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After the five years in developing the standard, the
testing took approximately a further one and a half years.
The SABS had some of the equipment required for
testing, while Inox Systems and Easyflex had to supply
some of their own testing equipment, which took quite
a bit of effort, but once the tests were completed, they
received the test report.
“We currently have test reports for three of our
CSSP diameters: the 15mm OD under the previous
testing as a flexible connector, and the 18mm OD
and 25mm OD tested under SANS 1689, for hot
and cold water distribution. Inox is planning to
expand its range by manufacturing smaller and
larger diameters, such as 12mm OD, 32mm OD,
37mm OD, and potentially even larger diameters. We
have found that the corrugation does decrease flow
rates somewhat compared to smooth bore pipes;
therefore, we have increased our diameters to offset
that difference,” says Ofir Levi.
Although the rated pressure and working temperature
are 1 000kPa and 100°C, respectively, Inox’s CSSPs can
handle much higher temperatures and pressure, and
were tested at the SABS at 4 000kPa or 40 bar (with
the standard fitting), and at 8 000kPa or 80 bar (with
specialised fitting).
Due to CSSPs flexibility and the fact that they are
supplied in lengths of 30 metres or more, they
require less fittings, less joints, and no soldering.
The aforementioned allows for a quicker and easier
installation, making the overall installation more
cost-effective. PA
After the
five years in
developing the
standard, the
testing took
approximately a
further one and
a half years.
Plumbers earn CPD points
at IOPSA meeting
On 22 February 2018, IOPSA Cape Town hosted a most
successful and positive plumbers meeting.
By Chris Kyle of Calafrica
With some 85 people attending
and at least 75 signing the register,
the topic under discussion was
the compliance requirements for
the installation of alternate water
sources, which has become common
practice by necessity in the water-
strapped Western Cape area.
The presentations were eagerly and
positively received, with many questions
asked and answered. Certificates
of attendance were issued to all in
attendance, which entitles the PIRB-
registered plumbers to claim CPD points
towards their annual required quota.
We are living in a rapidly changing
world within which the use and
protection of our water resources are fast becoming
the most important issue to us as human beings.
Now just stop and think about this for a while and the
role that we as plumbers play in the situation. A huge
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Chris Kyle giving the
presentation to attendees.
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April 2018 Volume 24 I Number 2