SERBCO Western Province

25 Pinotage rd
Saxenburg Ind
Blackheath
PO Box 259
Blackheath
7581
Tel: 021 905 7749
Fax: 021 905 7743
Email: admin.wp@serbco.co.za

DISADVANTAGES OF PP-R PIPING

1. PP-R pipes, like all plastic products, are not for outdoor installation where exposed to direct
sunlight. If installations are done as such, the product must be painted with PVA to protect from
the sun drying out the oil content present in all plastics.
2. Additions or repairs to PP-R pipes systems can only be done by making use of a fusion-welding
tool.
ADVANTAGES OF PP-R PIPING
1. The PP-R pipe system is the only plastic pipe system where both the pipe and fittings consists of
exactly the same material thereby making it fully recyclable.
2. Green status can be awarded due to the following:
Life expectancy of more than 50years.
Product manufactured from crude oil waste(plastic is a by-product)
Fully recyclable.
Insulation is 35 times more than that of copper thereby making it a power saving product.
3. Theft: There is no demand as yet for the material to be used in recycled products in South Africa.
Scrap value (when a demand arises) will be in the region of R1-20/kg compared to copper
reaching up to R32-00 p/kg. The weight ratio to rand-value does not make this a financially
viable theft.
4. All fittings are welded onto the pipe and therefore are not re-usable. The mechanical fittings
used on other products, still tempts the thief as the fitting can be re-used or sold as scrap in the
case of brass fittings. No alterations (illegal) can be made to piping systems other than by
maintenance personnel/plumbers in possession of the fusion-welding tool as no other fittings
but PP-R , fits on the piping.
5. Vandalism will be restricted to cutting (hacksaw)or slashing with sharp weapon. The pipe is not
brittle (semi-rigid and can handle impact with blunt object), fittings not removable from pipe and
vice versa.
6. The Pestan PP-R piping system carries the FULL SABS mark and cannot be used in conjunction
with any other pipes or fittings that are not PP-R. Other SABS approved products either only
consists of fittings or pipe and, if approved as a system, are compatible with other non approved
products that make any assurance of quality void.
7. The Pestan PP-R piping system carries a ten year product guarantee and sufficient manufactures
insurance to cover any possible defect claims on any project.
8. The Pestan PP-R piping system is very cost effective compared to other SABS approved systems
and when specified, will lead to lower contract pricing and cost saving that can be administered
in other departments.

Francoise Johnston
CEO – Serbco WP

Johnston Slaghuis CC t/a SERBCO Western Province CK Reg No:1993/24814-23 VAT No: 4320139712
 SERBCO Western Province
25 Pinotage rd
Saxenburg Ind
Blackheath
PO Box 259
Blackheath
7581
Tel: 021 905 7749
Fax: 021 905 7743
Email: serbco.wp@chaosnet.co.za

GUARANTEE FOR PESTAN PP-R RANDOM PIPE AND FITTINGS

Pestan pipes and fittings carries a 10 year guarantee if installed and applied in accordance with the
manufactures specifications. Defect pipes and fittings will be replaced and costs of labour and damages
covered in accordance to the stipulations of the insurance policy held at that time, after inspection and
product default verification. Damage to items due to manhandling or poor workmanship are not covered
under this guarantee. The guarantee will only be valid if the following conditions are adhered to:
PP-R Pipes and fittings are suitable for reticulation of cold and hot potable water and have a life expectancy
in excess of 50 years.

Static pressure of cold water must not exceed the rating of the class pipe used.

Static pressure of hot water must not exceed 70% of the rating of the pipe used and not exceed a consistent operating
temperature of more than 80 degrees Celsius.

Fittings are rated at maximum pressure of 25 bar.

Pipes and fittings must be buried under ground at a minimum depth of 300mm and covered with a bedding , free of
roughage, underneath and on top of not less than 100mm.

Pipes and fittings are not UV stabilized and must not be exposed to direct sunlight. Although not covered by this
guarantee, it is suggested that pipes and fittings be painted (sleeved) if exposed to direct sunlight.

Pipes and fittings are not to be exposed to open flames.

The maximum allowed fusion-welded angle (pipe to fitting) is 10 degrees.

Kerfs or heavy blows are not allowed.

Pipes hanging vertically or horizontally must be fastened with the appropriate holder bats with spacing in accordance
to manufacturers’ specifications.

Johnston Slaghuis CC t/a SERBCO Western Province CK Reg No:1993/24814-23 VAT No: 4320139712