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HDPE Pipe ideal for below-freezing temperature applications

High Density Polyethene (HDPE) piping is a versatile product suited for multiple applications in communications, oil and gas,...


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Tags: Water

Uninterrupted Natural Gas Service: A Stream-Line™ Success Story in the Texas Panhandle

GreenLight Gas is a local utility provider serving residential, commercial and agricultural customers in the Texas Panhandle...


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A Multitude of Factors Continue to Affect the Plastics Resin Market

Rising feedstock prices are the latest factor to impact the plastics resin market, according to a recent article by the Plastics...


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Tags: General News, HDPE resin

HDPE Conduit Material: Five Frequently Asked Questions

HDPE conduit offerings are ample and abundant. From coloring to packaging, buyers have numerous choices and customization options...


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Tags: Conduit, HDPE resin

HDPE vs. Ductile Iron Pipe: Choose the Right Pipe for Water Infrastructure

As we’ve discussed before in our blog, U.S. infrastructure needs to be updated, particularly the network of pipes that bring...


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Tags: Water, Pressure

The HDPE Pipe Color Code Guide

“Know what’s below. Call before you dig!”


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Tags: Water, MicroPath, Conduit,

What Does the Infrastructure Bill Mean for the HDPE Market?

On November 15, the $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill was signed into law. The bill is designed to upgrade the nation’s...


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Tags: Water, MicroPath, Conduit,

Biogas Capture and Transportation - HDPE Pipe Is Up to the Task

Clean energy from a landfill? No, it’s not a science experiment. With biogas, it’s reality. 


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HDPE Pipe: The Superior Material for Fire Prevention

Fire sprinkler systems are highly effective at controlling fires, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). ...


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Tags: Water, Pressure, General News

HDPE Pipe ASTM Standards Guide: 16 Common Standards

ASTM International develops and publishes technical standards for several industries, including manufacturing, chemicals,...


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Tags: Water, Conduit, Pressure,

Industry certifications allow HDPE pipe manufacturers to compete in new markets

To enter new markets such as gas distribution and water distribution, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe manufacturers must...


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Tags: Water, Conduit, Power & Communications

High Density Polyethylene Pipe Supports Renewables Energy Growth

The country’s energy mix has changed dramatically over the last decade. Several forms of renewable energy now account for...


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Tags: Water, Conduit

Limited Supply and High Demand Keep HDPE Pricing High Through 2021

The HDPE pipe market is experiencing an extreme resin shortage. As of July 2021, HDPE pipe manufacturers have experienced pricing...


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Tags: General News, HDPE resin

United Poly Systems Packaging and Shipping Options

One of the advantages UPS brings to HDPE fabrication is the ability to ship the completed package in three different options:...


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Tags: Water, Conduit, Pressure,

Resin Supply Affects Long-Range Production of HDPE Pipe

Earlier this year, we reviewed how the cold-weather snap in February 2021 caused havoc to the resin supply necessary to...


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Tags: General News, HDPE resin

HDPE Pipe Installation Methods - An Overview of 6 Common Methods

HDPE Pipe Installation Methods


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UPS Manufacturing Process: Shipping

At United Poly Systems we follow a rigid, multi-step manufacturing process to ensure our HDPE products meet our tight quality...


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Tags: General News

Versatile and Durable: HDPE Pipe's Many Uses and Applications

HDPE pipe is the ideal material for a variety of industrial, water, sewer, and energy applications. It’s both durable and...


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UPS Manufacturing Process: Packaging

At United Poly Systems we follow a rigid, multi-step manufacturing process to ensure our HDPE products meet our tight quality...


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Tags: General News

HDPE’s History, Background and Supporting Organizations

High density polyethylene (HDPE) popularity and usage continues to increase. The relationship HDPE products have with our...


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Why use UPS? A Q&A with CEO Chris Reiter

United Poly Systems is a premium provider of high density polyethylene or HDPE pipe. Today we visit with Chris Reiter, our Chief...


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HDPE Piping Solutions to Update the Nation’s Infrastructure

There has been much discussion on the need to update, replace and repair the nation’s aging infrastructure. Bridge failures,...


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Tags: Water, MicroPath, Conduit

Increasing US broadband speed with Microducts, look toward South Korea

As microducts and microtrenching gain momentum in the US broadband market, South Korea’s progress provides a roadmap.


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Tags: MicroPath, Conduit

HDPE pipe terminology - everything you need to know

Are you new to the HDPE piping world? No problem. Take a few minutes between projects to review the below collection of common...


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Tags: MicroPath, Conduit, Oil & Gas,

Five useful piping websites for your reference

Here is a listing of five useful websites containing plastic pipe reference material that many professionals in the pipe industry...


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Tags: MicroPath, Conduit, Oil & Gas,