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Chapter 01 GENERAL FEATURES OF Almona SYSTEM Page 04
Introduction
Fields of application
Operating conditions
Loss of pressure
/INDEX
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01 Chapter 01 GENERAL FEATURES OF Almona SYSTEM GENERAL FEATURES OF Almona SYSTEM Chapter 01 01
About US Established in 2008, Almona is a leading pipe manufacturing company in Characteristics of Property Test Unit of Test
Saudi Arabia. Certified to ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management Systems. PPR-C Type 3 Method Measurment Value
Almona is the first choice for customers across Saudi Arabia, with a Viscosity J ISO 1628 T3 cm3/g 430
sproduct range from 20mm to 160mm pipes and its accessories. The pipe
. comply with the Saudi (SASO) and German (DIN) Standard Melting index MFI 190/5 ISO 1133 procedure 18 g/10 min 0.5
MFI 230/2.16 ISO 1133 procedure 12 g/10 min 0.3
Almona success is the result of the company’s persistent commitment to MFI 230/5 - g/10 min 1.5
continuous innovation and technology, with a relentless pursuit to provide
quality products and services. Density at 23°C ISO 1183 g/cm3 0.900
The assembly method, the wide range of sizes and the fittings available, the Loss factor DIN 53483 - < 5 x 10-4
versatility of the system and its excellent chemical and physical properties Dielectric constant DIN 53483 - 2.3
make Almona a product of exceptional quality.
Volume resistivity DIN 53482 ohm cm >1 x 1016
Dielectric strenght DIN 53481 kV/mm ≥ 20
The Raw Material Almona system is made from PPR-C, a Random Copolymer Polypropylene
approved for the production of pipes according to DIN 8078 standards
(Polypropylene Pipes. General Quality Requirements - Tests).
Characteristics of Almona system is suitable for transporting hot and cold fluids under pressure
. The raw material is supplied in granules for long periods of time.
PPR-C Type 3
Before processing, the granule is submitted to specific tests in our labora- This capability makes it ideal for the construction of water supply, heating and
tories to verify its suitability for use (ISO/R 1133 procedure 18. Melt index air-conditioning systems, in residential and industrial buildings.
. (MFI 190/5
It is also suitable for transporting fluids for human consumption and industrial
(PPR-C) is a thermoplastic resin which is transformed into the finished prod- fluids (see table on page 39).
uct by a rise in temperature, which plasticizes the material, allowing the
pipe to be produced by means of extrusion, and the fittings by molding. See chapter 6 of this Guide for a more complete discussion of the operating
conditions the system is able to withstand.
These processes are carried out inside our factory, under the control of
skilled, qualified staff. The dimensions of the pipes and fittings, with the rel-
ative processing tolerances, are established in accordan-ce with DIN 8077
(Pipes in polypropylene, PP, dimensions).
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02 Chapter 02 Main Characteristic Of The System Main Characteristic Of The System Chapter 02 02
Introduction Almona has many characteristics which make it an ideal system for con- LOW NOISE Due to the material’s high sound insulation value, the noise level of systems is
structing modern plants at the technological state of the art. considerably reduced both with particularly high water flow speeds and when
water hammers are present.
Resistance To Almona is chemically inert and highly resistant to a wide range of acids and
HYGIENIC AND (PPR-C Type 3), the raw material used for production of Almona system, is com-
Electrochemical bases. This makes it suitable for contact with the materials normally used in
NON-TOXIC pletely non-toxic and complies with current standards at international level.
the construction sector, such as lime or cement, with no need for specific
Corrosion
protection.
For transport of/or contact with special substances, please refer to check
the chemical resistance of the polypropylene, consulting the table provid-
ed on page 39. RESISTANCE TO Thanks to its high electrical insulating properties, Almona is unaffected by stray
STRAY ELECTRIC currents, which may create dangerous punctures in metal pipes. This phenom-
enon occurs above all in installations in zones with a high concentration of in-
Volume resistivity (at 20°C) of Almona and the metals normally used in CURRENTS
the heating and water supply sector dustrial facilities, close to railway lines and in other zones with a high concen-
tration of electrostatic currents.
