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Protection against blockages
Geberit HDPE’s water-repelling properties are highly beneficial in this regard.
• Rapid outflow of water
• Prevention of deposits
Welding temperature
Thermoplasts are processed with a high level of energy efficiency. The temperatures required are
relatively low in comparison with metals. The welding temperature for Geberit HDPE and Geberit
Silent-db20 is approximately 230°C. Simple tools allow for easy processing.
Non-toxic
Plastics are well suited for use in the food industry as packaging materials, containers, bottles etc.
Geberit HDPE pipes are used for milk transportation lines in mountain areas and in the food canning
and packaging industry.
Working pressures
Geberit HDPE and Geberit Silent-db20 pipes are designed for drainage systems. Their use in low
pressure areas (swimming pools, transportation lines etc) is subject to a maximum internal pressure
load of 15m Water Column (1.5bar) and a temperature of 30°C (10 years).
Painting
Geberit HDPE is not suitable for painting. Its water repellent properties and the flexibility of the material
both have a negative impact on paint. If painting is unavoidable, the paint product to be used should
be tested for compatibility with Geberit HDPE.
Geberit Drainage Systems
Introduction
Noise
Improved acoustic properties. Structure-borne sound must be cushioned by taking appropriate
measures (acoustically insulated pipe brackets, insulating material).
