Technical Guides
Thermal Expansion of Stainless Pipe: Allowances for Long Runs
Are you designing a long-run piping system and worried about the hidden forces of nature? The immense stress from thermal expansion in…
Pickling & Passivation: Preventing Weld Decay in 304/316 Pipe
Have you ever seen a stainless steel pipe system fail prematurely, especially around the welds? This unexpected corrosion can halt operations and…
Electropolishing vs Mechanical Polishing for Sanitary Tubes
Are you struggling to decide on the right surface finish for your sanitary tubing? The choice between electropolishing and mechanical polishing can…
Non-Destructive Testing Methods: A Guide to PMI, Eddy Current, and Ultrasonic Testing
Are you concerned that undetected material flaws could compromise your project’s integrity and safety? A single incorrectly graded pipe or a microscopic…
Schedule 40 vs Schedule 80: How to Choose Wall Thickness
Are you struggling to decide between Schedule 40 and Schedule 80 pipes for your project? The wrong choice can lead to catastrophic…
Pharmaceutical-Grade Tubing: ISO 14644 & GMP Compliance Explained
Are you navigating the complex web of pharmaceutical manufacturing standards? The risk of non-compliance, leading to contamination, costly batch recalls, and severe…
Surface Finish Codes: No.4, 2B, BA – Which for Decorative Tubing?
Are you finding yourself lost in a sea of technical codes when specifying stainless steel tubing? Choosing the wrong surface finish can…
CE-PED Certification for Pressure Equipment: Pipe Supplier Checklist
Are you struggling to break into the European market for pressure equipment? The Pressure Equipment Directive (CE-PED) certification can often feel like…
Hydrostatic vs Pneumatic Pressure Testing Standards (ASTM A999)
Are you facing the critical decision of how to validate the integrity of your stainless steel pipes? The choice between hydrostatic and…
CE-PED Certification for Pressure Equipment: Pipe Supplier Checklist
Struggling to navigate the complex requirements of the European market for pressure equipment? Sourcing components like stainless steel pipes without the proper…
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