• Misr Elhegaz UPVC pipes are strong high, import, and light in weight 
  ( being about one-fifth the weight of steel or cast iron ) .
  The following instructions should be followed for storage, Handling 
  and transportation of uPVC pipes.
  5.1 Storage & Handling 

• a) pipes should be given adequate support at all times, and should 
  be stacked on a flat surface free of sharp objects.

• b) Pipes should be uniformly supported throughout their entire 
  length .7.5 CM wide timber supports should be placed beneath 
  the pipes with a spacing not greater than 1 meter.

• c) Pipe stack height should be kept to a minimum in such a way that 
  the bottom pipes do not deform maximum 120 CM, and the stack should 
  be provided with side supports at spacing not greater than 1.5 meters.

• d) Socketed pipes should be stacked in layers with sockets placed at 
  alternate ends of the stack, and with the sockets protruding so as 
  to avoid deformation of sockets and to ensure even support for the 
  pipe lengths.

• e) UPVC pipes should not be stored for extended periods under direct 
  sunlight to avoid ultraviolet degradation. Even if the pipes are 
  stored under cover the stack heights should be reduced to a minimum 
  when high ambient temperatures are encountered.

• f) Since the soundness of the joint depends on the condition of the 
  spigot socket, special care should be taken at all times to avoid 
  damage to these ends.
  5.2 Transportation 

• a) When loading pipes onto vehicles, care should be taken to avoid 
  impact and ensure the vehicle board is free of any sharp objects 
  like nails. Etc.

• b) Where mechanical handling is employed, metal slings, hooks and 
  chains must not come into direct contact with the pipe.

• c)  While in transit, pipe should be well secured and well supported 
  over their entire length.

• d) Pipes may be off loaded from vehicles by rolling them gently over 
  the timbers without causing any impact to the pipe.
  

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