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We are a well-established company. We have been in the training industry continuously for 20 years. During this time, we have acquired a wealth of experience in the area of organising and delivering technical training, with a particular focus on the use of welded solutions in PE pipe systems. 

Competent staff play a key role. With this fact in mind, we have prepared this training offer for you. 

Timetable 

The training is conducted based on a set timetable. The course will cover the following topics: 

  • polyethylene - systematics, properties and applications, 
  • quality criteria for PE pipes, fittings and other installation forms, 
  • storage and other logistical activities related to PE pipes, 
  • characteristics of types of combustible gases, 
  • natural gas and its transport using PE pipelines, 
  • gas pipes, associated with typically mining areas, 
  • construction and operation of gas pipelines - contemporary technologies and materials, 
  • technology for joining pipes and fittings by butt and electrofusion welding, 
  • the use of plastics in so-called technical rehabilitation projects for PE pipe systems, 
  • Health, safety and fire protection conditions and PE pipe systems. 

Available training opportunities 

Our offer is addressed to business customers and other institutional entities. As part of the execution of the order, we will organise a course tailored to the educational needs of the employees working in your company/institution. Accordingly, training courses may be of the following nature: 

  • basic or advanced, depending on the employees' level of knowledge and indications that they need to acquire specific skills or the necessary authorisations, 
  • on-site (at our training centres) or off-site, on-site at the client's premises - depending on the teaching requirements specified by the client in the order. 

Why choose our training? 

Our staff are qualified lecturers and instructors with knowledge, experience and developed teaching skills. The instructors will explain the theory of the presented issues, show practical examples of PE pipe system assembly, answer the students' questions and suggest the right methods to solve the problems brought by them. During the training course, we ensure that all the resources necessary for the practical tasks are available, i.e. tools, accessories and materials. In addition, we provide each student of the course with solidly developed training materials, providing high-quality support in preparation for the two-part professional exam. 

What does the entrepreneur stand to gain? 

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  • improving the knowledge and skills of employees; this factor influences the professionalism of staff and the professionalism of products and services, 
  • to enrich the company with new staff competences acquired during training and with the necessary staff authorisations to carry out the type of execution work, 
  • building a better relationship with the employee (a relationship based on the employer's investment in the employee's competence development); this factor reduces staff turnover, 
  • improving the quality of the goods and services produced by the company, 
  • a reduction in costs arising from human error in carrying out the work, 
  • improving and consolidating the company's image as a reliable and modern contractor and employer. 

PE pipe welding installer course - for your employees 

Criterion: Description: Detailed description: 
For whom: employees enrolled by their employer to participate in the training for adults with an appropriate certificate from a doctor of occupational medicine (indicating that there are no contraindications to work in such conditions) 
Objective of the class: mastering the theoretical and practical-technical aspects of training knowledge in the area of welding work and PE pipe systems 
Effect: professional certification passing the examination in both parts (theory and practical) and obtaining the relevant qualification 

About PE pipe welding 

Welding solutions for PE pipes are most often based on methods such as electrofusion and butt welding. The use of welding processes, whether electrofusion or butt welding, ensures that the joined structure is homogeneous in terms of material (no admixtures of other materials). This method of welding has the effect of enabling the pipe system to carry so-called axial loads. This has an impact on the stability of the structure, especially in the event of ground movements.  

Tutor and trainees in the training room

When it comes to electrofusion welding, it is important that, as a first step, the pipes are adapted to the welding processes. Then, the pipe and its dedicated fitting are cleaned of deposits and oxidised layer and degreased using a specific type of cleaner. The next step involves immobilising the pipe together with the fitting. This is possible with installation (assembly) clamps. The next step is electrofusion welding, which takes advantage of the thermoplastic properties of the pipe and fitting construction material. Finally, due to cooling processes, the welded joint (pipe and fitting) cools down and the installers remove the clamps. Joining of pipes and fittings can also take place using butt welding. This is designed to join components with a sufficiently long diameter. Here, the welding process takes place by heating up the pipe and fitting and applying sufficient clamping force. 

Why is training important? 

Successful entrepreneurs are aware that an educated workforce is a key and irreplaceable resource in the implementation of a long-term business strategy. Consequently, further training of employees, based on broadening and deepening the spectrum of their skills, influences many important areas within the company's sphere of activity and, in particular, the efficiency of business operations. This is no different for industries that use welding technology. The quality of products and services is determined by the faultlessness and durability of the installed solutions realised by fitters. It is worth emphasising that the reliable performance of welding work depends primarily on the proficiency of the fitters in implementing specific solutions. 

We also welcome training courses: 

  • welding, 
  • for scaffolders, 
  • on UDT machine operator and maintainer, 
  • in occupational health and safety and fire protection. 

You are welcome to join our course 

If you are interested in offering a training course entitled. "Course for installers of welded solutions in PE pipe systems", we invite you to talk to our consultants. They will answer your questions and clarify any doubts you may have. You can also request training via the hotline. 

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