Stray electrical currents can be present in water service lines and may cause issues in the metallic piping systems, including shock hazards for field personnel and accelerated corrosion of water distribution system components.
Plumbing valves are used as fluid (liquid, air, gas) control devices which are usually located in a piping system at points other than outlets.
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Submersible pumps are an effective solution for transferring water from well systems to its destination inside a structure or home.
An inline ball valve can be utilized on a natural gas meter set as a riser/meter valve positioned pre-regulator. This valve is used to shut off the flow of gas to the riser for maintenance of any kind and must conform to ASME B16.33.
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Plumbing is a cornerstone of modern civilization, providing us with the means to deliver clean water and dispose of waste efficiently.
A.Y. McDonald’s newest innovation, called the TITAN™ Swing Connect Saddle, leaves conventional saddles in the dust. Unlike regular saddles with loose bolts that are easily lost or damaged, our TITAN™ Swing Connect Saddle is available with a TITAN™ bolt that comes pre-attached on a pivoting joint.
Natural gas has achieved a remarkable milestone in power generation, setting a new record during a recent major heatwave that impacted much of the United States.
The corporation stop is the initial control valve of the service line as it is the first valve off of the main. The sole purpose is to allow for the installation of a new water service line without interrupting the water main pressure.
Maintaining the integrity and functionality of a structure requires careful attention to water and waste management. This makes sump, sewage, and effluent pumps indispensable components for many buildings.
When dealing with natural gas, safety is always a top concern. The purpose of the natural gas meter set is to provide a home or building access to this resource in a safe and efficient manner. The meter set includes many parts, such as natural gas valves and meter bars.
Whether you’re showering at home, preparing food at a restaurant, washing dishes at an apartment complex, or even manufacturing spirits at a distillery, no structure is immune to poor water pressure.
Standards provide people and organizations with a basis for mutual understanding and are used as tools to facilitate communication, measurement, commerce, and manufacturing.
Valves are very important devices that control and direct the flow of fluid or gas by opening and closing various passageways. In the natural gas distribution industry, gas valves are specifically used to control the gas flow within a structure and are considered the primary shut off for meter service.
Jet pumps are considered a popular type of pump used for private well systems and low flow irrigation applications. This solution is popular in areas with high water tables and warm climates.
Water works parts are responsible for providing a home/building access to the public water supply. The water service lateral itself includes any water service part, from the water main to the water meter. One of these solutions involves the service fitting.
The water supply distribution system consists of pipelines that help get water and wastewater from point A to B. Purging air from the pipeline is necessary because trapped air significantly reduces pump and/or pipeline efficiency and life.
Many people in North America rely on natural gas to cook, clean, and heat their home. As a staple to our everyday life, the natural gas meter set helps distribute this resource to the structure. The meter set is made of many parts but, when it comes to servicing the meter itself, the meter bar plays a crucial role.
When you open a spigot in a home or building, you expect water to flow at a certain pressure. How water pressure is controlled within a structure greatly depends on how this resource is obtained.
When planning out one’s next outdoor project, the preferred process of providing natural gas or propane to certain outdoor appliances must be taken into consideration.
North America’s water infrastructure consisted primarily of lead-based service lines just a century ago, which is exactly how old many of the country’s underground pipes are.
Measuring and recording water usage with a meter is essential to the function of a water service lateral. These devices sit between the main supply line and the structure, measuring usage accurately.
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