Abstract: A pipe coupling including at least one annular clamp housing at an end of a body, the at least one annular clamp housing having an opening for inserting therein a pipe and including clamp members and a tightening element that fastens and tightens the clamp members towards each other in a direction transverse to an axial length of the body so as to apply a radially-inward clamping force on a pipe inserted in the opening, at least one auxiliary clamp including auxiliary clamp members located near the at least one annular clamp housing, and an auxiliary tightening element that fastens and tightens the auxiliary clamp members towards each other in a direction transverse to the axial length of the body so as to apply a radially-inward clamping force on the pipe inserted in the opening.

Abstract: A clamp is disclosed which structurally replaces a cracked P3a weld in the piping of a BWRi's core spray line. The clamp includes upper and lower clamp bodies that are joined together by clamp bolts held by keeper nuts with crimp collars engaging the bolts. Upper and lower curved jaws of the clamp bodies contact the piping at a plurality of contact points to form gaps between the piping and curved jaws to thereby ensure that the clamp engages the piping and seals the cracked weld. Conically shaped ends of stop bolts inserted into the upper curved jaw seat into conical holes machined in the core spray line piping to prevent the piping cracked weld from separating after the clamp is installed.

Abstract: A rehabilitating pipe for repairing an existing pipe has pipe units that are mutually coupled in a longitudinal direction of the existing pipe. Each of the pipe units has segments that are mutually coupled in a circumferential direction of the existing pipe. Each of the segments has an inner-surface plate and an outer-wall plate extending vertically from and around an entire perimeter of the inner-surface plate. The outer-wall plate has lateral plates extending along a longitudinal direction of the inner-surface plate and end plates connected between the respective lateral plates. Connecting members couple the segments together in the circumferential direction to assemble the pipe unit. A restraining member is attached to and encircles an outer circumference of the assembled pipe unit to restrain the pipe unit.

Abstract: A one-piece connector has a tubular member and an annular flange, and is usable to connect a lateral pipe to a main pipe. The connector is constructed such that the annular flange is glued to the inner surface of the main pipe and the tubular extends through an opening formed in the main pipe. The connector may be formed of stainless steel or other alloy or of a plastic polymer material. The connector has a tapered end, which is tapered inwardly to facilitate press-fitting a lateral pipe onto the tubular member.

Abstract: A method for aligning a beam spot with a waveguide portion of a wavelength conversion device includes scanning a beam spot over the input face of the wavelength conversion device while measuring the output intensity of the device such that an output intensity for each of a plurality of fast scan lines is generated. A first alignment set point is then determined based on the output intensity of each fast scan line. A second scan of the beam spot is then performed over the fast scan line containing the first alignment set point while measuring the output intensity for each point along the fast scan line. A second alignment set point is then determined based on the output intensities measured during the second scan. The beam spot is then aligned with the waveguide portion using the first alignment set point and the second alignment set point.

Abstract: A slip joint clamp is disclosed which structurally replaces cracked welded joints in the core spray downcomer slip joint coupling, which is part of the lower portion of internal core spray piping internal to a reactor vessel of a Boiling Water Reactor plant. The internal piping delivers core spray cooling water to the reactor core region. The clamp assembly consists of a primary clamp housing and a secondary clamp housing, which are rotationally joined together by a hinge assembly including a hinge pin. The clamp assembly is installed at a desired elevation relative to the downcomer slip joint, and then secured to the downcomer piping by installing coupling bolts and associated coupling bolt keeper nuts that hold the primary and secondary clamp housings in a facing relationship to one another around the downcomer slip joint.

Abstract: An assembly includes a composite flange, an insert, an adhesive and a support. The composite flange has at least one damaged aperture. The insert is positioned in the damaged aperture and extends therefrom to provide compressive load transfer through the composite flange. The adhesive is positioned directly on at least a portion of the composite flange proximate the damaged aperture. The support is positioned over the adhesive and contacts the insert.

Abstract: A repair clamp made of heavy-duty plastic material. The repair clamp is used to fix a problem on an anodeless riser. The clamp has two sides and six stainless steel bolts and nuts.

Abstract: A unitary conduit repair joins first and second conduits each having open ends spaced from one another a predetermined distance, wherein the repair includes a unitary tubular body having a first end portion with an elongated female portion and an opposite second end portion with a male portion, and the unitary body has a total length greater than the predetermined distance between the ends of the first and second conduits.

