Tunnel solution for Australia’s largest infrastructure project At Advanced Piping Systems, we have decades of experience working on large, complex infrastructure projects. For this reason, recently, we were selected to develop a solution for the transition between HDPE and scheduled pipe for the deluge and hydrant buried ring mains on WestConnex — the largest infrastructure …
Access to clean drinking water is a basic human right. But for many communities around the world — particularly those in remote, island locations — it remains a challenge, with logistical, environmental, and technical obstacles to overcome to deliver safe and reliable drinking water. The best material for chemical dosing systems Recently, the team at …
When it comes to selecting materials for various applications, Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) and High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) often emerge as popular choices. Each material’s unique benefits and features make it suitable for specific applications. In this article, we will explore the advantages of both GRP and HDPE, compare their key features, and provide examples of …
The Importance of Desalination Solutions and HDPE As the demand for fresh water continues to rise across Australia and the Pacific, desalination solutions have become essential for converting seawater into potable water. When selecting materials for desalination plants, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) is the preferred choice due to its durability, chemical resistance, and ease of installation. …
Versatile, simple, and reliable. Towing heads reduce downtime and are a must-have device for any mining site managing High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) piping. While traditionally used for directional drilling and trenchless pipelaying, towing heads have evolved into a critical asset for above-ground pipe management. Their ability to seal pipe ends during transportation is saving mining sites …
A tailings storage facility is one of the most safety-critical structures on any mine site, so the pipework and steelwork that serve it have to be right first time. That is exactly what a pipeline and field services contractor needed at BHP’s Olympic Dam, and why they turned to Advanced Piping Systems. Supporting Australia’s mining sector with …
Founded in 1990, Advanced Piping Systems is proud to be one of thousands of Australian family-owned businesses. In October 2021, we were pleased to welcome Ripley Craig — a fourth generation Craig — into the advanced piping family business. Like many family businesses, while Ripley commenced his ‘official’ duties 17 months ago, he’s unofficially been …
Backing rings – a test for quality you can trust Henry Ford, famous American industrialist, innovator, and business magnate, once said: “Quality means doing it right when no one is looking”. These words remain as relevant as ever and are the driving force for Advanced Piping Systems’ new inspection, verification, and testing process. Developed by …
With extensive experience supplying complete commercial HDPE piping systems for plumbing projects across Australia and internationally, Advanced Piping Systems is now expanding its offer further to support the long-term capability of the high-pressure sewage market. Recently, our team supported a commercial plumbing company in the New South Wales Central Tablelands to install a high-pressure sewer …
If you’re undertaking a HDPE pipe system upgrade or refurbishment, Maxi Stubs are an essential fitting to include on your project’s spec sheet. That’s because this one handy fitting — comprising a hybrid stub flange and backing ring — offers two unique solutions. Not only do Maxi Stubs allow you to upsize your pipe work, …
Pipefitters, we need to talk about torque. Not the type of torque that determines how powerful your ute is (that’s a conversation for another day!) But the torque settings for the HDPE pipe. Specifically, how tightly you need to do your bolts up on flanged joints to achieve even pressure on all bolts and avoid …
Buttwelding is the most common type of welding process used to join High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes and fittings. The process involves the joining of two plain ends together, using high temperatures and extreme pressure. HDPE buttwelding requires complicated formulas to work out the correct Heating and Pressure parameters. Each of these differ for every size …