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Manufacturing Standard
National uPVC Pipes and Fittings are manufactured in

conformity to Sri Lanka Standards which are based on the

standards set by the International Standards Organization
(ISO). Items not covered by Sri Lanka Standards are
manufactured in conformity to relevant International
Standards.
The International Organization for Standards (ISO) is a
world wide federation of National Standards Institutions
which has been constituted to develop International
Standards. ISO technical committees develop International
Standards in liaison with other relevant governmental and
non governmental international Organizations. Draft
Standards prepared by the ISO are referred to National
Standards Institutions which are ISO member bodies prior
to approval as International Standards by the ISO council.
The Sri Lanka Standards Institution represents Sri Lanka in
the ISO.

Standard for uPVC Pipes

SLS 147:1993 cover rigid unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride
pipes for potable cold water supplies.
The nominal sizes of uPVC Pipes are based on the outside
diameter of the pipes as per ISO requirements. The
nominal size of uPVC pipes and the approximate equivalent
size in inches are tabulated below.
Nominal Size
(mm)
20
25
32
40
50
63
75
90
110
140
160
225
280

Approximate equivalent
pipe size (inch)
0.50
0.75
1
1 .25
1 .50
2
2 .50
3
4
5
6
8
10

Pipes are classified into Types according to the working

pressure ratings at 29 0 C. By definition the working
pressure rating is the maximum pressure that the medium in
the pipe can exert continuously with a high degree of
certainty that failure of the pipe will not occur. The pipe
classification is as follows:

Type of pipe

Type
Type
Type
Type

1000
600
400
250

Working Pressure
Rating
1000 kPa
600 kPa
400 kPa
250 kPa

The requirement stipulated in SLS 147:1993 broadly

covers, materials ,dimensions, physical & chemical
properties and mechanical properties.
The material requirement is mainly for controlling use of
additives, excessive use of which could impair the
chemical, physical or mechanical properties.
The dimensions for the four pressure classes of pipes are as
the above table. The dimensions cover, outside diameter,
internal diameter and wall thickness, the minimum and
maximum limits being specified. The standards also
stipulate the standard manufacturing lengths of pipes.
Physical properties such as opacity, colour, heat reversion
and chemical properties such as effect on water quality
(toxicity) and resistance to chemicals is covered in the
standards.
The mechanical properties include flattening resistance,
tensile strength, internal hydrostatic pressure and resistance
to impact.

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Standards for Solvent Cement

Standards for uPVC Fittings

SLS 659 : part 1 : 1993 covers unplasticized PVC
Pipe joints and fittings suitable for solvent welding
The pipe fittings are categorized as,
a. Moulded products by injection moulding
b. Heat processed products from pipes conforming
to SLS147
Both categories of pipe fittings are classified according to
the working pressure ratings at 29 0 C as follows.

Type of Pipe Fitting

Type
Type

1000
600

Working
Rating

Pressure

1000 kPa
600 kPa

The Sri Lanka Standard for solvent cement for

uPVC pipes and fittings is SLS 935:1991.
Solvent cement is recommended for use with uPVC pipes
and fittings defined in SLS 147: and SLS 659: Part 1
respectively to a maximum nominal pipe diameter of
150mm.
Solvent cement
consists of
polymers,
stabilizers and a substantial proportion of solvent that will
swell unplasticized PVC. The main requirements specified
in the standards are bond strength, hydrostatic burst
strength, solvent cement film properties and storage
stability.

Standards for Rubber Rings

BS 2494:1990
Rubber Compound for Bode 3 S - Seals

The minimum wall thickness for injection moulded

fittings is 3mm. For heat processed fittings the wall
thickness at any point of the fitting shall not be less than
90% of the wall thickness of the pipe.
The other dimensional parameters specified in the
standards are minimum socket length, mean socket
inside diameter, out-of-roundness tolerance and laying
lengths. Mechanical properties specified include internal
hydraulic pressure and flattening resistance.

*Use rubber Compound - SBR

*Hardness 60+-5 IRH
Superior Features:
Excellent physical properties,as for example:
*High stress relaxation
*Low compression set at high and low temperatures
*Resistant to microbiological attack according to British
Standard 2494
*Approved for use in drinking water in conjunction
with plastic pipe according to KTW (recommendation
for plastics and drinking - water) part 1.3.13 Board of
Health BGA.

