What is the Low Impact Pipeline System?
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Video: See a classic example of the different result between the L.I.P. System and Conventional ptactice
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L.I.P.S. is a revolutionary concept aimed at eliminating the serious environmental problems that result from traditional pipeline practices.
Why use a conventional 42" excavating bucket for a 6" pipe? This traditional practice has let to a series of negative effects:
- 42" excavation leads to storage problems that makes separation and restoration of top soil and sub soil extremely difficult and often impossible. The end result is a major degradation of the land
- Inadequate compaction of the replaced soils frequently leads to sunken ditchways and substantial soil erosion
In the past, land cultivation could be relied upon to solve most of these problems but with the current movement towards zero-till operations the environmental impact of traditional pipeline practices becomes permanent; in fact the deterioration accelerates over time. The end result is that producers are required to spend substantial sums of money on repair work with no guarantees that the repairs will not have to be repeated at some time in the future.
The Solution: The Low Impact Pipeline System
The heart of the L.I.P. system is the Cameron bucket. The bucket is available in 14”, 22” and 24” sizes.
Its use means up to a 60% reduction in ditch width compared to conventional systems.
The Cameron bucket is so effective it can be used in practically all conditions.
Use of a packing wheel ensures that all of the excavated soil is replaced.
The end result is:
- Minimal subsidence
- Minimal soil erosion
- Minimal clean-up costs
