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Geberit HDPE User Manual

Geberit HDPE
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Subject to change without notice. The information in this document contains general descriptions of the
technical options available, which do not always have to be present in the individual cases. The required
features should therefore be specied in each individual case at the time of closing the contract.
© Geberit, February 2013.
DRAINAGE
SYSTEMS
INSTALLATION
GUIDE
VALID FROM 1. NOVEMBER 2018

Table of Contents

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Geberit HDPE Specifications

General IconGeneral
MaterialHigh-density polyethylene (HDPE)
ColorBlack
ApplicationDrainage systems
Temperature ResistanceUp to 100°C
Diameter Range32mm to 315mm
Connection MethodButt welding, electrofusion, mechanical fittings
Chemical ResistanceResistant to chemicals
StandardsEN 1519
Temperature Range-40°C to +60°C
Pressure RatingNot intended for pressure applications

Summary

Geberit HDPE and Geberit Silent-db20 Systems - General Information

Geberit HDPE Overview

Introduction to Geberit HDPE drainage systems and their properties.

Geberit Silent-db20 Overview

Introduction to Geberit Silent-db20 drainage system for soundproofing.

Features and Benefits of Geberit Drainage Systems

Details on material properties, durability, and advantages of Geberit drainage.

Pipe Specification Geberit HDPE

Technical specifications, dimensions, and article numbers for Geberit HDPE pipes.

Pipe Specification Geberit Silent-db20

Technical specifications, dimensions, and article numbers for Geberit Silent-db20 pipes.

Characteristics and Chemical Resistance

Chemical Resistance - Significance of pH Values

Explains the importance of pH in chemical resistance for drainage materials.

Geberit Silent-db20 Systems - Acoustics

Best Practice for Acoustics

Principles and methods for minimising sound transmission from drainage systems.

Additional Acoustic Products

Details on specific products like Geberit Isol Acoustic Wrap for sound insulation.

Jointing Methods

Butt Welding

Detailed explanation of butt welding process for Geberit HDPE pipes.

Butt Welding by Hand

Step-by-step guide for manual butt welding of pipes.

Butt Welding by Machine

Instructions for butt welding using automated machines.

Electrofusion Coupling

Explanation of electrofusion coupling for creating leak-free joints.

Electrofusion Coupling (Pipes Ø 40-160mm)

Specific procedure for electrofusion coupling of smaller diameter pipes.

Electrofusion Coupling (Pipes Ø 200-315mm)

Specific procedure for electrofusion coupling of larger diameter pipes.

Conversion to Slip Coupling

How to convert an electrofusion coupling into a slip coupling.

Ring-Seal Sockets

Description of ring-seal sockets for easy assembly and demountable connections.

Expansion Fittings for Geberit HDPE

Use of expansion sockets to manage thermal movement in HDPE systems.

Flanged Joint

Details on flanged joints for low pressure, demountable connections.

Screw-Threaded Joints

Information on screw-threaded joints for demountable connections and material transitions.

Screw-Threaded Joint with Flange Bushing

Use of flange bushing for screw-threaded joints in specific applications.

Jointing Methods for Geberit Silent-db20

Specific jointing methods suitable for Geberit Silent-db20 systems.

Expansion Fittings for Geberit Silent-db20

Details on expansion fittings for the Silent-db20 system.

Jointing to Other Materials Using Adapters

Methods and adapters for connecting Geberit systems to different materials.

System Installation

Spacing for Bracketry

Guidelines on spacing anchor and guide brackets for pipe support.

Guide Brackets

Purpose and application of guide brackets in supporting pipes.

Bracketry for Geberit Silent-db20

Specific bracketry requirements for the Silent-db20 system for acoustic performance.

Managing Thermal Movement - Above Ground Systems

Strategies for managing thermal expansion and contraction in above-ground systems.

Controlled Expansion

Using expansion sockets to manage thermal movement in HDPE systems.

Deflection Leg - Guidance on Use

How to use deflection legs to accommodate thermal movement in pipes.

Rigid Fixing

Methods for securing pipes to prevent movement, including anchor bracket requirements.

Suspended Rail System

Details on the Geberit Pluvia rail system for suspended horizontal pipework.

Waterproofing

Methods for ensuring watertight seals at pipe passages through walls/ceilings.

Fire Protection

Information on fire protection sleeves and collars for pipe penetrations.

Alternate Stack Ventilation System

Geberit Sovent Overview

Introduction to the Geberit Sovent fitting for single stack drainage systems.

Geberit Sovent - Planning

Key considerations and rules for planning Geberit Sovent drainage systems.

Geberit Sovent - Stack Sizing

Formula and requirements for sizing Sovent stacks based on load.

Geberit Sovent - Installation

Installation instructions and prerequisites for Geberit Sovent fittings.

Geberit Air Admittance Valve

General information on Geberit air admittance valves for drainage ventilation.

Geberit Air Admittance Valve - GRB90

Details on the GRB90 model of air admittance valve and its applications.

Geberit Air Admittance Valve - GBR50

Details on the GBR50 model of air admittance valve and its connection possibilities.

Buried Drain Systems

Buried Drain Systems Overview

General overview of Geberit HDPE for underground drainage applications.

Trench Details

Guidelines for trench preparation, bedding, and filling for buried pipes.

Managing Thermal Movement - Buried Drain Application

Managing expansion/thermal movement in underground drainage systems using sockets.

Rigid Installation - Embedded in Concrete

Method for installing pipes rigidly within concrete structures.

Pipes Penetrating Through Building Walls

Guidance on pipe installations passing through building walls, managing settling.

Connection to Manhole

Methods for connecting Geberit HDPE pipes to manholes.

Appendix - Chemical Resistance

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