PE Pipe Design and Installation (M55): AWWA Manual of Practice (AWWA Manuals)

This manual provides users of PE pipe and fittings in potable water systems with both technical and general information on design, specification, procurement, and installation. Coverage includes engineering properties of polyethylene, manufacturing, hydraulics, external loads, joining, fittings, transportation, handling, and storage, installation, and maintenance This new manual provides the reader with both technical and general information to aid in the design, specification, procurement, installation, and understanding of HDPE (polyethalene) pipe and fittings. It is intended for use by utilities and municipalities of all sizes. This manual describes the design, specification,installation, and maintenance of polyethylene (PE) water pipe.