A pipeline network includes at least one housing comprising a riser and a pipeline connector, the housing adapted to receive a device configured to interact with fluid flowing through the pipeline connector. The riser is provided with a riser closure member that is attachable removably to the riser, and a seal adapted to provide a fluid tight seal between the riser and the riser closure member.

A hose bib lock with keyless removal function (HBLKRF) that is placed on a hose bib or other threaded element to prevent unauthorized use of the hose bib or threaded element to release water or other fluid. The HBLKRF is comprised of three major elements: an outer member, an inner member and a main body into which a lock is inserted. The lock is operated by a key that is inserted into a key interface. The HBLKRF is designed to be free spinning when in place on a hose bib, and when secured onto a hose bib, the HBLKRF provides a block that prevents water from exiting the hose bib. The HBLKRF is an inventive improvement over previous similar locks/security devices by providing removal of the HBLKRF from a hose bib or other threaded element without the requirement/use of a key. This is accomplished by the use of a removal rod that is inserted into a bore on the main body. From the bore the removal rod continues into the inner member where the rod functions to operate the HBLKRF, which allows the HBLKRF to be removed from the hose bib. The HBLKRF is preferably cylindrical and made of metal, although other shapes and materials can also be utilized, and to increase security a removable cover can be used to hide the location of the bore on the main body. The HBLKRF is beneficial when a key is lost or otherwise unavailable, and is particularly needed in an emergency situation when a key is not available and access to water from a hose bib is immediately required.

A monolithic pipe cap assembly, and method of production, is described. The monolithic pipe cap assembly comprising a unitary body, a connector integrally formed at a proximal end of the unitary body and a pipe cap integrally formed at a distal end of the unitary body. As no welds are required in the formation of the monolithic pipe cap assemblies there is a significant reduction in the associated production time and a reduced risk of imperfections being formed when compared with the fabricated pipe cap assemblies known in the art. This results in a reduced risk of failure of the monolithic pipe cap assembly when deployed in the field. Connecting the monolithic pipe cap assembly to the section of pipeline is also significantly quicker since this process only requires the employment of a single weld that can be fully inspected prior to operational use.

A monolithic pipe cap assembly, and method of production, is described. The monolithic pipe cap assembly comprising a unitary body, a connector integrally formed at a proximal end of the unitary body and a pipe cap integrally formed at a distal end of the unitary body. As no welds are required in the formation of the monolithic pipe cap assemblies there is a significant reduction in the associated production time and a reduced risk of imperfections being formed when compared with the fabricated pipe cap assemblies known in the art. This results in a reduced risk of failure of the monolithic pipe cap assembly when deployed in the field. Connecting the monolithic pipe cap assembly to the section of pipeline is also significantly quicker since this process only requires the employment of a single weld that can be fully inspected prior to operational use.

A pull off pipe cap (1) that fully seals the end of the pipe or pipe fitting to protect the pipe during construction especially while pouring concrete foundations around pipes. The pull off pipe cap is easily found under poured concrete and is easily removed from the pipe or pipe fitting without a need for demolition of the concrete slab and excavation around the pipe.

A pull off pipe cap (1) that fully seals the end of the pipe or pipe fitting to protect the pipe during construction especially while pouring concrete foundations around pipes. The pull off pipe cap is easily found under poured concrete and is easily removed from the pipe or pipe fitting without a need for demolition of the concrete slab and excavation around the pipe.

A protective cap (1) is proposed for an end of an elongate member (6), such as a male connecting end of a pipe or tube. The cap (1) comprises a sheath of flexible, resilient (i.e. elastic) material (2) to cover part of the outer surface of the member (6) at an end of the member. The protective cap (1) can be applied to the end of the member by unfurling at least part of the sheath 3 from a gathered configuration, such as a rolled-up configuration. The protective cap (1) includes resilient ridges (8) extending inwardly from an insert member (2), and/or a chip at least partly within the cap.

A push-to-connect fitting is provided. The push-to-connect fitting includes a connector body, a sealing member, a grab ring, a cartridge, a retainer sleeve, a plurality of latches, and an interference portion. The sealing member is configured to form a sealing engagement with a fluid conduit. The grab ring includes a plurality of teeth configured for coupling to the fluid conduit. The retainer sleeve is received over at least part of the cartridge and is received over at least part of the connector body. The plurality of latches are located on the retainer sleeve and are configured to secure the retainer sleeve to the connector body to facilitate retention of the sealing member, the grab ring, and the cartridge. The interference portion is configured to engage the retainer sleeve to substantially prevent rotation of the retainer sleeve relative to the connector body.

A flexible hose adapter configured for engagement with a coupling can comprise an end piece, the end piece defining an inner end and an outer end, the end piece defining an axis, the end piece defining a sealing surface and a raised lip, the raised lip defined between the inner end and the sealing surface; a flexible hose attached to the outer end of the end piece; and a socket end piece attached to the flexible hose opposite from the end piece.

A flexible hose adapter configured for engagement with a coupling can comprise an end piece, the end piece defining an inner end and an outer end, the end piece defining an axis, the end piece defining a sealing surface and a raised lip, the raised lip defined between the inner end and the sealing surface; a flexible hose attached to the outer end of the end piece; and a socket end piece attached to the flexible hose opposite from the end piece.