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Initial Cost Shouldn’t be the Primary Factor in Choosing Gravity Pipe Systems

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An article by Gerry Mulhern published in the April Issue of Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine
Municipal and consulting engineers can sometimes lose sight of project life and serviceability expectations when it comes to gravity pipe storm drainage systems and sanitary sewers. Too often, decisions are based on the initial cost of the pipe and not enough consideration is given to the cost of proper installation, maintenance or rehabilitation costs, and service life.

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