What Is An HDPE Pipe With a Radial Gripping System?

The Hymax 2 family of wide range coupling solutions which include the radial gripping system with the HDPE pipe can connect two pipes of the same or different OD pipes and materials of different sizes. Hymax 2 is based on the initial game-changing Hymax that has been proven in the field in millions of installations in the United States.

The patented flip gasket of the Hymax 2 can be easily flipped in or out to accommodate different pipe ods. Maximum installation efficiency is ensured by the advanced no tear gasket technology. It has just 2 top facing bolts for easier, faster, and safer installation. It is equipped with a dynamic deflection of up to 4° on each side to reduce future pipe damage. It is suitable for pipes of all types including ductile iron, cast iron, steel, copper, PVC, PE, AC, and GRP.

Krausz the manufacturers of the Hymax range of couplings maintains high levels of inventories across several sites in North America. It offers short lead times to support its customers in repair situations that crop up without warning. The Hymax 2 couplings are available in sizes of 2 inches to 12 inches to provide quality solutions for pipe repair and joining applications with the use of diverse products and superior quality raw material.

The HDPE pipe with a radial gripping system enables fast and easy installation with minimum manpower to reduce time in the ditch and improve worker safety. The unique top facing bolts enable access to the easy installation. The ready to use stab on design eliminates the requirement for extensive under pipe digging to reduce work by a large margin.

All products from Hymax accommodate a wide range of pipe materials and a single product can connect pipes of two different materials to allow transition capability of up to 1.3 inches. The couplings are flexible allowing for up to 4° of angular deflection on each side during the installation as well as for misaligned pipes. They can absorb post-installation dynamic pipe deflection of up to 4° on each side to reduce the risk of damage and cracking because of temperature changes and ground shifts. They can adapt to out of round pipe shape for optimum fitting at both ends.

Hymax also provides a high-quality sealing solution which is patented and hydraulically assisted with gasket features two-stage sealing. Mechanical sealing which is effective under vacuum or non-pressure and self-inflated gasket using water pressure. The fusion bonded epoxy coating enables installation for the product to prevent corrosion. Components such as the nuts and bolts are made from stainless steel. The innovative radial closing design and sealing systems eliminate errors during the installation. The advanced molecular anti-galling unique dry treatment process on nuts and bolts based on embedded zinc prevents galling to enable reputed bolt tightening. It also eliminates the need for grease to prevent dirt and dust buildup. The single piece design delivers fortified strength along with enhanced flexibility.

Professionals working in the utility industry and worried about the costs can rest assured that the products developed by Hymax are cost-effective and will help them to reduce inventory costs and save shelf space. It will eliminate the need to use dedicated products because the products from Hymax suit a wide range of pipe diameters. The speedy and easy installation also results in savings of time and money. This is the perfect option for professionals working in this industry when compared to any other products which are also available on the market. Hymax is a leader in couplings not just in the United States but also in Europe and Asia. The company has been operating for nearly a century and providing some of the best products for use in the utility industry.