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St. Louis Pipe Supply attends Tube Show Dusseldorf
April 04, 2012 in Industry Trends, News & Articles by Tim Walshauser
Galvanized Steel Pipe: Your Best Defense Against Rust
January 25, 2012 in Blog, News & Articles, Pipe by Tim Walshauser
Corroding pipes, pipe fitters and valves can create extra, unnecessary costs for new supplies and reconstruction. Instead of having to replace pipes and fittings often, try to increase the longevity of your products by using galvanized steel pipe in your next project.
Galvanizing pipe supplies can be done by a process called hot-dipping. This is a process where pipe made of steel, aluminum or iron is layered with a hot coat of zinc for extra protection from rust and corrosion. Before contacting galvanized pipe suppliers and beginning your project right away, read over a few of these brief facts to provide yourself with the knowledge about pricing and specific benefits of galvanized steel pipe. …
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Chrome Pipe Suppliers for Unbeatable Design and Functionality
January 18, 2012 in Blog, News & Articles, Pipe by Tim Walshauser
When developing your next industrial pipe project, it’s important to think about not only the type of metal you’re choosing to use, but any elements or material that can combined with type of metal to deliver a specific result.
Chrome is an element often times looked over when it comes to pipe projects. However, commonly used in the automobile industry, it’s aesthetic characteristics make it a very popular design element. For many residential pipe projects, the aesthetic of the material may be something you want to take into considerations, but even better, it has important qualities that can save you time, money and resources. Lets take a deeper look into what you should consider before contacting chrome pipe distributors for your next residential or commercial project. …
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Powerful Characteristics of Carbon Steel Pipe Fittings & Valves
January 11, 2012 in Blog, News & Articles, Pipes Valves and Fittings, Valves and Fittings by Tim Walshauser
When deciding which type of material to use for an industrial project, it’s important to first consider the magnitude and scale of the task, what type of liquid or gas the pipes will be carrying and the longevity of structure. Once that has been established, you can then answer questions to what type of metal to use for the piping.
For example, due to its strength and versatility, steel is one of the most popular materials used for pipe and pipe fittings. Even better, different material, like carbon or chrome, can be added to steel to obtain a specific desired effect. Here are a few reasons why it may be beneficial to invest in carbon steel pipe fittings and valves for your next commercial project. …
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Types of Industrial Pipe and Steel Pipe Fittings
December 14, 2011 in Blog, Manufacturing, News & Articles, OCTG, Pipe, Pipes Valves and Fittings, Valves and Fittings by Tim Walshauser
Industrial pipe and steel pipe fittings come in all shapes, sizes and material. For years they have been mixed with other substances for improved strength and durability, depending on the specific purpose. Because of its high heat resistance, it is typically used in projects that involve flammable gases. Here are a few different types of industrial pipe and steel fittings and a little advice on how to choose your supplier.
Types of Industrial Steel Pipe: …
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Power Gen 2011
December 13, 2011 in Blog, News & Articles by Tim Walshauser
Here is a picture of our booth from Power Gen 2011 Las Vegas.
A Guide to Finding the Right Valve and Fittings Supply
December 07, 2011 in Blog, News & Articles, Pipes Valves and Fittings, Valves and Fittings by Tim Walshauser
When searching for an industrial valve and fitting supplier, you need to keep in mind the type of project needs that will need to be met. You’ll need to know the specific type of metal used in the making of the valves as well as size and shape. Once you’ve made those vital decisions, you can then compare price and decide on an international or domestic supplier.
Carbon, Chrome & Cast Iron: What’s the Difference? …
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Galvanized Steel Pipe and Pipe Fitters: Common Questions
November 30, 2011 in Blog, News & Articles, Pipe, Pipes Valves and Fittings by Tim Walshauser
Galvanization is the process of adding a layer of zinc to steel, aluminum or iron in order to protect the material from rusting. Typically, this is done by the process of hot-dipping. Here, the metal gets completed coated in a very hot layer of zinc. The end result is a pipe or pipe fitter that is best protected from rust. Here are a few questions you may want to ask galvanized pipe suppliers. …
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St. Louis Pipe and Supply is a Proud Sponsor of Oliva Racing
November 23, 2011 in News & Articles by Tim Walshauser
If you are familiar with the National Championship Racing Association (NCRA) and its drivers and supporters, you may also be familiar with the Oliva Racing Team. For the last 12 years, Oliva Racing has placed in the top 10. Driver Alan Oliva has finished 8 times in the top 5 and has had two first-place finishes.
Racing since the age of 15, Oliva has accumulated years of experience as a driver. He is now one of the most known drivers in the states of Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Kansas and Iowa, taking the South by storm and working his way up through the Midwestern region.
Racing isn’t just about talent, ability and fast driving, but it takes expertise, knowledge and strategy. Oliva is the owner of two racing cars. One car is powered by racing fuel and the other methanol. Often times it’s the track that determines which car he drives as one does well on a dry course and the other works well on a wet track.
His knowledge about cars doesn’t end there. Alan Oliva owns a company called Alan Automotive out of Moore, OK, and offers services such as exhaust repairs.
There is no doubt that Oliva is a talented racer with a drive and passion for the sport, but that’s not the only reason we chose to sponsor him. St. Louis Pipe and Supply has close family ties with the Oliva family and we’ve been showing him our support for years. Our very own staff helps work in the pit crew and helps find replacement parts and fuel to carry him through his races for the win – and he’s a fun driver to watch!
Please check out Smiley’s Racing for more information on products and the top stories in racing news. If you’re interested in getting involved with a sponsorship or helping us sponsor the Oliva Racing Team, contact Tim Walshauser, VP:
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St. Louis Pipe & Supply
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Industrial Pipe Fittings and Industrial Pipes
November 16, 2011 in Blog, News & Articles, Valves and Fittings by Tim Walshauser
Industrial pipes are used for many purposes. From electric power and chemical to shipbuilding, they can help support and transfer various gas and liquids through commercial application. With most supplies in the industrial pipe industry, it’s important to find strong, durable and anti-corrosive materials. Here are a few types and descriptions of industrial pipes and industrial pipe fittings:
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