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Module Lessons
Common Plumbing Processes
Basic Hand Tools
Specialist Plumbing Tools
Power Tools
Copper Tube Specifications
Machine Bending Copper
Spring Bending Copper
Soldered Capillary Joints
Compression and Press-Fit Joints
Low Carbon Steel (LCS) Pipework
Jointing LCS Pipe
Plastic Pressure Pipe (PE & PB-1)
Jointing Plastic Pressure Pipe
Sanitation Plastics (PVCu, ABS, PP)
Jointing Sanitation Plastics
Preparation of the Work Area
Notching and Drilling Joists
Pipe Clips, Brackets, and Fixings
Installation Techniques
Testing and Commissioning
Lesson Overview
This lesson covers the principles, preparation, and jointing techniques for plastic pressure pipework, focusing on polybutylene and medium-density polyethylene. You will learn how to correctly form push-fit and compression joints while avoiding contamination and joint failure.
Learning Objectives
Identify the common fittings and jointing methods used on MDPE and polybutylene pressure pipework.
Describe the correct preparation and assembly procedures required to form sound push-fit and compression joints.
Explain the vital function of pipe inserts and liners across all plastic pressure jointing techniques.
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