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Introduction The Best Choice for You Corrosion resistant and flexible system solutions Georg Fischer Global presence GF focuses on three core businesses: GF Piping Systems, Our global presence ensures customer proximity worldwide. GF Casting Solutions and GF Machining Solutions. The Sales companies in 26 countries and representatives in industrial corporation founded in 1802 headquarters in another 80 countries provide customer service around the Switzerland and operates approximately 130 companies clock. With 48 production sites in Europe, Asia and the USA with more than 14 000 employees across 30 countries. we are close to our customers and comply with local GF Piping Systems is a leading supplier of plastic and metal standards. A modern logistics concept with local distribution piping systems with global market presence. For the centers ensures highest product availability and short treatment and distribution of water and chemicals, as well delivery times. as the safe transport of liquids and gases in industry. Complete solutions provider Our market segments Our extensive product range represents a unique form of Being a strong partner, GF Piping Systems supports its product and competence bundling. With over 60 000  prod- customers in every phase of the project in the following ucts, allied with a broad range of services, we offer market segments: individual and comprehensive system solutions. Our auto- • Building Technology mation offering perfectly fits into our complete system • Chemical Process Industry approach and is thus an integral part of our portfolio. Having • Energy the profitability of the project in focus, we optimize process- • Food & Beverage / Cooling es and applications that are integrated into the whole • Microelectronics system. Due to our worldwide network customers benefit • Marine directly from over 50 years of experience in plastics. From • Water & Gas Utilities start to finish, we support our customers as a competent, • Water Treatment reliable and experienced partner.

Introduction A Lifetime of Consistent Performance The big advantage of plastics like PE (polyethylene), compared to metals is that there is no electro- chemical corrosion. In addition to this, plastic is lighter than other materials. The “Total Plastic Solution” from GF Piping Systems ensures safety in all applications. Safe and reliable processes and workfl ows achieved through the use of plastic piping systems translate into consistently high effi ciency for customers over the entire lifetime of their operations. PE benefi ts at a glance • Corrosion resistant • No extra corrosion prevention required • PE is fl exible during storage and installation • Withstands earth movements best • Smooth surface resulting in higher fl ow rates and reduced energy costs • Good price performance and total cost of ownership • Plastics are generally much lighter in weight • PE is the optimal material for trenchless installation techniques • PE has an estimated lifetime of 100 years • The material is durable, reliable and material homogenous jointing technologies are available • PE is “greener” than metal thanks to its lower carbon footprint • Global standards: ISO, ASTM, EN and many more

Transport and distribution lines The Right Jointing Technology for your Application Make your big projects easier, faster and more economical with large diameter solutions up to d2000 mm Transportation lines (> d315 mm) When transporting water to the domestic areas a safe and reliable connection is the key success factor, but at the same time can be a challenging task. GF Piping Systems under- stands your need for proper tooling, high performance joint- ing technologies and connection parts as well as expert support on site. It is our experience and know-how in build- ing, operating and maintaining large dimensioned piping systems, that enables us to create the right solutions for your varied installations in water transport applications. Distribution lines (d75 – d315 mm) For the reliable, economical and sustainable water distribu- tion it is essential that all piping components like pipes, fi ttings and valves are connected safely and reliably. GF Piping Systems off ers a comprehensive range of jointing technologies to satisfy your needs. With our electro fusion system ELGEF Plus a material homogeneous connection of pipe and fi tting will contribute to a reliable network. This system includes also all necessary tools and machines important for a proper installation. With the MULTI/JOINT system all kind of materials can be connected in a quick, safe and simple way – one size fi ts and grips all. ELGEF Plus system Spigot fi ttings Valves • High quality electro fusion system • No pressure derating factor • Welded connection to PE pipes • Modular concept - high fl exibility • Extensive range of spigot fi ttings, • Under pressure connection possible seamless bends and segmented • d20 mm – d2000 mm fi ttings • Pressure tapping valves up to d400 mm – 63 mm • d20 mm – d1200 mm • Ball valves up to d225 mm 4

Service lines and house connections Strong for All Kind of Pipe Connections ELGEF Plus - the electro fusion system convinces due to its outstanding modular concept Service lines and house connections (d20 – d63 mm) In the last stage of the water grid, service lines transport water to the meter. Due to its fl exibility and material homo- geneous jointing technologies, amongst many other positive characteristics, PE is today’s main used material for new installations. Thanks to the modular ELGEF Plus electro fusion system an appropriate solution can be found for every application. Each individual ELGEF fi tting and saddle is made to match and when put together form reliable leak-proof connections. The outstanding customizing possibilities together with its fl exibility are convincing and decisive customer benefi ts. Many diff erent combinations can be devised using just a few products. Also PE valves will contribute to your reliable and safe network as part of the ELGEF Plus system. MULTI/JOINT 3000 Plus system iJOINT system Machines and tools • The quick, safe and simple repair solution • No disassembly necessary • CNC technology up to d630 mm • Max. 8° misalignment per socket end • Suitable for all PE pipes, • Vast network of GF authorized (16° for a coupling) PEX, PVC-U (kit) service stations • Suitable for all pipe materials • Highest pull out resistance and reusable • Tapping saddles for PE and PVC • Butt fusion: d160 mm – d1600 mm • Applications for under and above ground use • Electro fusion: transformer and • Restraint up to and including DN600 inverter technology available • Non restraint up to DN2200

