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HDPE Floating walkway

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  🔲HDPE Modular Floats Type : Interlocking cube-type HDPE floating pontoons Standard Size : 500 mm x 500 mm x 400 mm Material : High-density polyethylene (HDPE), UV-stabilized and impact-resistant Wall Thickness : ≥ 5 mm Weight per float : ~6.5–7.5 kg Load Capacity per float : 90–120 kg (distributed) Color : Blue / Black / Grey (UV stabilized) 🧩 Assembly & Interlocking Connection Type : High-strength HDPE pins and lugs or nylon bolts with locking keys Interlocking teeth for tight fit and lateral stability Arrangement : 2m width = 4 floats across or as per requirement 300m length = 600 float rows (each 0.5m) or as per requirement Total ~2400 floats for full walkway 🛡️ Safety Railing System Material : Powder-coated galvanized steel / aluminum / HDPE railing posts Railing Post Mounting : Fixed into specially designed float corner inserts or railing base modules Height : 1000–1100 mm from walking surface Horizontal Rail...

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Disadvantages of HDPE Pontoons in Pump Systems

  1. Limited Structural Strength HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) pontoons are not as rigid as steel or concrete pontoons. May deform under heavy loads like large motors, diesel engines, or pumps. Not ideal for high-capacity or multi-pump systems requiring high structural support. 2. Vibration & Equipment Mounting Challenges HDPE’s flexible nature absorbs vibrations poorly , affecting sensitive pump performance. Difficult to mount heavy or high-precision equipment like VFD panels, motors, valves, etc. 3. Low Fire Resistance HDPE is a combustible material and has poor fire resistance. Not suitable in applications with risk of electrical short circuits, fuel engines, or heat-generating equipment. 4. Susceptible to UV Degradation Although UV-stabilized grades exist, HDPE can still degrade under prolonged sun exposure , especially in tropical conditions. Brittleness or discoloration may ...