Almona (determined according toDIN 53482) > 1 • 1016 Ω cm
Steel = 0.1÷ 0.25 • 10-4 Ω cm
Pure iron = 0.0978 • 10-4 Ω cm
Pipe grade industrial copper = 0.017241 • 10-4 Ω cm
LOW LOSS Thanks to the particularly homogeneous, compact structure of the material,
OF PRESSURE achieved using a state of the art production technology, the inside surfaces of
Low Thermal The material’s high level of thermal insulation guarantees low heat loss on Almona pipes and fittings are non porous and free from cracks or crazing. This
the part of the fluid transported. This means minimal drop in temperature means the surfaces are extremely smooth, and loss of pressure are very low
Conductivity
between the hot water production and delivery points, with consequent (see graphs on page 17).
energy saving.
. There is also no risk of pipe blockages caused by scale deposits
The low thermal conductivity value also causes a drastic reduction in the
formation of condensation on the outside of the pipe, a frequent problem
on metal pipes in some temperature and humidity conditions.
Finally, it takes longer for the water to freeze when the outdoor tempera-
ture is particularly low.
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03 Chapter 03 Almona GF Composite System Almona GF Composite System Chapter 03 03
Introduction Alongside Almona normal PPR Pipes has also developed another system in LOW THERMAL The GF layer helps to keep the pipe’s thermal expansion coefficient low :
random copolymer polypropylene, under the trade mark of Almona GF EXPANSION
pipe α = 0.06 mm/m°C
This product is made from the same raw material as the basic line, which is facilitating installations of the material outside walls or floors .
used to produce pipes bonded in the middle during extrusion with a glass-
fiber layer This part is then given a further coating of a PP-R layer by a co-
extrusion process This middle layer improves the strength of the pipe
The composite pipe is very easily bent into shape, aiding installation with runs
EXCELLENT with frequent changes in direction. Once bent as required, the pipe retains .
WORKABILITY this shape with no further changes
The GF layer and outer PP-R coating give Almona GF pipe greater shear
SHEAR strength, providing greater protection for the underlying pipe.
STRENGTH
UV PROTECTED Almona -UV system consists of GF pipe and a new range of fittings
PP-R PIPES made of high grade PP-R. It was especially developed
for situations, where the pipe distribution is exposed to
UV-radiation. Therefore the ALMONA-UV system is especially
suitable for the installation in outdoor environments such
as drinking water systems and irrigation system
Advantages:
15years UV-reaiatans guarantee
Corrosion free
Increased flow rate
fast and easy installation
Low linear expansion
high stability
PROPERTIES As well as the characteristics already mentioned for the conventional sys-
tem, the composite pipe thus obtained offers a series of additional proper-
ties listed hereafter.
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04 Chapter 04 Norms And Directives Dimensional Characteristics Chapter 05 05
of the law on food products and the Regulations on the general condi-
drinking water sector. tions for water pipe, from 20.06.1980.
Recommendations concerning plastic
materials and drinking water (KTW) of
VOB part C DIN 18381
the German Ministry of Health.
Installation of gas, water and waste
pipes inside houses.
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FITTINGS Almona system comprises a wide range of fittings, which can be subdivid- OPERATING The main parameters affecting the behaviour of plastics are:
ed into two groups, depending on their intended use: CONDITIONS
- mechanical stress = PRESSURE
a) PP-R fittings for welding; - thermal stress = TEMPERATURE
b) PP-R fittings with metal insert. - duration of stress = TIME
In the first case, the joint between the pipe and the fitting (and in some These parameters are linked together by means of the REGRESSION CURVES
cases between fitting and fitting) is made by melting the parts, while in the of the material, shown in graph form below. Almona system pipes and fittings
second case one end of the fitting has a threaded metal insert sunk into the must be used and installed in accordance with THESE parameters, i.e. without
PP-R body. Parts of this kind are used in the ends of the system, allowing exceeding the limit conditions for operation. It must be remembered that Al-
connection to equipment installed previously, or any other threaded metal mona belongs to the PN20 operating class. For this class, the OPERATING CON-
elements. DITIONS, obtained from the regression curves applying a safety coefficient of
1.5, are the following:
For diagrams and availability of fittings in the various sizes, see pages
52-53-54-55 of this guide. PRESSURE = 10 bar
TEMPERATURE = 60°C
TIME = 50 years
(N/mm2)
30
CURVES FOR
PPR-C Type 3 20
10
Equivalent stresses
5
b 0.7
0.5
10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 Hours
10 15
20 Years
Duration
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WATER AT 20 ° C
LOSS OF Calculation of the loss of pressure is a fundamental step in the design of
SPEED FLOW RESISTANCE INTERNALD IAMETER FLOW RATE
PRESSURE heating and water supply systems. This parameter is closely linked to the
(m/s) (m/m) (mm) (l/s)
delivery rate of the system, meaning the amount of water which reaches
the individual users in the unit of time. Loss of pressure may be continuous
or localized. The sum of these two components provides the total loss of
pressure of the system.