Abstract: A reaming tool for reaming a socket in a broken end portion of a cylindrical conduit enlarges the internal diameter of the broken end portion to provide a socket for receiving a male end portion on a repair coupling. The reaming tool is guided by the inner diameter of the conduit while reaming out the broken end portion to a socket diameter that is about midway between the original internal and outer diameters of the conduit.

Abstract: A segment is coupled to another segment in circumferential and longitudinal directions thereof to assemble a rehabilitating pipe for rehabilitating the existing pipe. Each of the coupled segments has at least one coupling surface provided with a recessed part that confronts the recessed part at the coupling surface of the segment to which it is coupled to form therebetween a gap that is configured to receive and hold waste material existing at a bottom surface of the existing pipe when the rehabilitating pipe is assembled inside of the existing pipe.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus and method for repairing a collapsed underground duct for a fiber cable. A head is inserted into the duct until the collapsed section is sensed. Power, such as hydraulic or pneumatic pressure of electric potential, is applied to the head, actuating an expansion member that engages the duct wall and applies a force to it, forcing it to a non-collapsed state. The head may be fed through the non-collapsed duct by applying air pressure behind it, forcing through the duct until it encounters the collapsed section.

Abstract: Disclosed is a pipe fitting specifically designed for repair applications called a Repair Pipe Fitting. One or more of the arms (inlets or outlets) of a Repair Pipe Fitting is longer than the corresponding arm on a standard pipe fitting, so that connecting pipes that have been cut to remove a standard pipe fitting do not have to be extended to install a Repair Pipe Fitting. Repair pipe fittings are best suited for use with plastic pipe, where joints are sealed with cement, although Repair Pipe Fittings may also be used with metal pipe, where joints are sealed with welds or threads. Repair pipe fittings may be sealed using the same sealing method as used by the original fittings, such as cement for plastic fittings and pipes. Repair pipe fittings may also be sealed using a non-permanent sealing method such as compression caps and gaskets.

Abstract: Pipe fittings, used in joining abutting ends of two pipe sections, comprise a pair of semi-cylindrical members that are adapted to fit around and engage the periphery of opposed ends of the two abutting ends of the pipe sections. Longitudinal edges of the two semi-cylindrical members are formed so as to mate with one another to form a mechanical means of locking the semi-cylindrical members together in tight engagement with the ends of the pipes. Each of the semicylindrical members has a seal mechanism formed of a resilient, elastomeric material which forms a mechanical, water-tight seal between the mutually respective pair of semi-cylindrical members as well as the opposite ends of the pipes to which the pair of semi-cylindrical members have been attached.

Abstract: A method according to the invention, comprising the steps of producing a first band of material made of meltable plastics with incorporated heating conductors, winding the band on the pipe to cover the pipe zone to be repaired or joined, supplying the conductors electrically until desired melting of the material of the band melts is caused on the wound zone to create a cover block covering that zone. An assembly for implementing the method is also proposed.

Abstract: A tubular product has a tubular base layer, a tubular innermost layer made of plastic by continuous extrusion, and a tubular tie layer of foamed plastic between and adhered to the base layer and the innermost layer. The tie layer is made of melt processable adhesion plastic, is extruded simultaneously with the innermost layer against the base layer, and has better adhesions to the base and innermost layers than the base and innermost layers have to each other.

Abstract: Integrally formed plastic segments comprising an inner surface plate constituting an inner peripheral surface and lateral plates vertically arranged on an edge part of the inner surface plate extending in a circumferential direction are coupled in a circumferential direction to assemble pipe units 10, 10?. The pipe units are coupled sequentially in the longitudinal direction of a pipe, and a rehabilitating pipe is laid down in an existing pipeline. When an existing pipe 21 is bent, the pipe units are coupled at a bending part 21b in the longitudinal direction of the pipe via coupling members so that central axes X1, X2 of the pipes are angled toward each other to create a bend. A gap formed between the pipe units at the bent part is covered by a cladding. Such a configuration enables a rehabilitating pipe to be watertight and resistant to external forces.

Abstract: A rehabilitating pipe is assembled inside an existing pipe using segments to repair the existing pipe. A coupling member is inserted through a segment when it is coupled in the longitudinal direction to another segment coupled already, and the coupling member is joined to the coupling member of another segment already coupled. During joining the segment is clamped against another segment and both the segments are coupled in the longitudinal direction. Such steps are repeated to couple other segments to segments already coupled until the rehabilitating pipe is laid to a predetermined length.

