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Article | REF: C5572 V1

Mini and microtunnelers

Author: Françis MAQUENNEHAN

Publication date: February 10, 2001

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6. Conclusion

The box below summarizes the microtunnel technique.

Uses :

  • sanitation ;

  • wastewater ;

  • rainwater ;

  • drinking water ;

  • ducts for various fluids.

Current length of a section :

  • DN < 800 mm, from 30 to 100 m ;

  • DN > 800 mm, from 30 to 200 m.

Ancillary works :

  • working shaft with or without reaction bed, maximum depth 20 m ;

  • wells transformed into manholes.

Guidance :

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