Hayward Pipe News
Hayward Pipe News is your go-to source for the latest updates, product insights, and practical guidance from Hayward Pipe & Supply. This blog covers technical topics, including material grade comparisons, flange and valve specifications, piping component selection, installation tips, and industry trends, to help professionals make informed decisions on the job. Stay informed with clear, concise content designed to support engineers, contractors, and maintenance teams working with industrial piping systems.
Choosing the right pipe connection is crucial for industrial piping, affecting installation, leak prevention, and maintenance. This guide covers six widely used types: Threaded, Flanged, Butt Weld, Socket Weld, Grooved, and Press Fit, detailing their applications, pros, and cons to help you make informed decisions for your system.
Wayland Industries offers top-tier stainless steel sanitary fittings, valves, tubing, and accessories. Meeting strict 3-A standards with 304/316L materials, their complete range ensures hygienic performance for food, pharma, and dairy processing. With new 5" tubing and strategic warehousing, Wayland delivers precision and cleanliness for critical applications.
Nickel alloy piping systems offer exceptional resistance to corrosion, high temperatures, and mechanical stress, making them vital for demanding industries like chemical processing, aerospace, and marine applications. Available in various forms, these alloys provide long-term performance, safety, and reliability where standard steels fail.
Explore ASME B16.5, the key standard for pipe flanges. This guide covers common flange types (Weld Neck, Slip-On, Blind), diverse material grades (carbon, stainless, alloy steel), pressure classes, and crucial facing types. Make informed selections for robust and safe piping systems.
Navigating domestic sourcing rules like Buy American, Buy America, DFARS, AIS, and BABA is crucial for government, infrastructure, and defense projects. This post clarifies the distinct legal and compliance requirements, helping engineers and buyers make informed decisions and avoid costly errors. Understanding these regulations is key to successful project execution.
This post breaks down the key differences between ASTM A106 Grade B and ASTM A53 Grade B Type S seamless carbon steel pipes. While A106 is ideal for high-temperature and high-pressure service with stricter testing, A53 is for general-purpose, ambient conditions. However, many pipes today meet both specifications, offering versatile performance.
Cushion strut clamps are essential for industrial systems, securing pipes, tubes, and conduits while isolating vibration and reducing noise. This post explores their construction, purpose, and key benefits, including vibration damping, corrosion protection, and accommodating thermal expansion. Discover how these versatile supports enhance system longevity and performance.
Class 800 gate valves are essential for high-pressure industrial systems, providing reliable isolation. This post details their functionality, materials, design variations, and common applications in oil & gas, chemical processing, and power generation. Engineered from forged steel, they meet rigorous standards for demanding environments, ensuring safety and efficiency.
The globe valve has been a critical component in fluid control for over a century. Known for reliability, durability, and precision throttling, it's widely used across industries from energy to water treatment. This post explores its origin, evolution, features, and modern applications, cementing its role as a cornerstone of industrial valve technology.
Wye strainers are crucial mechanical filters that protect fluid handling systems. They remove debris, safeguarding pumps and valves, extending equipment life, reducing downtime, and ensuring reliable, cost-effective operations. Explore their function, diverse applications, material options, and essential maintenance tips for optimal performance.
Anvil International, now part of ASC Engineered Solutions, boasts over 150 years of defining quality and innovation in pipe support and hangers. From its origins as Grinnell Co. to modern engineered systems, Anvil provides trusted solutions for contractors, engineers, and specifiers, meeting critical standards and offering comprehensive solutions for diverse projects.
Since 1966, Jomar Valve has been a leader in engineered valve solutions, renowned for high-quality, certified ball valves. Blending American ingenuity with Italian manufacturing excellence, Jomar offers innovative brass and bronze ball valves for plumbing, HVAC, industrial, and gas applications. Trusted for performance and reliability, Jomar continues to deliver superior valve technology.