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HDPE, the option of the future
A Cost-Effective Choice
The mere presence of HDPE as an option brings down project costs
Several studies have shown how the listing of HDPE in contract documents guarantees substantial savings. The comparative study “Comparison of Stormwater Pipe Installation Lengths and Costs in Texas”, conducted by BCC Research, shows the cost variation according to the choice of pipe installed.
Cost Control
Sound management of alternative products
From design to implementation, managing an underground infrastructure project requires a great deal of planning. When the final installed cost is one of the variables considered, the use of HDPE always proves to be a cost-effective solution. The mere fact that HDPE is listed as an alternative to conventional materials in the project specifications guarantees a better quality-price ratio for the client.
The article “Restoring Choice Could Fix America’s Water Infrastructure”, published by Morning Consult, illustrates the opportunities that arise from sound management of alternative products in implementing infrastructure projects.
Durable and Effective
Withstand perfectly de-icing salts
High-density polyethylene is an extremely durable, effective material with a lifespan that can exceed 100 years! In fact, it is the most ecological choice for mastering storm water. HDPE is resistant to corrosion, abrasion, de-icing salts and vibration, ensuring long infrastructure life. This material is a much better choice than concrete, thanks to its cost and low environmental footprint.
Why choose HDPE on a project?
An economical, efficient and sustainable solution.
HDPE Advantages
WATERTIGHT PIPES
The bell with integrated gasket (BIG) with fixed thermofused gasket eliminates the infiltration and exfiltration problems frequently encountered in pipes with less effective connectors.
RESISTANT TO CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
The vast majority of chemicals are stored in thin-walled HDPE containers. This polymer, which belongs to the polyolefin family, is extremely resistant to chemicals.
RESISTS IMPACT
HDPE is soft and flexible and has excellent impact resistance at temperatures from -30 degrees to 90 degrees Celsius. It is consistently easy to handle in any situation and is less brittle than PVC or concrete.
LIGHTWEIGHT AND EASY TO MANIPULATE
A lightweight product costs less to transport, can be handled with smaller equipment and is simpler to install. A pipe made of HDPE is 30 times lighter, on average, than a concrete pipe of the same diameter.
Certifications
Our HDPE products and solutions are developed and manufactured in accordance with the highest standards.
- ISO 9001 (Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu plant only)
- Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
- Bureau de Normalisation du Québec (BNQ)
- AASHTO
- CSA-B182-8-CLASS – C763601 – PLASTIC PIPE Drain and Sewer Pipe
- CSA-B182-8-R CLASS – C763604 – PLASTIC PIPE Drain and Sewer Pipe – Recycled Material
A Pioneer in Canada
CSA-B182-8-R Certification by CSA
It is with great pride that we announce Soleno as the first to achieve CSA B182.8-R certification, audited by CSA in Canada. It formally recognizes our ability to create our resin composition for manufacturing our pipes from recycled material. Thanks to the CSA B182.8-R certification, all our CSA-certified products incorporate more than 75% and up to 100% recycled material, while meticulously adhering to finished product performance standards.
Our factories in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu and McAdam are involved in producing pipes certified to CSA B182.8-R standard, ensuring quality and durability
