iTAP®
Internal Reinstatement of Service Connections
iTAP® is a robotic method of reinstating service connections from inside the main. Traditionally, the service connections were restored by digging holes. iTAP® saves time and avoids the added costs and disruptions of digging.
Technical Capabilities
· Distribution pipe diameter ranges from 6” to 12”
· Seal tested to 300+ psi
· Mechanical seal produced by brass and EPDM gasket
During the iTAP® process, a remote operator uses an innovative, non-visual technology to locate the service connections from inside a lined main and robotically cuts through the liner at each service opening. A special device is used to tap each corporation valve. As a final step, a sealing nut and gasket are installed in each threaded corporation valve creating a water-tight seal.
Insituform Blue® drinking water lining products are certified by NSF to comply with the requirements of NSF/ANSI Standard 61.
iTAP® Brochure
iTAP® brochure - metric
iTAP® Installation Process
iTAP® installation video (.wmv 8.14 MB)