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  • Why Do Ductile Iron Pipe Lengths Vary?

    Why Do Ductile Iron Pipe Lengths Vary?

    By Jeremy Gwin   04/04/2020  In Installation Products Technical

    I 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?"

  • Buried No Longer - Confronting America’s Water Infrastructure Challenge

    Buried No Longer - Confronting America’s Water Infrastructure Challenge

    By Roy Mundy, P.E., ENV SP, Assoc. DBIA   03/25/2020  In Installation Technical

    The American Water Works Association (AWWA) is the premier trade association representing the drinking water industry in the United States. Through its network of paid professionals and volunteers throughout the country, AWWA has provided the drinking water industry with standards for water system operations as well as valuable research on countless subjects for many decades.

  • How to Prevent Stray Current in DI Pipe at Gas Line Crossings

    How to Prevent Stray Current in DI Pipe at Gas Line Crossings

    By John Simpson P.E., ENV SP, NACE CT   03/12/2020  In Installation Technical

    In today’s construction world, things are getting more and more technical and precise. As the waterworks industry evolved over the last 100 years, our understanding of installation processes has as well, specifically concerning stray currents emitted in the ground from steel gas or oil pipeline’s cathodic protection system and how they might influence the corrosion of adjacent Ductile iron (DI) pipelines.

  • How to Avoid Frozen Ductile Iron Pipelines Using Electrical Thawing

    How to Avoid Frozen Ductile Iron Pipelines Using Electrical Thawing

    By Aaron Loosli   03/06/2020  In Installation Technical

    Just as we start to feel that spring is just around the corner, Mother Nature reminds us that we are still in the midst of winter and warmer weather may still be days away. Lower temperatures are great for skiing, sledding, and hot beverages by the fire. However, in some parts of the country, a lower reading on the thermometer means trouble for our water lines.

    In extremely cold weather, the water in our pipelines can freeze, cutting off supply to our homes and businesses. This inconvenient problem can be remedied in Ductile iron pipelines through the process of electrical thawing

  • Specialty Gaskets: What Are They and When Do We Use Them?

    Specialty Gaskets: What Are They and When Do We Use Them?

    By Kevin Christian   02/27/2020  In Installation Products Technical

    For over 500 years, iron pipe joints have been connected in a variety of ways. From the first flanged joints developed in 1785 that used gaskets made with various materials to the evolution of the bell and spigot joint around 1950 that used caulking yarn or braided hemp.

    Today’s modern push-on gaskets are comprised of different types of rubber compounds, and the development of the push-on gasket has proven to be instrumental to the success of the leak-free water and sewer joint. Let's take a closer look at each specialty gasket available on the market today.

  • Hey Ditch Doctor! Can I Install a TR Flex® Plain End in a Tyton Joint Bell?

    Hey Ditch Doctor! Can I Install a TR Flex® Plain End in a Tyton Joint Bell?

    By Jerry Regula, ENV SP, NACE CT   02/21/2020  In Installation Technical

    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?

  • Horizontal Directional Drilling With Ductile Iron Pipe

    Horizontal Directional Drilling With Ductile Iron Pipe

    By John Simpson P.E., ENV SP, NACE CT   01/27/2020  In Installation Technical

    Have you ever heard the saying, “To the man who only has a hammer in the tool kit, every problem looks like a nail? (Abraham Maslow)” In the water utility industry, some folks may feel this way when faced with a pipeline installation that must circumvent natural or humanmade obstacles, especially water crossings. So, if going around or above is not an option, then what? How about below?

    In today’s modern world, there are more tools available in the water pipeline construction toolkit such as the Open Trench Method, the Pier Supported System, and Horizontal Directional Drilling or HDD. In this blog, we’ll discuss the benefits of using Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe) for HDD and provide some considerations and tips for your pipeline installation.

  • Why is Depth of Cover Important When Installing Ductile Iron Pipe?

    Why is Depth of Cover Important When Installing Ductile Iron Pipe?

    By Gary Gula   12/20/2019  In Installation Technical

    Within this article, we will discuss Depth of Cover and the key factors to consider when selecting the type of trench (or laying condition) for your application. We’ll also discuss why it is important to choose the correct trench application, not only for today, but for future adjustments or improvements that are planned for the surrounding area where the pipeline is being installed.

  • V-Bio® Or Cathodic Protection – An Honest Comparison

    V-Bio® Or Cathodic Protection – An Honest Comparison

    By John Simpson P.E., ENV SP, NACE CT   12/13/2019  In Installation Products Technical

    Odds are you may not be a certified corrosion specialist or an expert in the corrosion field for that matter. Most engineers that are responsible for specifying water projects are not. There are of course engineers who dedicate their entire careers to the subject. The good news is that McWane Ductile is committed to excellence in the corrosion field and provides professionals to assist you with making sound decisions regarding corrosion control. 

  • Key Considerations When Using DI Pipe for Bridge Crossings

    Key Considerations When Using DI Pipe for Bridge Crossings

    By Jerry Regula, ENV SP, NACE CT   11/29/2019  In Installation Technical

    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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  • The Iowa Treated Water Pipeline Project: Providing Growth with Safe, Clean Water
    The Iowa Treated Water Pipeline Project: Providing Growth with Safe, Clean Water By Jeff Henderson 11/09/2021  In Installation Services
  • Hydrotesting on Slopes: The Hills Have PSI!
    Hydrotesting on Slopes: The Hills Have PSI! By Ken Rickvalsky, ENV SP, NACE CT 10/28/2021  In Installation Technical
  • Barrel Rating vs. Joint Rating for Ductile Iron Pipe: Is There a Difference?
    Barrel Rating vs. Joint Rating for Ductile Iron Pipe: Is There a Difference? By Ken Rickvalsky, ENV SP, NACE CT 10/15/2021  In Technical
  • Corrosion Control - Inside and Out - for Ductile Iron Pipe
    Corrosion Control - Inside and Out - for Ductile Iron Pipe By Jerry Regula, ENV SP, NACE CT 10/08/2021  In Products Technical
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