Hiline SuperCase Outer Casing Joints
Suitable for all the Hiline systems with a rigid HDPE casing, the EN489-compliant Hiline SuperCase range of heat-shrink and electro-fusion casing joints offers installers a versatile choice that all have outstanding joint security for a trouble-free operational lifetime.
Hiline CSC-PE100 SuperCase
EN489-approved, wrap-around casing system with an embedded electro-fusion mesh.
SIZE RANGE: 110mm - 1,200mm
JOINT TYPE: Electro-Fusion
Hiline CSC-X SuperCase
EN489-approved, tubular casing system for pre-foamed joints (half-shells)
SIZE RANGE: 90mm - 1,200mm
JOINT TYPE: Heat-Shrink
CSC-PE100 is based on a PE100 Grade technology. The design of this product results in the most versatile pre-insulated pipe joint protection system on the market.
The CSC-PE100 Casing can be installed using pre-embedded mesh and electro-fusion welding with the automated IntelliFUSE™ system.
Proven and Reliable Joint Protection
- The CSC-PE100 system exceeds the stringent requirements of EN489:2019 Standard and allows for 100% inspection through pressure testing and pre-foaming.
- Structural integrity of the CSC-PE100 Casing system results in robust and reliable joint protection with class-leading resistance to soil stress, moisture ingress and the effects of temperature cycling.
Engineered for Maximum Efficiency
- The CSC-PE100 design offers simple and forgiving installation, as it does not require an external heating source during installation, thus reducing cycle time and installed cost of the joint.
- Combined with IntelliFUSE™ the system offers automated quality control, traceability features and industry leading installation speed, as the pre-embedded mesh does not require an additional external heating source.
Other Key Advantages / Options
IntelliFUSE™ System
- Portable, easy to use system
- Automation reduces human error
- Built in quality control
- Fast cycle time
Air Pressure Testable
- Non-destructive, on-site quality control measure
- Verifies correctness of installation
- Allows for 100% inspection
Repair and Rehab
- Wrap-Around Casing configuration
- Major PE Jacket Damage
- Joint rehabilitation
- Fully welded on the pipe to match standard CSC-PE100 performance
Versatility
1. IntelliFUSE system: maximum strength and sealing with PE to PE welding
- Reliable and repeatable fusion cycle ensured by automation
- Built-in quality control system with data logging and direct temperature feedback process
2. Repair system: wrap-around configuration
- Used for major repairs of damaged PE jacket and rehabilitation of joints
- Matches the functional performance of standard CSC-PE100 systems
Heat-shrink case jointing system for pre-foamed joints on pre-insulated pipe systems
SIZE RANGE: 90mm - 1,200mm
JOINT TYPE: Heat-Shrink
The CSC-X SuperCase is a fully shrinkable joint casing system designed to provide effective sealing and protection of field joints on pre-insulated pipelines. The CSC-X System integrates a crosslinked, bimodal HDPE Outer Casing with a Shrink Film, applied as the first layer over the foam, to deliver a reliable double seal of the pre-insulated field joint area. This unique solution allows for inspection of the foam at the joint prior to the application of the permanent CSC-X seal.
Assured Long-Term Sealing of the Joint
- Tubular design of the product and shape memory imparted through cross-linking ensure superior conformance of the Casing to the pipe over the design life of the pipeline.
- Thick bi-modal HDPE Outer Casing provides optimal mechanical protection of the joints, robust resistance to soil stresses and creates a water impermeable barrier
- This EN 489 Certified product has an extensive track record of performance on insulated pipelines in the District Heating/Cooling and Oil and Gas industries
Unmatched Installation Flexibility
- Allows for foam infill of the joint through either foam injection with a removable mould or installation of pre-formed foam half shells
- Available in a wrap-around form for the repairs of insulated pipeline coatings, protection of inaccessible joints and other specialised installation requirements
- Crosslinked material facilitates fast installation and prevents premature recovery of the casings during hot summer months
Inventory Reduction Proposition
- CSC-X Casings are offered in an over-expanded version (CSC-X RC-65) allowing for a single casing to be applied on two or even three consecutive pipe diameters, thus significantly reducing inventories.