Maintenance and repair Versatile Connection and Repair System Water is precious. The amount of water that is lost or unaccounted for is typically around 20 – 30 % of production whereas older networks may lose as much as 50 %. Water loss can be attributed to several causes, including leakage, metering errors, public usage such as fire fighting and pipe flushing, as well as theft. Leakage is usually the major cause and occurs in all sections of the water grid. The causes include i.e. corrosion, material defects like ageing of gaskets, faulty installation, excessive water pressure, water hammer and environmental influences like ground movements. The method of repair depends to a large extent on the site conditions, availability, preferred jointing technology, interface requirements, as well as the dimensions and type of materials. Whether it is for maintenance, to repair a leaking or corroding pipe especially the GF WAGA products allow you to repair almost anything. The products are easy to install, reducing installation time and cost even under pressure. Connecting With GF WAGA fittings you can connect any pipe you like, regardless of the pipe material. Very convenient, when you do not know what kind of pipes you will encounter. Moreover thanks to the quick, safe and simple installation of the fittings you will always make a reliable connection. Non restraint or restraint! Repairing Also for maintenance or repair of an existing or corroded pipe GF Piping Systems offers the right solution. With these repair products you can virtually repair anything. Quick, safe and simple! Drilling Do you want to branch off on an existing pipe or make a bypass? The end users connected to the network should not experience any inconvenience. For this purpose GF Piping Systems offers an extensive package of universal drilling products, such as drilling tools, saddles and accessories to be able to drill under pressure. Pressureless drilling is no problem either. 6

Further applications Solutions for Your Reliable System For over 50 years, GF Piping Systems has enjoyed considerable success in developing application oriented plastic piping system solutions for water utilities District cooling District cooling is a system in which chilled water is distributed in pipes from a central cooling plant to buildings for room cooling and process cooling. One of the biggest advantages for PE in this kind of application is a moderate loss of cold due to its insulation character, an easy maintenance and a worldwide network of customizing and pre-fabrication centers. It is essential that pipes, fi ttings, valves and other components are connected reliably so that they last for more than 100 years. Irrigation A growing world population and the changing climate enhance the food and water scarcity globally. Enough food availability is going to be an objective which will be out of reach. As counter actions more and more food production will be separated from the local weather by building large green houses or doing extended irrigation increasing the output of food per sqm. Systems simple to install and ensuring a secure water tight distribution over the total product life span will become an important attribute. GF Piping Systems provides you a comprehensive product range for irrigation as well as on the spot trainings and fast deliveries. Pressure sewage Rather than gravity, the pressure sewage system is using pumps to move the waste water along to the waste water treatment plant. Pressure sewage systems are using generally smaller diameter pipes that are less expensive and easier to install. Plus they follow the terrain, requiring a depth just below the frost line, and move directionally to skirt obstructions. The result is a signifi - cantly lower cost of installation compared to traditional gravity systems. Choosing the right PE system a reliable network for up to 100 years can be build. 7

Services We Serve Your Business GF Piping Systems is aware of the fact that our promised performance does not end with a products purchase or installation. For us, it is a matter of course to provide individual support and application-oriented services along the entire lifecycle of your installation.

Non-destructive testing of butt fusion and electro fusion joints and material We provide NDT services during construction, as well as during operation of PE piping systems. This technique is used to evaluate the properties of the joint and the welded components. We provide to you reports of each test including statements (pass / fail) regarding the long term behaviour of the joints. Extended network documentation (Track and Trace) Knowing exactly which components are buried in the ground and having clustered additional information to the compo- nent history is saving money for operation, maintenance and repair. We provide the proper tools for collecting, storing and analyzing component related information of your piping system. On construction site data logging is supported by the GF Trace App running on a PDA. Customizing and rental pools Special fittings or prefabrication on request is what makes a solution your solution. Our customizing teams work closely together with our production and engineering specialists around the globe to develop the best solutions for you. In many countries, GF Piping Systems operates rental pools pro- viding you machines and tools for various jointing technologies like butt fusion, electro fusion and mechanical connections. Global trainings GF Piping Systems specialists are always close by. World- wide, a comprehensive range of training courses is conduct- ed by our local expert teams. The trainings are focused on methods with high practical relevance. Geared specifically toward your individual priorities as well as to your level of knowledge, our courses offer a high degree of quality and exclusivity. On site, the training pays off. Since instructing pipe fitters in the specific aspects of the installation prior to the actual construction work saves you valuable time on site. 9

