Cost-Effective Uses For Solid Triple Wall Pipe
Triple Wall Pipe is triple bonded polyethylene, creating exceptional pipe stiffness. Featuring a smooth inner and outer walls with a corrugated structural core. Available in both solid and perforated configurations which allow it to be used for both drainage and water collection purposes.
The Benefits of Triple Wall Pipe Include:
Enough strength and flexibility to withstand freezing and thawing conditions, or continuous freeze without cracking. High corrosion resistance to salt, acid, and alkalis. Ideal for water diversion, eaves, and rainwater harvesting. Triple Wall Pipe has bell ends for easy installation without requiring couplers. The outer diameter is designed for PVC fittings to press on, without needing glue. The pipe stiffness greater than 30 psi (210 kPa).
- Made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE), stands out favorably from PVC pipes due to its cost and reduced environmental footprint.
- Resistant to corrosion, abrasion, de-icing salts, and vibration .
- Extremely durable and effective, the TripleFlo has a lifespan that can exceed 100 years.
- Lightweight and easy to install.
- Consistent with PVC outer diameter per ASTM D2729/CSA 182.1.
Our Recommended Uses For Solid Triple Wall Pipe:
For this article, we’re going to focus on our common recommended uses of solid pipe. 4″ x 10′ Triple Wall Solid HDPE Pipe is ideal for eaves, water diversion, and rainwater harvesting. It can also be used as a cost-effective wire conduit.
Water Diversion
Solid Triple Wall Pipe is a great option for water diversion because it is strong enough to be buried and made of HDPE with a long lifespan. Some examples of common water diversion methods are:
- Above ground as extensions on eavesthrough, allowing water to be moved farther away from houses, foundations, or areas of concern.
- As part of a sump pump system to move water out of basements or crawl spaces and away from your home.
- Buried as a part of your foundation drainage system. Solid pipe is typically used in foundation drainage systems by being connected to perforated pipe. The perforated pipe is used in the areas where you want to collect water, such as along your foundation, and the solid pipe is then used to relocate collected water away from troublesome areas to your desired outlet location.
Rainwater Harvesting
Solid Triple Wall Pipe is the most economical option for creating custom rainwater collection channels. Most commonly, they are connected to your eaves to redirect roof water into your rainwater harvesting systems. Because these pipes are lightweight and use PVC fittings for elbows, tees, etc., installation is extremely user friendly. You can learn more about rainwater harvesting below, or with a detailed blog here.
An average roof in Southern Ontario (based on a 1,500–2,000 sq. ft. roof footprint) can collect approximately 60,000 to over 100,000 litres (13,000 to 22,000+ gallons) of water per year. If you’d like to take advantage of that rainwater by investing in a rainwater harvesting system, we have large liquid storage tanks for permanent above ground use, cisterns for below ground, and even smaller totes that are ideal for a home gardener. All of our tanks could be customized for a 4” Triple Wall Pipe inlet, allowing your rainwater to go directly from your roof to your tank.
