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1- Why plastic and not metal?
Experience over the past 30 years have
shown that plastic pipes are capable of outperforming metal
pipes in terms withstanding higher temperature and pressure,
resistance to calcification and corrosion, in addition to cost
savings and easier installations and repairs.
2- Why PPR-CT and not other plastics?
PPRCT is a new innovation in plastics
capable of withstanding much higher pressure and temperature
than standard PP-R.
Its strength allows for a thinner wall
design allowing for higher water flow, and inducing cost
savings.
3- What are the operational conditions
of api’s Apitherm pipes?
Apitherm Class 2 pipes are designed to
withstand 10 bars of water pressure at 70 °C for 50 years.
Apitherm Class 5, that are of higher thickness, are designed for
applications of high heat radiators (chaufage).
PP-RCT is the
only plastic material that is designed for such applications.
4- To what norms do Apitherm pipes
comply?
Apitherm pipes and fittings are
manufactured according to DIN8077 / DIN8078 and EN-ISO15874. Our
operations have been awarded prestigious certificates of quality
like ISO9001:2008 for quality procedures, German SKZ for pipe
quality, and TZW for drinking water applications to witness our
products’ high quality and norm compliance.
5- Why api and not other brands?
Certificates mentoined make API a pioneer
in the pipe market and a serious competitor to imported and
local brands.
In addition, our team of highly skilled employees
and experts in the field of plastic processing, testing,
installation,
and design is available to assist you free of
charge.
6- Do Apitherm pipes elongate?
Apitherm pipes elongate while producing an
elongation force only 2 to 3 % more than metal pipes. The
Alupipe is available with aluminum wrapping to reduce the
overall elongation of the pipe, with an outside layer of PE to
protect it from the UV existing in the sunlight in exposed
applications
7- Do Apitherm pipes need insulation
Very low conductivity of PP-RCT (0.2 W/mK)
eliminates the need for insulation to retain the water
temperature.
8- What is allowable
usage for Apitherm
Apitherm pipes are to be
used for drinking and potable water as they do not leave any
taste or odor. They are not recommended for diesel use.
9- Do Apitherm pipes
require insulation?
Polypropylene by its
nature is highly insulating to heat loss (0.2 W/m.°C compared to
steel 50 W/m.°C).
However application of external insulation is
left to consultant in areas of extreme temperatures.
10- What warranty is
given to apitherm pipes?
Our team of plumbers will
inspect and pressurize your pipes. After approval, a warranty is
issued for 15 years that covers your plumber’s work, and one for
50 years covering the performance of our pipes. Your pipes are
expected to live as long as your building does.
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