Polyfusion pipe repair system and method
US6883835B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C66/81423
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for sealing a leak in a plastic pipe is provided. The apparatus includes a body and an electrofusion element. The body is constructed of a substantially rigid material and has an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface is adapted to be positionable about at least a leak portion of a plastic pipe. The electrofusion element is disposed about the lower surface of the body and operable to sealably couple with the plastic pipe to encapsulate the leak.
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