Benefits of Cast Iron Soil Pipe & Fittings
- Quiet in operation – Intrinsic sound-deadening properties of cast iron reduce acoustic insulation costs
- Fire resistant – As a material Cast Iron is non-combustible & has an A1 fire rating which reduces risk & removes the requirements for fire collars
- The paint finish has been tested & proven to offer high performance when exposed to aggressive substances
- Inherent strength & low maintenance requirements of cast iron combined with high quality surface coatings offer a fit & forget solution
- Correctly installed & maintained cast iron pipe systems can last more than 100 years
- Cost effective over the whole life of a building
- Extremely low waste at end of life – scrap castings can be fully recycled
- High pressure couplings designed for use in high-rise buildings
- The system can be easily modified & adapt to changes to the building in later life with minimal extra cost which helps keep the whole life costs down
Hargreaves Halifax Soil is a socketless, mechanically jointed cast iron drainage & wastewater system. With a wide range of cast iron pipes & fittings in various sizes (
50mm, 70mm, 100mm, 150mm &
200mm), it suits any project (i.e., cast iron pipe for industrial buildings, car parks and shopping centres). The cast iron system has been designed to minimise installation difficulties & maintenance costs over its lifetime. This is a fit & forget system. The cast iron pipes are coated with a two-part epoxy finish, red exterior & yellow interior, which provides improved performance against aggressive substances. Tested against salt spray, wastewater, hot water cycling, acid, and alkalis, it ensures long-lasting resistance.
Traditional Express (TX) is a cast iron push fit soil system designed for a lifetime performance. This contemporary Cast Iron system has the appearance of traditional Cast Iron soil drainage but requires no caulking or sealing. It is quicker to fit saving significant time on every joint. The cast iron soil sockets fit
50mm &
100mm soil pipes & fittings with EPDM rubber sealing rings included. All cast iron fittings & pipes come coated with a two-pack black gloss paint finish as standard, suitable for internal & external installations. All the push fit pipes have an epoxy yellow internal coating. Customisation options include colours from the RAL range and a Coastal paint finish for marine environments. Contact us for more information on 03302 230 275.
The Hargreaves Premier LCC (once known as London County Council soil pipe) is manufactured to BS 416 standards. Featuring a black bitumen finish, it is joined using the traditional caulking cord & sealant method. It is a cast iron soil pipe suitable for heritage, listed properties and conservation projects and comes in various diameters from
50mm to
150mm.
The well-known Timesaver system has established itself as a leader in the cast iron sector, renowned for its exceptional quality and prestigious BS Kitemark certification. Pam Building Timesaver Cast Iron system offers not only top-notch performance but also an aesthetically pleasing design. It is available in diameters of
50mm, 75mm,
100mm, and
150mm.
Cast Iron Sustainability
Iron is the fourth most common element in the earth's crust. Cast iron can be fully recycled without any loss of its original properties, manufacturers use recycled scrap iron wherever possible. There is a well-established infrastructure for the recycling of scrap iron which means that cast iron products need never end up in landfill.
Alternative soil pipe materials available:
We provide high-quality solutions that combine durability, convenience, and aesthetic appeal. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via telephone on 03302 230 275 or via email at
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