At Downer PipeTech, we pride ourselves with our involvement in the Australian pipe rehabilitation industry, we have pioneered the rollout of technologies such as pipe bursting, pressure lining, robotics, CIPP lining and structural coatings.
Downer PipeTech aims to become the market leader in providing innovative pipeline solutions to infrastructure owners primarily in the water, stormwater and wastewater industries. We are constantly looking for practical state-of-the-art trenchless technology to include in our suite of pipeline rehabilitation services. This ensures that we are in the best position possible to help maximise the value of our customers’ infrastructure investments.
We have developed a significant portfolio of tailored solutions that have required true innovation in terms of design, equipment adaptation and construction methodology. This skill, combined with the ability to identify evolving technologies from broader markets that have the potential to make a unique impact to the industry is one of the keys to Downer PipeTech’s continued success.
Common Failure Types
Typical problems encountered with pipes that need rehabilitation include:
- Bursts
- Leaks
- Loss of capacity
- Blockages
So, what are the Solutions?
Our solutions include:
- Pipe bursting
- Pressure lining
- Slip-lining
- Robotics and Point-Lining®
- Berolina-CIPP (Cured in Place Pipe)
- Tunneline
Pipe Rehabilitation projects
Tunneline | Cape Lambert Rail Line, WA
Downer PipeTech was engaged by Rio Tinto to renew three corrugated steel arch bridges in WA. The project involved the installation of [...]
Pipe bursting | Canberra Avenue, ACT
Working with Icon Water, Downer PipeTech was engaged to renew a 6.7 km section of existing (CICL) Cast Iron main pipe in [...]
Renewal of Water Main | Liverpool, NSW
Downer PipeTech was engaged by Sydney Water to renew the existing (CICL) Cast Iron main on Elizabeth Drive, Liverpool. The system upgrade [...]