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Installation Guide
Aqua-Shield™ AQW
Two-piece protective sleeve with separate closure
Product Description Storage & Safety Guidelines Equipment List
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To ensure maximum performance, store
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Canusa products in a dry, ventilated area. Keep

products sealed in original cartons and avoid
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exposure to direct sunlight, rain, snow, dust or

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other adverse environmental elements. Avoid

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prolonged storage at temperatures above 35°C

(95°F) or below -20°C (-4°F). Product

Cleaner
Factory Supplied installation should be done in accordance with
Cut-to-Length Closure local health and safety regulations.
Aqua-Shield™ AQW is typically shipped in pre-cut These installation instructions are intended as a guide Propane tank, hose, torch & regulator.
lengths. Closures are shipped pre-cut with the sleeves. for standard products. Consult your Canusa Appropriate tools for surface abrasion.
The adhesive is protected from contamination by an representative for specific projects or unique Knife, roller, rags & approved cleaner.
inner liner. applications. Digital thermometer with suitable probe.
Standard safety equipment; gloves, goggles, hard hat, etc.
Product Preparation Guidelines Surface Preparation
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overlap

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L
50mm
10mm

Pipe O.D.: 25mm 10mm

Closure

<450mm (18")
Cut
Underlap

Overlap

100 mm overlap W
Sleeve
>450mm (18")
150 mm overlap 1"
Sleeve width
½"
2" ½"

As a guideline, cut the required lengths of Sleeve material (L) and Closure material (W) from the bulk roll as follows Clean exposed steel and adjacent pipe coating with
L = Coated Pipe circumference + overlap dimension W = Sleeve Width cleaner to remove the presence of oil, grease, and other
contaminants. Changes in profile at butt-weld straps
Refer to chart below for pipe O.D. and overlap dimensions and bell & spigot details should be filled with an
Ensure that the sleeve and closure are not damaged or contaminated. Trim corners as shown (optional). approved filler tape sealant prior to sleeve application.

Flame Intensity & Torch Size

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Pipe O.D. Overlap Pipe O.D. Pipe O.D.
<450mm >450mm
< 450 mm (18") 100 mm (4") (18") (18")

450 mm - 1500 mm (18"-60") 150 mm (6")

Use moderate to
Use moderate flame high flame intensity
1500 mm - 3800 mm (60"-150") 300 mm (12") intensity for pre- for pre-heating and
heating and shrinking. shrinking.
>3800 mm (150") 600 mm (24") Minimum Torch Size:
Minimum Torch Size: 300,000 BTU/hr.
150,000 BTU/hr. >1500mm (60")
use 2 torches.

Surface Preparation Pre-Heat

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Ensure that the pipe is dry before cleaning. The steel Wipe clean or air blast the steel and pipe coating to Pre-heat the steel joint area using propane torches
joint area must be cleaned to a minimum of a wire brush remove foreign contaminants. such that no moisture is visible (typically
finish. It is recommended to lightly abrade (with a hand temperatures of 40-60°C (100-140°F) are
tool) the pipe coating adjacent to the weld area to a recommended on sleeve area). On pipe diameters
distance of 50mm (2") beyond each end of the sleeve greater than 1220mm (48"), use two torches on
width. opposite sides. Apply the sleeve rapidly to
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Sleeve Installation
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Partially remove the release liner and gently heat the Centre the sleeve over the joint so that the sleeve overlaps Wrap the sleeve loosely around the pipe, ensuring the
underlap approximately 150 mm (6") from the edge. between the 10 and 2 o'clock positions. Press the underlap appropriate overlap. Gently heat the backing of the underlap
firmly into place and remove the remaining release liner. and the adhesive side of the overlap. Press the overlap into
place.
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Remove any release liners from the closure. Centre the Gently heat the closure and pat it down with a gloved hand. Repeating this procedure, move from one side to the other.
closure on the overlapping sleeve. Press down firmly. Smooth any wrinkles by gently working them outward from the centre of the closure with a roller.

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Pipe O.D.:
<1220mm (48")
1 torch
>1220mm (48")
2 torches

Using the appropriate sized torch, begin at the centre of Continue heating from the centre toward one end of the Shrinking has been completed when the adhesive begins
the sleeve and heat circumferentially around the pipe. Use sleeve until recovery is complete. In a similar manner, to ooze at the sleeve edges all around the circumference.
broad strokes. If utilizing two torches, operators should heat and shrink the remaining side. Finish shrinking the sleeve with long horizontal strokes
work on opposite sides of pipe. over the entire surface to ensure a uniform bond.

Inspection
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While the sleeve is still hot and soft, use a hand roller to Continue the procedure by also firmly rolling the closure Visually inspect the installed sleeve for the following:
gently roll the sleeve surface and push any trapped air up with long horizontal strokes from the weld outwards. • Sleeve is in full contact with the steel joint.
and out of the sleeve, as shown above. If necessary, • Adhesive flows beyond both sleeve edges.
reheat to roll out air. • No cracks or holes in sleeve backing.

Backfilling Guidelines
After shrinking is complete, allow the sleeve to cool prior to backfilling. To prevent damage to the sleeve, use selected backfill material, (no sharp
stones or large particles) otherwise an extruded polyethylene mesh or other suitable shield should be used.

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