A device employed for creating a new service connection to a pressurized water main, this equipment allows the safe and efficient installation of a branch connection without interrupting the existing water supply. This process typically involves securing the device to the main, drilling a hole through the pipe wall, and then inserting a valve and fitting assembly. The assembly provides a controlled outlet for the new service line.
This technology is critical for expanding water distribution networks and providing service to new customers while minimizing disruption to existing users. It represents a significant advancement over older methods that required shutting down the main, draining the line, and making the connection under non-pressurized conditions. This innovation offers substantial time and cost savings, reduces water loss, and minimizes the inconvenience to consumers. Its development has been essential for the efficient growth and maintenance of modern water infrastructure.