An Israeli company, Plasson, provides solutions used in more than 80 countries for connecting polyethylene (PE) pipe. The stainless-steel clamps are suitable for immediate repair to water main ...

a metal pipe repair clamp can easily solve the problem. Position the rubber gasket material lengthwise over the crack, overlapping the two pieces if necessary. Place the metal clamp over the ...

One possible fix, according to mechanical contractor and PM contributor Pat Porzio, would be to switch from older-style metal clamps on your pipes to plastic one that can expand and contract a little.