Electrostatic discharger system for polyethylene pipes in gas distribution. Phase 1. Final report, November 1989-February 1992

The primary objective of the project was to develop a practical prototype electrostatic discharger for neutralizing the interior charge in PE gas pipe. Secondary objectives included: (1) developing an improved method for dissipating charge accumulations on the outside surface of PE pipe; (2) developing instrumentation for measuring the electrostatic voltages on the inside and outside surfaces of PE pipe; and (3) investigating methods for manufacturing PE pipe to avoid electrostatic charge buildup.