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PVC Recycling Scheme a Focus or World Earth Day Celebrations
As countries across the world come together today, Friday 22 April to celebrate World Earth Day, the Construction Plastics Recycling Scheme partners celebrated today with
Update to Industry Guideline POP004
Industry Guideline POP004 – Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings Compounds has been updated. This includes the addition of Borouge HE 3490 ELS-H compound and re-conformity completed
Read PIPA’s article in the March Edition of The Australian Pipeliner
Read our article in the March edition of the The Australian Pipeliner on PIPA and how sustainable plastics pipes are! The roles they play in delivering
Technical Note TP001 Updated
One of the many benefits of PVC pipe is its resistance to root intrusions. Due to fewer joints, their flexibility and the interface or contact
Plastic pipes playing a vital role in desalination plant pipeline
Kangaroo Island’s new desalination plant will soon be connected to the community through a new large plastic underground pipeline. This pipeline will help improve drinking
World Standards Day 2021
Today is World Standards Day. This year’s theme is about our shared vision for a better world. The integrity of Australia’s plastic pipeline infrastructure has
Want to know more about Hydrostatic Pressure Testing of PE Pipes?
PIPA’s Technical Note TN005 – Notes on Hydrostatic Pressure Testing of PE Pipes provides background and summary of diameter/short length pressure testing, rebound test and
No-Dig Down Under 2022
No-Dig Down Under will now be held 8-11 March 2022 at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney. Dedicated to trenchless technology, No-Dig Down Under is
2021 APGA Virtual Convention and Exhibition
The Australian Pipelines & Gas Association have announced the program for their 2021 Virtual Convention and Exhibition. This event will take place over 5 days
Update to POP004 Polyethylene Pipes and Fittings Compound – Issue 26
PIPA’s POP004 – Polyethylene Pipes and Fittings Compound has been updated and now available in our Technical Section or view here. The updates include the
PPXX Live next week in Amsterdam and PPXX Online coming soon
PPXX will be held live in Amsterdam 6th – 8th September. The new program details can be downloaded here. Due to Covid restrictions the live
PIPA welcomes David Bird as Chair
PIPA is pleased to announce David Bird, CEO of Vinidex has been appointed to the position of Chair, replacing Matthew Hynes who has completed his
PIPA becomes founding member of MECLA
PIPA has recently become a founding member of the Materials and Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance (MECLA). This collaboration of organisations comes together to drive reductions
PIPA publishes update to POP001 Technical Guideline
PIPA has just released version 8.1 of POP001 – Electrofusion Jointing of PE Pipes and Fittings for Pressure Applications. Some updates to this version include:
PPXX Conference Abstract Book now available!
The PPCA Conference & Exhibition PPXX Conference abstract book is now available. It contains exciting technical and commercial trends in the world of plastic pipes. It
PVC pipes chosen for water main replacement program
SA Water have chosen PVC pipes for their Port Hughes water main upgrade replacement program. It’s great to see water utilities choosing plastic pipes for
Update to POP004 – Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings Compound Issue 25
PIPA’s POP004 – Polyethylene Pipe and Fittings Compound has been updated and now available in our Technical Guidelines section – view here. The updates include
Technical advancements presented at Plastic Pipes XX – September 2021
Titanium Dioxide (TiO2) is one of the important materials in the formulation of PVC pipes, although only used in relatively small quantities. It is primarily
United Nations SDGS and the role plastic pipes play
The United Nations SDGS are a global call to action providing us with a common agenda to address some of the most pressing challenges facing
Get on board with NEXTgen!
Standards Australia’s NEXTgen program is designed to foster the next generation of technical experts and industry representatives. The professional development program is for individuals who
PIPA’s Position Paper – Use of recycled content in plastic pipes
PIPA’s position paper provides insights into the use of recycled content within the plastic pipes and fittings industry. It’s aim is to provide understanding on
Dr. Alan Whittle awarded the Standards Australia W.R. Hebblewhite Medal
Congratulations to Alan Whittle on being awarded the W.R. Hebblewhite Medal this year in the 2021 Standards Australia Awards. Alan is truly deserving of this award for his
National Construction Code 2022 Public Comment Draft has been released – have your say!
