Steam: Carbon Steel Pipe
Steam is one of the oldest forms of energy used in industry, yet remains one of the least...
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Manufactured as welded or seamless, and in a variety of wall thicknesses, (Light, Standard,...
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Benefit of Material to Systems Application
Carbon steel pipe is the most common material used for steam systems. Price comparisons to other materials are rarely necessary since other materials are rarely used. It is available in a wide range of sizes and lengths. Its high tensile strength and internal pressure ratings make it ideal for even the highest pressure steam systems. As the most common material used in the mechanical contracting industry, joining and installation techniques are well known by pipefitters.
System Application and Material Usage
Carbon steel’s combination of mechanical properties and characteristics continue to make it a first choice for steam applications. A key advantage to steel is its ability to be rolled, formed, bent or fabricated, allowing it to be manufactured into various sizes, shapes, and configurations. The elongation properties of steel allow it to withstand stresses and strains without bursting under shocks from surges, water hammer and other man-made disturbances. Longer lengths enable faster and more economical installations. Numerous flushing chemicals as well as other chemical treatments are available to ensure corrosion free service in steam systems.
Steel pipe is available in a variety of wall thicknesses. The system working pressure and pipe joining method will determine the required pipe wall thickness for each application. Steel pipe may be installed for steam systems using a variety of joining methods including grooved, welded, flanged, threaded and other mechanical joining methods.
Manufacturers and Suppliers Participating in OPUS
ANVIL International
- Anvil International offers a full line of domestically-produced iron fittings, steel nipples,......
(click for details) F.W. Webb Company
- F.W. Webb Company is a multi-faceted distributor of plumbing and heating, HVAC and controls,......
(click for details) Ferguson
- Ferguson specializes in providing PVF, Plumbing, HVAC and Related Specialty Products and......
(click for details) Galloup Company
- J.O. Galloup Company is a premier distributor of commercial and industrial piping products,......
(click for details) Hajoca Corporation
- Founded in 1858, the Hajoca Corporation is the largest privately owned wholesale distributor of......
(click for details) Jomar Valve
- Founded in 1966 by former Navy Commander Joseph Martin, Jomar Valve set out to change the way......
(click for details) Metraflex Company
- For over 55years Metraflex has met the needs of the contractor. The MetraLoop, a flexible pipe......
(click for details) MORSCO
- MORSCO is a leading U.S. distributor of commercial and residential plumbing, HVAC, and PVF, with......
(click for details) Mueller Industries, Inc.
- Mueller Industries, Inc. is the leading U.S. manufacturer of copper tube, copper fittings and......
(click for details) Team Industries, Inc.
- Team Industries, Inc. offers a 3000# Generation III and 3000# Generation IV (hydraulically......
(click for details) The Commonwealth Group
- The Commonwealth Group is the industry’s newest, 100-percent member owned, $8.5......
(click for details) Tri Tool Inc.
- Tri Tool Inc. designs and manufactures cutting and prepping tools for pipe and tube from .12 to......
(click for details) Viega
- Founded in 1899, Viega manufactures and distributes the highest quality plumbing, heating and......
(click for details) Weldbend Corporation
- Weldbend Corporation is a manufacturer of carbon steel welding fittings and forged steel......
(click for details) Winsupply
- WinWholesale, Inc. is comprised of over 525 wholesale distribution locations. Along with Noland......
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