The continuous Continuous loss of pressure are generated by the continuous resistances
loss of pressure which a fluid encounters as it travels along a pipe. These consist of the in-
ternal frictions of the fluid itself, due to viscosity, and those generated by
contact with the inside surface of the pipe.
In the specific case of Almona and Almona GF system pipes, the continu-
ous loss of pressure are determined by means of the graphs given on the
facing page (measured for water at 20°C). B
Example:
D
To use the monogram, at least two quantities will have to be established, one of which is the size of the pipe
and the second generally the flow rate or speed.
By joining points A and B with a straight line, points C and D are found which indicate a flow resistance
J = 0,075 m/m and a flow rate Q = 0,35 l/s
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WATER AT 60 ° C
FLOW RESISTANCE INTERNALD IAMETER FLOW RATE
Examples of Connected appliances
SPEED and relative delivery rates
Ø 25
(m/s) (m/m) (mm) (l/s) dimensions of a
(UNI 9182-87) 7 appliances
cold water supply Ø 25
network 1 Washbasin 0.1 l/s
Ø 25
1 WC with cistern 0.1 l/s
1 Bidet 0.1 l/s 7 appliances
14 appliances
1 Bath 0.2 l/s
1 Sink 0.2 l/s Ø 32
1 Dishwasher 0.2 l/s
1 Washing machine 0.1 l/s
Ø 25
21 appliances
Ø 40
Ø 25
7 appliances
28 appliances
Ø 50
Ø 50
Note: the simultaneous delivery rates take into account the probability
that the taps will be turned on simultaneously.
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Localized Localized loss of pressure are generated by the irregularities which a fluid Once the coefficients “r” are known, the system’s localized loss of pressure
loss of pressure encounters as it flows along the pipeline (bends, valves, reductions, etc.). are calculated using the following formula:
There are various ways of expressing localized loss of pressure; in our dis- ~ 5 • Σ r • v2
z = Σ r • v2 • γ / 2g = (mbar)
cussion, we consider those which refer to the measurement of the so-called
“localized resistance coefficient” associated to Almona range of pipe fit- where:
tings. γ = 999.7 kg/m3 specific weight of water
g = 9.81 m/s2 gravity acceleration
v = speed of water in m/s
Localized resistance Σ summation
coefficients “r” N° Figure Graphic symbol Resistance
coefficient Loss of pressure z
for Almona pipes Flowing Loss of pressure z Flowing Loss of pressure z
& fittings in relation to r=1 speed v for r = 1 speed v for r = 1
(m/s) (mbar) (m/s) (mbar)
1 Coupling 0.25 with water at 10°C
for various 0.1 0.1 2.6 33.8
2 Reduction till 2 dim. 0.55
2a Reduction ≥ 3 dim. 0.85
speeds v 0.2 0.2 2.7 36.5
0.3 0.5 2.8 39.2
3 Elbow 90° 2.0 0.4 0.8 2.9 42.1
0.5 1.3 3.0 45
4 Elbow 45° 0.6 0.6 1.8 3.1 48
0.7 2.5 3.2 51
5 Union Tee 1.8 0.8 3.2 3.3 55
5a Reduced union Tee 3.6 0.9 4.1 3.4 58
1.0 5.0 3.5 61
6 Union Tee 1.3 1.1 6.1 3.6 65
6a Reduced union Tee 2.6 1.2 7.2 3.7 68
1.3 8.5 3.8 72
7 Union Tee 4.2 1.4 9.8 3.9 76
7a Reduced union Tee 9.0 1.5 11.3 4.0 80
1.6 12.8 4.1 84
8 Union Tee 2.2 1.7 14.5 4.2 88
8a Reduced union Tee 5.0
1.8 16.2 4.3 92
1.9 18.1 4.4 97
9 Threaded Tee 0.8
2.0 20.0 4.5 101
2.1 22.1 4.6 106
10 Male threaded joint 0.4
2.2 24.2 4.7 110
11 Red.male threaded joint 0.85 2.3 26.5 4.8 115
2.4 28.8 4.9 120
12 Male threaded elbow 2.2 2.5 31.3 5.0 125
ΔP = l • R + z • 10
where:
ΔP = total loss of pressure (mm c.a.)
