Insert the pipe into the socket and press the gasket. Today marks an exciting and historic change for the mcwane ductile iron pipe companies. Pipe economy 2003 pa complete catalog and reference book for engineers, buyers and users of pipe, fittings, valves and fire hydrants published by mcwane, inc. This catalog provides product information for users of pipe. Mcwane ductile iron pipe companies unite under one name. Below you can find the different joints that mcwane ductile offers for ductile iron pipe. The online piping and usage specification opus tool helps users dynamically evaluate combinations of pipe types, materials, applications and joining methods. For more information on sizing and other specifications, download the submittal sheet located underneath each individual joint. The pipe thruster provides additional push force during the pullback of long pipe strings and plays a key role in the development of new tunnelling and pipeline construction methods. Pipe itself stands for public internet peering exchange. So far the herrenknecht pipe thruster has proven its versatility in serval projects worldwide. Its tubular products group manufactures smaller diameter steel pipe for a. Plus, the data in opus links directly to the worldclass members of mcaas manufacturersupplier council who can provide the materials and methods to make it all work.
Capabilities of mfl inspection in duplex steel pipelines. The instructions are intended and designed to fix this after cutting. In 1995, mcwane bought tyler pipe, a foundry in central texas. The first mcwane foundry, mcwane pipe, was organized in 1921 in birmingham, alabama. Pipe economy catalog 67, a complete catalog and reference book for engineers, buyers, and users of cast iron pipe, valves, hydrants, and.
We promote union construction and union workers as the best available. In 2008 he led the spirit of scotland pipe band to the final of grade 1 at the world pipe band championships after bringing together a group of the worlds top solo pipers and drummers together for a short period of intensive practice. The company manufactures a host of different products including ductile iron pipe and fittings, cast iron soil pipe and fittings, heavy duty couplings, utility poles, network switches and. Ductile iron pipe is a pipe made of ductile iron commonly used for potable water transmission and distribution.
It is a complete catalog and reference book for engineers, buyers and users of pipe, fittings, valves and fire hydrants. Truckload pricing to dealer stock block 7 pressure rated pipe, astm d2241, 20 lengths, gasket bells 1 12 2 2 12 3 4 6 8 10 12. The herrenknecht pipe thruster key innovation in pipeline. Peter pletcher, lincoln electric, usa, writes about. Below is the available product literature for our ductile iron pipe and corresponding joint types.
Ductile iron poles mcwane poles is a product line of mcwane, inc. With an interior diameter thats up to 37 percent larger than pipe made from other materials, ductile iron pipe reduces electricity and pumping costs. The mcwane story a dangerous business frontline pbs. Pipe economy hardcover january 1, 1971 by clow author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Corrosion resistant, for longevity in water and sewage systems, and machinable, for ease in field modifications, ductile iron pipe surpasses its competitors in terms of durability, strength and ductility and is lighter and more costeffective than cast iron. Department of labor said today in a prepared statement.
Mcwane ductile iron pipe is made from up to 95% recycled content and has a lifespan of more than 100 years. Reprinted from world pipelines may 2009 today, oil companies utilise two types of wellheads to manage the production of the sizeable oil and gas fields. The company also provides services such as colocation, telehousing, and fibre networks. The instructions are intended and designed to fix this. Mcwane, one of the largest iron pipe foundry companies in north america, is responsible for multiple employee deaths and violation of safety laws that they believe were accidents. This instructional kit takes outofround out of your construction vocabulary. This section includes the available downloadable tip sheets for our ductile iron pipe and corresponding joint types. Design for seismic events presents a challenging scenario, as it requires a multidisciplinary approach. Osha cites mcwane pipe plant for 38 health, safety violations. The company manufactures a host of different products including ductile iron pipe and fittings, cast iron soil pipe and fittings, heavy duty couplings, utility poles, network switches and monitoring equipment, and related products. Pipe economy a complete catalog and reference book mcwane inc on. Pipe networks also known as pipe is an australian telecommunications company, based in brisbane, queensland. The ftc charged that the three companies, mcwane, inc.
Henry mcwane then set up a subsidiary, mcwane pipe works, to make cast iron pipe and fittings. The ductile iron used to manufacture the pipe is characterized by the spheroidal or nodular nature of the graphite within the iron. Pipe economy a complete catalog and reference book. Division offices the several divisions of mcwane, inc. The pipe thruster is an important step in this direction.
