Polypropylene
"Polypropylene is resistant to many process chemicals"
Polypropylene (PP) piping systems are widely used in industrial processing. Light in weight yet with high impact strength and reliable heat fusion welding, PP also offers good abrasion resistance and is a good thermal and electrical insulator.
PP is suitable for working temperatures up to 90°C, and will withstand short term use at a maximum 110°C.
Chemical resistance is excellent: PP is resistant to aqueous solutions of acids, alkalis and salts, and to a large number of organic solvents.
PP systems are assembled using heat fusion welding, either using socket fittings or butt fusion of pipes and / or fittings end to end. Welding equipment is available for sale or hire from IPS.
Our Partners in Polypropylene
Agru
As a reliable, professional supplier, AGRU offers everything from semi-finished products through to technologically optimised injection moulded fittings, all from a single source. Founded back in 1948 by Alois Gruber senior in Austria, nowadays the company is one of the world’s most important single-source suppliers for high-quality piping systems, semi-finished products, concrete protection liners and lining systems made from engineering plastics. With its expertise in producing engineering plastics components and developing tailored solutions, AGRU is present in virtually every sector of industry. Application areas include water and gas infrastructure, the energy sector, chemical and heavy industries, semiconductor and life-sciences, tank and apparatus building, naval and aviation industries, civil engineering and mining, and building construction. The possibilities opened up by Agru are manifold, just as the requirements of the worldwide customers are diverse.
Praher
Praher valves are manufactured in Austria and the USA for a multitude of applications from semi-conductors to agriculture. The range is divided into three groups: "Energy" - safety products for process duties; "Ocean" - for water or simple applications; and "Evolution" - a comprehensive actuated valve programme. Materials covered include PVC-U, Polypropylene and PVDF.
With the integration of IBG into the company, the product range now includes PVC-U fittings in metric diameters up to 400mm.
High standards of reliability, quality and innovation are some of the characteristics for which Praher are renowned.
Hayward
Hayward Flow Control, a division of Hayward Industries, Inc. based in Clemmons, NC, USA, has been a leading manufacturer of industrial thermoplastic valves and process control products for more than 60 years. Hayward have remained committed to producing the highest quality products while providing outstanding service that exceeds customer expectations. Hayward has earned an unsurpassed reputation for product design, manufacturing precision, quality assurance, experience and know-how, and a total commitment to customer satisfaction and support.