping.

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‡ Fuseal IIIn addition to these test-proven methods, penetrations by well supported non-com-bustible pipe connected to the plastic pipe in the wall has been accepted by some jurisdictions without test.

3. For extended fire ratings, exposed piping should be enclosed with 5/8" type X gypsum wall board.

4. In plenum spaces between a floor and a suspended ceiling, protection can be provided by 3M FireMaster PlenumWrap. This PlenumWrap is a

non-combustible insulation material encapsulated with aluminum foil. It is classified by Omega Point Laborato- ries for use on PVC, CPVC, PB, PE, PP, PVDF and ABS pipe in return air plenums. Tested to the UL 910 flammability test. The 3M FireMaster PlenumWrap provides protection from external flame-propagation and smoke. It protects plastic pipes that are to be installed in ducts, plenums and other spaces used for environmental air.

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