TPi October 2010

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Ductile iron takes to the road development, have created advanced solutions which offer optimum durability and performance alongside ease of installation and cost-effectiveness.”

Ductile iron’s suitability as a material for water and sewer pipe applications is to be taken the length and breadth of the UK thanks to an initiative from iron technology leader Saint-Gobain PAM UK. The company has developed a platform to take the ductile iron story direct to key decision-makers in the water industry and to demonstrate its abilities. The iTEK Roadshow is a fully liveried demonstration vehicle which opens out like an exhibition stand and uses the latest communication techniques to demonstrate, in a highly visible and interactive way, the benefits of ductile iron and the quality, innovation and technical expertise of Saint-Gobain. The display explains how ductile iron is different, why it should be specified, its durability,andhowitscost,environmental attributes and performance compare with other materials. Touch screen technology allows visitors to see for themselves the latest innovations in action. Paul Hancock of Saint-Gobain PAM UK explained, “Modern ductile iron is realistically the only material that can cope with any demand in pipeline applications. Recent innovations, based on extensive research and

Companies interested in a visit from the iTEK Roadshow should telephone Saint-Gobain PAM UK on +44 115 930 5000, to speak to a member of the technical support team.

Saint-Gobain PAM UK www.saint-gobain-pam.co.uk

The iTek Roadshow demonstration vehicle from Saint-Gobain

Kuwait Pipeline Technology Conference & Exhibition

The Kuwait Pipeline Technology Conference & Exhibition, to be held at the Hilton Hotel, Kuwait, 6 & 7 October 2010, is a new international platform for products, systems and services relating to the transport of oil, gas and water. The focus will be on the entire value added chain, fromplanning, construction and operation to maintenance and repair. The conference will provide participants with practical solutions for effective planning, design, construction,

operation, corrosion, mitigation and maintenance strategies applied to state- of-the-art pipeline networks. The conference will also present detailed information and techniques needed to overcome pressing challenges in effective planning and management of pipeline systems. The Pipeline Technology Conference combines all pipeline related topics, including: manufacturing materials and technologies; pipeline project management; design and construction; rehabilitation and maintenance; GIS/

database development; pipeline integrity management; pipeline automation and measurement; risk and reliability; protection, corrosion and monitoring systems; and standards and regulations. ProMedia International – Kuwait info@kuwaitpipetech.com www.kuwaitpipetech.com

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