Pipe abandonment and decommissioning
We safely decommission and fill redundant pipes, preventing ground collapse, contamination, and future maintenance issues with minimal surface disruption.
Mitigating the risks of pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Without appropriate decommissioning, pipe abandonment can create significant safety hazards and environmental problems. Abandoned pipes can deteriorate over time, potentially leading to soil and groundwater contamination, as well as posing a risk of subsurface voids and ground instability.
Mainmark’s technologies provide fast, cost-effective methods for dealing with pipe abandonment and decommissioning. Our solutions permanently seal the pipes and provide void filling, using structurally stable materials that are environmentally inert for long-lasting and reliable results.
Terefil® is a lightweight engineered cementitious void filler suitable for a variety of geotechnical purposes, including pipe abandonment and decommissioning. It is ideal for locations where other filling options are too heavy, or where there is limited or restricted access.
Teretek® is a resin-based material that can be injected into voids through small holes measuring just 16mm in diameter. It can be used to fill abandoned pipes, as well as other cracks or voids in the ground and can also be used to gently lift structures suffering from subsidence.
As well as the structural integrity that Mainmark’s solutions provide, they also streamline the pipe abandonment and decommissioning process, minimising disruption and ensuring efficient project completion, saving time and resources.
The dangers of pipe abandonment without appropriate decommissioning
In the interest of public safety and satisfying legal requirements, it is vital that councils and asset owners decommission abandoned pipelines and fill them properly, quickly and safely. An abandoned pipe effectively creates an underground void, which can cause a wide range of problems for commercial structures and the people using them. These include:
Subsidence – Causing damage to buildings and potentially dangerous structural problems
Soil destabilisation – Leading to ground shrinkage, voids and sinkholes
Water ingress – Residual fluids could leak into public areas, potentially leading to ground collapse or sinkholes. It may also contaminate local groundwater resources
Proper pipe abandonment and decommissioning can mitigate these potential hazards, helping to protect the structural integrity of nearby buildings, preserve the stability of the surrounding soil and prevent harmful water ingress.
Without adequate pipe abandonment and decommissioning, stakeholders may also be neglecting their duty of care and failing to comply with regulatory requirements. Mainmark’s solutions can help achieve compliance and avoid potential legal liabilities and penalties while offering peace of mind and long-term reliability.
Applications – Protect your assets with void filling
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas Main Pipes
Ageing or abandoned gas pipelines are often left in place to avoid costly excavation and disruption. Mainmark fills these redundant pipes with Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious-based fill, completing works in as little as one day and ensuring maximum safety.
Water Main Pipe
Disused water main pipelines can compromise stability and cause subsidence beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites. To avoid costly removal and disruption, Mainmark uses Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious fill that can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution recognised by many councils.
Culverts
Disused water main pipelines can compromise ground stability and risk subsidence, but removing them is costly and disruptive. Mainmark’s unique Terefil® lightweight cementitious fill can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution for safely decommissioning pipelines beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites, an approach already recognised by many councils for minimising disruption to communities.
Find out more about our technologies for safe pipe abandonment and decommissioning.
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Teretek® – Resin injection underpinning alternative
Teretek® is an engineered solution for re-levelling subsided buildings that utilises a plural component, expanding polyurethane resin. The expansion force of the material results in the controlled lift of structures, with a by-product of localised bearing capacity improvement through soil densification.
JOG computer-controlled grouting underpinning alternative
JOG computer-controlled grouting uses a multi-point injection technique to insert cementitious grout materials under foundations. It can be used under commercial and residential buildings ranging from single-storey shops to high-rise structures. The injected materials have a controlled set time, which allows for the precise lifting of a structure.
Mainmark’s specialised in-house solutions
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Featured pipe abandonment and decommissioning case studies
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas pipe decommissioned with Terefil™
Benefits of Mainmark’s treatments for pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Fast
Our technologies for pipe abandonment and decommissioning have fast curing times and treated areas can be used immediately or without the delays of traditional repair methods.
Varied density choices
We provide pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials across a wide density range, from 30 to 1500 kg/m3.
Designed strengths
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials can be designed for strengths ranging from 50 kPa to more than 20 MPa.
Variable flow properties
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials have variable set times, from seconds to hours, and can be pumped over long distances.
Get in Touch
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Pipe abandonment and decommissioning
We safely decommission and fill redundant pipes, preventing ground collapse, contamination, and future maintenance issues with minimal surface disruption.
