Are you preparing to create a piping system? Trying to figure out what type of pipe, fittings, couplings, or pipe joints are best for the application at hand? Have you thought about utilizing groove cut pipe to get the job done? Cut grooving for pipe as it is often referred to, is a process where a groove is cut into the pipe so the wall will be smooth; thereby allowing whatever is being transported to pass without being obstructed. This in combination with grooved end fittings and grooved pipe couplings are used for creating grooved piping systems.
Are you working in an area that is prone to earthquake activity? Groove cut piping systems are highly recommended when designing a piping systems in seismic conditions. Why is this? One of the main benefits provided by a grooved piping connection is it’s ability to reduce vibration. When an earthquake occurs, very strong vibrations occur within the ground, which is where many water or oil piping systems reside.
With a typical piping system in which welding or soldering is used, strong vibrations can cause connection points to crack or break. If a grooved piping system is used, vibration can be reduced which then reduces the risk for cracks or breaks that create leaks within your piping system.
2. Fire ProtectionHaving a fire protection system is a must for commercial or industrial buildings in order to meet fire code regulations. It is important to ensure that these systems, such as overhead sprinklers, are always working in case of an emergency. Groove cut piping systems have become more and more popular in fire protection applications. The fact that grooved fittings or couplings do no need to be connected via welding. Over time, welded or soldered seams can break down and connections within the piping system can start to fail. To eliminate the risk of failed or broken seams, contractors have faithfully begun to use groove cut piping systems for fire protection applications.
When utilizing grooved cut fittings, couplings, or pipe for mining applications there are many benefits. Compared to other piping materials, selecting groove cut material can reduce your application cost up to 50%. Mining is an industry that brings in millions and millions of dollars across the country. In an industry that large, it is important to avoid or reduce down time as much as possible. With groove piping systems, maintenance and repairs are done much quicker, eliminating the long down time that would be required to re-weld or re-solder other materials. Also, without the need for welding, groove cut joints are able to expand and contract during temperature changes without breaking seams or welded connections.
Whether used for transporting material across the ocean, or providing a fun filled cruise for families, ships are used everyday. Inside the walls of a ship are tons and tons of piping systems. Some for water, some for fuel, and others for fire protection. These piping systems if not repaired quickly in the event of a broken or burst pipe can cause major problems, some of which can end catastrophically. Short repair time is a necessity to ensure the safety of all people or materials on the ship. How do you know if a pipe in a ship is about to break or burst? You don’t…until it happens. With that being said, groove cut piping systems are important as they provide reduced maintenance times of up to 66%.
Power generation applications contain many forms. Furthermore nuclear, gas, or coal are just a few that require durable piping systems to create a safe and efficient transfer of power. Sometimes with power generation you may not be able to create a straight shot piping system. Groove cut piping supplies allow you to create a versatile piping system and maneuver around any obstacles that may come about. Once again, cost is reduced, repair time is reduced, and installation is quicker when using grooved piping systems. All of which, are very important in power generation applications.
As you can see there are a number of applications for grooved piping systems with cut groove pipe, grooved cut fittings and couplings etc. The pros at Detroit nipple works can help with questions and put together an order that will fit your particular application.
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