Project Case Study
Internal joint seals
Media
Potable Water
Pressure (psi)
85
Length (ft)
8 joints
Diameter (in)
36+
Pits
2
Bends (deg)
4 - 45s
Nevada
Client Objective
Repair a leaking pipeline between the Sphere and the High Roller Ferris wheel in Las Vegas under the Formula One racetrack in a very busy downtown area.
Overview
The project involved rehabilitating eight hydrostatic joint seals in a 36-inch pipeline with an operating pressure of 85 PSI. The project involved navigating a high-traffic urban environment.
Challenges
Located in one of Las Vegas's most iconic and heavily trafficked downtown areas, this leaking pipeline presented extraordinary logistical challenges. The pipeline ran directly beneath the Formula One racetrack, positioned between two major tourist attractions, the Sphere and the High Roller Ferris Wheel. Any conventional excavation or extended closure would have disrupted major entertainment venues, impacted tourism, caused significant traffic congestion, and potentially interfered with scheduled racing events. The downtown location demanded a solution that could restore system integrity quickly and efficiently without the extensive street closures, heavy equipment access, and prolonged construction timelines associated with traditional repair methods.
Solution
Advantage Reline with AMKA Services providing material and consulting services, provided a rapid, minimally invasive rehabilitation solution perfectly suited for this high-profile urban environment. The team successfully sealed all eight joints throughout the pipeline. The hydrostatic joint seals restored full system integrity to the pipeline, eliminating all leak points while maintaining uninterrupted service to the surrounding entertainment venues.
The successful joint sealing operation eliminated all leaks while maintaining uninterrupted service to the surrounding entertainment venues. The project was completed without any impact to the Sphere, High Roller, or Formula One operations, demonstrating Advantage Reline's capability to execute complex repairs in the most demanding and high-profile environments. The solution provides long-term reliability for infrastructure that serves millions of visitors to Las Vegas's premier entertainment destination.
