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Issues with Ordinary (Non-SML) Cast Iron Pipes in Building Drainage: The Need for Repair
While cast iron pipes are expected to have a lifespan of up to 100 years, those in millions of homes in regions like Southern Florida have failed in as little as 25 years. The reasons for this accelerated degradation are weather conditions and environmental factors. Repairing these pipes can be v...Read more -
DINSEN® Cast Iron TML Pipe and Fittings
Casting quality TML pipes and fittings made from cast iron with flake graphite in accordance with DIN 1561. Benefits Robustness and high corrosion protection thanks to the high-quality coating with zinc and epoxy resin distinguish this TML product range from RSP®. Couplings Single or double-screw...Read more -
DINSEN® Cast Iron BML Pipe and Fittings
BML (MLB) Pipes for Bridge Drainage Systems BML stands for “Brückenentwässerung muffenlos” – German for “Bridge drainage socketless”. BML pipes and fittings casting quality: cast iron with flake graphite in accordance with DIN 1561. DINSEN® BML bridge drainage pipes are designed to me...Read more -
DINSEN® Cast Iron KML Pipe and Fittings
KML Pipes for Grease-Containing or Corrosive Wastewaters KML stands for Küchenentwässerung muffenlos (German for “kitchen sewage socketless”) or Korrosionsbeständig muffenlos (“corrosion-resistant socketless”). KML pipes and fittings casting quality: Cast iron with flake graphite in accordance wi...Read more -
EN 877 Epoxy-Coated Cast Iron Pipe Adhesion Test
The Cross-Cut test is a simple and practical method for evaluating the adhesion of coatings in single or multi-coat systems. At Dinsen, our quality inspection staff uses this method to test the adhesion of epoxy coatings on our cast iron pipes, following the ISO-2409 standard for accuracy and rel...Read more -
Properties, Advantages and Applications of Ductile Iron
Ductile iron, also known as spheroidal or nodular iron, is a group of iron alloys with a unique microstructure that gives them high strength, flexibility, durability, and elasticity. It contains over 3 percent carbon and can be bent, twisted, or deformed without breaking, thanks to its graphite f...Read more -
Properties, Advantages and Applications of Gray Cast Iron
Gray cast iron is the raw material used in SML cast iron pipes. It’s a type of iron found in castings, known for its grey appearance due to graphite fractures in the material. This unique structure comes from the graphite flakes formed during the cooling process, resulting from the carbon c...Read more -
Pipe Fittings: Introduction to Different Types of Pipe Fittings
There are various types of pipe fittings in each pipe systems, serving different purposes. Elbows/Bends (Normal/Large Radius, Equal/Reducing) Used to connect two pipes, so to make the pipeline turn certain angle for changing the fluid flow direction. • Cast Iron SML Bend (88°/68°/45°/30°/15°) ...Read more -
Pipe Fittings: An Overview
Pipe fittings are essential components in both residential and industrial piping systems. These small but crucial parts can be made from various materials such as steel, cast iron, brass alloys, or metal-plastic combinations. While they might differ in diameter from the main pipe, it’s cruc...Read more -
Introduction to BSI and Kitemark Certification
BSI (British Standards Institute), founded in 1901, is a leading international standardization organization. It specializes in developing standards, providing technical information, product testing, system certification, and commodity inspection services. As the world’s first national stand...Read more -
Recycling and Beneficial Use of Foundry Byproducts in Metal Casting
The metal casting process generates a variety of byproducts during casting, finishing, and machining. These byproducts can often be reused onsite, or they can find new life through offsite recycling and reuse. Below is a list of common metal casting byproducts and their potential for beneficial r...Read more -
Advantages of Cast Iron Piping: Strong Mechanical Properties and Anti-Corrosion
The DINSEN® cast iron pipe system complies with the European standard EN877 and has a wide range of advantages： 1. Fire safety 2. Sound protection 3. Sustainability – Environmental protection and long life 4. Easy to install and maintain 5. Strong mechanical properties 6. Anti-...Read more