As a manufacturer of both cast iron and plastic plumbing systems, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry is uniquely positioned as a valuable resource when evaluating the right product for a plumbing project.
There isn’t a perfect pipe for all applications, and both PVC and cast iron come with their own advantages and disadvantages.
In the video—Cast Iron Versus Plastics Plumbing System—a Charlotte Pipe associate breaks down tips for both materials to help make the decision between cast iron and plastic as clear and simple as possible, including:
- Maximum working temperature
- Thermal expansion
- Sound attenuation
- Maintenance
- Underground installation
- Hanger/spacing failure
- Combustibility and use in plenum area
All of these factors are important when it comes to specifying materials for DWV applications.
To learn more, watch the video on Charlotte Pipe’s YouTube page.
To learn more about the company’s approach to value engineering and the role of hybrid plumbing systems, visit Charlotte Pipe’s blog, Behind the Pipe.