l = pipeline lenght (m)
R = continuous loss of pressure (mm c.a./m)
z = localized loss of pressure (mbar)
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EXPANSION AND Each material which undergoes a variation in temperature over time reacts Calculating the The variation in length ΔL of a Almona pipe further to a temperature varia-
STIRRUPS by modifying its size to varying degrees. expansion tion can be calculated using the following formula:
This phenomenon is called thermal expansion; the body will increase in
volume when the temperature rises, or contract when it decreases. ΔL = α • L • ΔT
where:
Thermal expansion may be linear, superficial or cubic, depending on ΔL = variation in pipe length (mm)
whether it mainly affects one, two or all three of the body’s dimensions. α = linear expansion coefficient of the material, which for
Almona is 0.15 mm/m°C, while for Almona STABI pipe it is
In the case of pipelines, the expansion is mainly linear, since their length 0.06 mm/m°C
far exceeds their other dimensions. L = length of the pipe section free to expand (m)
ΔT = difference in temperature between the time of installation and
The parameter which provides guidance on a pipe’s tendency to expand the operating temperature (°C).
or contract in case of a temperature variation is its linear expansion coef-
ficient.
On the other hand, when pipes are installed outside the walls and exposed from which we obtain
to considerable variations in temperature, it is essential to allow for the
thermal expansion by proceeding as described hereafter. ΔL = α • L • ΔT = 0.15 • 6 • (-25) = -22.5 mm (Almona pipe)
(ΔL = α’ • L • ΔT = 0.06 • 6 • (-25) = -9.0 mm ( Almona GF
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Calculating of ΔL in The parameter ΔL can also be calculated using the graph shown below. INSTALLATION Once the variation in length of the piping has been calculated, the neces-
relation to ΔT, per TECHNIQUE WHEN sary measures must be taken to ensure that its effects do not cause prob-
metre of pipe THERMAL lems for the piping itself. The following procedures may be used:
EXPANSION IS - provision of fixed and sliding points;
PRESENT - compensation with expansion arms.
Fixed and sliding These are the fixtures which secure the piping to the masonry structure
ΔT (°C)
Fixed points Fixed points prevent pipes from moving, and so must provide a rigid con-
nection between the installation on the one hand and the masonry on the
other.
Almona pipe = ______ α = 0.15 mm/m °C Fixed points must normally be positioned where the system changes direc-
Almona GF pipe = - - - - - - α’ = 0.06 mm/m °C tion (branches, elbows, etc.) to ensure that the expansion forces are not dis-
charged in these points. In al cases, a fixed supporting point should always
be provided next to any joint in the pipe created using a coupling or any
other welded fitting.
Obviously, the fixed points limit the length of the sections of pipe free to
expand, and thus reduce the relative ΔL value.
EXAMPLE 2: ΔT = 50°C with Tm = 20° C on installation
Relating to the graph Tmax = 70° C max.operating temp.
Almona
pipe
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Sliding Points Sliding points allow the pipe to move axially in both directions. Compensating With this technique, the pipe run is designed to allow any expansion to be ab-
They therefore have to be positioned well away from joints made using using expansion sorbed. To ensure this, expansion arms, where the pipe is able to expand in
pipe fittings, on a free length of the pipe’s surface. The collar which forms arms case of thermal stresses, are installed at points where the direction changes
the sliding support point must be absolutely free from parts which might (elbows, tees, etc.).
damage the outside surface of the pipe.
The specifications of these expansion arms are calculated using the following
Sliding points also provide support and ensure (provided enough of them formula:
are installed) that the pipe remains straight in spite of thermal stresses.
LS = F • √ d • ΔL
See “stirrup distances”. where:
LS = expansion arm lenght (mm)
F = constant of the material (for PP = 30)
Example of d = pipe outside diameter (mm)
sliding point ΔL = pipe length variation (mm)
Nota: when Almona GF pipe is used in the same conditions and with the same F
value, the expansion arm will be shorter than for Almona. This is because of the
lower thermal expansion coefficient, which means that the increase in pipe length
.is reduced
STIRRUP DISTANCES in cm
Example of L ΔL
expansion arm
LS
FP LP
PIPE EXTERNAL DIAMETER in mm
FP
When Almona GF pipes are used, the reduced expansion of these pipes
allows the distances between points to be increased.
