Piping

PVC vs. CPVC: What’s the Difference?

Both PVC and CPVC are widely used, but many may be wondering how much does that extra ‘C’ change things? We will explain the differences between PVC and CPVC. Differences Between PVC and CPVC The first C in CPVC stands for Chlorinated.  How much chlorine CPVC has depends on the manufacturer, but it can be…

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Both PVC and CPVC are widely used, but many may be wondering how much does that extra 'C' change things? We will explain the differences between PVC and CPVC. Differences Between PVC and CPVC The first C in CPVC stands for Chlorinated.  How much chlorine CPVC has depends on the…

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Valves are not necessarily the most exciting tool in any toolkit. However, they're not only heroes in their own right but absolutely vital to make any building's management system run smoothly. Knowing what kind of valve you need when you're working with a range of pressure applications is crucial. We…

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The benefits of thermoplastic piping are significant and will turn manufacturing more and more in favor of its use. Features of thermoplastic can produce considerable cost savings while also increasing piping system reliability. This article will discuss a few of the many benefits of using thermoplastic piping systems. Corrosion Resistance…

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Engineers typically have specified various piping materials for compressed air systems. However, recently, aluminum piping has become a popular option for many contractors, architects and engineering firms. There are many benefits of aluminum piping for compressed systems in many different applications, which we will discuss. Aluminum Piping for Compressed Systems Lowering…

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Piping can be recycled and actually make great DIY Projects. With the many different alternative uses of piping the options are endless. Do you need an affordable (yet fun and creative) idea that will keep your kids busy and entertained for a few hours? We will discuss how to create a PVC…

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Piping can be recycled and actually make great DIY Projects. With the many different alternative uses of piping the options are endless. A common alternative use of piping is for everyday use household items. If you are one that has a difficult time keeping your desk organized—pens, pencils, sharpies and…

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Piping can be recycled and actually make great DIY Projects. With the many different alternative uses of piping the options are endless. This article will start with one of the most common alternative uses of piping — gardening. And even with gardening, there are many different ways to go about…

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Hydraulic piping is a very important part of the hydraulic system. Hose pipe flexibility enables components to be positioned inside the most efficient places, because the hose is able to bend all-around corners, through tight places or across long distances. Here is a few things you might want to know…

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An essential component of dependable, great fabrication is thorough quality testing. This testing is essential when the fabrication being referred to includes modern pipes, the stakes are particularly high due to the pipe in question. It is critical that any weak or failure-prone pipes be detected and removed before they…

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PVC is hailed as a wonder substance, and in many ways it is. However , the uses are not endless. PVC has limits, especially in HVAC applications. PVC sometimes makes sense for heating and cooling — other times, it doesn’t. Prior to deciding which material works best to your building…

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