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Tip: “Gapping Method”

For those of you employing the “gapping method” of preparing a pull in place liner by cutting out holes where the branch lines tie in, then wetting it out and pulling or pushing it into place – here’s a cheaper and much faster method. If you pull the wetted-out liner into place without cutting out […]

Comparing Resins

“I am looking at your coating machine as well as your competitors. One uses polyurethane resin, one uses epoxy resin, and you use poly urea resin. I’m a little confused as to which way to go. Can you tell me why your resin, the poly urea stuff, is better than the others? Also, isn’t poly […]

Website Resources

“Where can I find information about how your coating system works? You should post it on a website so it’s easy to find.” This query came to us years ago and we responded with a very comprehensive website to provide you with the information you need to transfer knowledge to your customers. I’d like to […]

New Career Paths Caused by Pandemic

“I’m at my wits end because of this pandemic. It’s killing any business for the company I work for and I’m afraid of losing my job. I used to be a plumber’s helper years ago and am wondering if that market is any good or just as bad as the one I’m in?” Bill Bill, […]

Calibration Tube Failure

“Your calibration tube failed. It popped when I blew it into the liner. Thankfully I had more calibration tube and shot another one that held but I am nervous about using it in the future. Can’t you make it stronger or out of a different material that won’t pop when inverting it?” Let’s figure out […]

Tip: Maintaining Cables

For those using high-speed cables, lubricate them monthly by removing them from the sheath and letting the cable soak in 30 weight or greater oil. This activity will lengthen the service life of the cable and will produce better speeds by reducing friction. For more information contact Pipe Lining Supply at +1-888-354-6464 or email us […]

Tip: Educating Customers

When opening a drain on a drain call, take a couple of minutes to educate your customers about what you are doing and why they had the backup. Offer solutions to mitigate future call backs. The few minutes you spend doing this will pay you back handsomely. For more information contact Pipe Lining Supply at […]

Tip: SLIC ™ Lubricant

Pipe Lining Supply’s SLIC ™ lubricant is water-soluble and will not stain surfaces while providing a high level of lube for installing CIPP liners. For more information contact Pipe Lining Supply at +1-888-354-6464 or email us at info@pipeliningsupply.com.

Tip: Cable Camera

Our small flexible cable camera set up used for coating can accommodate either a 50’ cable and head (standard), or a 150’ cable to use with extended length coating jobs. For more information contact Pipe Lining Supply at +1-888-354-6464 or email us at info@pipeliningsupply.com.

Tip: Cast Iron Lining

If you’re lining cast iron pipe using our scrim material for CIPP laterals, we produce a slightly undersized nominal pipe diameter for cast iron applications. Be sure to specify when ordering. For more information contact Pipe Lining Supply at +1-888-354-6464 or email us at info@pipeliningsupply.com.