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) National Construction Code 2022 Draft has been released for public comment. Some of the key areas of change include:
Our Story
PIPA – The Plastics Industry Pipe Association was established in 1999. We are the peak industry body representing plastic pipes, fittings and raw material suppliers
PIPA’s Plastic Pipe Recycling Program
Our commitment to the Australian community is simple – we aim to recycle the maximum amount of usable plastic pipe. Do you have plastic pipes
Plastic Pipe Systems. Smart. Efficient. Sustainable
Plastic pipe systems are smart, efficient and sustainable. They’re engineered products designed to last, delivering essential, everyday services and utilities. Plastic pipe systems are safe
National Volunteer Week (NVW)
This week is National Volunteer Week, Monday 17th May – Sunday 23rd May – Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteers. PIPA would like to thank
PIPA launches new look and website
We’ve been established since 1999 – PIPA – The Plastics Industry Pipes Association of Australia. Come and explore our new look, our new website, our
PIPA announced as a PPCA Conference Partner
PIPA is honored to be announced as a Conference Partner by the Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA). The PPCA is a global association dedicated to
PIPA takes the Operation Clean Sweep Pledge
As PIPA’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility we have taken the pledge committing to Operation Clean Sweep (OCS). PIPA is working with our
PIPA welcomes Matthew Hynes as Chairman
Matthew Hynes, Iplex Pipelines’ National Technical Services Manager has been appointed the position of Chairman, replacing David Livermore who recently resigned from the PIPA Board.
PPXX Conference moves forward
PPXX CONFERENCE MOVES FORWARD – TECHNICAL PROGRAM NOW ONLINE Many advances in the field of plastic pipe technology have been announced by organizers of the Plastic
PIPA announces its new EGM
Following an extensive executive search, interview and selection process, PIPA has now named Cindy Bray as its new Executive General Manager, effective 11 May 2020,
Focus on Future Development at PPXX
One of the topics addressed at Plastic Pipes XX Conference will be “Hydrogen replacing natural gas – Is the pipeline infrastructure ready? Such a review
Christmas and New Year office closure
PIPA’s office will close on Friday 20th December and reopen with limited services on Monday 6th January 2020. During this period the plasticspipe@staging.pipa.com.au email address
TEPPFA launches new website
TEPPFA (The European Plastic Pipe and Fitting Association) has launched an upgraded website packed with useful information, case studies and tools. According to TEPPFA General
PVC AUS 2020 Shared Horizons
PVC AUS 2020 Shared Horizons 26-28th May 2020 Surfers Paradise Over two days, PVC AUS 2020: Shared Horizons will have content-rich, technical and commercial presentation
Opportunity for recycled plastic drainage pipe in road projects
At the 12th meeting of the Transport and Infrastructure Council, Transport, Infrastructure and Planning Ministers from the Commonwealth, States and Territories, New Zealand and the
POP004 updated
Technical Guideline POP004 has been updated with additional coloured materials supplied by Price Plastics
APGA CoP v5 now referenced in Queensland Government regulations
[fusion_text]Effective 8 November 2019, the Queensland Government’s Petroleum and Gas (Safety) Regulation 2018 now references APGA code of practice upstream polyethylene gathering networks – CSG
Ozpipe XIX final report
Ozpipe XIX has been a wonderful forum for the exchange of knowledge and ideas. A total of 127 delegates representing Australia and 15 other countries
One day until Ozpipe XIX
Ozpipe XIX begins tomorrow morning, 7th November. A small number of seats remain for those who enjoy leaving things until the ‘last minute’. The PIPA
One week remaining to register for Ozpipe XIX
With Ozpipe XIX only one week away, now is your last chance to register for Australia’s premier plastics pipe conference. The program of technical papers
Abstract Submission DEADLINE EXTENSION for PPXX
As requested, the PPXX abstract deadline is extended to November 15th. The extension is to allow those attending the 2019 K-Fair time to focus on
PIPA members exhibit and present at APGA 2019 Convention
PIPA was well represented at this week’s Australian Pipelines and Gas Association convention in Adelaide. The convention attracted more than 350 delegates who enjoyed a
Less than one month until Ozpipe XIX
[fusion_text]With only four weeks remaining until the Ozpipe XIX technical conference in Sydney, interest in the conference is peaking. Delegates from fifteen countries have signed-up
PPXX Conference Amsterdam – Last call for papers
Organisers of PLASTIC PIPES XX are expecting to receive as many as 100 abstracts for their conference and exhibition that takes place in the “Pipe”
TEPPFA joins EU wide initiative to improve the sustainable use of plastics
On 20 September, key influencers that can move society at large to a more sustainable use of plastic products, gathered in Brussels to sign the
POP004 updated
POP004 (Issue 20) has been updated to include latest data submitted for Qenos PE100 grades, HDF193B and HCR193B
Last week for Ozpipe XIX Early Bird Registration
This is your last week to take advantage of Ozpipe XIX Early Bird Registration rates, which close Friday 20 September.
