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Watch Now: 5 Step Emergency Pipe Repair



Rapp-it is a quick acting emergency pipe repair system. It’s simple to use with no mixing or measuring required, yet results in a strong superior pipe repair within 30 minutes. Rapp-it’s ability to perform effectively in emergency situations greatly reduces costly downtime and production losses.

Rapp-it Pipe Repair is simple to use and requires little preparation.

The Rapp-it Pipe Repair System includes a woven fiberglass bandage impregnated with water-activated polyurethane resin and a 90mm stick of Rapp-it Steel Putty.


A successful pipe repair can be achieved in only 30 minutes. 
 

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Step 1

 

Shut down pipe to relieve pressure from damaged area. Apply gloves, then thoroughly clean and roughen the damaged pipe area. A clean, rough surface helps result in a successful repair.

 

  

pipe repair 2

 

Step 2

 

Knead Steel Putty and apply firmly into damaged area. Putty has a 2-5 minute work time, and the bandage application must begin during this time.


 

 

  

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Step 3

 

Soak bandage in fresh water for 10 seconds. Squeeze bandage 1-2 times while in water to help activation.


 

 

  

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Step 4

 

Quickly wrap the bandage around damaged area, extending 50mm either side of the leak. Pull firmly throughout application. A strong, tight repair is very important.


  

 

  

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Step 5

 

With wet gloves, squeeze the bandage with a rotating motion until resin stops foaming and is set. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes for Rapp-it Bandage to set rock hard.