Jerry Regula, ENV SP, NACE CT

Jerry Regula, "JR" is a product engineer with McWane Ductile. Jerry’s responsibility is to provide technical support for water professionals at all levels including engineers, private water companies, contractors, municipalities, and water districts.
Jerry has been with McWane Ductile for more than 30 years, starting on the ground floor. Jerry has been involved in nearly all facets of the foundry, providing him with extensive experience in manufacturing, installation, and design of ductile iron water products.
Jerry is a NACE Certified Corrosion Technician, Envision Specialist, and member of the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Jerry enjoys spending time with his church where he is a speaker and treasurer, as well as spending time with his wife Susan and their two daughters, Katelyn and Shannon on their farm in Ohio.
“Many people do not realize how their water gets to them or how blessed we are to have clean drinking water,” says Regula. “I am honored as a water professional to do my part in ‘Building Iron Strong Utilities for Generations.’”
Jerry’s favorite quote: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
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Ask The Ditch Doctor - Seeing Eye to Eye with The Inspector's Camera
Dear Ditch Doctor,
The county engineer is requesting that we dig up and replace sections of a newly installed Ductile iron pipeline as a result of comments or notations made by an internal video inspection camera operator. I've looked over the “issues” he's noted and can't for the life of me make out what he's talking about.
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Ductile Iron Vs. Steel Pipe: How To Make The Best Choice
There are several factors to consider when choosing the type of pipe to use for your job. This article will focus on of few of those areas of concern as we compare Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe) to its shiny arch-nemesis, steel. I'll be walking through each material's pros and cons as they relate to product design, energy (pumping cost) efficiency, corrosion control, and installation.
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Chamfer or Beveling Ductile Iron Pipe - What's the Difference
There are occasions during field installation of Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe) when a Chamfered edge or a beveled edge may be required. There is typically a sharp edge on any metal pipe after field cutting. This edge is a safety hazard that requires removal. The sharp edge may also damage a gasket during installation, which is an additional reason to remove the sharp edge. Read on to see the differences and why it is essential to have the proper edge on a field-cut DI pipe.
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How to Repair Glass-Lined Ductile Iron Pipe
When discussing Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe) in corrosion-resistant applications, glass-lined DI pipe often comes to mind. Glass lining has often been the specified lining for DI pipe in sewer and chemical resistant applications. Common uses for glass-lined pipe are for situations such as a sludge line in a wastewater treatment plant or when harmful chemicals are present in the pipeline. There may be occasions in the field when patching of the glass lining may be necessary.
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What Are The Advantages of Ductile Iron Pipe Over PVC Pipe?
Question – 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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How Does Ductile Iron Pipe Answer the Challenge of Sustainability and Resiliency?
Sustainability 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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Hey Ditch Doctor! Can I Install a TR Flex® Plain End in a Tyton Joint Bell?
Welcome to the first edition of The Ditch Doctor, where we provide answers to your most-often-asked questions about Ductile Iron pipe. These are real-world questions coming from real-world, hard-working professionals in the water industry… just like you.
Steve From Steubenville Asks… Can I Install a TR Flex® Plain End in a Tyton Joint Bell?
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Safe Drinking Water - How Do We Ensure The Highest Standards?
Safe 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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Key Considerations When Using DI Pipe for Bridge Crossings
Bridge crossings, like many projects, can go extremely well with the proper upfront considerations. We will discuss the benefits of utilizing TR Flex® Ductile Iron Pipe, and take a look at key topics involved in completing bridge crossing projects.
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How to Successfully Prepare and Complete a Hydrostatic Test
Picture This
Much time, effort, and care have been expended installing a water line. Crews have worked through inclement weather. Unexpected rock was found, which slowed progress but did not stop installation of the pipe. Crews have worked long hours to meet deadlines and are anticipating the end of the project.
But wait, you have not pressurized the line. All eyes are on that gauge in hopes of validating the work was successfully completed.
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