Pipe reaming

Where pipes are displaced or partially collapsed pipe reaming can be an effective no-dig solution for repair. Waterflow Plc provide a range of pipe reaming systems from miniaturised catch-pit / manhole based systems to HGV mounted units.

The operation is conducted with a directional drilling machine and a reamer that grinds and pulverizes the existing pipe. The excess peripheral material is flushed and removed with the drilling fluids and the HDPE pipe of the required size pulled into place simultaneously.

This method avoids the ground heave and risk to other infrastructure associated with pipe bursting, making it a very effective technique in areas with significant services and structures above or ner to the pipe being rehabilitated.