UK self-healing water pipe technology slashes leakage repair times by 90% and costs by 88% - Water MagazineA self-healing pipe technology develo...

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UK self-healing water pipe technology slashes leakage repair times by 90% and costs by 88% - Water MagazineA self-healing pipe technology develo...
UK self-healing water pipe technology slashes leakage repair times by 90% and costs by 88% - Water Magazine
A self-healing pipe technology developed in Gateshead is significantly reducing the time, cost, and disruption associated with water leak repairs. Developed in 2019 by Origin Tech, Origin No Dig® allows water providers to repair leaks without the need for excavation or even knowing the exact location or size of the leak.
The new technology comes at a time when consumer bills are rising and major water companies are struggling to renew their infrastructure. One fifth of the UK’s water is now lost to leaks, an ongoing and costly issue for both water companies and their customers. Traditional leak repair methods often involve lengthy excavation, creating significant disruption to local communities and road networks.

The Origin No Dig® typical repair time is less than 30 mins from arrival to pack up and involves no excavation. The technology works by injecting a proprietary and patented non-toxic solution into the water network in the approximate area of the leak. The solution then travels through the pipe until it reaches the crack or hole, where it forms a plug within the leak or around the pipe, effectively sealing the leak. The solution is then flushed out of the pipe, and the water quality unaffected.

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