Valves are the component most taken for granted in the PVF (pipes, valves, and fittings) industry. In reality, they serve as the crucial control points that regulate the flow, pressure, and direction of fluids through pipelines. Whether in oil and gas, chemical processing, or water treatment, valves are essential for ensuring that operations run smoothly…
Importance Of Xylan-Coated Bolts In the world of industrial hardware, the choice between Xylan (Xylan 1424) coated bolts and plain bolts can significantly impact the longevity, safety, and efficiency of various applications. We know it can get confusing with so many different specs in PVF to shed light on the distinctive features of Xylan coated…
Through the years you’ve read our PVF supply vlogs where we answer a lot of the questions our customers ask us. Some are simple questions about products such as the difference between ERW pipe and seamless steel pipe. Other questions are a bit more complex such as how environmental compliance in heavily regulated states such…
A: First, you should do a visual inspection of your steel pipe. The mill stencils these specifications on the side of the pipe where you can read if it’s ERW or seamless. We also provide our customers with mill test reports that will state whether or not the pipe is seamless or welded. If…
A: The chemical makeup is very similar however, the biggest difference between A53 and A106 is pipe meeting the A106 standard can only be seamless. Pipe meeting the A53 standard can be seamless or welded. So, in our industry, typically A53 refers to ERW and A106 refers to seamless pipe. In the world of steel…
A: In short, yes—seamless pipe has a better pressure capacity and its overall strength is stronger than ERW. When you’re sourcing steel pipe for your project you need to determine what kind of steel pipe you need. Whether it’s being used on an oil rig, in a nuclear power plant, or a desalination plant—there’s a…
A: We provide all grades of pipe including A53—seamless and welded. A106 as well as all of your high-yield, higher tensile pipes— all of your X grade pipes. We also provide duplex and super-duplex— stainless steel and 304, 316, 317—seamless and welded pipe. Pipe is a very broad term that encompasses many variations of tubular…
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