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Why Does 3” and 4” Pipe Cost More Than Other Ductile Iron Pipe?
06/19/2020 In Products TechnicalA common question that many sales reps in the Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe) industry have heard over the years is, "Are you sure you’ve quoted the 3” and 4” pipe correctly?” Once that price is confirmed, the follow-up question from the customer is usually “Why in the world does it cost so much?” Well, there are many reasons for the higher cost, and in this Iron Strong Blog, we will offer some insight into that question.
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What Are The Advantages of Ductile Iron Pipe Over PVC Pipe?
06/18/2020 In Installation Products TechnicalQuestion – What is the difference between Ductile Iron and Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)?
Answer – Many things, but some groups may attempt to “muddy the waters” with inaccurate information regarding the two materials.With the information that follows, we will take a closer look at what really separates Ductile Iron from PVC and why it matters.
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Sustainability & Resiliency – The Impact of Recycling and Using Recycled Products
06/05/2020 In Environmental & Safety ProductsIn this second installment of our Iron Strong Blog on Sustainability and Resiliency, we will focus on recycling and the recyclability of various pipe materials. As you may know, Ductile iron pipe is made from recycled iron and steel scrap, making it not only a recycled product but a recyclable product.
Okay, since that fact has been stated, why read further? Well, besides being the only primary full-size-range piping product made from recycled material, you should know why this is important to you, me, and everyone else. We will look at the impact of recycling on cities and towns as well as countries and the planet.
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How Does Ductile Iron Pipe Answer the Challenge of Sustainability and Resiliency?
05/27/2020 In Environmental & Safety ProductsSustainability and Resiliency are today's buzzwords, especially concerning water and wastewater systems, but what does this really mean to you, the designer, manager and/or operator? Utility people today are bombarded with the answer to this question, and we believe that there is no one answer because every system is unique and experiences different priorities and different challenges.
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What is Long Span Pipe and How Is It Installed?
05/21/2020 In Installation ProductsAs the name suggests, Long-Span pipe can extend over distances with fewer supports than conventional Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe). In standard 18-foot lengths of DI pipe, a minimum of one support is required within 2-feet of the Bell for each length of pipe. When using Long-Span pipe, distances of 27-foot up to 45-foot and longer can be achieved with support only at the Bell ends.
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A Story of Water
04/17/2020 In Environmental & Safety Installation Products TechnicalEvery summer, I go backpacking with my family into the Uinta Mountains of Utah. The Uinta mountain range is enormous, very remote, and extremely beautiful. One of the most scenic areas in the entire range is called Red Castle. In this area of the Uintas rises a towering red monolith with peaks that reach straight into the sky, hence the name. Getting there requires a grueling 10-mile trek, but the beauty and serenity are well worth the effort...
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Ductile Iron Vs. Steel Flanges – Are They Interchangeable?
04/09/2020 In Products TechnicalWhy all these different numbers when ordering flanges? Why can’t it be easy? Often, people get confused about the proper terminology and usage of Ductile Iron flanges versus steel flanges. We are often asked, “Why are there two different Ductile Iron flanges?” The truth is they can all be mated together if ordered correctly.
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Why Do Ductile Iron Pipe Lengths Vary?
04/04/2020 In Installation Products TechnicalI have been on the road for nearly 20 years, talked with numerous contractors and distributors during that time, and there is a common question that I often get asked, "Why do Ductile iron pipe lengths vary?"
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Ductile Iron Pipe - Fact or Fiction?
01/18/2020 In Products TechnicalMcWane Ductile is committed to offering educational resources based upon sound engineering data to our clients and potential clients. One of these resources includes banners that display certain information about our product.
While attending a recent conference, we were challenged on the information these banners contained. In fact, one unknown individual walked by the booth and shouted, “Lies... that information is lies!” without the courtesy of stopping to discuss why he felt that way or what exactly was his objection.
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Safe Drinking Water - How Do We Ensure The Highest Standards?
01/03/2020 In Our Company Products TechnicalSafe drinking water is essential for sustainable human life. Do you lie awake at night wondering if the water you are drinking is safe? Do you dream about the type of water lines used to transport water to your home or business?
If you are a design engineer or an official responsible for providing clean, safe water to hundreds, thousands, or even millions of residents, then you are most likely the type of person who dedicates a major portion of your time thinking about water quality.
Thankfully, there are entities and standards in place to ensure that products used in water transportation systems are of the utmost quality. In this blog, we’ll discuss the who, what, why, and how products designed to transport safe drinking water are monitored and tested during the manufacturing process at McWane Ductile to meet quality standards.
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