Abstract: A pipe coupling and clamp effective for attaching to pipes for repairing clogs and/or leaks, that can be used for connecting pipes together, that has a relatively low profile, is relatively easy to install, that is relatively inexpensive to manufacture, and which can be used with a variety of pipes.

Abstract: A segment for a rehabilitating pipe is coupled to another segment in the circumferential and longitudinal directions of a rehabilitating pipe to rehabilitate an existing pipe. The segment has on one coupling surface a protruding part and a recessed part continuous with the protruding part and on another coupling surface a recessed part and a protruding part whose shapes respectively conform to the protruding part and the recessed part of one coupling surface. The protruding part and the recessed part of one coupling surface of one segment is brought into tight surface contact with the recessed part and protruding part of another coupling surface of another segment and interfitted thereto when one and another segments are mutually coupled in the circumferential and longitudinal directions of the rehabilitating pipe.

Abstract: A device for repairing automobile, and other vehicle, exhaust pipes that have been broken. The device comprises three major components, four sections of angle steel, four U-bolts, and two thread bolts. The angle steel sections form a trough and a cap. In use, the broken exhaust pipe lies inside the trough formed by the first two sections of angle steel and snugly nestles into the angle. The U-Bolts hold the angle steel in place and each angle steel section can move along the thread bolts. The U-Bolt is tightened where the break in the exhaust pipe exists. The U-Bolt may also be loosened to allow the two exhaust pipe pieces to be pulled apart. The device allows for a clean repair of an exhaust pipe without the need for tape, hangers, welding, or other temporary and/or inefficient measures.

Abstract: A mechanical repair fitting for arresting propagation of a damaged section of flexible pipe such as polyethylene pipe is disclosed wherein mating cylindrical half-pipe sections are hingedly coupled together so as to flex open for receiving said damaged pipe. The fitting is then locked onto the pipe section thereby compressing two annular seals to form a pressurized compartment between the fitting and the pipe. A valve forms a port to the pressurized compartment and permits the control of pressure therein. If the pipe is breached, the compartment will have the same pressure as the pipe during fluid flow such that strain due to a pressure differential is alleviated. If there is no breach but damage, the pressure can be equalized with the internal pressure to prevent propagation of the damage.

Abstract: A fitting and pipe section assembly 10 that is capable of being installed in tubing 20A and 20B of a jetted bath to render the tubing 20A and 20B adaptable to accept a close fit fluid flow device 30. The fitting and pipe section assembly 10 includes a pipe section 12, first and second fittings 18A and 18B, and first and second indicia 17A and 17B. The pipe section 12 has a center segment 16 between inlet and outlet end portions 14A and 14B. The inlet and outlet portions 14A and 14B may be placed in fluid flow communication with an inlet and an outlet of the tubing 20A and 20B. The first and second fittings 18A and 18B are disposed on the inlet and outlet portions of the pipe section 14A and 14B. The first and second indicia 17A and 17B on the pipe section 12 define the center segment 16 of the pipe section 12 and guide post-installation cutting of the pipe section 12 at predetermined points.

Abstract: In one embodiment, a containment apparatus includes an outer casing having a body with a first end and a second end sized to fit around a pipe, and an interior channel in the body that extends between the first and second ends configured to receive a section of the pipe. The length of the interior channel is sufficient to enclose a rupture in the pipe between the first and second ends of the body. One or more seals between the first and second ends of the body are configured to seal the outer casing around a rupture in a pipe when a pipe is received in the interior channel. The containment apparatus further includes a securing mechanism that maintains the one or more seals against a pipe when the containment apparatus is attached to a pipe.

Abstract: A seal clamp assembly for sealing an opening in a piping system includes, in an exemplary embodiment, a base having a first side, a second side and an aperture extending therethrough from the first side to the second side, and a brace coupled to the base. The brace includes a distal pad hingedly coupled to a distal end portion of the brace. The seal clamp assembly also includes a spring bridge coupled to the base first side. The bridge includes a substantially rectangular U-shaped frame and an aperture extending through the spring bridge frame such that the spring bridge aperture is in substantial lineal alignment with the base aperture. A clamping assembly is coupled to a proximate end portion of the brace.

Abstract: A repair clamp made of heavy-duty plastic material. The repair clamp is used to fix a problem on an anodeless riser. The clamp has two sides and six stainless steel bolts and nuts.