The industry standard for mobile support and information. The mcwane pipe division acquired pacific states cast iron pipe company in 1926 with mcwane as a 50 percent partner, atlantic states cast iron pipe company in 1975, clow water systems company in 1985, and canada pipe company in 1989. Our products are categorized into several business groups. Atlantic states cast iron pipe company 183 sitgreaves street phillipsburg, n. Initial efforts on mcwane poles began in 2007 with research and development of a tapered pole design for centrifugal casting of ductile iron. Here you will find instruments, reeds, music, highlandwear, accessories, gifts and all sorts of other bagpipe related products. Push the gland toward the socket and center it around the pipe with the gland lip against the gasket.
For generations, mcwane has been a global leader in water distribution and infrastructure that are integral to the function and development of plumbing and clean water works systems throughout the world. But mcwane s way of doing business is not the only way, as a comparison with its longtime birmingham competitor, the american cast iron pipe co. Mcwane later joined the american cast iron pipe company, eventually rising to president and establishing innovations in the industry along with worker welfare initiatives. Over the next two years, mcwane cut nearly twothirds of its employees, eliminating quality control and safety inspectors, while maintaining production at prior levels. Today, mcwane ductile continues to supply ductile iron pipe used in water infrastructure found in cities across america.
Contact the general offices listed below for the name of your local representative. Nber workeng ppipe series autoregressive spectrum estimation technique applied to quarterly consumer durables expenditure data warden g. For more information, please contact a marketing and specifications representative. Mcwane was more concerned about productivity and profit and had little care for the well being of their employees.
Its primary business is setting up peering exchanges. Make a normal pushon joint assembly, completely homing the pipe until the first assembly strip is in the bell socket. This catalog provides product information for users of pipe, fittings and valve and fire hydrants. Mcwane is a familyowned company that has been serving customers in the iron and ductile iron industries since 1921. When properly installed, ductile iron pipe can last for more than a century, reducing energy consumption and costs during its long, useful life. Aug 30, 2017 the online piping and usage specification opus tool helps users dynamically evaluate combinations of pipe types, materials, applications and joining methods. Effective immediately, mcwane cast iron pipe company, pacific states cast iron pipe company, atlantic states cast iron pipe company, and clow water systems will operate unified under the. In 2016 the spirit of scotland reformed with roddy at the helm once more, with lead drummer jim kilpatrick. This type of pipe is a direct development of earlier cast iron pipe, which it has superseded.
The national piping centre is the national centre of excellence for bagpipers, and as such top class help is at hand when making purchases. The mcwane pipe economy offers our complete catalog and reference book for engineers and buyers. Mcwane pipe economy this catalog is provided by mcwane, inc. Capabilities of mfl inspection in duplex steel pipelines hendrik aue and werner thale rosen technology and research center germany am seitenkanal 8, 49811 lingen, germany age e. Since its launch in birmingham, mcwane has expanded to cover the united states and has acquired some of the oldest cast iron pipe companies in the united states such as atlantic states cast iron pipe company and clow corporation. Customers should take all steps necessary to confirm the. Its water transmission group is the leading supplier of large diameter, highpressure steel pipe products that are used primarily for water infrastructure in north america. Mcwane produces the finest cast iron pipes that range from 3 to 36 in diameter. Movie a dangerous business revisited mcwane corporation iron pipe company where workers risk their lives due to many criminal violations o 4,600 workers injured since 1995 increase profitability comes fromdisciplined management practice o decreasing the workforce by 23 of the people working there o wouldnt let workers go to the bathroom o over 16 hour days. Defending the rights of legitimate contractors in the competitive marketplace.
Since 1921, mcwanes ductile iron products have safely delivered clean water to countries across the world. Mcwane later joined the american cast iron pipe company, eventually rising to president and establishing innovations. With the pipe rounding instructions you can easily change the shape of the pipe, from the outside, during joint assembly. Our foundries produce products that deliver water and that last for generations. We pursue violators of wage, insurance, licensing and. Pipe economy catalog 67, a complete catalog and reference. Effective immediately, mcwane cast iron pipe company, pacific states cast iron pipe company, atlantic states cast iron pipe company, and clow water systems will operate unified under the new name mcwane ductile.
Red corn bases his debut novel on a reallife series of murders that plagued. Osha cites mcwane pipe plant for 38 health, safety. Ductile iron pipe is built to last, performing in even the. This catalog provides product information for users of. Northwest pipe company manufactures welded steel pipe and other products in two business groups. Pipe flanges and flanged fittings american society of.