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Calculating DIAGRAM The following are some examples of correct installation of Almona system on
L �L �L L
FP FP
LS
LS
FP
FP
LS
Temperature difference in °C
FP LP
L �L
Length variation ΔL in mm
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MAKING WELDS Almona system elements can be welded together using the welding machine
or an electric welder and suitable electric couplings.
Welding using the Welds are made by first heating the outside surface of the pipe and the inside
welding machine surface of the fitting simultaneously, on the welding machine die. The pipe is
Length absorption with compensation loop then inserted in the fitting, to create a socket joint.
in a straight section of pipe
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N.B.:
The heating time is calculated from the moment when the pipe and fitting make contact on
the dies.
2) Preparing the elements for welding
Cut the pipe using the cutting tool provided and check that the parts to
be connected are clean. Otherwise, clean the surfaces to be mated during
welding with a clean cloth. PROCESSING Almona GF can be processed in the same way as Almona pipe, , this is biggest
Alomna GF ..advantge agents other composite systems that needs special tools
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USING THE HOLE If a hole is accidentally made in the pipe (with a drill bit, for example) and - Once the heating time has passed (5 sec.) the repair bar must be inserted
REPAIRING DIE if the hole is in only one side of the pipe, it can be repaired using the hole in the hole. When this operation is complete, wait for everything to cool and
repairing die, bearing in mind that the pipe size must be compatible with then cut off the excess part of the repair bar. If the diameter of the hole to be
the die diameter. repaired is greater than that of the die, or both sides of the pipe are punctured,
the piece of pipe must be cut out and the repair made using normal pipe fit-
The repair procedure is as follows: tings, or more easily using the electric couplings.
- At the same time as the male part of the die melts the area around the
hole, the female part melts the repair bar usually supplied with the die.
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INSTRUCTIONS The use of a saddle fitting enables derivations to be applied to previously After verifying that the polyfuse welding device has reached working con-
FOR using Almona installed tracts of piping whose diameter is larger than the requirements of ditions, indicated by the green indicator light going off, at the same time
the new fitting tracts to be made. exert a light pressure until the surfaces of the dies fit perfectly together
Saddle
with those of the pipe and fitting.
To carry out the required welding, it is imperative that the appropriate dies The time required for this operations is shown in the table, bearing in mind
for the polyfuse welding are used. These dies, thanks to their particular ge- that the heating time indicated must be calculated from the moment the
ometry allow for the fusion of concave or convex surfaces to be welded surfaces come into contact with each other. Once the set period of time has
increasing the surface area to be fused. elapsed, the seams of the fused material will appear.
Make the hole whilst working, taking care not to damage the wall
opposite.
3) Dies for polyfuse welding and fusion procedure. Derivation Heating Working Cooling Drill tip
With normal polyfuse welding the dies must be mounted bearing the fol- diameter time sec time sec time sec mm
mm
lowing in mind:
The concave element acts on the external surface of the pipe on which the 20 5 4 120 19
derivations are to be executed and on the hole made. 25 7 4 180 24
The convex element acts on the fitting made for the derivation. 32 8 6 240 31
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08 Chapter 08 Resistance To Chemicals Resistance To Chemicals Chapter 08 08
PPR-C, Type 3 polypropylene has high resistance to a large number of ag- Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C) Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C)
