Out for Comment: IGEM/G/8 Edition 2
This standard has been drafted by an Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers (IGEM) Panel, appointed by IGEM’s Gas Transmission and Distribution Committee and has been approved by IGEM’s Technical Coordinating Committee on behalf of the Council of IGEM.
We are currently seeking comments on IGEM technical standard IGEM/G/8 Edition 2 - Handling, transport and storage of PE pipes and fittings
This standard covers the handling, transport and storage of PE pipe and fittings in commercially available sizes. It covers PE pipe in coils, on drums and as straight lengths supplied either individually or as bundled packs.
This standard is of a general nature to provide the minimum requirements for short term storage and the additional measures to be taken when components and assemblies are held for extended periods of time. The specific application will, therefore, need to take account of the particular circumstances involved and the components and assemblies that are being handled.
The contents are general to the wide range of components and assemblies available, and as such the specific application will need to take account of the specific circumstances and components involved.
The standard highlights precautions to control PE pipe products being delivered, offloaded and stored safely at customers’ sites. The underlying theme is that PE pipe products be treated with a similar level of caution as perceived heavier pipe products and be unloaded in a controlled and safe manner.
This draft Standard IGEM/G/8 Edition 2 has been prepared by a Panel chaired by Duncan Lawton.
If you wish to comment on this Standard, please download the draft and comment form and return by the deadline of the 23 July 2025.
Draft: IGEM/G/8 Edition 2 - Handling, transport and storage of PE pipes and fittings
This is a draft document and should not be regarded or used as a fully approved and published Standard. It is anticipated that amendments will be made prior to publication.
It should be noted that this draft Standard contains intellectual property belonging to IGEM. Unauthorised copying or use by any unauthorised person or party is not permitted.
This is a copyright document of the Institution of Gas Engineers and Managers. Enquiries should be addressed in the first instance to, Davina Beveridge BSc, MRes on 01509 678150, or [email protected]