The Main Advantages of ERW Steel Pipe You Need To Know

The Main Advantages of ERW Steel Pipe You Need To Know

ERW pipes, also known as Electric Resistance Welded pipes are manufactured through a welding process in which the edges of the steel strip or plate are heated and fused together under pressure, creating a seamless joint. The welding is performed by passing an electric current through the strip or plate, which generates heat and forms the weld.

These pipes have revolutionized the way we transport fluids and gases with their electrifying energy, impressive strength, and unbeatable efficiency, ERW pipes are the superstars of the piping universe, ready to take your infrastructure to new heights. Known for their high strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness, they are widely used in various industries, including oil and gas, construction, water supply, and plumbing. Furthermore, these pipes come in different sizes and thicknesses to meet specific application requirements.

ERW Pipes owe their success to their uniformity and consistency in terms of wall thickness and diameter. The smooth interior surface facilitates the efficient flow of fluids or gases, and these can be easily fabricated and customised to suit different project needs. These pipes find applications in transporting liquids, such as oil, gas, water, and chemicals, as well as in structural and mechanical applications. They are commonly used for pipelines, casing and tubing, fencing, scaffolding, and various engineering purposes.

5 Advantages of ERW Steel Pipe

• Highly Corrosion Resistance: The pipe became highly corrosion resistant after the heat treatment. With this process, the Sulphur level is also balanced. It is essential at the time of implementing in water conveyance. Another significance of this treatment is to have uniformity in every part of the pipes. The vast implementation of the welded pipes in natural gas and oil transmission pipeline, oil well casing, and also in scaffolding requires damage free consistent material for the process. 

• Highly Durable: To manufacture the ERW pipes, steel is chosen as the base element. Steel as a metal has an unique features. Depending on the purity of its element and also the several levels of electrical welding process, the pipes ensure high durability and strength also. Different after-manufacture tests prove that the durability is higher for the electrically welded pipes than any other pipes used in industrial or construction purposes. Being used in bridge, building construction, mining industry, they are known for their heavy-duty evaluation. For this specific feature, they are used in onshore and offshore locations also for conveying oil and water. 

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• Cost effectiveness: The costing structure related to the utilisation of electric resistance welding pipe is lower than any other pipe. The manufacturing cost of them are lower than other metal pipes in the market. As the process is simpler than others, it is profitable to produce them in a large number. Having good surface quality, high corrosion resistance, uniform coating, the pipes ensure low maintenance charges. Also, at the time of any structural changes, ERW pipes involve fewer errors than other pipes. It is a more feasible option when large quantity is needed. 

• Higher Safety Standards: Being produced from a single sheet, ERW pipes are more infallible than other pipes. Before applying the steel sheet, its quality is measured. In case any fallacy is found, it is entirely rejected. Any compromission in terms of quality may result into leak or accident in extended application. Widely used in transportation of oil, hazardous gas, safety measurement needs to be satisfied primarily. Several quality control measurements ensure that the levels are matched as per the industrial standards.

• Easy Installation: The welding required for ERW pipes is in the longitudinal direction of its structure. It appears as a flat and clean adjoining that runs in its entire length. Though the appearance of them is huge, they are very light weight and easy to handle. This plays an important role at the time of installation and constructing a long channel. It requires less labour and time, which is also a cost-effective feature. 

To conclude, ERW pipes are a versatile and reliable solution for piping needs, offering a strong and efficient means of fluid and gas transportation while maintaining affordability and ease of fabrication.

We, at Pinax Steels, delivered ERW steel pipes for robust projects in all over India, from water conveyance, sewage system, liquid transportation etc. We manufacture them in various shapes and dimensions, fit for the requirement. To know more about the product and for a quotation, contact us.