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Chapter VI: Superimposed Loads on Buried Pipe
Earth Loads
Live Loads
Design Software
Chapter VII: Design of Buried PVC Pipe
Sewer Pipe Longevity
Alternative Design Methods

Chapter VIII: Special Design Applications
Longitudinal Bending
Support Spacing
Expansion and Contraction
Molecularly Oriented PVC Pipe (PVCO)

Chapter IX: Hydraulics
Flow of Water in PVC Pressure Pipes
Gravity Flow in PVC Sewer Pipe
Molecularly Oriented PVC Pipe (PVCO)

Chapter X: Construction
Receiving, Storage and Handling
PVC Pipe Joint Assembly
Casings
Sliplining Applications
PVC Pressure Pipe Installation
PVC Non-Pressure Pipe

Published Design Guides and Recommendations

PVC Pipe Dimensions

Unit Conversion Tables

Index
Chapter I: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe
PVC -- An Engineered Thermoplastic
Historical Background
A Rational Choice
PVC Pipe Technology

Chapter II: Raw Materials
PVC Pipe Compounds
Gasket Materials

Chapter III: Resistance to Aggressive Environments
Corrosion
Chemical Attack
Permeation
Biological Attack
Weathering
Abrasion
Soil Movement
Repetitive Fatigue

Chapter IV: PVC Pipe Manufacturing and Testing
Manufacturing Processes
Manufacturing of Profile Wall Pipe
Manufacturing of Injection Molded PVC Fittings
Fabricated PVC Fittings
Standard Specifications
Testing
Qualification Tests
Quality Control Tests and Inspection
Quality Assurance Testing
Test Certification and Warranty
Packaging and Shipping
Manufacturing of PVCO

Chapter V: Pressure Pipe and Fittings, Design and Selection
Pressure Pipe Design and Selection
Internal Hydrostatic Pressure
Distribution Mains
Transmission Mains
Transmission Pipe Design Example
Design of Molded PVC Pressure Fittings
Fabricated PVC Pressure Fittings
Surge Pressures In PVC Pipe
Sewage Force Mains
Pressure Pipe Longevity
Molecularly Oriented PVC Pressure Pipe (PVCO)