U.S. Pipe Highlights Ductile Iron Sustainability and Durability

Jess Hall, a Sales Engineer at U.S. Pipe, discussed the use of ductile iron pipe in a circular economy, noting that U.S. Pipe manufactures its pipe using over 90% recycled scrap, three-quarters of which is post-consumer material. Hall also presented results from a wildfire test showing that an HDSS restrained joint survived 45 minutes at 1,500°F while maintaining 500 psi with no leaks. The discussion also covered life cycle cost comparisons between ductile iron and PVC over a 100-year design life.

The presentation provides technical specifications and sustainability metrics for ductile iron pipe, which is supplied by U.S. Pipe, a Quikrete company, to the water and wastewater industries. These findings offer industry benchmarks regarding product longevity and environmental impact.