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Material
Material

National Pipes and fittings are manufactured from

unplasticized (Rigid) Polyvinyl Chloride.

uPVC pipe is firmly established as a sound

engineering product offering an alternative to pipes
manufactured from the more traditional materials.
Over the past thirty years, particularly in the water
industry, uPVC pipe has steadily gained acceptance.

Applications
National Pressure pipes and Fittings Systems.

Water Supply

National Soil Waste and Drainage System.

Drainage systems
Sewerage and waste systems
Vent Line

National Electrical Insulation System.

Electrical insulation systems

National Special Pipe System.

Telecommunication ducting
Tube wells
Sea water aqua culture
Irrigation systems
Sprinkler systems
Chemical plants special purpose systems

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Features
Corrosion free

National Pipes and fittings are unaffected by both internal

and external corrosive attacks by a wide range acids, alkalis
and salts.

Non Toxic

National Pipe Systems are ideal for potable cold water.

They conform to World Health Organization requirements for
potable transportation.

Exceptionally Smooth

Mirror Smooth Inner Walls minimize Frictional Losses

and discourage deposit formation.

Non Conductive

uPVC is an Integral Electrical Insulation with high

dielectric strength

Fire Resistance

National uPVC Pipes are fire resistant and self

extinguishing.

Light Weight

One sixth the weight of steel systems .National Pipes and

fittings are easy to transport, handle and install.

Size and Pressure Range

National Pipe systems are manufactured in sizes ranging

from 20 mm to 280 mm. Standard pressure ratings start at 250
Kpa and goes up to 1000 kPa (Class 250 to 1000)

Quick Site Jointing

Cold solvent joining gives extremely strong chemical weld

and rubber ring joining gives extremely strong reliable and
permanent installation without costly equipment.
Demountable mechanical joints (Flanges, repair couplings
unions and screwed joints) are also available as standard.

Longer Service Life

The Calculated service life of the pipe is 50 years, with a

safety factor of 2.5

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National Quality Assurance Scheme
National Pipes are manufactured under strict Quality Assurance Systems. The Company has implemented a Total Quality
management programme which ensures that quality concepts are extended to all areas of management. Product, quality is
guaranteed through systematic inspection and test procedures instituted from raw material analysis stage through process
inspection and final product analysis. Applications of modern extrusion technologies minimize process variation ensuring
strict control of the process. Documentation of Quality Policy, Procedures and Work Instructions has lead to standardization
of all activities in the company. The Quality Assurance System described above ensures a Quality product and service to all
our Customers.
Further, consequent to the award of SLS certification in 1987, the Sri Lanka Standards Institution carries out regular
sampling and testing of National pipes to ensure compliance with SLS 147:1993.

Test Objectives and the Real Benefits to the National Customer.

Test or Observation for
National Pipes and Fittings.
Mean out side Diameter
Wall thickness
Effect of material on water quality

Resistance to Sulphuric acid

Longitudinal reversion test
Flattening test
Tensile test
Hydraulic characteristics test
Inside Diameter of Socket

Objectives
To ensure National pipes perfectly fit with National fittings.
To ensure National pipes and fittings having uniform wall thickness.
To ensure National pipes and fittings in contact with drinking water,
1. Should not constitute a toxic hazard,
2. Should not support microbial growth,
3. Should not give rise to any unpleasant taste or odour or to
cloudiness or discoloration.
To ensure National pipes and fittings withstand sulphuric acid within
specification.
To ensure National pipes can be heat processed without any damage
to the pipe.
To ensure National pipes and Fittings make or become flat within
specifications.
To ensure National pipes are capable of being stretched within
specifications.
To ensure National pipes and fittings can be used within
recommended pressure.
To ensure National fittings perfectly fit with National pipes.
Solvent Cement

National solvent cement Test

parameters.
Bond Strength
Hydrostatic burst strength

Objectives
To ensure perfect bond between pipes and fittings.
To ensure perfect bond and that can withstand recommended pressure