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DUCTILE IRON FITTINGS AND ITS ADVANTAGES
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As per current International standards short bodied Ductile Iron Fittings will wall thickness higher than
pipes as per International standards are available.
Easier Handling : The lower weight facilitates handling at all stages.
Superior Strength :The D.I. fittings have thickness of K12, which is more than the wall thickness of K9 pipes with which these fittings are used. A sound D.I. fitting will never burst and offers a high factor of safety.
Easier
Jointing : With flexible Push-on-Joints or Mechanical Joints, installation is simpler and quicker. Flexible Joints allow variable degree of angular deflection.
Impact Resistance : Ductile Iron being impact resistant, D.I. fittings are unlikely to get damaged during transportation, installation and service.
Close Dimensional Tolerance : The Lost Foam process casting technique ensures proper dimension and proper thickness.
Longer Life : Corrosion resistance of ductile iron is similar to that of cast iron. Inside cement
mortar lining and outside zinc coating enhances the life further.
Total Cost
Economy : Due to lower weights and Jointing by rubber gaskets the total cost
of installation of D.I. fittings is economical. |