Rehabilitation of a 6-kilometre asbestos cement main

A variant study concluded significant technical and economic advantages of Primus Line^®

No excavations required since the existing pipeline could be accessed via several existing manholes

Ensured supply with drinking water due to installation of a bypass during the rehabilitation period

Safety and cost-effectiveness

Safe and cost-effective rehabilitation in a difficult-to-access and mountainous terrain protected by numerous environmental regulations

Minimised installation risk

By installing a fully factory-produced and quality-controlled product, the installation risk at the site was significantly reduced

Reduced risk of dispersing asbestos fibres

in comparison with open trench

Minimised time frame for construction