After a pipeline is buried and commissioned its life begins. But critical protective steps prior to backfill can mean the difference between ongoing health and failures in the field. A critical step in assuring long-term integrity of underground structures is the assurance of protection against rough handling and rock damage during back filling. Tuff-N- Nuff takes the guesswork out of the back-fill process.

Pipeline Protection Products

Polyken Pipeline Products
Tapecoat Pipeline Products
Tuff-N-Nuff Rockshield
Trenton Wax Tapes

Uses & Applications for Tuff N Nuff

  • Maintains cathodic protection
  • Absorbs impact of uneven back fill.
  • Flexible to accommodate normal pipe movement resulting from ground shifting, thermal expansion or contraction, while minimizing abrasion
  • Does not trap or hold water
  • Allows accurate cathodic testing and inspection
  • Protects pipe coating from protruding rocks in trench
  • Protects pipe during future excavations.
  • Is unaffected by temperature extremes and wet weather.
  • Maintains cathodic protection.
  • Lightweight. Easy to handle and transport.
  • Yellow color helps identify in-ground pipe to third parties