gressive substances, and is therefore particularly suitable for special appli- % %
cations. 20 60 100 20 60 100
The table below provides the resistance of PPR-C, Type 3 to various chemi- Asphalt - + Ο Ethyl, acetate 100 Ο Ο
Aspirin® - + Ethyl, alcohol 100 +
cals. The table refers to the raw material only, not subjected to outside Ethyl, benzol 100 Ο -
mechanical stresses and at atmospheric pressure. For transport of com- Barium, chloride t + + + Ethyl, chloride 100 -
bustible fluids, comply with any legal regulations in force. Battery, acid - + + Ethyl, hexanol 100 +
Beer - +
Take care when the installation is to carry water with chlorine content over Benzaldheyde 100 + Flour - +
the limits permitted by law and/or contains elements which induce oxida- Benzaldheyde, liquid sol.sat. (0.3) + Formaldehyde 40 + +
tion in general. Benzoid, acid 100 + + Formic, acid - +
Benzol 100 Θ - Fruit juice - + +
Benzoyl chloride 100 Θ -
TABLE OF CHEMICAL SYMBOLS Borax sol.sat. + + Gelatine - + + ⊕
Boric, acid 100 + + Gin 40 +
AGENTS RESISTANCE Bromine, liquid 100 - Glycerine 100 + +
OF POLYPROPYLENE + = highly resistant sol.sat. = saturated solution Bromine, dry steam high conc. - - Glycerine, liquid low conc. + + +
PPR-C Type 3 +
Ο = resistant t = all % Bromine, dry steam low conc. Ο - Glycolic, acid 100 + +
Ο = fairly resistant s = it loses colour Butane, liquid 100 + Glucose - + + +
Θ = scarcely resistant Butane gas 100 + +
- = non resistant Butanol 100 + Heptane 100 ⊕ Ο
Butter 100 + + Hexane 100 + Ο
Butyl, alcohol - + + Hydrocloric, acid high conc. + +
Butyl, gas 100 ⊕ Hydrocloric, acid low conc. + +
Hydrocloric, ammonium t + + +
Calcium, chloride sol.sat. + + + Hydrogen peroxide 3 + + +
Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C) Calcium, nitrate sol.sat. + + Hydrogen peroxide 10 + +
% Carbon, tetracheoride 100 Θ -
20 60 100 Chlorine, liquid 100 - Iodine, tincture - s+
Chlorine, dry gas 100 - - - Iron, salt sol.sat. + + +
Acetone 100 + Ο Chlorine, wet gas 100 Ο - - Iso octane 100 + Ο
Acid(see acid name) - Chloroform 10 Θ - Iso propylic alcohol 100 + +
Acetic, acid 100 + + Chlorosulfonic, acid 100 - - -
Acetic, anhydride 100 + Chromic, acid - + Ο Jam - + + ⊕
Chromium, salt sol.sat. + +
Alum sol.sat. + +
Chromium plating bath - + + Lactic, acid - + +
Aluminium, salt t + + + Chromium trioxide sol.sat. + - Lanolin - + Ο
Amber, acid sol.sat. + + Coca Cola® - + Lemonades - +
Ammonia, gas 100 + + Cacao - + + ⊕ Lemon juice - + +
Ammonia, liquid conc. + + Coffee - + + + Limestone - + + +
Ammonium, acetate t + + + Copper, salt sol.sat. + + + Liquors t +
Ammonium, nitrate t + + + Copper, nitrate 30% + + +
Ammonium, phosphate t + + + Cream - + Magnesium, salt sol.sat. + + +
Ammonium, sulphate t + + + Cresol 100 + Ο Margarine - + +
Ammonium, carbonate t + + + Cyclohexan 100 + Mayonnaise - +
Aniline 100 + +
Ο Cyclohexanol 100 + + Menthol - +
Mercury 100 + +
Antifreeze - + +
Diesel oil - + Ο Methanol 100 + +
Apple juice - + + Diethyl ether 100 Ο
Dimenthyl formamide 100 +
Diossano 100 + Ο -
Dixan liquid - + + +
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Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C) Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C)
% %
20 60 100 20 60 100 Examined substances Concentration Temperature (°C)
%
Methyl chloride 100 Ο Potassium carbonate sol.sat. + + 20 60 100
Methyl-ethyl-ketone 100 +Ο Potassium chlorate sol.sat. (7.3) + +
Milch - + + ⊕ Potassium chlorite sol.sat. + + + Water:
Muriatic, acid 10 + + Potassium chromate sol.sat. (12) + + +
Boric water sol.sat. (4.9) + +
Mustard - + + Potassium iodide sal.sat. + +
Brackish water - + + +
Naphta 100 + Potassium nitrate sol.sat. + +
Naphtalene, decahydro 100 Θ - - Potassium permangan. sol.sat. (6.4) + ⊕ Bleach 12.5% chlorine Ο Ο
Naphtalene 100 + Potassium persulfate sol.sat. (0.5) + Distilled water 100 + + +
Naphtalene, trachloride 100 Ο - Potassium sulfate sol.sat. + + + Drinking water - + + +
Nitric, acid 10 ⊕ - - Propane gas 100 + + Lake water - + + +
Nickel, salt sol.sat. + + Propane, liquid 100 + Soda water - +
Nitrobenzene 100 ⊕ Ο Pyridine 100 + Ο Chloric water sol.sat. Ο -
Wax - + Ο
