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Thrust Restraint Design Of Vertical Offsets And Tees
April 5, 2010
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By EBAA Iron Sales, Inc.
There are numerous fitting combinations and configurations that are used in the everyday construction of pressurized water lines. This report describes vertical offsets, tees, and using joint restraint products to simplify their installation. The use of joint restraint products virtually eliminates thrust blocks and tie rods.
Vertical Offsets
The installation of vertical offsets is very common in the
laying of underground water lines. Very often, these offsets
are required to go around non-removable obstructions. Some
obstructions for example, are gravity ravine crossings, sewer
and drainage lines, or other utilities difficult to relocate. It is
usually a simple matter in laying a new pressure line to go up
and over or down and under the obstruction.
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