SANTA ANA, Calif. — Pipe Restoration Technologies LLC announced that the company has been awarded its sixth United States patent for its ePIPE pipe restoration process, Patent No. 8343579 by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

This patent is focused on enhancements to ePIPE technology that provides for an internal barrier coating and leak sealing process applied internally in pipes while the pipes remain in-place, preventing leaks without having to use conventional repair and repiping methods. This patent covers pipes used to carry potable water, natural gas, fire sprinkler systems, and drains.

“Our research and development team is proud of our ongoing innovation program and this accomplishment. This is our third patent that focuses on in-place leak sealing technologies,” said Larry Gillanders, CEO.