- Over Expanded Casings provide a solution for joint protection across pipe diameter reductions.
Full Range of Pre-Insulated Pipe Accessories
- We offer a full range of lightweight wraparound, reusable foaming molds, which allow for an efficient and practical foaming of the pre-insulated pipe joints in the field.
- The Hiline range also offers a full line of preformed polyurethane foam half-shells and two-part liquid foam kits.
Other Key Advantages / Options
CSC-X Field Bonder
- Allows for open-type (non-tubular) CSC-X to be applied to pipe after pipe joints are welded together
- Great for repairs or to reduce shipping costs as CSC-X open-type casings are shipped as flat sheets as opposed to tubes
On-Site Moulded Foam
- Complete size range of SuperCase-compatible foam molds is available
- CPV provides PU foaming materials
- Moulds are light and easy to handle
Pre-Moulded Foam Half-Shells
- Complete size range of half-shells are available
- Eliminates joint foaming in the field
Versatility
1. CSC-X is Installed After Foaming
- Allows 100% Inspection of foam
- Avoids need to drill holes into casing required for foam injection and venting
2. Shrink Film
- Quick and easy to install
- Provides primary sealing of joint foam (Shrink together with CSC-X Joint Casing)
3. High Shear and Peel Strength Adhesive
- Ensures strong, watertight seal
- Provides excellent resistance to soil stresses
4. Crosslinked High Density Polyethylene Material
- Crosslinked material provides very fast response and shortens installation time
- Excellent resistance to mechanical forces such as impact, indentation and other soil stresses
- Retains its shape and hoop stress over the lifetime of the pipe system
- Does not pre-shrink when exposed to sunlight heat
- Excellent resistance to burning
IntelliFUSE system: maximum strength and sealing with PE-to-PE electro-fusion welding for the PE100 SuperCase™ joint
IntelliFUSE™ automates electro-fusion welding of casing systems across pre-insulated pipe joints. The pragmatic features incorporated into the IntelliFUSE™ equipment design include:
- Simple and intuitive operation menus accessible through touch screen interface Built-in quality control/traceability system with GPS location tracking
- Direct welding temperature control for consistent and robust weld of every joint
- Compact and durable packaging built to withstand rigours of pipeline construction site
IntelliFUSE SuperCase System™
The unique attributes of the SuperCase™ revolutionize the speed, efficiency and reliability of the field welding process. Paired with IntelliFUSE™, the system provides unmatched value proposition for the field-installed, electro-fused joint protection system utilised on pre-insulated pipelines.
Reduced installation time
Fusion cycle starts right after shrink down of the CSC‑PE100 SuperCase™ consequently eradicating long cooling wait times required by competitive systems.
Elimination of field equipment
Expendable tape is used to reinforce the fusion area thus eliminating the need for custom built mould solutions.
Built-in quality control system
Fusion data is logged and verified for every joint as an additional quality control measure.
Out-of-round pipe conformance
Tubular design of the product and shape memory imparted through cross-linking ensure superior conformance of the casing to out-of-round and misaligned pipes.
IntelliFUSE™ automated welding
A portable, easy-to-use system
- Automation reduces human error
- Built in quality control
- Fast cycle time
Service Pipe Joints
There is a selection of different jointing methods for use with the Hiline range of pre-insulated pipe systems. Each joint technique will vary according to the service pipe option chosen, which include the following:
Electro-Fusion Joints
Used for our rigid polymer service pipe options.
Mechanical Joints
Axial compression press-fitted or mechanically-clamped joints - typically used on our flexible polymer pipe systems
Spigot-Socket Chemical Weld
This method is used on our Hiline GRE system
For details of each technique and their suitability for the Hiline range, please refer to the individual system pages that can be found by clicking the links below, or alternatively please contact our sales team.
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