Civil Engineering - Waste Water Engineering - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Waste Water Engineering - Section 1 (Q.No. 41)
41.
The asbestos cement pipes are generally laid
horizontally
vertically
at an angle of 30°
at an angle of 60°.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
No answer description is available. Let's discuss.
Discussion:
3 comments Page 1 of 1.

Shishpal said:   9 years ago
Why we use only in a vertical position?
(1)

Gajan Rana said:   8 years ago
Because asbestos cement pipes are weak in compression.

Garry said:   8 years ago
@Shispal.

Because asbestos pipes are not corrosion resistant and have a high compressive strength so only used to carry water.

Not used in conditions where a heavy load is anticipated like underground condition.

Post your comments here:

Your comments will be displayed after verification.