Polyethylene pipe engineering has evolved into a multidisciplinary field that combines materials science, mechanical engineering and advanced manufacturing technologies. High-density polyethylene ...

A video clip showing benefits of polyethylene butt fusion joints for platic pipes. The video demonstrate a burst failure testing showing that failure occurs at the pipe wall and not at the joint ...

Springfield, Mo.-based United Poly Systems LLC is extruding a new line of HDPE pipe in the same sizes as traditional copper tubes and iron pipes for a range of applications, particularly water uses.

Pipe maker Atkore Inc. is expanding its reach in high density polyethylene pressure pipe with the purchase of United Poly Systems, continuing the company's recent acquisition streak. Atkore, based in ...