A Brief Look into the History of Trenchless Pipe Lining

Before the 1970s, pipe restoration methods primarily involved digging and excavating the damaged pipes. While there’s no doubt that excavation is necessary, there are instances where having to dig up the soil to be able to address pipe issues might not be the most ideal solution. Enter pipe lining companies offering trenchless pipe lining solutions.

SD Lining Solutions specializes in trenchless pipe lining in Sioux City, IA. Here’s an overview of how trenchless pipe lining, and trenchless technology in general, came to be and how it benefits pipe systems worldwide.

The Origins of Trenchless Technology

It was in 1971 when Eric Wood, an agricultural engineer in the United Kingdom needed to repair a damaged air duct. The air duct in question spanned about 200ft. It was then that Wood had the idea to push a resin-saturated felt tube down the length of the ductwork. This will be known as the first instance of CIPP pipe lining.

The Trenchless Pipe Lining Process

Unlike dig-and-replace methods, trenchless services such as sewer pipe lining are minimally invasive – our pipe lining team would only need an access pipe to insert the liner into. Since trenchless pipe lining is a highly specialized solution, it’s important that you only trust a reputable contractor for the job. This is because everything about the process, from the calculation of the mixture-to-liner ratio to the curing time, has to be carefully considered and carried out.

Decades after its conception, trenchless pipe lining continues to be an ideal alternative to traditional pipe restoration solutions. Today, the technology that made no-dig pipe restorations possible has various applications, including cast iron pipe lining.

Trenchless pipe lining is an efficient way to get pipe systems up and running again in no time. Don’t hesitate to contact SD Lining Solutions to learn more about the trenchless solutions that we offer.