This standard describes the materials and application of fused polyolefin coating systems for buried service. This system is applied in pipe coating plants, both portable and fixed, using coating techniques and equipment as recommended by the manufacturer.
The purpose of this standard is to provide purchasers, manufacturers, and constructors with the minimum performance requirements for fused polyolefin coating systems for the exterior of steel water pipelines for underground corrosion protection. The standard describes requirements for system components, application, inspection, testing, marking and packaging.