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History of development of polymeric pipes

Today on the market of construction materials is a large assortment of plastic pipes. And if 10 years ago in the minds of our citizens there were convinced that the trumpet can be only railway, now the situation has changed radically. Over the years polymer pipes deservedly won great popularity.

PEX pipes should be used for hot and cold water supply, central heating and floor heating systems. They are resistant to chemical substances that are not subject to corrosion, low surface roughness and smoothness of the wall prevent deposits on internal surfaces. PEX pipes do not emit harmful substances, does not alter the taste of water.

Polyethylene is the only of the thermoplastic materials capable of molecular chains in a mesh structure. PEX pipe made of chemically modified polyethylene. Tailored polythene, in comparison with usual, is more resistant to high temperature and keeps the elevated mechanical properties; characterized by good shrink tape. PEX tubing material is high-density polyethylene and linear structure and high strength.

Multilayer pipe based on cross-linked, due to the presence of ethylene vinyl alcohol layer of aluminum or Al, securely protect transported heat from penetrating through the boundary of the tube, which causes air oxygen corrosion and premature failure of heating elements and devices of the heating system. PEX pipes are connected by brass fittings that represent a wide range of products and are divided into 2 main categories:

- PEX fittings-PEX (PEX to connect among themselves)
- PEX fittings-thread (for connections to other parts of the system through the traditional tubal thread)

PEX do not need to calibrate, braze, cooking, glue, which allows you to save time and reduce the cost of installation. Thanks to a great length of the pipe in coils, installation is done with a minimum number of connections. Scratches, twists do not affect their life.