Octane - + Ο Quinine - +
Oil: Xylene 100 Ο -
Oil ether 100 + Ο Salt dry - + +
Oil of turpenthine - Ο - Silver, salt sol.sat. + +
Oleic, acid 100 + Soap liquid 10 + + +
Oleum t - - - Soda caustic 100 + +
Orange, juice - + + Sodium bicarbonate sol.sat. + + +
Ozone <0.5 ppm. ⊕ Θ Sodium carbonate sol.sat. + +
Almond oil - + + Sodium chlorate 25 + +
Animal oil - + ⊕ Θ Sodium chloride sol.sat. + + +
Camphor oil - + + Sodium chlorite 5 +
Coconut oil - + ⊕ Sodium hypochlorite 5 + +
Cod oil - + Sodium nitrate sol.sat. + +
Cloves oil - + Sodium phosphate sol.sat. + + +
Combustible oil - + Ο Sodium sulphate sol.sat. + + +
Linseed oil - + + Sodium sulphite sol.sat. + +
Mais oil - + Ο Sodium thiosulphate sol.sat. + +
Motor oil - + Ο Starch t + +
Olive oil - + + Sulphure, carbon - Ο
Oxalic oil - + + +
Paraffin oil - + Ο - Tea - + + ⊕
Peanut oil - + ⊕ Θ Tetra-chlorine-ethylen 100 Ο -
Peppermint oil - + + Tetraidrophurano 100 Ο -
Rosin oil - + ⊕ Thiophene 100 Ο -
Silicone oil - + ⊕ Tin II chloride sol.sat. + +
Toothpaste - + +
Paraffin 100 + + Trichlorethylene 100 Ο Θ
Petroleum 100 + Tricresylphosphate - +
Pepper - + + Turpentine 100 -
Sodium perborate sol.sat.(1.4) + +
Perfume - + Urea sol.sat. + +
Phenol sol.sat. + +
Phosphurus, acid sol.sat. + + Vanilla - + +
Phosphurus, oxichloride 100 Ο - Vaseline - + Ο
Photographic acid - + + Vinegar - + +
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09 Chapter 09 Precautions Precautions Chapter 09 09
Foreword Use of a system of plastic pipes and fittings offers a series of advantages HANDLING PIPES During handling, storage and use on site, bundles of pipes or individual lengths
from various points of view, as fully described in “Main features of Almona must be protected against excessive external stresses, such as shaking, knocks,
system”, Chapter 2 (page 7). hammer blows, etc. This is even more important as the ambient temperature
However, in order to enjoy all the benefits of these properties, the user falls, since at low temperatures the material is more rigid and has a less elastic
must be well aware of every aspect relating to the product to be used. To response to outside stresses.
assist Almona system user, we have prepared a number of important rec-
ommendations, set out below.
OPERATING The use of Almona and Almona STABI in the stated operating conditions
CONDITIONS creates absolutely no problems for the material.
However, exceeding the limit conditions for use may impair the product’s
resistance.
All precautions must therefore be taken to ensure that this does not occur;
this not only protects the system itself, but frequently also its user.
Almona STABI pipes can be installed on the outside of walls, but on the FORMATION When water passes from the liquid to the solid state (ice), its volume increases
inside of the building, while installations with direct exposure to U.V. ra- OF ICE to an extent which may generate stresses inside the installation which the ma-
diation are not recommended, since its effects gradually break down first terial is unable to withstand. The appropriate measures must be taken to ensure
the external PP-R film, then the aluminium sheet and finally the pipe below. that this does not occur, draining the system completely after testing if there is
the risk of freezing.
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CONTACT WITH Any contact with sharp edged bodies (such as brick shards) causes cuts on FITTINGS WITH When using Almona system fittings with threaded female metal insert, do not
SHARP EDGED the outside of the pipe which might lead to breakages later. Care must be METAL INSERT apply excessive tightening torques when connecting to male fittings. Also, take
taken to ensure that this does not occur during storage and installation, care not to place too much hemp between the parts to be assembled. Teflon
BODIES
and any scratched or scored pipes must not be used. is to be preferred in all cases. In addition, check that the male part is long
enough for a proper connection; generally, at least one turn of thread should
be left free.
CUTTING PIPES Use tools capable of making a burr-free cut, perpendicular to the pipe’s axis.