Mitigating the risks of pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Without appropriate decommissioning, pipe abandonment can create significant safety hazards and environmental problems. Abandoned pipes can deteriorate over time, potentially leading to soil and groundwater contamination, as well as posing a risk of subsurface voids and ground instability.
Mainmark’s technologies provide fast, cost-effective methods for dealing with pipe abandonment and decommissioning. Our solutions permanently seal the pipes and provide void filling, using structurally stable materials that are environmentally inert for long-lasting and reliable results.
Terefil® is a lightweight engineered cementitious void filler suitable for a variety of geotechnical purposes, including pipe abandonment and decommissioning. It is ideal for locations where other filling options are too heavy, or where there is limited or restricted access.
Teretek® is a resin-based material that can be injected into voids through small holes measuring just 16mm in diameter. It can be used to fill abandoned pipes, as well as other cracks or voids in the ground and can also be used to gently lift structures suffering from subsidence.
As well as the structural integrity that Mainmark’s solutions provide, they also streamline the pipe abandonment and decommissioning process, minimising disruption and ensuring efficient project completion, saving time and resources.
The dangers of pipe abandonment without appropriate decommissioning
In the interest of public safety and satisfying legal requirements, it is vital that councils and asset owners decommission abandoned pipelines and fill them properly, quickly and safely. An abandoned pipe effectively creates an underground void, which can cause a wide range of problems for commercial structures and the people using them. These include:
Subsidence – Causing damage to buildings and potentially dangerous structural problems
Soil destabilisation – Leading to ground shrinkage, voids and sinkholes
Water ingress – Residual fluids could leak into public areas, potentially leading to ground collapse or sinkholes. It may also contaminate local groundwater resources
Proper pipe abandonment and decommissioning can mitigate these potential hazards, helping to protect the structural integrity of nearby buildings, preserve the stability of the surrounding soil and prevent harmful water ingress.
Without adequate pipe abandonment and decommissioning, stakeholders may also be neglecting their duty of care and failing to comply with regulatory requirements. Mainmark’s solutions can help achieve compliance and avoid potential legal liabilities and penalties while offering peace of mind and long-term reliability.
Applications – Protect your assets with void filling
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas Main Pipes
Ageing or abandoned gas pipelines are often left in place to avoid costly excavation and disruption. Mainmark fills these redundant pipes with Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious-based fill, completing works in as little as one day and ensuring maximum safety.
Water Main Pipe
Disused water main pipelines can compromise stability and cause subsidence beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites. To avoid costly removal and disruption, Mainmark uses Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious fill that can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution recognised by many councils.
Culverts
Disused water main pipelines can compromise ground stability and risk subsidence, but removing them is costly and disruptive. Mainmark’s unique Terefil® lightweight cementitious fill can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution for safely decommissioning pipelines beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites, an approach already recognised by many councils for minimising disruption to communities.
Find out more about our technologies for safe pipe abandonment and decommissioning.
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Teretek® – Resin injection underpinning alternative
Teretek® is an engineered solution for re-levelling subsided buildings that utilises a plural component, expanding polyurethane resin. The expansion force of the material results in the controlled lift of structures, with a by-product of localised bearing capacity improvement through soil densification.
JOG computer-controlled grouting underpinning alternative
JOG computer-controlled grouting uses a multi-point injection technique to insert cementitious grout materials under foundations. It can be used under commercial and residential buildings ranging from single-storey shops to high-rise structures. The injected materials have a controlled set time, which allows for the precise lifting of a structure.
Mainmark’s specialised in-house solutions
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Featured pipe abandonment and decommissioning case studies
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas pipe decommissioned with Terefil™
Benefits of Mainmark’s treatments for pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Fast
Our technologies for pipe abandonment and decommissioning have fast curing times and treated areas can be used immediately or without the delays of traditional repair methods.
Varied density choices
We provide pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials across a wide density range, from 30 to 1500 kg/m3.
Designed strengths
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials can be designed for strengths ranging from 50 kPa to more than 20 MPa.
Variable flow properties
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials have variable set times, from seconds to hours, and can be pumped over long distances.
Get in Touch
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Pipe abandonment and decommissioning
We safely decommission and fill redundant pipes, preventing ground collapse, contamination, and future maintenance issues with minimal surface disruption.
