A new system has a plurality of modular segments flexibly attached to one other and a source of electrical power and plating and coating solutions at the rear of the plurality of modular segments. The plurality of modular segments include a drive stage configured to push the plurality of modular segments along a surface, a plating stage configured to apply the plating solution to the surface under a pre-set operating current density to deposit metal or metal alloy onto the surface, a surface treatment application stage configured to apply the coating solution to the surface, and a curing stage configured to cure the coating solution to form a final coating on the surface that is resistant to corrosion, chemical attacks and chemical buildup.

A carrier assembly (10) engages a pipe ring for installing the pipe ring in an existing pipeline to repair the existing pipeline. The carrier assembly (10) has a chassis assembly (12), a support arm assembly (14) and a drive system (16). The chassis assembly (12) has the support arm assembly (14) operably connected thereto. The drive system (14) is operably connected to the chassis assembly (12) wherein the chassis assembly (12) is configured to move along the pipeline. The support arm assembly (14) is configured to engage the pipe ring wherein the support arm assembly (14) is moveable relative to the chassis assembly (12) to displace the pipe ring relative to the chassis assembly (12) for installation in the existing pipeline.

A taping apparatus adapted to apply tape over voids on an interior pipe wall, the taping apparatus having a transport assembly adapted to move the apparatus through a pipe; and a rotatable taping assembly adapted to retain a roll of tape and apply said tape over a void on the interior wall of the pipe, said taping assembly comprising an extendable and tractable arm assembly and a tape applicator assembly.

A plugging apparatus adapted to plug service lateral openings in the interior of a pipe and a method of plugging service lateral openings, the plugging apparatus having a housing, transport mechanisms mounted to said housing, the transport mechanisms adapted to move the housing through a pipe having service lateral openings, a rotatable manipulator compartment mounted to the housing, the manipulator compartment containing a robotic arm assembly having a plug gripping assembly and an extension assembly; the housing retaining plugs and one or more plug loading actuators adapted to individually advance each of the plugs into the manipulator compartment and the plug gripping assembly, the extension assembly being adapted to extend a plug positioned in the plug gripping assembly radially from the manipulator compartment and into one of the service lateral openings in the pipe.

The invention relates to a curing apparatus having at least one UV module (3), wherein the UV module (3) has at least one UV light source (6) for irradiating the inner wall of a pipe (1), wherein the UV module (3) that has been introduced into the pipe (1) is connected, by means of a cable (7), to a control device (9) that is situated outside of the pipe (1). It is an object of the invention to provide a curing apparatus in which the cable (7) for connecting the UV modules (3) to the control device (9) has a cross section that is reduced in comparison with the prior art. As a result, longer pipeline portions should be able to be renovated in one piece. Moreover, the electrical power losses in the cable (7) should be reduced. To this end, the invention suggests that at least one operating appliance (10) that is connected to the cable (7) and the UV light source (6) is arranged at each UV module (3), wherein the control device (9) actuates the operating appliance (10) by way of the cable (7) for the purposes of operating the UV light source (6).

Robotic tools, methods, and systems for repairing pipes in-situ are described. A robotic tool includes a body with an annular, cylindrical configuration with a first end and a second end opposite the first end, the body having an inner surface defining an axis; a printing arm attached to the inner surface of the robotic body using a track, the printing arm circumferentially movable along the inner surface of the body; a printing head attached to the printing arm, the printing head movable radially along the printing arm and axially relative to the printing arm; and a plurality of legs positioned at axial intervals around the robotic body, each leg pivotably attached to the robotic body at either the first end or the second end of the body and pivotable between an open position and a closed position.

A light head for use in relining a pipe, the light head may include a proximal end cap, a distal end cap, at least one body, at least one LED-plate, and at least one spacer. The proximal end cap may include a fluid inlet. The body may be arranged between the proximal end cap and the distal end cap. The body may include a longitudinal passage extending from the proximal end cap to the center of the body. At least one lateral channel may extend from the longitudinal passage to an outlet. The LED-plate may include at least one light emitting diode. The spacer may be disposed between the LED-plate and the body. The longitudinal passage may be configured to receive fluid from the inlet such that the fluid hits the LED-plate.

A process and system is provided to allow rehabilitation of asbestos concrete (AC) pipe to remain in place while rendering the AC pipe harmless, in a manner that protects the ecosystem and saves huge amounts of money lost to bypass, digging, remediation and disposal. The method and system provide for encapsulation of the old AC pipe in place without any digging or disruption to the surrounding area. No dewatering is required, saving the costs required with dewatering. There is minimal disruption to the community's use of the piping system while completing the repair, as such repairs can be done on a manhole-to-manhole basis. Finally, there are no hazardous material disposal requirements, or the costs associated therewith.

A number of mechanisms are provided for aiding in animal handling through various security screening processes. An animal control implement makes it possible to undergo security screening while maintaining control of the animal while also not generating any security related false rejects.

Systems and methods for forming and deploying a pipe liner in a pipe main having a service lateral. The line is formed from three pieces of material. The piece of material forming the front top and of the main liner and the front of the lateral line has a cutout at the joint to reduce bunching, which can result in non-uniform liner thickness and may form obstructions at the joint.