PIPA Members Exhibit and Present at No-Dig Downunder
PIPA members Iplex, Vinidex and Qenos represented the Australian plastics pipe industry at No-Dig Downunder in Melbourne this week. No-Dig Downunder is Australia’s premier technical
Changes to PIPA Board
Mr David Livermore, Iplex Pipelines’ Head of Marketing and Technical has taken over the chairmanship of PIPA from Mr Mark Nykiel, whose term expired prior
POP004 Revision
PIPA has revised and published POP004 (Issue 19) to include two additional PE100 coloured stripe materials, lime green and yellow, manufactured by PolyPacific.
In Touch with the Dutch at PPXX in Amsterdam
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) has highlighted the promotional and networking opportunities of its next conference and exhibition, PLASTIC PIPES XX. Hosted in Amsterdam at the
Ozpipe XIX Early Bird Registration
Reminder – Early Bird registration for Australia’s leading plastics pipe and fitting technology conference expires in one month. If you’re planning to attend Ozpipe XIX,
Launch of APGA CoP Version 5
Dr Alan Whittle, Chair of PIPA’s PE and PVC Technical Committees represented the plastics pipe and fittings industry at the Australian Gas and Pipe Association’s
Executive General Manager
Our EGM has announced his retirement from paid employment, and we are calling for applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position. If you are
Notice of Annual General Meeting
An invitation is extended to all financial members, to attend the PIPA Annual General Meeting, to be held on Tuesday 3rd September 2019 in the
Sustainability Victoria Repository of Recycled Materials for Construction Projects
GHD has been contracted by Sustainability Victoria to obtain information regarding the availability of construction materials containing recycled content and to ultimately develop an online
Ozpipe XIX full page advert in Utility Magazine August Edition
A full page advertisement for Ozpipe XIX appears in the August edition of Utility Magazine. To view the digital version of Utility Magazine, click here
New arrangements to access Australian Standards
Standards Australia has entered into a new distribution arrangement with global publishing brand Techstreet, that it says will deliver better choice and access to users
Infrastructure Magazine’s Ozpipe XIX editorial
Examining the use of recycled plastics in infrastructure pipe
Updates to POP004, POP004A and POP013
PIPA has revised and published updated issues of Technical Guidelines POP004, POP004A and POP013 to clarify the temperature rerating factors that are application to PE100
TEPPFA Confirms 100+ Year Expected Lifetime for PVC and PE Pipes
The European Plastic Pipe and Fitting Association (TEPPFA) confirms 100+ year expected lifetime for PVC and PE pipes. Practical experiences gathered and technical assessments carried
Launch of Version 5 of the Code of Practice for Upstream PE Gathering Networks
APGA and PIPA will hold a seminar in Brisbane to launch the latest version of the APGA Code of Practice for Upstream PE Gathering Networks
Monkey Media Utility magazine editorial focuses on Ozpipe XIX
Monkey Media, Ozpipe XIX’s media partner and publisher of widely distributed industry magazines Utility and Infrastructure, has published an editorial focussing on Ozpipe XIX technical
McElroy Manufacturing onboard as Ozpipe XIX Gold Sponsor
PIPA is pleased to confirm PE pipe welding equipment supplier, McElroy Manufacturing Inc., has come onboard as a Gold Sponsor of Ozpipe XIX technical conference.
CEN Publishes First EN Standard for PVC-O Pressure Pipes
The European Plastic Pipe and Fitting Association (TEPPFA) has announced the publishing of the first European Standard for PVC-O pressure pipe. EN 17176 standard is
PPCA makes Ozpipe XIX Press Release
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) announces that papers delivered at OZPIPE XIX Conference in Australia will lead to a significant upswing in the region’s plastic pipe
Vinyl Council of Australia to Sponsor Ozpipe XIX iPad Award
PIPA is pleased to announce Vinyl Council of Australia’s CEO, Sophi MacMillan, has today agreed to sponsor the iPad award for the best PVC paper presented
Ozpipe XIX Program and Early Bird Registration Open
For two days over 7th and 8th November 2019, PIPA and the international Plastic Pipe Conference Association will gather the world’s foremost plastics pipe experts,
Green Building Council of Australia
PIPA is proud to be a member of the Green Building Council of Australia; an association with which we have maintained continual membership since 2016.