Mitigating the risks of pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Without appropriate decommissioning, pipe abandonment can create significant safety hazards and environmental problems. Abandoned pipes can deteriorate over time, potentially leading to soil and groundwater contamination, as well as posing a risk of subsurface voids and ground instability.
Mainmark’s technologies provide fast, cost-effective methods for dealing with pipe abandonment and decommissioning. Our solutions permanently seal the pipes and provide void filling, using structurally stable materials that are environmentally inert for long-lasting and reliable results.
Terefil® is a lightweight engineered cementitious void filler suitable for a variety of geotechnical purposes, including pipe abandonment and decommissioning. It is ideal for locations where other filling options are too heavy, or where there is limited or restricted access.
Teretek® is a resin-based material that can be injected into voids through small holes measuring just 16mm in diameter. It can be used to fill abandoned pipes, as well as other cracks or voids in the ground and can also be used to gently lift structures suffering from subsidence.
As well as the structural integrity that Mainmark’s solutions provide, they also streamline the pipe abandonment and decommissioning process, minimising disruption and ensuring efficient project completion, saving time and resources.
The dangers of pipe abandonment without appropriate decommissioning
In the interest of public safety and satisfying legal requirements, it is vital that councils and asset owners decommission abandoned pipelines and fill them properly, quickly and safely. An abandoned pipe effectively creates an underground void, which can cause a wide range of problems for commercial structures and the people using them. These include:
Subsidence – Causing damage to buildings and potentially dangerous structural problems
Soil destabilisation – Leading to ground shrinkage, voids and sinkholes
Water ingress – Residual fluids could leak into public areas, potentially leading to ground collapse or sinkholes. It may also contaminate local groundwater resources
Proper pipe abandonment and decommissioning can mitigate these potential hazards, helping to protect the structural integrity of nearby buildings, preserve the stability of the surrounding soil and prevent harmful water ingress.
Without adequate pipe abandonment and decommissioning, stakeholders may also be neglecting their duty of care and failing to comply with regulatory requirements. Mainmark’s solutions can help achieve compliance and avoid potential legal liabilities and penalties while offering peace of mind and long-term reliability.
Applications – Protect your assets with void filling
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas Main Pipes
Ageing or abandoned gas pipelines are often left in place to avoid costly excavation and disruption. Mainmark fills these redundant pipes with Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious-based fill, completing works in as little as one day and ensuring maximum safety.
Water Main Pipe
Disused water main pipelines can compromise stability and cause subsidence beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites. To avoid costly removal and disruption, Mainmark uses Terefil®, a lightweight cementitious fill that can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution recognised by many councils.
Culverts
Disused water main pipelines can compromise ground stability and risk subsidence, but removing them is costly and disruptive. Mainmark’s unique Terefil® lightweight cementitious fill can be pumped from a single entry point, providing a fast, cost-effective, and long-term solution for safely decommissioning pipelines beneath properties, roads, and other sensitive sites, an approach already recognised by many councils for minimising disruption to communities.
Find out more about our technologies for safe pipe abandonment and decommissioning.
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Teretek® – Resin injection underpinning alternative
Teretek® is an engineered solution for re-levelling subsided buildings that utilises a plural component, expanding polyurethane resin. The expansion force of the material results in the controlled lift of structures, with a by-product of localised bearing capacity improvement through soil densification.
JOG computer-controlled grouting underpinning alternative
JOG computer-controlled grouting uses a multi-point injection technique to insert cementitious grout materials under foundations. It can be used under commercial and residential buildings ranging from single-storey shops to high-rise structures. The injected materials have a controlled set time, which allows for the precise lifting of a structure.
Mainmark’s specialised in-house solutions
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Featured pipe abandonment and decommissioning case studies
A diverse group of passionate professionals, each bringing unique skills and experiences to drive innovation and excellence in every project we undertake.
Gas pipe decommissioned with Terefil™
Benefits of Mainmark’s treatments for pipe abandonment and decommissioning
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.
Fast
Our technologies for pipe abandonment and decommissioning have fast curing times and treated areas can be used immediately or without the delays of traditional repair methods.
Varied density choices
We provide pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials across a wide density range, from 30 to 1500 kg/m3.
Designed strengths
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials can be designed for strengths ranging from 50 kPa to more than 20 MPa.
Variable flow properties
Our pipe abandonment and decommissioning materials have variable set times, from seconds to hours, and can be pumped over long distances.
Get in Touch
Our dedicated team of experts is committed to understanding your unique needs and objectives, working closely with you to develop and execute.