When it comes to pipeline maintenance, leak testing, or sealing off sections for repair, inflatable pipe plugs are often the go-to solution. However, these plugs do not work alone — they need the right tools to be installed, inflated, and deflated properly. That’s where PlugCo’s accessories come into play.
PlugCo, a trusted name in the pipe plug industry, offers a well-thought-out range of accessories designed to help technicians work more safely and efficiently in the field. Let’s walk through some of the most useful ones and how they make life easier on the job site.
1. Inflation Aire Hoses: Keeping You at a Safe Distance
No one wants to stand too close when inflating a high-pressure plug inside a pipe. PlugCo’s inflation hoses solve that issue by giving you the reach you need. With a standard length of 10 meters, PlugCo offers options for longer hoses when required, to stay safely out of the danger zone during inflation. These hoses come equipped with quick-release couplings, so you can hook them up easily without wasting time. Whether you are inflating a plug in a sewer system or a storm drain, the hose gives you peace of mind.
2. Air Control Devices: Don’t Guess — Know
If you are inflating a pipe plug, knowing the exact pressure inside is crucial. Overinflating the plugs or Underinflating it opens the door to damaging the plug or the pipe. PlugCo’s air control devices help take the guesswork out of the job. They are calibrated and easy to read, so you can monitor everything in real-time and keep inflation within safe, recommended limits.
3. Smart Pressure Control Device: Taking the Lead on long-ter Jobs
For more complex projects — especially when have to keep the plug inside the pipe for a long time — a continuous checking is required. This is why PlugCo made it possible for the inflatable pipe plugs to be automatically monitored during the long-term applications. This is thanks to its Smart Pressure Control System (SPCS) which maintains continuous pressure control and automatic inflation/deflation.
4. Just-In-Time Control of Back Pressure: Alarm & Monitoring System
In case there is a risk of the back pressure to increase above the meant pressure, it is very important to use PlugCo’s advanced pressure monitoring and alarm systems to help monitor the back pressure and to warn the works nearby when the set value is reached.
5. Lifting Chains: Helping Hands for Heavy Plugs
Some of these pipe plugs can be heavy, especially the larger-diameter models. Trying to lower one into a manhole or position it in a pipe manually is not just tough — it can be dangerous. PlugCo offers lifting chains to make this job safer and smoother. They are strong, reliable, and designed to handle the tough conditions of underground work.
6. Inflation/Deflation Valves: Control at Your Fingertips
Inflating and deflating a pipe plug should never be a rushed or rough process. PlugCo’s Air Control Devices include releasing valves which give you fine-tuned control over airflow, letting you add or release pressure gradually.
7.Centralizers: Keeping Plugs in the Right Place
One often-overlooked but critical factor in plug performance is placement. A plug that is not centered inside the pipe can leak or even fail. That is why PlugCo offers centralizers — simple but effective tools that help ensure the plug is perfectly aligned inside the pipe. It is a small detail that can make a big difference in the outcome.
