Plastics Pipes Conference XIII, Washington DC, USA
At the Plastics Pipes Conference XIII, Mike Troughton, along with Dr. J. Hessel and co-authors, presented a study comparing short- and long-term testing of faulty electrofusion joints in PE pipes to predict long-term performance.
Restlebensdauer von Kunststoffrohren nach einer Betriebszeit von 41 Jahren
A study on pipes made from Hostalen GM5010, which have been in operation since 1961, evaluates the predicted 50-year minimum lifespan through new investigations into their remaining lifespan.
10th Wiesbadener Kunststoffrohrtage (Wiesbaden Plastic Pipe Days)
At the 10th Wiesbadener Kunststoffrohrtage (Wiesbaden Plastic Pipe Days) discussed Dr. J. Hessel the 50-year the development and application of PE pipe systems, highlighting engineering aspects and technological advancements in plastic pipe technology.
50 years of polyethylene piping - Engineering perspective
The advantages of the Full Notch Creep Test (FNCT) as a time-saving testing method for the reliable assessment of the stress crack behavior of polyethylene materials according to DIN 8075.
9th Wiesbadener Kunststoffrohrtage (Wiesbaden Plastic Pipe Days)
Dr. J. Hessel's presentation highlighted the safety aspects of polyethylene pipe materials for pressure pipes under complex loading conditions and emphasizes the importance of the Plastics Pipe Days as a platform for knowledge exchange and technological advancement.