Rising Main

Rising Main is a synonym for Pressure Main. Although water pressure mains are sometimes referred to as rising mains, the term is most commonly used when referring to a sewer pressure main.

The most common pipe materials used for sewer rising mains are:

Whatever pipe material is selected for use in rising mains, it must have the capability to withstand pressure surges due to pump starts and water hammer.

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