Bleh
Civil/Environmental
- Nov 13, 2007
- 2
I'm doing some research for a new project, and would like to get some input.
The project is calling for a 36" sewer force main to be constructed INSIDE a large underground transport/storage structure (~17'w x 30'h). Tentative plans are to place the new FM atop the 2'x2' struts that run at 12' on center about halfway up the structure. Should I be looking at one particular pipe material over another? Pipe pressures, as I've been told by the mechanical guys, should in the 50-80 psi range.
From the research I've done already, floatation is a real concern if PVC is used, but can be easily remedied by proper supports.
DIP may just be too heavy during construction.
The project is calling for a 36" sewer force main to be constructed INSIDE a large underground transport/storage structure (~17'w x 30'h). Tentative plans are to place the new FM atop the 2'x2' struts that run at 12' on center about halfway up the structure. Should I be looking at one particular pipe material over another? Pipe pressures, as I've been told by the mechanical guys, should in the 50-80 psi range.
From the research I've done already, floatation is a real concern if PVC is used, but can be easily remedied by proper supports.
DIP may just be too heavy during construction.