TPI April 2009

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75 th anniversary celebration

CRC-Evans Pipeline International, Inc is an equipment manufacturer and supplier of services to the pipeline industry. Primary products and services include pipeline construction equipment, auto- matic welding equipment and services, field joint coating and heat treatment, non-destructive testing, pipe weighting, pipeline maintenance and equipment, and pipe coating plant and laybarge equipment. The company has announced the launch of its 75 th anniversary celebration, with a commemorative book featuring historical photographs of the industry captured over the last 75 years, and showcasing the dedication of pioneering pipeliners who built the infrastructure upon which CRC-Evans was established. “ As we commemorate our 75 th year, we want to also honour the industry, ” said Paul Evans, chairman of CRC-Evans. “ If it were not for the hard work, tenacity and perseverance of pipeliners who had such foresight, we wouldn’t have the foundation and framework in place today to continue to deliver our equipment and technology solutions into the marketplace. ” Since 1933, CRC-Evans and its predecessor companies have supported the industry’s pioneers and leaders by developing much of the pipeline construction equipment used to build the world’s pipelines. The company has continuously sought to improve processes through its technology and equipment. One of the company’s forefathers, Jim Cummings, a Kansas farmer, developed a ‘bulldozer attachment’ for his Ford tractor, after observing the conventional way of backfilling at a nearby pipeline construction site. From the introduction of the first coat and wrap machine in 1934 to the development of fully digital automated pipeline welding systems in 2007, CRC-Evans has supported the industry’s progression.

Saint-Gobain PAM UK will supply ductile iron pipes and fittings for all South East Water ▲ ▲ projects

Major contract with South East Water ongoing assistance both on and off site. The support offered by the company’s customer services department and regional sales manager provides South East Water with complete day-to-day care of its business, as well as project management.

Saint-Gobain PAM UK, a supplier of iron technology, has been awarded a major contract with UK company South East Water. The annual contract spend is estimated to be £4m, runs for a confirmed three years with a potential two year extension, and is for the supply of ductile iron pipes and fittings for all South East Water projects. Saint-Gobain PAM UK, the holder of the contract for several years, has made significant investment into the development of new products that can add value while removing the cost associated with installing ductile iron pipe systems. It also has a strong commitment to maintaining stock levels, ensuring a robust supply chain. The tender process provided the company with a platform to showcase its total solution of a diverse range of quality pipes and fittings, and a technical service department available to provide

Paul Martin, regional sales manager for the south east for Saint-Gobain PAM UK, commented, “ We are delighted to have retained this contract for South East Water and it is a reflection of the complete solution we offer from high quality products through to complete project management. ” Saint-Gobain PAM UK supplies ductile iron pipes, fittings, valves, access covers and gratings, and is a producer of cast iron above and below ground drainage systems. Its markets include water and sewerage, telecommunications, highways, civil engineering, construction and housing. Saint-Gobain PAM UK – UK sales.uk.pipelines@saint-gobain.com www.saint-gobain-pam.co.uk

CRC-Evans Pipeline International – USA

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