- for very wide radius curves, the pipe may be bent cold
- for radii close to, but not below, 8 times the diameter of the pipe
concerned, the pipe should be heated with hot air.
Rmin ≥ 8 D
WELDING The parts for welding must always be thoroughly clean and the welding ma-
chine’s thermostat must indicate that it has reached the operating temperature.
No twisting forces must be applied to the connected parts, either during or
after welding. See page 30, “Welding with the welding machine”.
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10 Chapter 10 Testing The Installation Prototype Water System
PROCEDURE Testing plays a fundamental role in ensuring that the installation operates
correctly. Testing allows the installation technician to check that the system
is not leaking at any point, for any reason.
- Tightness test
This is carried out with the system still directly accessible; it is filled with
water at ambient temperature, taking care to vent the air present.
After filling, after sealing the system, it is put under pressure for 24 h with
the following pressure value:
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11 Chapter 11 Almona Product Range Almona Product Range Chapter 11 11
PP-R/GF/PP-R REDUCTION
PIPE PN 20 ﻧﻘﺎﺹ
ﺑﺎر20 أﻧﺑوب ﻣدﻋم ﺿﻐط CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE,
CLAMP PPR ELBOW 45°
ﻗﺎﻋﺪﺓ ﺗﺮﻛﻴﺐ ﻣﻔﺮﺩﻩ ﻛﻮﻉ ﻓﺘﺢ
10 332 20 10 504 25-20
CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE,
10 334 25 10 506 32-20
10 336 32 10 508 32-25
12 212 20 10 624 20
10 338 40 10 512 40-25
12 213 22 10 626 25
10 340 50 10 514 40-32
12 214 25 10 628 32
10 342 63 10 520 50-32
12 215 27 10 630 40
10 522 50-40
12 217 40 10 632 50
10 528 63-40
10 634 63
10 530 63-50
10 532 75-50
10 534 75-63
10 536 90-63
10 538 90-75
10 539 110-75
10 540 110-90
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11 Chapter 11 Almona Product Range Almona Product Range Chapter 11 11
NIPPLE HEXAGON FEMALE NIPPLE ROUND MALE Union MALE T-PIECE FEMALE
ﺟﻠﺒﺔ ﺳﻦ ﺩﺍﺧﻠﻲ ﺳﺪﺍﺳﻴﺔ ﺟﻠﺒﺔ ﺳﻦ ﺧﺎﺭﺟﻲ ﺷﺪ ﻭﺻﻞ ﺳﻦ ﺧﺎﺭﺟﻲ ﻗﺴﺎﻡ ﺳﻦ ﺩﺍﺧﻠﻲ
CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE,
NIPPLE HEXAGON MALE FLUSH WALL DISK ELBOW 90° FEMALE T-PIECE MALE
ﺟﻠﺒﺔ ﺳﻦ ﺧﺎﺭﺟﻲ ﺳﺪﺍﺳﻴﺔ ﻛﻮﻉ ﺳﻦ ﺩﺍﺧﻠﻲ ﻣﻊ ﻣﺜﺒﺖ ﻛﻮﻉ ﺳﻦ ﺩﺍﺧﻠﻲ ﻗﺴﺎﻡ ﺳﻦ ﺧﺎﺭﺟﻲ
CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE, CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE,
CODE SIZE UNIT PRICE,
11 412 40 1 1/4" 11 102 20 1/2" 11 716 20 1/2"
11 602 20 1/2"
11 414 50 1 1/2" 11 103 25 1/2" 11 717 20 3/4"
11 604 20 3/4"
11 416 63 2" 11 105 25 3/4" 11 718 25 1/2"
11 606 25 1/2"
11 418 75 2 1/2" 11 720 25 3/4"
11 608 25 3/4"
11 420 90 3" 11 721 32 3/4"
11 422 110 4" 11 610 32 3/4"
11 612 32 1" 11 722 32 1"
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11 Chapter 11 Almona Product Range
11 826 20
12 410
ﺳﻨﺔ ﺿﻤﺎﻥ15
11 828 25
11 830 32
11 832 40
11 834 50
11 836 63
15 Years Warranty
ﺻﻨﺎﻋﺔ ﺳﻌﻮﺩﻳﺔ
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ﺳﻨـ
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ty
Made in Saudi Arabia
ﺟﻮﺩﺓ ﻋﺎﻟﻴﺔ
High Quality
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