Pressure Sewer Restraint
Pressure Sewer Restraint
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All,
How are pressure sewers restrained? Are thrust blocks (similar to potable water distribution systems) an acceptable means for restraining pressure sewers? If not, why not?
Thanks.
How are pressure sewers restrained? Are thrust blocks (similar to potable water distribution systems) an acceptable means for restraining pressure sewers? If not, why not?
Thanks.





RE: Pressure Sewer Restraint
Thrust blocks are no longer used as extensively as in the past. Many engineers are moving to the megalug type of mechanical joint restraints.
The system designer has little control over the installation methods used by the Contractors. Thrust blocks may or may not be installed properly by Contractors. There may or may not be problems with the soil conditions as well.
Mechanical restraints are generally more reliably installed.
RE: Pressure Sewer Restraint
RE: Pressure Sewer Restraint
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