Standard Plug Line Stopping
What is Standard Plug Line Stopping?
Standard Plug Line Stopping is a reliable and efficient service for managing water flow without resorting to full system shutdowns. Perfect for temporary shut-offs where permanent valves aren’t needed, this method is invaluable for both municipal and commercial applications. As the most widely utilized form of line stopping, it offers an ideal solution for situations requiring quick and effective intervention.
How Standard Plug Line Stopping Works
In the Standard Plug Line Stopping process, a specially designed rubber "bullet" is carefully inserted through a hot tap on the pipe. This rubber plug is then compressed to perfectly conform to the pipe’s interior, forming a secure seal that maintains pressure within the main line. Our meticulous line stop plug installation minimizes disruptions and accommodates a variety of pipe materials, including Cast Iron, Ductile Iron, PVC, Steel, and Asbestos Cement (AC).
This technique is executed while the main line is still under pressure, allowing for precise "point shut-downs" where a permanent valve isn't required and the shut-off is needed for a short duration, typically less than three days.
When to Use a Standard Plug Line Stops
Standard Plug line stops are appropriate for most municipal and commercial water and force main sewer applications (<120PSI, <3 ft/sec of flow, 16" and smaller pipe diameter).
Standard Plug line stopping can be performed on the primary water main types used for water distribution:
- Cast Iron
- Ductile Iron
- PVC
- Steel
- Asbestos Cement (AC, or transite)
Advantages of Line Stop and Pipeline Plugging Services
Preventing Sediment Fallout and Pipe Damage
Eliminates sediment fallout and pipe damage that result from depressurization.
Ensuring Pipe Integrity and Continuous Water Flow
Eliminates sediment fallout and pipe damage that result from depressurization. Protects water flow for customers, including emergency and operational services.
Sediment and Damage Prevention through Pressurized Line Stops
Eliminates sediment fallout and pipe damage that result from depressurization. A line stop is performed while the existing main is under pressure.
Why Mickie Service Company for Line Stop Plug Installation?
We offer Standard Plug Line Stopping services primarily in Texas. If your project is outside Texas, please contact us, and we will work with you to determine if our solutions are right for your work.
Large On-Hand Inventory
Large on hand inventory of line stop fittings to enable rapid service installation (often critical for emergency repair situations).
Our Solutions
Line stops are one of many Water Main solutions; solutions are often paired (for example - provide permitting, excavation, line stops and water main offset, all turnkey).
24/7 Assistance
Full time PM and office staff to assist with proper design of the overall solution and to ensure that all aspects of the service, not just the line stop itself, are effectively managed.
Long-Standing Relationships
Long standing relationships with key equipment and material suppliers as well as complementary service providers enable us to offer the best possible standard plug line stop solution for each job.
Highly Trained Experts
Highly trained, experienced installation technicians.
Ready To Start Your Project?
Leveraging our core capabilities in water main tapping – we now provide line stops, insertion valves, and private fire line installation.