Abstract: A clamping assembly for joining pipe comprising a clamping band formed with a first retaining area and a second retaining area, having an axial split forming a first and second edge and a first tab disposed along the first edge of the axial split and a second tab along the second edge of the axial split, a first worm gear clamp for securing the clamping band to a first pipe section, a second worm gear clamp for securing the clamping band to a second pipe section, and at least one bolt for securing the first tab to the second tab for providing a sealed coupling of the first tab to the second tab and the first edge to the second edge, wherein coupling the first tab to the second tab provides for a seal of the first edge and the second edge such that the pipe join is sealed.