NRM Classification
Sub-Element: 2.5.1 - 1 External enclosing walls above ground level Confidence: high
Element: 2.5 - Element 2.5
Group: 2 - Superstructure
General Information
| Issue Date | 2025-08-10 |
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| Valid Until | 2030-08-10 |
| Number of Datasets | 1 |
Product Information
Description
Ductile cast iron pipe system DN 150 with Portland composite cement lining, zinc coating and PUR-Longlife coating. The VRS®-T system is a ductile centrifugal cast iron pipe with a push-in end with welding bead and a socket, connected to form any pipe length. The connection is highly loadable, flexible, and longitudinally force-locked, allowing easy and quick assembly with up to 5° angular deflection. No welding or weld inspection on site is necessary. The connection can be disassembled at any time.
Application
Mainly used for drinking water supply, fire-fighting lines, snowmaking systems, and turbine lines. Installation methods include conventional trench installation, trenchless installation, bridge pipelines, interim pipelines, and float-in installation.
LCA Information
| Energy Mix | Market based approach |
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Manufacturing & Lifecycle
Packaging
Pipes are closed with caps and provided with wooden spacers and PET bands for transport. All packaging materials can be thermally recycled.
Use Phase
No relevant material or energy flows during use phase.
End of Life
Pipes are almost completely removed in urban areas and recycled. Recycling rate assumed 97%, 3% landfilled. Dismantling uses same equipment as installation.