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The Pegdev Detectable Gas Pipe Mesh is an essential safety solution for utility companies, contractors, and groundworkers who need to clearly identify and protect buried gas infrastructure. This high-visibility, rot-resistant mesh provides an immediate visual warning to excavators, while the integrated detectable wire allows crews to locate pipe routes from the surface using standard detection equipment. While it provides a robust secondary layer of protection, it must be installed at the correct depth to be most effective during manual or mechanical digging.
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The integrated wire allows operators to use electronic pipe-locating equipment to trace the path of the mesh from above ground.
Yes, it conforms to the BS12613:2023 standard for utility identification.
While it is specifically printed for gas pipes, the core material is similar, but for regulatory compliance, it is best to use specific identifiers for water, electricity, or telecommunications.
No, the mesh is manufactured to be rot-resistant, ensuring it remains intact even in wet or acidic soil conditions.
This specific variant is 200mm wide.
The wire is used for electromagnetic induction; grounding practices should follow the requirements of your specific pipe locating equipment.
Ensure the locator equipment is set to the correct frequency and that the mesh wire has not been broken or severed at any point along the route.
Verify that the mesh was installed at the correct depth according to project specifications and that ground settlement has not caused it to migrate.
Installation should follow standard site safety protocols, placing the mesh at the specified height above the gas pipe as mandated by local regulations and site plans. Ensure the integrated wire is not severed during the backfilling process, as continuity is required for surface detection. To ensure the detectable wire remains functional for future utility locating, avoid sharp kinks during installation. The material itself is maintenance-free once installed; however, site records should be updated to note the presence of the detectable marker to ensure utility location equipment is used prior to future excavations.