Monkey Media on board as Ozpipe XIX’s publicity partner
Monkey Media, publishers of the widely read Utility and Infrastructure magazines, have agreed to partner with PIPA to promote Ozpipe XIX. The September issue of
Call for papers at PPXX in Amsterdam
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) has issued a call for papers to be presented at its next conference and exhibition, Plastic Pipes XX. Hosted
TEPPFA explains why flexibility is essential in pipes
The proof is in the research A recent engineering report by the European Plastic Pipes and Fittings Association (TEPPFA) called ‘Behavior of Plastic Pipe Systems
POP004 updated
POP004, PIPA’s Technical Guideline dealing with polyethylene pipe and fittings compounds, has been updated to harmonise PE100 resin’s requirement to demonstrate ongoing conformity, with those
PIPA website now has RSS feed
To ensure PIPA information users never miss an important POP revision, update or news post, the PIPA website now has a RSS Feed facility. To
POP004A updated
PIPA’s supplementary list of materials specific to electrofusion and moulded fittings, POP004A, has been updated with the latest information relating to resins’ POP013 conformity.
PPXX Amsterdam 2020
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association has released information for delegates and exhibitors planning to attend PPXX in Amsterdam, September 21-23, 2020. The main program will
PE Fitting Standard Revision Public Comment
The opportunity to review and comment on the public comment draft of AS/NZS 4129 Fittings for Polyethylene (PE) Pipes for Pressure Applications, ends on 16th April 2019.
POP005 and POP018 updated
PIPA has published revisions of two technical guideline documents: POP005 Packing, Handling and Storage of Polyethylene Pipes and Fittings has been revised primarily to include
Ozpipe XIX Call for Papers closing soon
PIPA and the international Plastic Pipes Conference Association’s inaugural technical conference Ozpipe XIX, will be held in Sydney on 7th and 8th November 2019. Already 20 international
Sustainable Procurement e-learning module (free) launched
[fusion_text]The Supply Chain Sustainability School has released a short e-learning module that explains what ‘Sustainable Procurement’ means, how the concept and ISO 20400 are relevant
Ozpipe XIX – Call for Papers
PIPA in association with the International Plastic Pipes Conference Association (PPCA) is pleased to announce a call for papers for Ozpipe XIX technical conference on
POP004 Polyethylene Pipe and Fitting Compounds update
PIPA has published POP004 Issue 15 with updated information pertaining to AS/NZS 4020 certification of resins, where that data has been provided. This revision also
Rollepaal on board as Ozpipe XIX main corporate sponsor
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association and PIPA is very pleased to announce that Rollepaal have committed to support the Ozpipe XIX plastics pipe and fittings
Ozpipe XIX – International presenters
The Plastic Pipes Conference Association has advised PIPA the first round of international speakers invited to present at Ozpipe XIX in Sydney, 7 and 8
Sandwich Construction PVC-U Technical Note TN019 published
PIPA has published a new Technical Note TN019 dealing with Sandwich Construction (SC) PVC-U Non-Pressure Pipe. SC PVC-U pipe has been successfully used in Australia
Revised POP001 listed
PIPA has revised POP001 to clarify the need for welders to use mechanical peeling tools to remove the oxidised surface, when preparing PE pipe for
Revised POP016 and POP004A listed
PIPA has revised and republished two guidelines, POP004A and POP016. POP004A “Supplementary list – Materials Specific to Electrofusion and Moulded Fittings” has been updated (Issue
AS/NZS 4130:2018 Polyethylene (PE) Pipes for Pressure Applications
On 5th December, Standards Australia published its 2018 edition of AS/NZS 4130. This revision deletes the separate Series 2 gas pipes dimension Table 3, and amalgamates
Ozpipe XIX – PPXIX Spin-Off Conference Date and Venue
The date and venue for the Plastic Pipe Conference Association’s PPXIX spin-off technical conference, Ozpipe XIX, have been set and planning is now underway. Ozpipe
POP007 Metal Backing Flanges for use with PE Pipe Flange Adaptors – updated
POP007 has been updated (Issue 2.6/Nov 2018) and is available for download from the Technical Guidelines page. Changes to POP007 include: Clarification of the pressure