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ISCO also recently received the ASME
NA and NPT stamps for
nuclear applications as well as the ASME QSC.
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Currently in the US there are 104 commercial-generating
nuclear units in 30 states, which account for nearly 20%
of US electric production. The need for this essential power source
to remain functioning safely and efficiently is imperative. ISCO
Industries has experience providing piping materials to the nuclear
market for cooling water, plant water and safety-related
applications.
ISCO has the experience necessary to find the right pipe and
fittings for most nuclear projects, as we did at Callaway. We
ensured that the project was done according to the proper
procedure. ISCO provided all HDPE materials, fusion equipment, and
on-site comprehensive training for Callaway employees, inspectors
and contractors.
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ISCO's HDPE (high density polyethylene) pipe is
ideal for transporting granular or slurry solutions, such
as coal ash and gypsum. The advantage of polyethylene in slurry
applications is its wear resistance, which has been shown in
laboratory tests to be three to five times longer than normal or
fine-grained steel pipe at a typical velocity of under 15
ft/sec.
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The reliability of many hydro power plants is dependant
on penstock performance. Corrosion and tuberculation in
commonly used penstock piping materials can cause high maintenance
costs and loss of plant efficiency. Many engineers are now choosing
HDPE as their choice for penstock material. HDPE pipe gives a
leak-free, corrosion-resistant solution that ensures penstock
reliability. HDPE pipe has a long-term Manning n factor of
0.009 and is available in sizes up to 120-inch in diameter.
The following are two hydropower case studies where ISCO
Industries provided materials and services: Alabama
Hydro Plant and the Choloma Hydro
Plant in Guatemala.
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Power companies accross America are adding new renewable
energy such as solar and biomass to their portfolios. Many
of these new facilities are taking advantage of HDPE piping systems
used for decades in fossil power plants. Common uses include
intake/outfall lines, underground fire piping, potable water,
process and waste piping. Minimize the life cycle cost of your
underground piping systems by choosing HDPE from ISCO
Industries.
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The need to minimize government spending is as critical
today as ever. HDPE piping systems provided by ISCO
Industries allow engineers to install safe, minimal cost life cycle
systems that save taxpayer money. Engineers can take advantage of
ISCO's best-in-class quality program where ISCO Industries is the
only ASME HDPE N-stamp holder in the world. This allows ISCO
Industries to supply HDPE pipe and fabricated components to
projects requiring NQA-1 or 10 CFR 50 Appendix B. Join the numerous
military bases, national laboratories, nuclear facilities and many
other government properties in using ISCO Industries piping systems
to meet your potable water, force main, fire protection, process
waste and chilled water needs.
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Natural gas utilities have used medium density
polyethylene (MDPE) piping for the past 25 years to ensure safe,
leak-free delivery in their distribution systems. Natural
gas power plant owners can also enjoy the same reliability for
their underground piping systems by using HDPE provided by ISCO
Industries. Fire protection systems, intake/outfall, potable water,
process and waste piping are typical applications where HDPE can be
used to maximize long-term underground piping performance.
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