Abstract: A sealing of pipe repair clamps is taught providing a flexible inner sheet or sleeve adapted for duty inside a pipe repair clamp to prevent leakage of the fluid to be transported in a pipeline. The inner sheet or sleeve may be used in combination with a band-type pipe clamp of various types. The clamp may also be useful for temporary or permanent repair of a leaking pipe and for connecting two pipe ends. The clamp may include, in a pipe clamp or coupling for pipes by means of a metal clamping band to surround the pipes, and a flexible inner sheet or sleeve disposed inside the clamping band, having reinforcing material bonded to or embedded in the inner sheet or sleeve to inhibit axial expansion when the inner sheet or sleeve is under compression between the pipes and the clamping band.

Abstract: An apparatus to seal terminal ends of the two half oversized sleeves, positionable on the external circumferential side of affected riser pipes. The apparatus comprises of a pair of flange bodies integral to the two half oversized sleeves and a pair of terminator bodies. Each flange body includes a semi-circular collar with a plurality of bores and a semi-circular lip. The terminator body includes a semi-circular collar with a plurality of bores and a semi-circular recess structured and configured to receive the respective semi-circular lip. Two semi-circular graphite strips are introducible into the semi-circular recess. The terminator body is secured against the flange body by tightening of nuts and bolts introduced between the bores in the flange body and the terminator body.

Abstract: A pipeline repair system includes a sleeve adapted to permanently enclose an outer surface of a longitudinal section of a pipeline having a defect. The sleeve includes two or more longitudinal segments of a cylinder joined at the longitudinal edges to form a sleeve with a first and second radial ends. The sleeve is sealed at the radial ends forming an enclosed annular space between the pipeline and the sleeve. An injection port assembly on the sleeve is adapted for temporary connection to an external source of pressurized material. The pressurized material may be a fluid, gas, or slurry. After filling the annulus with pressurized material, the port assembly is sealed. The permanent sleeve receives a majority of the tangential (hoop) stress load from the section of pipeline via the pressurized material in the annular space and may receive a portion of the longitudinal stress load from the section of pipeline.

Abstract: A method of modifying a bath to accept a heater (30) using a fitting and pipe section assembly (10) is provided. The method includes cutting the assembly (10) along first and second indicia (17A and 17B) disposed at the ends of a pipe section (12) and removing a center segment (16) of the pipe section (12), leaving first and second end fittings (18A and 18B) with a gap therebetween. The method further includes inserting the heater within the gap without displacement of the fittings and securing the heater in fluid communication with the fittings with a fastening assembly. A method of forming a fitting and pipe section assembly to permit the mounting of a heater in fluid communication with tubing of a bath is also provided. A method of modifying a segment of tubing of a jetted bath to accept a heater is further provided.

Abstract: A method of repairing a section of pipe is described. The method includes applying a first split sleeve and a second split sleeve to the pipe section, functionally associating the first end of the first split sleeve with the first end of the second split sleeve, and applying a compressive force until the internal diameter of the pipe experiences compressive shear hoop strain. The method described produces substantially uniform compressive hoop strain along the length of the pipe section, and may exceed a predetermined value, such as 100 microstrain in compression, for example. The amount of force required may be calculated utilizing maximum operating conditions. The method described may produce an acceptable permanent repair by ensuring that the inner diameter of the section of pipe experiences compressive strain. Also described is a method of reinforcing a section of pipe utilizing these apparatus and methods.

Abstract: A method of forming a liner for a passage such as a sewer includes forming panels composing the liner using a neat resin of a first density and a polymer concrete of a second, higher density. The neat resin is inserted into a mold cavity before the polymer concrete and is displaced upwardly by the polymer concrete pour to impregnate a fiber layer disposed along the periphery of the mold cavity. Resulting panels preferably have an offset joint to increase the joint strength between upper and lower panels forming the liner.

Abstract: A method and device for repair and replacement of pipe broken at a junction. The device includes a coupler having a female end and a male end. The female end of the coupler has an inside diameter that will accept snugly the removed end of the broken pipe. The male end has an outside diameter that will snuggly fit into a new junction. The method and device is normally used with PVC pipe. When PVC pipe entering a junction is broken near the junction, the junction may be removed by cutting back from the broken PVC pipe and cutting the remaining pipe where it enters the junction. A new junction can be replaced with the coupler inlapping the new junction and overlapping the pipe.

