AS 5055:2006
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Test method for the resistance of pipe joints to plant root intrusion
Published By | Publication Date | Number of Pages |
AS | 2006-03-20 | 12 |
Sets out a method for assessing the ability of pervious joints in sewer and storm water pipe systems to resist plant root intrusion. It is applicable to all joints including those in new and rehabilitated pipelines, including manholes and maintenance shafts.
Scope
This Standard sets out a method for assessing the ability of pervious joints in sewer and stormwater pipe systems to resist plant root intrusion. It is applicable to all joints including those in new and rehabilitated pipelines, as well as manholes and maintenance shafts.
The method is applicable to a range of fittings including straight couplings, elbows and junctions, with a range of joint types including elastomeric seal joints, flanged joints and joints between spirals in spiral wound pipes.
Impervious joint types such as fused joints and solvent cement joints do not require testing.
Testing with both Melaleuca armillaris and rye-grass is specified in this Standard to take into account the ability of different root types to penetrate joints.