Ductile Iron Pipes

GPTKB entity

Properties (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf Pipe
gptkbp:application Irrigation systems
Fire protection systems
Industrial piping
gptkbp:benefits Cost
Weight
Ease of installation
Long service life
Resistance to impact
gptkbp:characteristics Corrosion resistance
Ductility
High tensile strength
gptkbp:coatOfArms Cement mortar lining
Polyethylene encasement
gptkbp:criticalReception Up to 350 psi
gptkbp:diameter 3 inches to 64 inches
gptkbp:distributor Various manufacturers
gptkbp:environmentalImpact Low thermal conductivity
Recyclable material
Low environmental footprint
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures Good seismic performance
gptkbp:hasArea Bend testing
Hydrostatic testing
gptkbp:hasDepartment Good fire resistance
gptkbp:history Developed in the 1940s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ductile Iron Pipes
gptkbp:installation Trenching
Horizontal directional drilling
gptkbp:lifespan 50 to 100 years
gptkbp:maintenance Regular inspection required
Cleaning recommended
gptkbp:market gptkb:North_America
gptkb:Asia-Pacific
Europe
Technological advancements
Global market
Increasing demand
gptkbp:material gptkb:Ductile_Iron
gptkbp:pairing Mechanical joint
Push-on joint
gptkbp:producedBy Casting process
gptkbp:regulates Complies with local standards
Meets safety requirements
gptkbp:safetyFeatures gptkb:ASTM_A746
AWWA C151
gptkbp:sustainability Energy-efficient manufacturing
Sustainable production methods
gptkbp:usedFor Water distribution
Sewage systems