References Clean Water for 150 000 Inhabitants Providing large cities with drinking water is never an easy task. Outdated systems can cause problems such as leakages or contaminations. To secure a reliable, economical and sustainable water supply in the future, the Waterworks Lublin (Poland) decided to renew a part of their old steel piping system. The new polyethylene piping system from GF Piping Systems now serves nearly half of the 350 000 inhabitants. Molewski Sp. z.o.o. realized the project from May to November Cutting-edge couplers for safe connections 2014 for the Waterworks Lublin. Established in the market For the project the installation company used GF electro since 1978, the well experienced construction company is fusion couplers for water and gas applications. They ensure specialized in building and environmental engineering such a quick and reliable connection of pipes and spigot fittings as road building and trenchless technology. with active reinforcement - a unique jointing principle. The The transport line leads right through the city center. So this functioning of the coupler has its origin from the manufac- project required the relining method, to be as space-saving turing technology. The outer pipe section is pressed over the as possible and due to the limited number of branch connec- inner pipe section. During the fusion process, the active tions in the city. reinforcement fully effects: The heat in the fusion zone reduces the stiffness of the inner ring and the reinforcement Deciding for plastics means deciding for the future ring pushes actively from the outside to the inner ring. Thus, The advantages of plastic in comparison to metal pipelines larger gaps can be closed more quickly and the expansion of were obvious and made GF Piping Systems the desired the coupler is inhibited. During the cooling process the provider for the jointing technology. Compared to metals constant pressure from the outside makes the coupler plastics are resistant to corrosion and abrasion, warranting shrink onto the pipe. This patented principle ensures a a long service life. When professionally installed 100 years perfect welding result. can be expected. They score particularly well because of their low weight, which pays off especially in the areas of 360° services transportation and processing. Energy costs can be reduced Being a well-known brand on the market GF also offered the with targeted layout planning and optimal sizing contribut- best package of service. This project in Poland where ing to a steady flow rate. Furthermore plastic solutions have GF Piping Systems new electro fusion coupler with active a considerably smaller carbon footprint than traditional reinforcement technology in dimension d710mm were materials – an important factor in designing sustainable and installed is a great success. It will help secure the water future-oriented piping systems. supply for coming generations.

References MULTI/JOINT Be- low Water, Yet Above Standard Just southwest of the coast of Sardinia you find the small island Isola di San Pietro. Almost all of the inhabitants live in the town Carloforte. The water treatment plant of the water company Abbanoa S.p.A. is located in this town as well. The sewage and waste water of the island is transported to this water treatment plant. After the sewage and waste water have been processed, the treated water is discharged into the sea. This is done via a two kilometre long steel pipe line with an O.D. of 429 mm. The pipes lay at the bottom of the sea at a depth of 15 to 20 meters. In order to keep the pipes on the seabed at all times, concrete anchors have been used on various locations. Leakage Customer service prevails In July 2014 a part of the pipe line came loose from the Besides a good product the organization behind the product seabed. Problems with the concrete anchors in combination needs to be on a high level as well. Georg Fischer S.p.A. with air in the pipe line caused parts of the pipes to break. responded quickly and effectively to the challenge. A quick Parts of the pipes floated on the water. The floating pipes delivery was possible because the fittings were on stock in needed to be removed as soon as possible to prevent the distribution centre of Georg Fischer S.p.A. All requested accidents with boats and jet skis. certificates and a clear user manual could be provided on short notice as well. This gave the water company Abbanoa Sea water demands high quality S.p.A. the necessary peace of mind that everything would After removing the floating pipes, the damaged pipe line go well. needed to be repaired as well. On the seabed you cannot use just any fitting. The demands of the water company Abbanoa Successful installation S.p.A for this specific repair included the following points: In September a team of divers from a contractor who is • The fitting had to compensate for the difference in specialized in working below sea water, came to Carloforte. alignment of the pipes To be able to install the couplings, the pipes were lifted • The fitting had to be end load resistant slightly off the seabed by using special balloons to enable • The fitting needed to be coated with excellent, seaworthy the divers to slide the couplings over the pipes. In total 11 and corrosion resistant coating MULTI/JOINT 3000 Plus DN400 couplings were installed. • The fitting should be easy to install underwater by divers • The fittings had to be delivered quickly Carefree sailing By acting quickly the problems were solved. Everybody can sail across the waters around Isola di San Pietro again, without worrying about hitting any floating steel pipes. 11

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