| The Process
Since 1999, ACE DuraFlo® has been successfully
using its proven system that has saved building owners and homeowners thousands
of dollars, while saving occupants the messy, noisy and destructive experience
of a repipe.
Until now the only effective long-term remedy
for encrusted galvanized steel or rust-corroded copper small diameter piping
was the expensive and inefficient method of repiping the whole piping system.
This meant the nuisance of dirt, noise, and several weeks of being without
water. Building owners, homeowners, property managers and tenants are eagerly
seeking an alternative to this old fashioned, expensive and frustrating
system.
Step 1 - Air Drying of Pipes
Small air hoses are connected to the piping systems
water lines. The isolated system is then dried with pre-heated filtered
dry air by one of the world's quietest compressors. |
Step 2 - Corundum Cleaning
The dried pipes are cleaned to remove any corrosion
buildup and oxidation that can create blockage, which can damage your fixtures.
An air and corundum mixture sandblasts the inside surface of the pipes.
The cleaning process prepares the internal pipe surface for proper bonding
of the epoxy. |
Step 3 - Epoxy Coating Applied
The final stage of the restoration process is
the application of the epoxy lining to the piping system. This seals and
protects the piping system permanently. All water supply lines are reconnected
with new angle stops and a complete system check is performed. |
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Ace DuraFlo
The ACE DuraFlo system is based on “in-place”
pipe restoration technology. That’s right. We restore pipes right within
the walls, without tearing them out.
This revolutionary technology has been used by
homeowners, the US Air Force, hospitals, universities, major hotels, resort
facilities, apartments and industrial facilities.
The ACE DuraFlo system restores piping systems
in half the time and with virtually no destruction when compared to a repipe.
Your newly restored pipes will never corrode, pit or scale.
A permanent, safe solution, in potable water systems
ACE DuraFlo uses only coating materials that are NSF approved and UPC listed
for safe use. Once restored, your system will no longer leach lead or copper
contaminants. Your water stays pure, clean and safe to drink.
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Compare for Yourself
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Copper Repipe
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ACE DuraFlo®
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| Cost |
Expensive |
Economical |
| Installation |
Time Consuming |
Fast |
| Corrosion Protection |
No Protection |
Protects Against Corrosion |
| Water Availability |
Long Shut Downs |
Always Available |
| Destruction |
Extensive, messy |
Close to None |
| Dust / Dirt |
Very Dirty Process |
Neat, Clean |
| Noise |
Loud, Noisy |
Quiet |
| Effectiveness |
Temporary |
Long Term |
| Lifestyle Disruption |
Disruptive |
Minimal |
| Health Certified Water Quality |
Ongoing Health & Safety Risks |
NSF/ANSI Standard 61
approved and UPC listed |
Frequently Asked Questions About
the ACE DuraFlo System
Does pipe restoration save a building owner
and tenants money?
YES! Since pipe restoration restores a building’s
piping system within the walls, owners save thousands of dollars by not
paying to replace their existing piping system. The costs saved by not
destroying walls, removing and replacing pipes, and redecorating make pipe
restoration the less expensive alternative. |
Does the pipe restoration outlast a new pipe?
YES! New pipes start to deteriorate the moment
the water is turned on. Epoxy lined pipes are protected against corrosion. |
Can an ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM restoration be planned
around the tenants schedule?
YES! The ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM restoration is planned
as far ahead as possible. An updated schedule of the suites to be restored
is published in the lobby on a daily basis. The process should not compromise
a tenant’s standard of living. |
What type of pipe can the ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM
restore?
The ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM is designed to restore
copper, steel, galvanized and metallic sprinkler systems. The rust and
corrosion buildup within the pipe is removed to restore full water pressure.
Pipes are then epoxy coated to protect against future corrosion. |
Is the ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM method safe?
YES! The ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM does not use chemicals
in its cleaning process, meeting North America’s strictest water safety
standards. In addition, the epoxy used in the process is certified safe
for use in potable water systems. |
Who has used ACE DuraFlo Pipe Restoration?
Some of the largest companies in the nation have
taken advantage of this proven technology for many years. Some customers
include hotels, government agencies, property mangers, building owners,
hospitals, The U.S. Air Force, primary care facilities and universities. |
If pipes are old and fragile, can the ACE
DuraFlo SYSTEM fix my pipes?
In most cases YES!, however in all cases a site
visit must be arranged with an ADF specialist who will assess the problem
and make the final determination. |
If a hole is found, can you fix it?
YES! Sometimes a hole is found in the piping
system. If a hole is found we simply replace the affected area of pipe
and continue with the process. |
Will carpet and flooring be protected when
crews are in a suite?
YES! The crews conduct all their work inside
the building so no mud or dirt tracked in. The only working material likely
to touch flooring is the food grade hose that supplies the air to the piping
system. In the event that a suite requires special attention, ground covers
are put down before work is commenced. |
Is ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM the most environmentally
friendly alternative?
YES! The ACE DuraFlo SYSTEM significantly reduces
waste and strain on landfills compared to the conventional re-pipe method. |
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