Pipe Fittings
Pipe Fitting
Schillco – The top choice of businesses for pipe fabrication and fitting in the five boroughs of New York.
All HVAC piping needs from welded condenser water to complete refrigerant piping. Schillco pipe fitters can master any task. Our experienced professionals have helped a variety of businesses with their pipe fitting needs. We excel at welded pipe, IPS pipe, grooved pipe, brazed/solder, copper piping, PVC and CPVC.
Different Processes Involved In Pipe Fitting
The pipe fabrication process is different for different industries and depends upon their fluid transportation needs. While steel is the most commonly used material for pipes in a variety of industrial applications, it may not be the best fit for every scenario. There are multiple options among steel pipes, each with its own physical properties like corrosion resistance and different cost implications. Cast and ductile iron is used for sewer and stormwater systems. Copper and PVC pipes are also used in various industries.
The choice of the material and the fabrication process are just as important as choosing the right pipe fitter for the job. Seamless pipes might be costlier than welded pipes, but they might be the perfect operational choice for a business.
Pipe fitting is just as rich a topic as pipe fabrication and various materials used for making pipes. And if you are hiring pipefitters or getting custom fittings made for your pipes, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the process. It’s also important to note that pipe fitters need certification for certain processes, including:
Brazing
The process of using a molten filler material to join two pipes of the same or different materials is called brazing. The filler is called brazing material. Brass is quite commonly used but only where corrosion resistance is not a major issue. The difference between brazing and TIG welding is that in brazing, the metal of the pipe doesn't melt; only the brazing material does.
Torch Use / Soldering
When fitting copper, the pipe fitters may have to use blow torches (usually fueled by a single gas like propane) to solder two pipes together. The flame is not high enough for steel pipes.
Welding
Pipes of various materials, including but not limited to steel and iron, can be welded together using one of many welding techniques. If the pipe fitter is properly trained and follows the best practices, they may even be able to weld pipes to fit them together or strengthen a fitting while they are still carrying the fluids (even inflammable ones).
Threading
Another way to make two pipes fit together is to thread their exterior. It allows the pipe to acclimate a fitting more easily.
Grooving
Grooving pipes to make them fit together is done in two ways. The most common type is roll grooving, in which nothing is cut out from the pipe, so it produces minimal waste. Using the appropriate tool, a groove is pressed near the end of a pipe. The concept of cutting a groove is similar, but it produces a lot of waste.
These are just some of the processes associated with pipe fitting. Flanges are also quite commonly used to join pipes together in various industries, especially when a relatively intricate piping network is required. A good pipe fitter will follow the best practices and guidelines when it comes to tightening and torques when bolding flanges together.
Schillco Pipe Fabrication & Fitting Services
Schillco offers both pipe fabrication and fitting services. We have a team of well-trained and experienced fabricators that can modify your pipes and create pipe fittings specific to your needs. We have worked with various industries in Nassau County and Suffolk County; in fact, all five boroughs in New York, and we understand the specific needs of a wide variety of businesses.
With both fabrication and fitting, our goal is more than just adhering to the minimum compliance standards. We help our clients create piping networks that last for years (with proper maintenance) and ensure that the potential of leaks and spills, and consequently accidents and business interruption is as low as possible.
Why Schillco Pipe Fitting Is The Right “Fit” For Your Business
At Schillco, we believe that our customer’s success is our success, and whatever pipe fitting project we take on, we make sure to go above and beyond the customer's expectations. There are several reasons why we are a compelling choice for most businesses in the five boroughs:
Experienced Pipe Fitters
We have a team of experienced and certified pipe fitters that are well-versed in best industry practices and rapidly adapt to new technologies and tools. This allows us to stay ahead of the curve.
High-Quality Tools
When it comes to the relatively dangerous task of pipe fitting, where our fitters have to work on high-pressure systems, and with dangerous materials, we only rely on the best, premium quality tools.
Diverse Expertise
Our experience with a variety of industries has allowed us to broaden our knowledge in both fabrication and fitting. This allows us to offer unique and sometimes unconventional solutions to complex problems our clients might be facing.
A Well-Equipped Workshop
Like the tools our fitters use on the jobs, our fabrication workshop is equipped with some of the best-in-class tools. We also have a comprehensive range of tools, so everything is completed under one roof.
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