Butt Fusion

A method of joining polyethylene pipe where two pipe ends and rapidly brought together under pressure to form a homogeneous bond.

Bypass

An arrangement of pipes and valves whereby the flow may be passed around a hydraulic structure or appurtenance. Also, a temporary setup to route flow around a part of a sewer system.

Bypass Pumping

The transportation of sewage which flows around a specific sewer pipe/line section or sections via any conduit for the purpose of controlling sewage flows in the specified section or sections without flowing or discharging onto public or private property.