What is HDPE Fusion Welding?HDPE fusion welding is the process in which HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) piping is bonded together. This is achieved by first heating a section of each pipe above its melting point, therefore changing its molecular structure. The pipe segments are held in place by a clamping device and are subsequently faced towards each other before heating. Check out our Mariners Key Marina project or Lauderdale Yacht Club pictures for examples of what Zager Plumbing and Solar, Inc. has done with HDPE fusion welding. Once the pipes have reached the predetermined temperature, they become pliant and malleable. It is in this state that each pipe surface can be joined together using a set amount of force. This is the actual "fusion". It’s essential that the force stays in place until the joint cools and the pipes return to their original, durable state. This requires a machining tool, such as the McElroy Fusion Welder, to provide a clean, parallel mating surface. Welding machines vary based upon the diameter of the pipes being fused.
When the molecules from each pipe surface have mixed and the joint cools, the pipes will have become one continuous length. The result is a new standardized pipe that will be equal in strength, if not stronger than the segments alone. In order to complete this process, you must have a thorough understanding of the procedures and machinery being used. From the manipulation of the heat source to the angle and speed in which you join the pipes, it’s crucial to have the right equipment and properly trained staff to ensure safety and quality. HPDE fusion welding is one of the many commercial plumbing services Zager Plumbing and Solar, Inc. has to offer. To see all of the other projects that the Zager Team can help you out with, check out our commercial plumbing page. Also, take a look at our certifications page!
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