Abstract: A pipe clamp 10 for repairing an underwater pipe. The pipe clamp 10 comprises a plurality of part-cylindrical portions 12,14,16 hinged together along a hinge axis or axes 27 along adjacent longitudinal edges 17,18. Two or the longitudinal edges 20,21 of the part-cylindrical portions are free. The part-cylindrical portions 12,14,16 are movable about the hinge axis or axes 27 towards and away from one another between an open position in which the free longitudinal edges 20,21 are spaced apart and the clamp 10 can be placed around a pipe and a closed position in which, in use, the free longitudinal edges 20,21 of the part-cylindrical portions 12,14,16 are brought together around the pipe. Fastening means are provided for holding the free edges 20,21 of the part-cylindrical portions 12,14,16 together, such that, in use, the clamp 10 is held to the pipe.

Abstract: A front derailleur includes a fixed member, a chain guide and a linkage assembly. The fixed member has a mounting portion and a pair of mounting flanges axially spaced from each other. The linkage assembly is coupled between the chain guide and the fixed member to transversely move the chain guide. The linkage assembly includes first, second and third links. The first link is pivotally coupled to the fixed member for rotation about a first axis. The second link is pivotally coupled to the mounting flanges for rotation about a second axis. The third link is coupled to the chain guide and movably coupled to the first and second links to form a four-bar linkage together with the fixed member. The mounting flanges preferably have different axial widths. The second link preferably has a longitudinal dimension of least about 45.0 millimeters.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for sealing a leak in a plastic pipe is provided. The apparatus includes a body and an electrofusion element. The body is constructed of a substantially rigid material and has an upper surface and a lower surface. The lower surface is adapted to be positionable about at least a leak portion of a plastic pipe. The electrofusion element is disposed about the lower surface of the body and operable to sealably couple with the plastic pipe to encapsulate the leak.

Abstract: A threaded riser adaptor is threadedly engaged to a liquid storage tank riser and a structure to provide a liquid-tight seal between the riser and structure. The adaptor is particularly useful when employed with field threaded risers.

Abstract: A manually operated tool engages and draws towards one another opposed spaced flanges of a repair clamp disposed about a leaking pipe for securely maintaining the clamp in position on the pipe over the leak allowing plural nut and bolt combinations on the clamp to be tightened in sealing off the leak. A movable handle has attached thereto first and second pivoting arms adapted for respectively engaging a slot within the clamp's first edge flange and the outer edge of the clamp's second opposed edge flange when the handle is in a first non-use position. Moving the handle to a second use position urges the clamp's edge flanges toward one another drawing the clamp securely about the pipe, while still allowing the clamp to be moved along the pipe over the leak and plural nut and bolt combinations to be securely tightened in sealing off the leak.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a repair clamp providing an improved pipe repair clamp. The clamp according to the invention could be used in some cases as a coupling to join two pipe ends. The clamp comprises; a) a metal clamping band to surround 3600 of a pipe.

Abstract: The device provides a low cost, easy to use and cost-effective way to repair or connect pipe ends. The pipe coupling includes an elongated housing comprising a first end and a second end. The housing defines an elongated bore therein. A stop is located on an inner diameter of the housing. The stop located between the first end and the second ends of the housing, wherein a distance from the stop to one of the first and second ends is at least two times a distance from the stop to the other of the first and second end of the housing. A first cylindrical bore extends from the first end to the stop and a second cylindrical bore extending from the second end to the stop, wherein an angle between the first cylindrical bore and the second cylindrical bore is about 15 degrees to about 165 degrees.

Abstract: A manually operated tool engages and draws towards one another opposed spaced flanges of a repair clamp disposed about a leaking pipe for moving the clamp into position and securely maintaining the clamp on the pipe over the leak allowing plural nut and bolt combinations on the clamp to be tightened in sealing off the leak. A movable handle has attached thereto first and second pivoting arms adapted for respectively engaging a slot within the clamp's first edge flange and the outer edge of the clamp's second opposed edge flange when the handle is in a first non-use position. Moving the handle to a second use position urges the clamp's edge flanges toward one another drawing the clamp securely about the pipe, allowing the clamp's nut and bolt combinations to be tightened. The tool is adjustable for use with a wide range of clamp sizes and pipe diameters.

