PPH
Piping System
PPH Piping System – Polypropylene Homopolymer Pipes, Fittings & Valves
Starke Plastics manufactures high-performance PPH (Polypropylene Homopolymer) Piping Systems for industrial fluid handling applications. Made from premium-grade PPH material and conforming to DIN 8077/8078 standards, our pipes, PPH pipe fittings, and valves offer excellent chemical resistance, high impact strength, thermal stability, and long service life. Designed for reliable, corrosion-free performance, Starke PPH industrial piping systems are widely used in chemical processing, water treatment, pharmaceutical, fertilizer, metal finishing, and other demanding industrial environments.
Excellent Mechanical Strength
Outstanding Chemical Resistance
Superior Performance at Elevated Temperatures
Improved Impact Resistance
Excellent Dimensional Stability
Leak-proof Network
Key Features & Benefits of
PPH Piping System
Excellent Chemical Resistance
PPH offers exceptional resistance to a wide range of acids, alkalis, salts, and industrial chemicals, making it suitable for aggressive process environments.
Corrosion-Free Performance
Unlike metal piping systems, PPH does not rust, corrode, or scale, ensuring long-term reliability and consistent flow efficiency.
High Impact Strength
The robust molecular structure of Polypropylene Homopolymer provides excellent resistance to impact and mechanical stress, reducing the risk of damage during operation.
Thermal Stability
PPH maintains its structural integrity and mechanical properties across a broad operating temperature range, making it suitable for elevated-temperature applications.
Long Service Life
Excellent resistance to corrosion, chemicals, and environmental degradation contributes to a significantly longer service life compared to traditional piping materials.
Lightweight Construction
PPH pipes are considerably lighter than metal pipes, reducing transportation, handling, and installation costs.
Leak-Proof Jointing
Advanced butt fusion welding and other fusion welding techniques create homogeneous joints that offer exceptional strength and leak-free performance.
Smooth Internal Surface
The smooth inner surface minimizes scaling, supports low friction loss, reduces deposits, and improves flow efficiency throughout the piping network.
Easy Installation
Lightweight materials and simple welding methods allow faster installation and reduced labor requirements.
Low Maintenance Cost
Corrosion resistance and durability reduce maintenance requirements and lower lifecycle costs.
Quality Assurance & Manufacturing Excellence
At Starke Plastics, every PPH piping component is manufactured using premium-quality Polypropylene Homopolymer raw materials.
Our manufacturing process focuses on:
- Raw material verification
- Dimensional accuracy inspection
- Pressure performance testing
This commitment ensures reliable performance and long-term durability in critical industrial applications.
PPH Material Properties Chart
Properties | Value | Unit | Test Method | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Density | 0.90 – 0.91 | g/cm3 | ISO 1183 | |||||
Melt Flow Rate (230 °C / 2.16kg) | 0.3 – 0.7 | g/10min | ISO 1183 | |||||
Tensile Modulus | >1700 | MPa | ISO 527 | |||||
Tensile Strength at Yield | >28 | MPa | ISO 527 | |||||
Tensile Strength at Break | >32 | MPa | ISO 527 | |||||
Elongation at Yield | >8 | % | ISO 527 | |||||
Elongation at Break | >80 | % | ISO 527 | |||||
Notch impact strength (23 °C) | >40 | KJ/m2 | ISO 179 | |||||
Shore Hardness | 70 | Shore-D | ISO 868 | |||||
Heat deflection Temperature | 100 | °C | ISO 306 | |||||
Vicat Softening Temperature | 158 | °C | ISO 306 | |||||
Chemical Processing Plants
Safe transportation of acids, alkalis, solvents, and corrosive chemicals using durable PPH pipe fittings.
Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants
Used for chemical dosing lines, filtration systems, and treatment processes with high-quality PPH pipe fittings.
Pharmaceutical Industry
Suitable for process piping and chemical transfer systems with precision-engineered PPH pipe fittings.
Textile Industry
Used for chemical transportation and wastewater management systems.
Fertilizer & Chemical Manufacturing
Reliable handling of aggressive process fluids.
Metal Finishing & Electroplating Plants
Ideal for transporting corrosive chemicals used in plating operations with corrosion-resistant PPH pipe fittings.
Food & Beverage Industry
Suitable for selected industrial processing and utility applications.
Pulp & Paper Industry
Supports transportation of process chemicals and industrial fluids.
PPH Pipe Joining Methods
Butt Fusion Welding
Butt fusion welding creates strong, homogeneous joints suitable for industrial pressure applications and ensures reliable long-term performance.
Socket Fusion Welding
Commonly used for smaller pipe diameters and process piping systems.
Extrusion Welding
Ideal for fabrication work and customized installations.
Flanged Connections
Allow easy dismantling for maintenance and inspection purposes.
PPH vs. Other Piping Materials
Properties | PPH | PVC | cPVC | Mild Steel / SS | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chemical Resistance | Excellent (acids, alkalis, solvents) | Good | Very Good | Poor to Fair (corrodes) | |||||
Max. Continuous Temperature | 90°C | ~60°C | ~95–100°C | High, but limited by lining | |||||
Corrosion Resistance | Excellent — will not rust | Excellent | Excellent | Poor without coating/lining | |||||
Weight | Lightweight | Lightweight | Lightweight | Heavy | |||||
Impact Strength | Good (lower at low temp.) | Good | Good | Excellent | |||||
Installation | Easy — fusion welding | Easy — solvent cement | Easy — solvent cement | Difficult — requires welding/lining | |||||
Maintenance | Low | Low | Low | High | |||||
Relative Cost | Moderate | Low | Moderate-High | High (incl. lining/coating) | |||||
Available Products in PPH Piping System
Starke Plastics offers a complete range of PPH pipes, pipe fittings, valves, flanges, strainers, and accessories designed for reliable industrial piping systems.
Everything about PPH Piping System explained.
What is PPH piping system used for?
PPH piping system is widely used in chemical processing, water treatment, pharmaceuticals, fertilizer plants, food processing, and industrial fluid handling systems. A complete range of PPH pipe fittings ensures secure and leak-proof pipeline installations.
What standards do Starke PPH pipes comply with?
Our PPH pipes are manufactured according to DIN 8077 and DIN 8078 standards.
What is the operating temperature range of PPH pipes?
PPH pipes can continuously operate up to 90°C and withstand short-term temperatures up to 100°C under controlled conditions.
What is SDR in PPH pipes?
SDR refers to the Standard Dimension Ratio of the pipe and is commonly used for higher pressure applications requiring increased wall thickness and durability.
What pressure ratings are available?
PPH pipes are available in various pressure classes including SDR 11/PN10, SDR 7.4/PN16, SDR 17.6/PN6, SDR 33/PN4 and SDR 44/PN2.5 depending on application requirements.
Are PPH pipes resistant to chemicals?
Yes. PPH offers excellent resistance to a broad range of acids, alkalis, salts, and industrial chemicals. Our PPH pipe fittings are manufactured using the same high-quality material to provide reliable performance in aggressive industrial environments.