June 2026

Choosing the right pipe fittings for a malleable iron piping system is more than just matching the threads on the pipe and selecting a fitting from the correct pressure rating. The environment in which the piping system will be installed is the key to selecting the correct pipe fittings. Whether the...

Automatic fire sprinkler systems are designed and selected based on a number of key factors including building type, building occupancy and fire risk. Warehouses, hospitals, hotels and offices for example all present a number of different challenges when designing an effective fire protection system....

Malleable iron pipe fittings are often used in Fire Protection Systems, Water Supply Systems, Industrial Pipe Work and Fire Fighting Systems. The fact that a Pipe Fitting is made from Malleable Iron does not automatically mean that it is reliable. The fitting’s reliability is also greatly dependent upon...

A fire sprinkler system is comprised of several components, all of which have been engineered to ensure that the system can distribute water throughout a facility in a short amount of time in the event of an emergency. Pipe nipples are among the many parts used in fire sprinkler systems. A pipe nipple...

Let me tell you why a Chinese fire protection supplier packed a container of pipe fittings, flew 12,000 kilometers, and set up a booth in Johannesburg. It was not for the winter sun. It was to meet you. I am from Fluid Tech Group. Last week, we stood at BIG5 Construct South Africa 2026 – Hall 4, Booth...

Malleable iron pipe fittings play a critical role in the safety, reliability and efficiency of fire protection systems. For the contractor engaged in installation of complex fire protection systems, the selection of the correct type of fitting is critical in ensuring compliance with relevant standards,...

Selection of appropriate fire sprinkler heads is critical to effective protection using fire protection systems. There are a variety of fire sprinkler heads used in different types of buildings. Here are the key factors that need to be taken into account by design professionals when selecting fire sprinkler...

Malleable iron pipe fittings find common use in fire protection systems. They also serve plumbing networks well. Gas distribution lines depend on them often. HVAC setups gain from these parts. Industrial piping jobs make solid use of them. Their toughness, power, and low cost explain this wide appeal....