Pipe Cleaning Equipment

Our collection of pipe‑cleaning equipment provides dependable solutions for maintaining and preparing water and wastewater pipelines. Designed for a wide range of pipe materials and diameters, these tools support essential cleaning, debris removal, and internal preparation during maintenance, rehabilitation, and installation activities. Available through Synthotech, the range includes several types of mechanical cleaning tools suitable for different stages of pipeline conditioning.

Pipe Scrapers
Pipe scrapers are designed to remove hard deposits and nodules from the internal walls of metal pipes. They use multiple spring‑steel scraping elements mounted on a central high‑tensile shaft, helping to break down stubborn material as they are winched through the pipeline.

Wire Brush Pigs
Wire brush pigs use two circular wire brushes to clear loose debris, dust, and fine residue. They are often used before inserting PE pipe or after scraping to remove any material loosened during earlier cleaning. They may also be fitted to towing equipment to clean pipe surfaces during installation.

Pull Throughs (Squeegees / Plungers)
Pull throughs are designed to remove fine particles, fluids, and light debris from pipes. Each tool is built with two thick rubber discs mounted on a central shaft or flexible chain, allowing them to operate effectively in both straight runs and pipelines with tight bends. They are suitable for use with all pipe materials.

Duct Brushes
Duct brushes are intended for cleaning dirt, dust, and loose debris from electrical or communication ducts. They can be configured for pulling or for pushing through ducts using a fibreglass rod system, making them useful for clearing pathways before cable or conduit installation.

Foam Pigs
Foam pigs help remove dust, moisture, or fluids from the internal surface of pipes. They can be propelled using air or water pressure and are also available with fittings for pulling applications. Their flexibility allows them to pass through a wide variety of pipe types and diameters.

Proving Pigs
Proving pigs are used to confirm a consistent internal bore within a pipe or duct prior to installing liners or cables. They are typically manufactured slightly smaller than the pipe’s internal diameter and are available in both solid nylon and steel dumbbell designs.

Pipe Scrapers

• Designed to remove hard deposits and nodules from internal pipe surfaces.
• Built with multiple spring‑steel scraping elements mounted on a high‑tensile central shaft.
• Equipped with towing eyes at both ends for forward or reverse winching.
• Suitable for a wide range of pipe diameters.

Wire Brush Pigs

• Constructed with two circular wire brushes for removing loose deposits and dust.
• Ideal for preparing metal pipes before the installation of PE pipe.
• Effective as a secondary cleaning tool after scraping.
• Available in a variety of sizes, with options for mounting ahead of towing equipment.

Pull Throughs (Squeegees / Plungers)

• Used to remove fine particles, moisture, and light debris from pipelines.
• Designed with two thick rubber discs mounted on either a rigid shaft or a flexible chain for navigating bends.
• Suitable for all common pipe materials and a wide range of diameters.

Duct Brushes

• Designed to clear loose debris, dust, and dirt from electrical or communication ducts.
• Available with fittings for pulling or pushing through ducts using fibreglass rod systems.
• Suitable for multiple duct sizes and configurations.

Foam Pigs

• Used to remove dust, moisture, or fluids from the internal surface of pipes.
• Can be propelled using air or water pressure, with optional pull‑through fittings.
• Flexible design enables use across a broad range of pipe sizes and materials.

Proving Pigs

• Used to confirm the internal bore of a pipe or duct before installing a liner or cable.
• Available in solid nylon or steel dumbbell styles.
• Sized slightly smaller than the target pipe to ensure smooth passage.