AE-08 Replacement Module: Pipe Bursting

This module is devoted to the pipe bursting as a special method of the replacement of pipelines. In addition, the module looks at the material and equipment requirements and the effects that pipe bursting has on the pipeline itself as well as its surrounding environment.

Upon the successful completion of this module, you will be able to:

• describe the various pipe bursting processes,
• identify the effects of pipe bursting on the surrounding environment, and
• calculate the required minimum distances to the adjacent utilities and structures.