Heat-Line Warns of Water Pipe Dangers in North-Central United States
Heat-Line Freeze Protection Systems, a major manufacturer of certified and potable heating cable systems for a variety of freeze-protection applications, warns of a dangerous electrical safety issue with water pipes in North-Central United States
(firmenpresse) - CARNARVON, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 06/30/15 -- Heat-Line a division of Christopher MacLean Ltd. (), a major manufacturer of certified and potable heating cable systems for a variety of freeze-protection applications, has extended its market into the North-Central United States. During Heat-Line''s initial market research, it has uncovered some serious and frightening concerns with respect to the current implementation of traditional external heat tape or cable products. Heating tapes or cables are often installed to protect water pipes in cold climates where they are subject to freezing and frequently where excavation below the frost line is impractical or impossible.
"Contractors, agents and distributors are informing Heat-Line that heating tape or cable systems are being installed in applications beyond their certification. There is a growing practice of installing heating tapes or cables designed for external applications inside pressurized potable (drinking water) pipes in rural homes," warns Lorne Heise CEO of Heat-Line. "Unfortunately to the unknowing homeowner, these heating tape or cable systems are not certified for this application and even worse, present long-term health risks to those consuming the water. Even more concerning is that the systems are not only being employed in potable water lines, but also dangerously installed in sewage and wastewater systems as well. This is in direct contradiction to National Electrical and Building codes which are in place to protect homeowners and the public in general from safety and health concerns," explains Heise.
While not all trades and contractors are practicing the hazardous and liable application of installing external heat tapes or cables inside potable water pipes, there remains a select group endangering the entire market. The process of converting and adapting external heat tapes or cables through a series of non-certified fittings to be inserted inside potable water pipes is a deceitful practice, and places an enormous amount of liability on the tradesperson or contractor completing the procedure.
The dangers of this application may not be known to many, but are serious and far-reaching as noted below:
ALL CERTIFIED HEATING CABLE SYSTEMS ARE MARKED WITH THEIR APPROPRIATE APPROVAL - the companies behind these certified products are proud of their certification and worked hard to endorse correct product applications. If you are unsure whether the system is certified for the intended use, contact the manufacturer of the product directly as they along with the installing tradesperson or contracting share accountability for the correct installation of the system.
Anyone who believes they may have purchased and have an unapproved heat tape or cable installed within their water pipe should, without delay:
There are certified and approved heating cable manufacturers who offer specialized systems for use inside potable water supply and sewage systems of which Heat-Line is one. Always be sure to ask your installer and or supplier prior to purchase if the product is approved for the intended application.
About Heat-Line: Located in Haliburton, Ontario, Heat-Line Freeze Protect Systems specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced water pipe freeze protection systems using advanced self-regulating technology. Heat-Line offers an extensive line of safe, innovative and energy efficient freeze protection products for home, cottage, commercial and industrial applications. Eliminate water line freeze up and pipe freezing economically and effectively, even in the coldest climates, with cable heat trace systems from Heat-Line. To learn more about Heat-Line water pipe freeze protection systems and other quality Heat-Line products, including Retro-Line, Kompensator, Paladin, CARAPACE, and ArcticVent, visit or call 1-800-584-4944.
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Heat-Line Freeze Protect Systems
a division of Christopher MacLean Ltd.
Lorne Heise, CEO
Local: 705-754-4545 / Toll-Free: 800-584-4944
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