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The Pegdev Detectable Water Pipe Mesh is an essential safety tool for contractors, utility companies, and groundworkers tasked with managing underground utility infrastructure. This 200mm x 7m mesh serves as a high-visibility, physical warning layer that prevents accidental strikes on water pipes during excavation, though it requires precise depth placement during installation to be most effective.
| Model Part Number | 0687589696413 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Pegdev |
To provide both a visual warning and a detectable signal for underground water pipes, preventing accidental damage during excavation.
This specific version is labeled for water pipes; using incorrect markings can lead to confusion during future utility maintenance.
No, it is a passive warning system. The integrated wire is used with surface-level signal generators and detectors.
It signifies that the product meets the European standard for warning devices for underground cables and pipelines.
Once buried, it is intended to remain in place as a permanent underground warning marker.
Ensure the detection device is set to the correct frequency and that the wire has not been snapped during the backfilling process.
Check if the trench was backfilled deeper than recommended; ensure the mesh is placed at the specified shallow depth above the pipe.
Installation requires laying the mesh flat in the trench after the initial layer of pipe bedding and backfill has been placed. Ensure the printed side is facing upward to ensure maximum visibility for workers looking down into the trench.
Care instructions involve ensuring the mesh is not twisted during installation, as this can obscure the warning text. The material is inherently rot-resistant, so no specific chemical or environmental maintenance is required after the site is backfilled and compacted. It is fully compatible with all standard water utility installation practices and common excavation machinery.
