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A53 Standard Pipe
A pipe is a pipe is a pipe.  Or is it?
Chemistry. Physical properties.  Yield and tensile strength.  All to ASTM specs.  These things make a pipe A53.  Exceptional quality and consistency are what make a pipe IPSCO A53.  Take a closer look.  There's more to IPSCO than meets the eye.

The IPSCO Advantage
How do you distinguish yourself when you produce a commodity?  In every way possible, that's how.  At least, that's the IPSCO philosophy.  IPSCO examines its process, testing, service - everything it does.  Then it finds a way to do everything better.

Take the IPSCO production process, for instance.  IPSCO uses electric resistance welding instead of inferior continuous weld or lap weld processes.  IPSCO also uses ultrasonic weld line inspection instead of electromagnetic methods that may not reveal all flaws.  These stricter testing methods result in part of IPSCO's origins in the energy pipe market, an industry known for its rigid quality standards.

On the subject of quality, IPSCO is also ISO 9001 certified.  IPSCO offers full lab metallurgical capabilities that are second to none.  In addition, it provides exceptional levels of technical assistance regarding quality and performance issues.

Another important IPSCO advantage is the traceability of its steel.  The company's ISO certification dictates that the steel be traceable by heat number, and that works to the client's benefit.

IPSCO offers a broad range of products packaged in convenient bundle sizes.  IPSCO produces ASTM A53B in sizes 2 3/8" to 16" OD in wall thicknesses 0.154" to 0.500. 

IPSCO can produce lengths from 16 to 60 feet and stocks common sizes in 18-, 20-, 21- and 42-foot lengths.  The cutting tolerances on standard lengths are -0"/+2".  Non-standard lengths are available from production runs based on quantity.

IPSCO makes high-quality beveled ends.  Cut grooving, roll grooving, threaded and coupled pipe, and galvanized are available through turnkey contractors.  The company can make the arrangements for you.

A Few Words on Price, Availability and Service
IPSCO is always competitively priced.  It conducts frequent rollings so product availability is very good.  It can ship products by barge, rail or truck or customers can pick it up.  IPSCO dual stencils and certifies to ASTM A53B and ASME SA53 specifications.

IPSCO works hard to keep customers informed by providing inventory and production schedules as well as regular order status reports.  IPSCO's customer service representatives are among the best in the business.

For more information, contact the sales representative for your location.