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  • Why Do Pipe Foundries Have Seasonal Shut Downs?

    Why Do Pipe Foundries Have Seasonal Shut Downs?

    By McWane Ductile   06/22/2023  In Environmental & Safety Our Company Technical

    Customers will, at times, ask why manufacturing facilities are shut down. Let's face it; we live in an "I want the product, and I want it NOW world," and no one wants to hear about a shutdown. The following #IronStrong Blog, previously published and authored by former McWane Ductile Sales Representative Ben Leonard, will demonstrate what occurs during a shutdown and the main reason for a shutdown which is ultimately “YOU,” the customer.

  • Delivering the Truth About Ductile Iron Pipe Lead Times

    Delivering the Truth About Ductile Iron Pipe Lead Times

    By Chris Williams Scott Frank   06/11/2023  In Our Company Products

    The waterworks and water utility industry were not spared from the shortages of finished products essential to maintaining and expanding drinking water systems nationwide. However, much progress has been made in recent months to improve this situation. This updated Iron Strong Blog of a content piece first posted on March 23, 2023, will discuss McWane Ductile’s current delivery and inventory position to the waterworks community and will correct the persisting misconception that Ductile iron pipe products are currently unattainable.

  • How Do We Combat Heat Stress at McWane Ductile?

    How Do We Combat Heat Stress at McWane Ductile?

    By Shawn McGarry   06/08/2023  In Our Company Products

    There are still a few more weeks before the official start of summer, but hot and humid conditions are already upon us. Because McWane Ductile manufactures Ductile iron products in a foundry environment, ensuring our employees are safe from injury and illness, such as heat stress, is crucial. This #IronStrong Blog describes the stages of heat stress and how McWane Ductile enables employees to combat this hazard within the foundries during seasons with increased temperatures. The tips listed in this blog can also be applied at home and play.

  • What is the McWane Ergo Cup?

    What is the McWane Ergo Cup?

      01/31/2023  In Environmental & Safety Our Company

    Ergonomics is an applied science concerned with designing and arranging objects people use so that people and things interact most efficiently and safely. Reducing the risk of injury through proactive programs is one of the many ways we do our best to improve the ergonomics of the ways we make our products. At McWane Ductile and McWane corporate-wide, health, and safety are the top priority, hence the Ergo Cup.

  • Why Do Co-Op Internships Matter for Students and McWane Ductile?

    Why Do Co-Op Internships Matter for Students and McWane Ductile?

    By Kemery Aichele   09/08/2022  In Careers Our Company

    Hello! My name is Kemery Aichele, and I am the Sales Operations & Marketing Co-Op Intern at McWane Ductile in Coshocton, Ohio, this summer. I am an upcoming senior at Bowling Green State University, working towards a major in Visual Communication Technology, a fancy way of saying photography/videography/digital media, and a minor in Marketing. In this blog, I will talk about the beginning of my internship, what I have learned, what other interns' experiences have been, and if I would recommend this internship opportunity to other students.

  • What Are Six Key Principles to Making Ductile Iron Pipe?

    What Are Six Key Principles to Making Ductile Iron Pipe?

    By Ken Rickvalsky, ENV SP, NACE CT   08/12/2022  In Our Company product

    There are no shortcuts to making good Ductile iron pipe (DI pipe). Built upon fundamentals and protocols developed by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) and the American National Standards Institute came the American Water Works Association standards (AWWA), which govern and judge the consensus fitness of products as produced. These standards strictly govern the dimensions and properties of DI pipe. What separates DI pipe manufacturers is their adherence to these standards and consistent dedication to quality assurance.

  • When and Why Would I Use a Mechanical Joint Lock Joint to Restrain Ductile Iron Pipe?

    When and Why Would I Use a Mechanical Joint Lock Joint to Restrain Ductile Iron Pipe?

    By Clinton CJ Fowler   06/30/2022  In Our Company Products Technical

    When it comes to restraining a water line, what comes to mind? Thrust blocks? Sure Stop 350® Gaskets? (locking gasket), TufGrip™ (wedge-action retainer gland), or maybe the standard default choice, TR Flex®? (Ductile iron restrained joint pipe). There is another option that might not regularly come to mind. It is known as Mechanical Joint Lock Joint or MJLJ for short. We will look at how the joint works, how it is installed, and locations where the MJLJ may be preferred.

  • National Skilled Trades Day – Appreciation of Those Building Iron Strong Pipelines

    National Skilled Trades Day – Appreciation of Those Building Iron Strong Pipelines

    By Carrie Stephens   05/04/2022  In Our Company Technical

    What is National Skilled Trades Day, and what is its importance? National Skilled Trades Day is celebrated on the first Wednesday in May. City Machine Technologies, Inc. founded National Skilled Trades Day to bring awareness to the skilled trades shortage facing the United States. The day also celebrates those who work in the trades, shedding a positive light and celebrating the importance of skilled trades jobs. Many highly skilled workers fill a multitude of careers across our nation, including construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and service industries.

  • How Multiple Events Collided to Affect Ductile Iron Pipe Supply

    How Multiple Events Collided to Affect Ductile Iron Pipe Supply

    By McWane Ductile   04/21/2022  In Our Company Products

    Like many other industries, no one could have predicted the multitude of unrelated events that conspired to cause supply chain issues worldwide. But one thing is for certain in the water and wastewater pipe sector, we have experienced one challenge after another.

  • What Does Diversity Look Like in the Manufacturing Industry?

    What Does Diversity Look Like in the Manufacturing Industry?

    By McWane Ductile   03/08/2022  In Our Company

    Over the years, manufacturing companies have not made as much progress with diversity and inclusion – specifically in recruiting women – like other sectors, but by working together and sharing best practices, we can become more effective in this initiative.

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  • Ceramic-Enhanced Epoxy vs Glass Lining in Ductile Iron Pipe: What Are They & When Should They Be Considered?
    Ceramic-Enhanced Epoxy vs Glass Lining in Ductile Iron Pipe: What Are They & When Should They Be Considered? By Bill Kleczka 09/22/2023  In Comparison Products Technical
  • What's the Difference Between Oxidation and Rust? A Ductile Iron Pipe Point of View
    What's the Difference Between Oxidation and Rust? A Ductile Iron Pipe Point of View By Ken Rickvalsky, ENV SP, NACE CT 09/08/2023  In Products Technical
  • Where Can I Find Videos on Installing Ductile Iron Pipe?
    Where Can I Find Videos on Installing Ductile Iron Pipe? By McWane Ductile 08/11/2023  In Installation Products
  • How to Quickly Check for Proper Gasket Installation in Ductile Iron Pipe
    How to Quickly Check for Proper Gasket Installation in Ductile Iron Pipe By McWane Ductile 07/28/2023  In Installation Products Technical
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