Advancing Water Infrastructure with FRPM Technology
The history of water pipe development is a testament to human ingenuity, stretching back to 4000 BCE in the Indus River Valley, where clay pipes were fashioned. From wood in Ancient Crete to copper in Egypt, and finally the intricate aqueducts of Ancient Rome, our methods evolved. Today, in the United States alone, there are over 2.2 million miles of water pipe, yet with a water main break every two minutes, it's clear our infrastructure needs attention. In 1820, steel pipes emerged with a promised longevity of 85 years, but corrosion often cut that short. Prestressed concrete cylinder pipe (PCCP) arrived in 1942, boasting a 96-year lifespan, yet suffering from a high rate of sudden failures. Ductile iron pipe (DIP) followed in 1955 but faced environmental concerns and reduced life…