Our Patented Technology
Innovation is in Westlake Pipe & Fittings’ DNA. We continue to lead the industry in product development with innovative technology like our bi-directionally restrained joint Certa-Lok® products. Explore our offering of patented technologies.
Certa-Lok®: Our Revolutionary PVC Pipe Restrained Joint Technology
Our proprietary, patented Certa-Lok® restrained joint technology utilizes precision-machined grooves on the pipe and within the coupling or integral bell, which—when aligned—allow a nylon spline to be inserted, creating a bi-directionally restrained joint that can be assembled in minutes.
For municipal applications, Certa-Lok® products can be easily pushed or pulled, making them ideal for horizontal directional drilling (HDD), static pipe bursting and other trenchless installations. In the water well market, Certa-Lok® Well Casing & Drop Pipe products feature a unique coupling with a spline locking design, allowing quick and easy assembly without additional tools, significantly reducing assembly time.
Across all applications, our Certa-Lok® technology reduces assembly time and can help lower installation costs.
 
          Developing the Future of PVC Pipe & Fittings
Westlake Pipe & Fittings’ underlying innovations are the result of tremendous effort, expertise and investment. Our research and development teams are focused on creating and perfecting PVC pipe & fittings systems that address the most difficult challenges of contractors, specifiers, engineers, and owners. All Westlake Pipe & Fittings products are rigorously tested, ensuring they meet and exceed all industry requirements. We are continuously committed to delivering pipe & fittings of superior quality, value and durability, built to meet the needs of your projects.
 
          Patent Information
| Patent Number | Product Description | 
| US 6,086,297 | C900 RJIB and Well Casing CLIB products; MFG Process | 
| US 7,108,295 | 14" and large C900 RJ - Fiberglass Coupling | 
| US 6,302,445 | Certa-Set® 3" sleds using quarter turn risers | 
| US 8,459,698 | Certa-Set® 3" sleds using threaded risers | 
| US 9,765,913 | Certa-Set® 3" sleds using threaded risers | 
| D 805,165 | Certa-Set® systems that utilize the 3" Tee | 
| D 166,790 | Certa-Set® systems that utilize the 3" Tee | 
| D 673,244 | Molded Riser Cap | 
| US 8,459,698 | Riser Cap and Irrigation Piping | 
| US 9,765,913 | Riser Cap and Irrigation Piping | 
| US 9,200,732 | Flush Joint Pipe | 
| US 9,568,120 | Flush Joint Pipe | 
| MX 50909 | Tee Coupling | 
| US 10,099,299 | Restrained Joint - Manufacturing | 
| US 10,228,056 | Fluid-Tite® Gaskets and C900 Restrained Joint Integral Bells | 
| US 10,443,204 | Basement Waterproofing | 
| US 10,443,775 | Certa-Set® | 
| US 10,443,766 | Restrained Joint Coupled Products | 
| US 10,550,979 | Certa-Lok CLIC® and Certa-Set® CLIC™ | 
| US 10,557,583 | Certa-Set Irrigation System - Riser | 
| US 10,746,335 | Next Gen Certa-Lok® | 
| US 10,794,517 | In Line Removable Expansion/Repair Couplings | 
| US 11,015,753 | Certa-Lok CLIC® Alternative Method | 
| US 11,035,505 | Certa-Lok® In Line Removable Coupling | 
| US 11,054,060 | Retriever Machine | 
| US 11,098,832 | Restrained Joint - Gaskets | 
| MX 392114 | Restrained Joint - Gaskets | 
| MX 392100 | Restrained Joint - Gaskets | 
| US 11,098,834 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled - CLIC | 
| MX 377291 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled - CLIC | 
| CN ZL201880023756.4 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled - CLIC | 
| CA 3,017,732 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled - CLIC | 
| US 11,131,408 | Restrained Joint - In Line Removable | 
| US 11,396,966 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled | 
| US 11,441,714 | Restrained Joint - Pre-Assembled | 
| US 11,402,037 | Cold Impact Foam Core | 
| US 11,543,054 | Pipe Retreival Machine | 
| EP 3 577 382 | System and Apparatus for Conduit Squeeze Retainer |