Industrial tubing and pipes are a fundamental part of any operation. They form needed infrastructure for the successful transfer of media across distances and even through challenging circumstances. Systems rely on quality manufacturing of pipes of various types and sizes to ensure dependable and long-term performance.
The following is an overview of quality industrial pipes that apply in various operations.
Boiler Tube
Due to the increased temperatures, pressures and specific dimensional requirements involved, heat exchangers and boilers experience significant stress. Boiler tubes, designated by wall thickness, exterior diameter and ASTM and ASME numbers, are designed to manage elevated pressures.
Cement Lined
Cement-lined tubing and pipes have a range of uses, including enhanced resistance to internal corrosion in water cooling systems and operations involving firewater, seawater and potable water.
Carbon Steel
Also useful for high-pressure installations, carbon steel industrial pipe can include welded and seamless versions in multiple grades. The grade selection depends on the environment, such as temperature, pressure and media type. For extreme ranges, special grades are an option.
Composites
Woven fiberglass and epoxy resin pipes can manage as much as 275°F and 4000 PSI and serve as buried fuel lines or a solution to slurries or caustic chemicals.
Chrome
A higher chromium percentage in steel pipes, designated according to the ASTM convention, is effective in high-temperature operations.
Ductile Iron
Ductile iron has served in both potable and wastewater systems for some time and continues to be a leading choice for current systems.
Copper
Copper pipe ensures a high level of water-content quality and is the recognized standard for the water distribution industry.
Stainless Steel
Stainless steel, typically between the grades of 304 to 316 stainless, is a top application for corrosive systems.
CPVC and PVC
A lower-cost option, PVC pipe is a standby for lower-pressure systems and can adapt to such systems as drainage, water reclamation and potable water.
HDPE Pipe
This lightweight and flexible solution is a prime material for trenchless work and has become a popular selection for systems involving chemicals, gas, fire-water, water and wastewater. HDPE is chemical and corrosion resistant and a non-toxic application that serves well as industrial, municipal, geothermal, landfill and energy infrastructure and more.
Industrial pipe comes in a range of sizes and wall thicknesses and is available from a wide range of providers. For multiple applications or circumstances, industrial tubing and pipe material can meet a wide range of demands.
