Being rushed on a point repair job can lead to mistakes. UV patch curing, however, eliminates the rush to install. Unlike other pipe repair systems where the operator must install the patch quickly before the resin begins to cure, the LightRay LR3 LED UV System provides the time and flexibility to install, then cures in as little as 10 minutes when the light is activated.
The system is a collaboration between Spartan Tool and Waterline Renewal Technologies. The state-of-the-art technology can significantly reduce costs and risks when compared to traditional thermo-setting or ambient-cured CIPP liners, creating new opportunities for drain cleaning contractors, according to Mike Sekach, national sales director for Spartan Tool.
“LightRay LR3’s process is straightforward, and it offers a quick curing time,” he says. “Once the pipe is prepped, the liner is set in place, and the packer is inflated, curing is initiated by activating the light. The simple, stress-free process and quick return on investment make it a no-brainer for our customers.”
LR3’s curing process doesn’t start until the UV light is activated. This gives the operator time to place and readjust the liner in the pipe as needed. While other pipe repair systems use resin that needs to be measured and mixed precisely, LR3’s non-VOC resin is pre-impregnated into the high-performance fiberglass liner and shipped ready to install, so there’s no mixing or measuring of resin.
“It provides an opportunity for drain cleaning business owners to expand their business and offer their customers a cost-effective, lower-risk, easy-to-install, permanent solution for damaged pipes,” says Sekach. “With LR3, when a drain cleaner uncovers a damaged pipe, they can offer their customer a same-day repair.”
The LightRay LR3 System has multiple applications, according to Sekach. It can be used in interior and exterior lines in residential, commercial, or industrial settings. It can also be used as both a pull-in-place and push-in-place spot repair system, setting it apart from other pipe repair systems.
“We believe the LightRay LR3 System is a great fit for the drain cleaning industry because it is a fast, effective, same-day solution for damaged pipes,” he says. “With the LR3 System, when a drain cleaner responds to a call, they can clear the stoppage and also provide the customer with an on-the-spot repair for a fraction of the cost of other pipe repair methods.” 800-435-3866; www.spartantool.com
