Patent ID: 8388785
Filing Date: 2013-03-05
Classification: B29C,F16L,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A method for applying a continuous strip for providing at least one repair and strengthening to an affected external surface area of a pipe, the method comprising: applying an apparatus adjacent to an external surface of a pipe requiring at least one of repair and strengthening that comprises (i) an application apparatus comprising at least two separated portions each having a plurality of rollers adapted for guiding a continuous strip about and over the affected external surface area of the pipe to form a spiral sleeve external to the pipe and extending for at least the axial length of the affected area of the external surface of the pipe; and (ii) a supply apparatus for attachment to at least one of the application apparatus portions, the supply apparatus comprising at least one driving roller for feeding the continuous strip into the at least one application apparatus portion; feeding a continuous strip into the at least one application apparatus portion; guiding the continuous strip about and over the affected external surface area of the pipe; and forming a spiral sleeve external to the pipe and extending for at least the axial length of the affected area of the external surface of the pipe.