Ranger II® Non-metalalic Casing Spacers

Description

The Ranger II® is an all non-metallic casing isolator/spacer system that uses molded segments to encircle the carrier pipe. Each segment includes at least one molded-in runner and one slide lock. Customer's may choose from any one of five different size bands to allow correct sizing for carrier pipe O.D. ranges from 0.83" up to 37.60" in diameter.

Once sized, the segments are placed around the carrier pipe and cinched together via non-metallic slide locks. Installation is quick and easy while only a small inventory of segments may be used to accommodate a large variety of pipe styles, types and diameters.

Typical Application for Ranger II® Casing Spacers Casing Spacers

Benefits/Features of Ranger II® Casing Spacers

• All non-metallic. No nuts, bolts, washers or any other metal parts to corrode or degrade over time.
• Designed for carrier pipe diameters from 0.83 (21mm) to 37.60 (955mm) in diameter.
• Segmented pieces - small inventory may be used to accommodate a large variety of pipe styles, types and diameters. No extra trips from job site to warehouse for additional parts.
• Easy assembly. Simply slide the segments together and ratchet tight with patented Slide-Lock connecting system.
• Wide variety of runner heights to allow numerous options for pipe positioning within the casing.
• Runner variations may be used to adjust for grade.

• Manufactured from UV resistant polypropylene.
• High impact strength, 1.5 ft. lbs./inch (0.8 joules/cm).
• Excellent compressive strength, 3,000 psi (211 kg/square cm.).
• 800 volts/mil. dielectric strength.
• Wide temperature range;
• Eliminates sand or grout fill.
• No special tools required for installation.
• Low coefficient of friction for ease of installation.
• Will accommodate small conduit attachment for communications or electrical cable.

Material Specifications for Ranger II® Casing Spacers

Liner
None

Hardware
None

Warranty

All products are warranted against failure caused by manufacturing defects for a period of one year. Any product found to be so defective and returned within one year from date of shipment will be replaced without charge. The above warranty is made in lieu of, and we disclaim, any and all other warranties,

expressed or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and buyer agrees to accept the products without any such warranties. We hereby disclaim any obligation or liability for consequential damages, labor costs or any other claims or liabilities of any kind whatsoever.

Installation Instructions for Ranger II® Casing Spacers

Always Wear Appropriate Safety Equipment and Follow All Your Company Regulations!

Basic Installation Procedure

PRECAUTIONS
Always Use Appropriate Protective Safety Wear and Glasses!
1. Always wear protective safety glasses, especially in low temperatures.
2. Keep Ranger II segments and slide-locks in a warm environment while awaiting installation in colder climates.
3. Under hot installation conditions, allow the product to age a couple of hours at ambient temperature prior to assembly.

1. Check to make sure you have all segments and Slide-Locks as recommended by ordering procedure.		2. Take the segments and align the buckles. Insert the buckles 1/4 of the way into the slots.		3. Locate directional arrow on segment and insert Slide-Lock until the tip exits the end of the segment.
4. Continue the process from the previous step until all segments are put together. You are now ready to wrap the Ranger II around the pipe. NOTE: In tight installation areas, you might need to break the belt into two parts and then wrap the Ranger II around the pipe.		5. Align the buckles and lock into place. Take the final Slide-Lock and slide completely into place.		6. Insert all Slide-Locks as far as possible by hand. Complete tightening by lightly tapping each Slide-Lock with a light rubber headed hammer, while holding the Slide-Lock against the pipe.
7A. To tighten Ranger II securely to carrier pipe, back Slide-Lock completely out of the slot. If needed, push segments together by hand.		7B. Re-insert Slide-Locks completely into segment by lightly tapping Slide-Lock back into position while holding the Slide-Lock against pipe.		7. Continue steps 7A and 7B until Ranger II is secure against carrier pipe and unable to move.
Trouble Shooting Installation Procedure
Broken Slide Lock: A) If a Slide-Lock should break during installation, remove and replace with a new Slide-Lock.		B) Remove Slide-Lock by backing it out, do not pull it through to remove the broken piece. Tap broken piece back out.		C) Take a Slide-Lock and insert in the opposite direction of the arrows. Push until you can grab the broken piece and remove.
		Slide Lock will not insert completely: D) If the Slide-Lock does not completely lock into place the following may have occurred. Two or more segments may have engaged completely. To rectify, back Slide-Lock out and readjust segments by pulling them apart by hand. Reinsert Slide-Lock and adjust tightness of the spacer with another segment.

Typical Specifications for Ranger II® Casing Spacers

Non-metallic Casing Spacer & End Seal
Specification for Carrier Pipe
up to 37.60 O.D.

A. Casing Spacers
Upon completion of the installation of the steel pipe encasement, the contractor shall furnish and install a Ranger II® boltless casing spacer on the carrier pipe as described below.
Casing spacers shall be spaced a maximum of eight (8) feet apart along the length of the carrier pipe with one casing spacer within two (2) feet of each side of a pipe joint and the rest evenly spaced. Wood skids are not an acceptable method of supporting the carrier pipe.

1. Casing spacers shall be all non-metallic (polypropylene), molded in segments for field assembly without any special tools. Spacer segments shall be secured around carrier pipe by insertion of a Slide-Lock. The casing spacer polymer shall contain ultraviolet inhibitors and shall have a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi, an 800 Volts/mil dielectric strength and impact strength of 1.5 ft-lbs./inch. Each casing spacer shall have full length, integrally molded skids extending beyond the bell or mechanical joint of the carrier pipe.
2. The casing spacers shall be the PSI Ranger II® Casing Spacers as manufactured by Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc., Houston, Texas.

3. Spacers shall be at least as wide as listed below.

B. End Seals
After insertion of the carrier pipe into the casing, the ends of the casing shall be closed by installing 1/8" thick synthetic rubber end seals equal to the PSI Model "C" end seal as manufactured by Pipeline Seal and Insulator, Inc., Houston, Texas.

ISO 9001:2000 Registration
Each casing spacer and end seal shall be manufactured at a facility that has a Registered ISO 9001:2000 Quality Management System. Copy of current ISO 9001:2000 Registration shall be provided with material submittal.