Abstract: A manually operated tool engages and draws towards one another opposed spaced flanges of a repair clamp disposed about a leaking pipe for securely maintaining the clamp in position on the pipe over the leak allowing plural nut and bolt combinations on the clamp to be tightened in sealing off the leak. A movable handle has attached thereto first and second pivoting arms adapted for respectively engaging a slot within the clamp's first edge flange and the outer edge of the clamp's second opposed edge flange when the handle is in a first non-use position. Moving the handle to a second use position urges the clamp's edge flanges toward one another drawing the clamp securely about the pipe, while still allowing the clamp to be moved along the pipe over the leak and plural nut and bolt combinations to be securely tightened in sealing off the leak.

Abstract: A remotely operable closure device is disclosed. The device includes a base hub, a clamping mechanism, a closure mechanism, and a drive mechanism. The base hub is attached to a conduit and allows access to the conduit. The clamping mechanism is disposed about the base hub and is actuatable to clamp or unclamp about the base hub and a blind hub. The closure mechanism is movably connected to the clamping mechanism and is actuatable therewith to move the blind hub into or out of engagement with the base hub. The drive mechanism is remotely operable to simultaneously actuate the clamping mechanism and the closure mechanism.

Abstract: A pipe clamp 10 for repairing an underwater pipe. The pipe clamp 10 comprises a plurality of part-cylindrical portions 12, 14, 16 hinged together along a hinge axis or axes 27 along adjacent longitudinal edges 17, 18. Two or the longitudinal edges 20, 21 of the part-cylindrical portions are free. The part-cylindrical portions 12, 14, 16 are movable about the hinge axis or axes 27 towards and away from one another between an open position in which the free longitudinal edges 20, 21 are spaced apart and the clamp 10 can be placed around a pipe and a closed position in which, in use, the free longitudinal edges 20, 21 of the part-cylindrical portions 12, 14, 16 are brought together around the pipe. Fastening means are provided for holding the free edges 20, 21 of the part-cylindrical portions 12, 14, 16 together, such that, in use, the clamp 10 is held to the pipe.

Abstract: A system and method for making a repair to a damaged section of a conduit includes a pair of couplers, which securely mate, with undamaged sections of the conduit, which straddle the damaged section of the conduit; and a bridging duct, which replaces the damaged section. In one embodiment, the couplers are placed around the undamaged section of the conduit and the bridging duct is placed around the couplers.

Abstract: A method for controlling fluid leaks in a pipe connection. A first step involves providing a clamp having a circular clamping face with a diversion channel positioned in the circular clamping face and a drain outlet in communication with the diversion channel. A second step involves clamping the clamp around a pipe connection so that any fluids leaking from the pipe connection can only escape by being diverted to the diversion channel. A third step involves positioning a container relative to the drain outlet, so that any fluids passing through the drain outlet from the diversion channel are captured in the container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a repair clamp providing an improved pipe repair clamp. The clamp according to the invention could be used in some cases as a coupling to join two pipe ends.

Abstract: A method for making a repair to a repair site of a structure made from at least a first tube and a second tube which are joined together with welds. The method includes cleaning and preparing the at least first tube and second tube tubes at the repair site for bonding with composite repair materials. Next, fiber-reinforced polymer composite repair materials are applied to the repair site. These composite materials include at least one elongate, composite tendon strip which is placed on the at least a first tube and a second tube such that the composite tendon strip bridges at least the first tube and a second tube, and a composite strip which is wrapped around and overlays the tendon strip with additional composite strips. The invention also provides a metal structure reinforced with a composite material repair site according to the method.

Abstract: The device and method for a pipe coupling, the pipe coupling consisting of an elongated housing having a first end and a second end, the housing defining an elongated cylindrical bore therein. A stop is located on an inner diameter of the housing between the first end and the second end of the housing. The distance from the stop to one of the first and second ends of the housing is at least two times the distance from the stop to the other of the first and second end of the housing. The device provides a low cost, easy to use and cost-effective way to repair or connect pipe ends.

Abstract: A sealing installation mountable in the interior of a conduit. The installation includes a resilient connector sleeve having connector sealing assemblies at opposite ends of the sleeve. A first seal sleeve has seal sleeve sealing assemblies on opposite ends thereof has one seal sleeve sealing assembly engaging one of the connector sealing assemblies and the other seal sleeve sealing assembly in sealing contact with the interior of the conduit. A second seal sleeve has second seal sleeve sealing assemblies on opposite ends. One second seal sleeve sealing assembly engages a connector sealing assembly and the other seal sleeve sealing assembly is in sealing contact with the interior of the conduit.