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Precision Piping and Pump Installation Calls for Planning and Creativity

PC Construction

The early phases made space for the new pump station work, which featured new structural steel framing and an elevated operating floor slab, installation of 24-inch and 48-inch suction pipe and discharge lines and four 800-horsepower vertical turbine high-lift pumps. My piping crew and I are extremely proud of this work.

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HEAT FUSING POLYPROPYLENE PIPE DETAILED IN NEW ASTM F3722 STANDARD

Civil + Structural Engineer

Guidance for Techniques Proven in Pressure Piping Systems During Decades of Use IRVING, Texas The Plastics Pipe Institute, Inc. PPI) has announced the publication of the new ASTM F3722 Standard Practice for Heat Fusion Joining of Polypropylene (PP) Pipe and Fittings by ASTM International. According to Lance MacNevin, P.

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What’s the Difference Between a Chimney Flue and a Flue Pipe? A Simple Guide for UK Homeowners

UK Construction Blog

The post Whats the Difference Between a Chimney Flue and a Flue Pipe? When youre planning to install a wood burning stove or update an existing fireplace, youll quickly encounter two important terms: chimney flue and flue pipe. What Is a Flue Pipe? A flue pipe is the connector between your stove and the chimney flue.

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NDDU: One stop-shop for trenchless technology

Roads Online

Trenchless technology is important for installing new services, as well as rehabilitating and maintaining existing pipelines and infrastructure, without having to dig multiple trenches, disturbing traffic, business and residential locations. Leading the initiative is Jason Marshall, who joined Pipe Core in 2023 as Chief Executive Officer.

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Commercial Construction: Plumbing Best Practices

CCR Magazine

Overlooking any aspect can lead to serious issues, ranging from water leakage to severe pipe damage. Determine the right materials for pipes and fixtures. Follow strict building codes and safety regulations to ensure the system’s proper installation. Your installations should be entrusted to competent professionals.

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Ribbon Cut on New PurposeEnergy Facility

PC Construction

The 2,600-square-foot, two-story facility, situated on a half-acre site in Middlebury, consists of an anaerobic digester, a generator to produce renewable electricity from digester biogas, and a related building and piping.

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Revolutionizing Commercial Construction with Advanced Plumbing

CCR Magazine

With innovative solutions, you can conquer recurring issues like water leakage, poor pipe installations, or drainage problems in your properties. Leveraging Technology Digital tools for design and planning assist to blueprint large-scale plumbing installations. Your operations depend on a well-functioning plumbing system.